Fabulous Tulips, Portraits, and Painters at Roozengaarde at the Mount Vernon Tulip Festival

Do you like seeing beautiful rows of multi-colored tulips that stretch for miles? Then, grab the kids, your phone and a camera and explore the gorgeous flower gardens at Roozengaarde in Mount Vernon, Washington. Spring sprung early this year, 2024, and the tulips are huge and so colorful! When I was there this week with photographer friends from the Kitsap Photography Guild, we entered the gardens at 10 am and spent two hours roaming around the tulip fields. Here are some of my photos! Hope you like them and plan to visit the gardens too! Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

Flower purse and a floral dress in the tulip fields at Roozengaarde, Mount Vernon, WA by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Painter setting up a shade umbrella at the Roozengaarde tulip fields by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Portraiture of a lady wearing a yellow sweater in the Roozengaarde tulip fields by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA

Holding bouquets of red tulips over the red tulip fields at Roozengaarde, Mount Vernon, WA by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Wa.

Portrait of a newborn baby in the tulips fields at Roozengaarde by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA

Roozengaarde tulip gardens, Mount Vernon, WA by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Painting the tulip fields at Roozengaarde, Mount Vernon, WA, by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, WA.

Beautiful Pacific Northwest, Mount Vernon valley, and the Roozengaarde tulips fields by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio, Bremerton, Washington.

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The Majestic Twin Peak Brothers Mountains of the Olympic Mountains by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Pacific Northwest landscapes capture the hearts and souls of residents of the Puget Sound, and I am lucky to have this view of the Olympic Mountains as often as they care to show off. Any of these images and more from my library can be made into treasured metal or acrylic fine art prints for your wall. Copy imagery by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio in Bremerton, Washington. Contact me through the website, T: 240-899-5295, E: info@jollysiendaphotography.com.

Brothers Mountain stands above the fog by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio in Bremerton, WA

Sunset Firestorm, Olympic Mountains and the Puget Sound by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

The Brothers Mountains and it’s water reflection on the Puget Sound by Jolly Sienda Photography

Full Moon and the Olympic Mountains over the Puget Sound at Dawn by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Full Moon and the Brothers Mountain by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Autumn landscape, the Brothers Mountain, and a cormorant on the Puget Sound by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio in Bremerton, WA.

Golden Halo Clouds over the Olympic Mountains by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Blanket of pink and blue cumulus clouds over the Olympic Mountains by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Brothers Mountain and its summer reflection on the Puget Sound by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Fogs slowly lifts off the Puget Sound up to the Olympic Mountains by Jolly Sienda Photography and Studio

Hot pink sunrise, full moon drops, and The Brothers Mountain with fog over the Puget Sound by Jolly Sienda Photography

What is on the Horizon for a Better 2021

2021...what will the New Year be? I hope it is a year of change, hope, and new beginnings. I hope it is a year brimming with opportunity and blessings for all. Whatever it is...let us wish for good health and new challenges that make us better and closer to our ultimate goals in life. Here are some images I've taken over time that capture the natural beauty of nature. I hope they give you a sense of peace, encouragement, joy, and hope for what is ahead. Happy New Year 2021!!! Images by JollySiendaPhotography.com. Contact Jolly on the Kitsap Peninsula, in Bremerton, at 240-899-5295 / info@jollysiendaphotography.com

Ruby Beach, Highway 101, Blue Ray Sunset by Jolly Sienda Photography

Clarity, Puget Sound Kitsap Peninsula, Poulsbo and Liberty Bay photography by Jolly Sienda Photography

What will 2021 bring, by Jolly Sienda Photography

Tranquility and hope for a calm and brighter day! Commercial landscape photography by Jolly Sienda Photography.com

Poulsbo, Washington's Little Norway Provides Rich Culture and Fun for the Family!

Have you ever visited Poulsbo, Washington? It’s a Norwegian-style town settled in the late 1800’s by Europeans from Norway, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Germany. The town is known for its Norwegian old fashioned flair, vikings, colorful painted buildings, inviting boat marina, walk-able streets, restaurants, and shops. In the summer and winter there are viking festivals and art festivals on the marina. Families gather at the Austin Kvelstad Pavilion for picnics and in the summertime art festivals and musicians often entertain on the weekend from the pavilion. Liberty Bay provides a great area for boating, kayaking, water-sports, and a fireworks display over the 4th of July holiday.

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Town of Poulsbo, Washington and the viking ship painting on one of the buildings, by Jolly Sienda Photography

Little Norway, Poulsbo, WA., at autumn time, by Jolly Sienda Photography

Family photos at Austin Kvelstad Pavilion, Poulsbo, Washington by Jolly Sienda Photography

Poulsbo, WA., has several boat marinas and views of the Olympic Mountains by Jolly Sienda Photography

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Beach and Waterview Escapes by Jolly Sienda Photography

We woke up this morning, 4/18/20, to much needed rain in the Pacific Northwest to nourish our gardens and fresh plantings. Many of us will be inside today so to honor that let's spend a few minutes together and visit some beaches and waterfront views; near and far. I hope you are healthy and staying safe. We're in this together...Jolly. COVID19 go away! Photos on the Web by Jolly Sienda Photography. If you fall in love with an image, please let us know. Metal photography prints are available in many sizes from 11 x 14 to 24 x 36. https://www.jollysiendaphotography.com/fineart We can print anything from this blog post for you, or anything from our website, and the photo may not be posted on the Fine Art section of the website yet — so please ask us about it so we can order it for you. PAYPAL and credit cards are accepted. Please allow time for delivery, especially during the pandemic health crisis. Thank you.

Fog Lifting, Anacortes, WA., by Jolly Sienda Photography (Black and White).

Haystacks, Cannon Beach, OR., by Jolly Sienda Photography

Sailing Away, Puget Sound, Salish Sea, by Jolly Sienda Photography

Floating on a Pastel Bay, Tracyton, WA., by Jolly Sienda Photography

Jolly Sienda Photography is based in Bremerton, Washington. An award winning photographer, Jolly and her partner Richard travel around the world in search of beautiful imagery. Own a one-of-a-kind fine art photography print at https://www.jollysiendaphotography.com/fineart. Or contact us at info@jollysiendaphotography.com and at Tel: 240-899-5295. PAYPAL and credit cards accepted.

Regain your Mental and Physical Strength by Enjoying Nature Through Social Distancing

In this time of change and worldwide awareness for our health and safety it's important to do our best to remain calm, take care of ourselves, and I believe get back to the basics of life. As you know, I recently lost Anabel, my mom, and I'm grateful she passed before the Pandemic. In honor of her life I took a few days last week to recharge my batteries and soul and to remember her legacy. I walked the beach, felt the wind on my face, collected agates and rocks, breathed fresh air, hiked, and enjoyed the comfort of natural surroundings. I'd like to share this now with you in the hope that it may brighten your day wherever you are - Jolly

Towering evergreens over Ruby Beach at sunset by Jolly Sienda Photography

Ruby Beach, Wednesday, March 23, 2020, Olympic National Park at Kalaloch by Jolly Sienda Photography

Warm afternoon light frames the Robin on the wooden fence by Jolly Sienda Photography

Towering evergreen trees at the Hoh Rain Forest, Olympic National Park, by Jolly Sienda Photography

Herd of wild elk graze for food at the Hoh Rain Forest Olympic National Park by Jolly Sienda Photography

Jolly Sienda, owner of Jolly Sienda Photography is a photojournalist covering people for all life events (weddings, engagements, career, family), worldwide scenic natural places and cultural landscapes, food, real estate, and commercial photography. Please contact us in Bremerton, WA., at 240-899-5295 / info@jollysiendaphotography.com

Holiday R & R at the ABC Islands and Spirit Specials

Happy Holidays to you and yours from our family to you during our vacation to the ABC Islands with stops in Aruba, Curacao, Bonaire, Domincan Republic, Bahamas, and Fort Lauderdale to see friends and relatives.

Happy New Year and all that jazz! May we continue to enjoy and sob over the bizarre and unbelievable news that 2020 may bring us. And, bask in the sunshine of pleasure capturing and creating timeless memories with our cameras! Enjoy our pics!

One of many beautiful Bahama islands!

Colorful painted Dutch buildings at Bonaire, ABC Islands

Sunrise lights up the clouds as our ship approaches the island of Aruba!

Artic Paradise in Alaska!

Just chill-in in Alaska a spell to see, stare at, at photograph wildlife and marine life. Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography. Alaska, August 23-Sep 7, 2019.

Sea lions napping; Kenai Fjords, near Seward, Alaska

Seals hanging out on glacier ice along the Kenia Fjords and glacier

Just Puffins!

Raft of cute seals, Kachemak Bay, Alaska

Sea Otters!

Sea Lion and seagulls

Orca Killer Whale, Kenia Fjords, Seward, Alaska

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Chill Glaciers, Autumn Color, and Moose!

Our 14-day road trip in Alaska began in Anchorage. We traveled over 2,000 miles making 1-3 day stops in Anchorage, Homer, Seward, Whittier, Valdez, Glenn Allen, and Fairbanks! We traveled by car, float plane, ferry, and on foot to absorb the beautiful and wild Alaskan scenery. Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography.

Knik Glacier view from the Glenn Highway, Alaska

Moose on the loose!

Cook Inlet and smoke from the Swan Wildlife, burning since June 2019. Photo August 24, 2019.

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The Bear Necessities by Air Boat and a Float Plane in Alaska!

Seeing spectacular scenery with friends in Alaska is a blast! Add a ride in a float plane, a ride on an air boat, and coastal brown bears looking for fish at low tide with a majestic glacier mountain background — what could be better, right!? This was an experience I will never forget! Thank you Rich, Karen, Eric, and our skilled guides for getting us close to the bears and wildlife life to photograph them in the wilderness at Cook Inlet, Kenai Peninsula, Alaska. Here are some of my favorite photos from August 25, 2019. Photos by Jolly Sienda Photography. Tour by Alaska Bear Adventures.

Coastal Brown Bears, Illaimna Volcano, Kachemak Bay

Large Brown Bear so close to us — about 30 feet away!

Bear yoga!

Sibling Bear Love!

Bear behavoir

Getting ready to take off in the air boat to photograph bears!

Just hanging out with the bears!

Arrived at Kachemak Bay via a float plane by courtesy of Alaska Bear Adventures

Early Morning Light and Reflections and Low Tide Eagle Activity Equals Fun Photography

Get up sleepy heads! Don’t miss the best light of the day! Early morning and late in the afternoon or early evening is often referred to as the ‘Golden Hours’, so true for photographers at any level. Today, I had a blast playing around with my camera with my photographer friend Marlene. We photographed landscapes in the morning and Bald Eagles in the afternoon at low tide! Here’s a photo tip: If you’re photographing moving objects set the Shutter Priority on your camera to at least 2500. This will help you freeze the action and your subject will be super clear and crisp.

Juvenile Eagle flies over low tide at Seabeck, WA.

Vivid light reflection on the Puget Sound in the early morning with the Olympic Mountains and the landscape/

Juvenile eagle flies over kelp and oysters at low tide at Seabeck

My friends dog, Ivy, enjoyed the day too!

Bald Eagle flies over low tide at Seabeck

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A Day at the Beach at Fripp Island and Exploring Savannah

There’s nothing like having your toes in the sand, the sound of the surf, finding seashell treasures on the beach, and exploring the antebellum architecture and historic squares of Savannah, Georgia, and Fripp Island, South Carolina. Our family has roots in both areas so every other year or so, we travel there to enjoy some family time and southern hospitality. Here are some favorite pictures of the trip featuring cultural photography and landscape photography of the Spanish Moss and the easy island lifestyle.

Sunrise over the marsh and palm trees at Fripp Island; a barrier island off of South Carolina

Shrimp fishing boats and the dock at Port Royal, South Carolina.

Sandpipers peck at jellyfish on the beach at Fripp Island.

Large squid close to shore along the beach.

Osprey with the catch of the day! The Osprey hold the fish in his talons and takes off from the beach.

Even the deer like walking on the beach! We loved out time at Savannah and Fripp Island!

Jolly Sienda Photography captures and tells stories. Hire her today for weddings, engagements, stock photography, commercial photography, and lifestyle branding portraiture at Tel: 240-899-5295, email: info@jollysiendaphotography.com

Landscape and Nature Photography in Anacortes, the San Juans, and Orcas Island

Blessed with beautiful weather we recently explored scenic vista’s in Anacortes and sailed through the San Juan Island archipelago to spend a couple of days exploring Orcas Island. It was the perfect getaway! We enjoyed hiking in Moran State Park and captured beautiful views from Mount Constitution. One of my favorite spots for photography is at Deer Harbor. Contact me today to learn how to be a better photopgrapher at Tel: 240-899-5295, info@jollysiendaphotography.com.

Speed boat cruises through the San Juan Island archipelago with Mount Baker in the background.

Contrails in the blue sky and sailboats at Deer Harbor.

Evergreen tree reflection at Cascade Lake in Moran State Park.

Aerial views of the San Juan Island archipelago and the Cascade Mountains from Mount Constitution summit.

Person walks the beach in the fog at Ship Harbor in Anacortes, Washington.

Sunset at Cap Sante, Fidalgo Island, Anacortes.

Washington State Ferry sailings in the San Juan Islands with Mount Baker in the background.

Yep — this is a little slice of paradise! Jolly Sienda Photography captures and tells a story of our world.

Cruising around the fog around the San Juan Islands, Washington.

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Skagit Valley Eagles and Nature Photography!

When winter arrives at the Skagit Valley, Bald and Golden Eagles, Canadian Snow Geese, Hawks, and other bird of prey feast on fish, worms, mice, and more at the barren fields that lay in waiting for spring planting. For many nature photographers seeing so many varieties of birds gather in one area is special.

Bald Eagle perched on an electrical utility grid.

Seeing two Bald Eagles together is fantastic!

A pair of Bald Eagles, Skagit Valley, Washington

Eagles are so popular in this region that there is a festival in their honor! https://concrete-wa.com/skagit-eagle-festival

Bald Eagle perched on a Cedar tree

Canadian Snow Geese

Winter sunrise over a blueberry farm and stream in the Skagit Valley

8:29 am, January 12, 2019, Winter sunrise over a blueberry field at the Skagit Valley

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Stupendous Ring of Fire Mountains in Patagonia's Chilean and Argentina Fjords

Have you ever dreamed of seeing the ‘End of the World’? Or, checking off those ‘1001 Things to See and Do Before You Die’? Our recent trip to South America and Patagonia provided us some of the world’s most dramatic scenery; unveiling places few ever see. The weather too, in this area, can change so quickly; from calm to ferocious gale force winds preventing ships from traveling around the Cape Horn or arriving safely in Port Stanley, Falkland Islands. Boy, did we luck out! In fact, the captain of our cruise ship said, “This is the calmest it has ever been, on my watch, sailing around the Cape Horn” The following images were taken on our journey. Happy Holidays!

Osorno Volcano, Puerto Monte, Puerto Varis, Chile

Glaciers at Glacier Alley, Chile

Usushia, Agentina - last city on the South American continent.

Sailing the Strait of Magellen

Sailing the Strait of Magellen

Glacial Striation and a beautiful reflection

Tierra del Fuego rainbow off of the Strait of Magellen near Usushia, Argentina

A cruise ship sails around the the Cape Horn, South America.

Iceberg

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Photographing Falkland Island Penguins at Bluff Cove

King Penguins and Gentoo Penguins are at home at Bluff Cove, a family farm, owned by Hattie and Kevin Kilmartin, on the Falkland Islands. We really enjoyed our time photographing the penguins, birds, and the farms sheep; while taking in the raw, natural, beauty of the Falkland Island landscape, and sampling delicious home baked cookies and scones at the farm. www.falklandpenguins.com

Baby King Penguin wants to eat!

Penguin Rookery at Bluff Cove

Magellanic Oystercatcher, Falkland Islands

Sheep at the Bluff Cove farm

Dancing Gentoo Penguins

Photo trip to Columbia River Gorge for Autumn Color and Cool Photography Ops!!

Had a great time this past week exploring the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. We made the loop, driving on Highway 84 (Oregon) and Highway 14 (Washington) going to Maryhill, Washington, up to Hood River, Oregon, White Salmon, Washington, and too Trout Lake, Washington. Both Mount Adams and Mount Hood shined with new snow and the mountains were surrounded by beautiful Autumn color. Here are some landscape photo pics from the trip!

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Snow capped Mount Hood looms over Hood River, Columbia River Gorge, and the Hood River Bridge

Columbia River Gorge near Maryhill, Washington

Crystal clear White Salmon River and Autumn color, White Salmon, Washington

Ring of clouds dance around snow capped Mount Adams with Autumn deciduous trees a blaze

Autumn Nature Photography Where You Live! Sign Up for My Photography Classes!

I enjoy all of the seasons of the year. I especially love Autumn and its rich, warm, colors; red, yellow, orange, purple, and green! When I get free time in the early morning or late afternoon to go outside into nature I’m feeling a bit of zen. Our earth gives us gifts of paradise each day to enjoy. When I get to play with my cameras and lens I’m really in the zone.

Seagull drifts on the water while a reflection of Autumn trees adds a touch of fall color to the water

I’ve traveled throughout the United States in search of beautiful colorful landscapes to photograph. There are many. But, in fact, some of the best and most beautiful natural landscapes showcasing Autumn color is where I live - close to my backyard.

Seattle Japanese Garden

The Olympic Mountains (Brothers Mountain) and beautiful Autumn color on the Puget Sound, Bremerton, Washington

And, for outdoor wedding photography — photographing a bride and groom under a blazing oak, alder, or maple tree is the best! All of my couples love this!!!

Autumn photojournalism wedding photography by Jolly Sienda Photography at the Jacob Smith House, Lacey, Washington.

I also love to let myself go and be totally creative! How about this abstract photography landscape in the water. It really looks like a watercolor painting!

Abstract photography of the Puget Sound - its like a watercolor painting

I really enjoy helping people who want to learn more about photography. If you want to see things differently, learn photography techniques, and get better pictures, please contact me at Tel: 240-899-5295, message, or email at info@jollysiendaphotography.com. I do one-on-one lessons and small groups. Let’s explore our world!

Catching Autumn Color at Seabeck's Hood Canal

The sunrise, cool crisp air, crystal clear water, warm autumn color, fog layers, Olympic Mountains, seagulls, a fisherman taking his boat out to sea, tranquil and calm — this is what I feel and see as I look, linger, and take in the natural beauty of the Hood Canal, at Seabeck. A picture perfect slice of Pacific Northwest paradise.

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Fisherman goes out on the Hood Canal in Autumn.

Serenity, color, light, shadows, reflections…and more.

Seagull flies over the pastel cloud reflection and the marina on Hood Canal

Wide angle shot of cumulus clouds over the Hood Canal with a seagull and a crow

The Brothers Mountain, Olympic Mountains, peaks over light pillows of fog on the Hood Canal.

Rich Autumn Color is Dreamy for Nature and Landscape Photographers

Look in your backyard and grab your camera! This is the time of year to capture autumns richest colors at their peak. In my Kitsap Peninsula, Washington backyard, we love our beautiful Red Maple tree. In fact, this photo is one of my best fine art photography print sellers! Everyone loves the oriental style tree line and the warm red color or the leaves. And, I didn’t have to hop on a plane and fly to New England to get this fall color!

Maple Tree, Bremerton, Washington.

I’m amazed at the variety of colors of the trees found in Washington State and throughout the West. From New Mexico to the Olympic Peninsula and Canada there is so much beauty! Americas nature playground provides a bountiful display for landscape and nature photographers.

Get out there and enjoy! Here’s my friend Rachel Zachary taking a walk along the burning Aspens along the Rio Grand near Taos, New Mexico. So relaxing!

Better hurry — the color won’t last long.

Jolly Sienda Photography offers personal instruction for budding photographers who want to be more comfortable with their cameras and see things differently when they photograph the world. Contact me today and lets have some fun together!