Anacortes Waterfront | Seattle Interior Photographer

The Anacortes waterfront home designed by Reanna Channer of Design to Elevate and built by Kreider Construction is a timeless reflection of Pacific Northwest living—warm, natural, and deeply connected to its surroundings. As a Seattle interior photographer, I’m drawn to spaces that tell a story through light, texture, and thoughtful design, and this home offered that in every direction.

From the moment I stepped inside, the cedar ceilings and panoramic glass walls created a sense of calm and balance. The light changes constantly here—soft and silvery in the morning, golden and rich by afternoon. Each shift reveals something new in the materials, from the grain of the wood to the layered textiles that make the space feel both grounded and elevated.

Working with Reanna Channer is always a collaborative and creative experience. Her work blends refinement with approachability, creating spaces that feel lived in yet elegant. Every vignette in this home was carefully considered without feeling overly styled. You can sense her intention in the mix of textures, the quiet color palette, and the way each room flows naturally into the next. Kreider Construction’s craftsmanship elevated every detail, from the millwork to the seamless transitions between spaces.

My approach to photographing this project was rooted in natural light and storytelling. I wanted the images to feel like moments you could step into—a morning coffee by the window, a gathering with friends, or a peaceful evening watching the water shift with the tide. As a Seattle interior and architectural photographer, my goal is always to capture how a home feels, not just how it looks. This Anacortes project had such a clear sense of soul and place that the best images came from slowing down, observing, and letting the light lead.

Set against the backdrop of the Anacortes shoreline, this home captures what I love most about photographing in the Pacific Northwest: craftsmanship, connection, and the quiet beauty of natural materials meeting the landscape. On the final day of shooting we were actually visited by a few passing Orcas!

Project credits:
Design: Design to Elevate – https://designtoelevate.com

Build: Kreider Construction – https://kreiderconstruction.com

Photography: Emily Keeney – https://www.emilykeeney.com

Suncadia Interiors & Lifestyle | Seattle Hospitality Photographer

Tucked into the rolling landscape of Washington’s Cascade Mountains, this Suncadia home was a dream to photograph. The light poured in, the palette was warm and grounding, and every room told a story — the kind of project that feels less like work and more like play.

Suncadia, a luxury vacation destination in the Pacific Northwest, hired me to photograph not only the interiors of this beautifully designed short-term rental home, but also the full vacation experience the resort has to offer — from food and beverage to the surrounding natural atmosphere. This was a full hospitality package, crafted to visually express the story of a stay at Suncadia through both space and experience.

I was originally brought on to capture the home for a rental listing, but as soon as I walked through the door, I knew this shoot would be more than just about showcasing amenities. The home had a soul — a feeling of welcome and wonder that’s hard to fake. My goal was to translate that through storytelling images that highlight not just what the home has, but how it feels to be there.

We leaned into a lifestyle-forward approach, capturing quiet moments and thoughtful vignettes: sunlight drifting across the dining table, a cozy reading corner, an open door inviting you out to the pines. There’s something about the scent of the forest air mixing with freshly brewed coffee that I can’t capture in a photo, but I hope you can sense it in the way the light dances through the windows.

This is what I love most about photographing short-term rentals and hospitality brands — the opportunity to elevate listings and marketing content by bringing in warmth, intention, and story. It’s not just about showing what’s available; it’s about helping guests picture themselves already there.

If you’re a homeowner, hospitality brand, or property manager looking to stand out in a saturated market, this kind of storytelling-first photography might be exactly what your space needs. I travel often for work and would love to help you create something beautiful that invites guests in from the very first image.

Location: Suncadia, WA
Photography + Styling: Emily Keeney
See more at emilykeeney.com

West Seattle Interior Photography with McKith Interiors | Seattle Interior Photographer

Spending the day in West Seattle shooting with Haley, the founder of McKith Interiors, was such a reminder of why I love working so closely with designers. We approached every shot together, carefully styling and adjusting the spaces to create a relaxed, lifestyle-driven feel that stayed true to McKith’s clean, timeless aesthetic.

Haley’s vision for interiors is so thoughtful—layered, neutral, and elevated without ever feeling too perfect—and it made styling each corner such an intuitive process. We’d tweak a throw here, adjust a table setting there, constantly looking for that balance between polished and approachable. The natural light pouring into this West Seattle home was a dream to work with, highlighting the beautiful textures and calm palette that McKith Interiors is known for.

As a Seattle interior photographer, these collaborative projects are some of my favorites—where the final gallery doesn’t just document a space but really brings it to life. I’m so excited to share a few of my favorite images from this shoot with Haley and McKith Interiors. You can learn more about their design work at mckithinteriors.com.