“With the first link, the chain is forged. The first speech censored, the first thought forbidden, the first freedom denied, chains us all irrevocably.”
Jean-Luc Picard “The Drumhead”
Meet Tammy
The magic behind all things at Studio Q Photography in Vancouver, WA!
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I’m a mom of two grown neurodivergent kids (my husband and I have a bit of that sprinkled in ourselves), and I know firsthand that every child has their own way of moving through the world. My sessions are built with flexibility, patience, and understanding, so your family can relax and be yourselves. I’ll guide you through the process in a way that feels calm and natural, no matter how wiggly, quiet, or energetic your child may be.
Life moves fast—kids grow, pets become family, and milestones come and go in the blink of an eye. My job is to help you slow it down. As a Vancouver, WA photographer with over 30 years of experience, I create portraits that preserve these fleeting moments and turn them into heirloom artwork you’ll treasure for a lifetime.
Whether you’re imagining your child as a fairy, celebrating your senior’s final year of high school, or gathering your whole family (pets included!) for portraits, I’ll guide you every step of the way. From a relaxed, easy session experience to choosing the perfect way to display your images—wall art, albums, or folio boxes—you’ll end up with portraits that feel natural, meaningful, and truly yours.
I’m not a high-energy, jumping up and down to get your kids’ attention type of photographer. I capture them in the moment to show who they are. My sessions are calm and laid-back, designed to put everyone at ease so genuine connections and expressions shine through. You don’t have to worry about posing, looking stiff, or wondering what comes next—I’ll take care of the details so you can simply enjoy the moment.
Studio Q was inspired by my love of Star Trek 🖖—a nod to the character Q, who kept Jean-Luc Picard’s life interesting and unpredictable (kind of like kids!). I also have a touch of grunge attitude from my Alice In Chains fandom 🤘, but most of all, I have a passion for making portraits that go beyond the digital file and become keepsakes for generations.
✨ Ready to turn today’s moments into tomorrow’s heirlooms?
Let’s create portraits that celebrate your family’s story. Contact me here to start planning your session.
Hi, I'm Tammy 👋
Why I Love Photography
A while ago, I watched the documentary The Way I See It—and OMG. It was powerful, emotional, and deeply moving. It reminded me just how important this work really is.
I mean, I know that... but in the busy day-to-day of running a business, it’s easy to lose sight of the deeper “why.” Photography isn’t just about pretty pictures. It’s about capturing a fleeting moment—one that might otherwise be forgotten. It’s about preserving a piece of now, not just for ourselves, but for our families and for the generations that come after us.
These moments matter. They’re ours to hold onto, and to pass forward.
Don’t ever forget that.