When you live in a lovely place like Portland, Oregon, there is bound to be rain. Especially in the non-summer months. So when I woke up today to gray, gloomy skies, instead of rescheduling my session with Kathryn or being a very sad photographer, I busted out my red umbrella.

I bought the red umbrella a few weeks ago, knowing that I would have the opportunity to photograph someone with it. The someone, though, was a perfect match: Kathryn has been a dear friend since high school, and she’s always up for anything. She’s a rock star in the Portland theater scene (and a brilliant improviser) – you should go see some of her hilarity at Curious Comedy!

Of course, it didn’t hurt that she picked out the cutest dress and killer boots – she’s always been one for style! She’s also been really great at hair and makeup ever since our old high school theater days – I’m so excited because she’s starting to do wedding hairstyling now, so I’m hoping we can work together on some weddings!

Thanks, Kathryn, for playing with me in the rain today! We’ll come see you perform soon!