April 4, 2026
A celebration of community, spring light, and the quiet beauty of the Friendship Garden
The Sequim–Shisō Sister City Association welcomed neighbors, families, and visitors to an afternoon of creativity and connection in the Friendship Garden at Carrie Blake Park. Cedar & Shore Studio was honored to offer complimentary portrait sessions during the event, photographed among the blossoms, pathways, and soft early spring light.
This page holds the gallery from the day and provides guests with access to their web-ready portraits.
Portrait Sessions
Complimentary Portraits
During the open house, guests were invited to sign up for a portrait experience photographed on location in the garden. A limited number of sessions were offered between 2 and 3 PM, with sign-ups taken in person from 12 to 2 PM. Attendants helped guests complete release forms and confirmed each session time.
What Guests Received
- A portrait experience in the Friendship Garden
- A web-ready image delivered through an online gallery
- One full-resolution, print-ready digital file delivered through Google Drive
(Digital delivery only. No physical prints.)
How to Download Your Photos
Your portraits are available below in the gallery section.
You may download your web-ready images directly from the album.
Full resolution files can be delivered individually to each participant through Google Drive. If you have not received your full resolution file, you may reach out using the contact information at the bottom of this page.
Where Photos Were Shared
- Email for guests who provided contact information
- Cedar & Shore Studio Facebook page
- cedarshorestudio.com
Event Gallery
Web-Ready Portrait Downloads
About the Event
Friendship Garden Open House
Hosted by the Sequim–Shisō Sister City Association, the open house brought together cultural activities, spring blooms, and community creativity. Guests enjoyed:
- Kite decorating
- Paper crafts
- Portrait station
- Digital story tours
- Garden tours at 1 PM and 2 PM
- Ribbon cutting at 11:45 AM
The event was made possible through the support of the Japan America Society of the State of Washington and many dedicated partners.
Thank You to Our Partners
Tom Buscher
Cedar & Shore Studio
Sarah Tsisitnas
Luxury Event Flowers
Marina Shiplova
Peninsula College Photography Club
Nichole Rose
Janine Miller
Jan Danford
Angie Terry
Megan Lyke
Sequim School District
Beth Pratt
Chamber of Commerce
Jim Stoffer
Annette Hansen
Jennie Petit
Rachel Anderson
Hannah Merrill
Emma Jane Garcia
Carrie Kann
Ty Brown
Made possible by the support of the Japan America Society of the State of Washington.
Questions or Help
If you need assistance accessing your portraits, you may reach out directly.