Kathryn and Andrew’s Portraits at Portland’s LDS Temple

We were invited to photograph Katie and Andrew’s pre-wedding day portraits at Portland’s LDS Temple. The temple grounds made an amazing backdrop, and the temple itself was magnificent. You can see the full set of pictures here. Please ask for the password from the couple.

Samantha and Kevin’s Engagement Session at Hotel Deluxe and the Nines Hotel

We met up with Samantha and Kevin and decided to stay out of the rain in Portland’s finest hotels. We went by the Hotel Deluxe and captured their classic Hollywood beauty. Then off across town to the Nines Hotel to capture some modern beauty. The rain let up just enough to go by the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall and get a classic Portland shot. You …

Monica and Matt’s Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden Engagement Session

I got the opportunity to photograph Monica and Matt’s engagement photos in the beautiful Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden in Southeast Portland. We had the park, which was in full bloom to ourselves it seemed, other than all the ducks and geese. Monica and Matt’s will have a Puerto Vallarta wedding in Mexico and I am super excited to go back! One funny moment occurred when …

Tiffany and Thomas’ Downtown Portland Engagement Session

I had a lot of fun photographing Tiffany and Thomas’ engagement photos. We went to several cool locations downtown like Hotel DeLuxe and the Hotel Lucia. Engagement photos have been taking up a lot of our early spring, which has been a totally great way to get to know our clients better and make some awesome photos! Guests and family can see the full …

Janna and Giovanni’s Oregon Coast Heceta Head Lighthouse Wedding

Janna and Giovanni came out to the West coast to celebrate their wedding at the Heceta Head Lighthouse. The setting was amazing, especially with the dramatic clouds and the natural beauty of the Oregon coast. There was a lot of dancing and amazing food prepared by the staff of the Bed and Breakfast. Venue and Catering: Heceta Head Lighthouse Bed and Breakfast. Guests and family …

Engagement Sessions are “In Season”

We’ve been photographing our lovely couples engagement sessions lately in this beautiful spring weather. This is Michelle and Brian, an awesome couple that we’ll have the honor of capturing their wedding day very soon. But first some fun on the waterfront, and a little romance. We love engagement sessions, as it’s a great way to get to know our clients and vice versa before their …

Disquieted Exhibit – Portland Art Museum Reception

I had the pleasure of photographing the Portland Art Museum‘s Disquieted exhibit opening reception/gala. The exhibit itself is fantastic (runs until May 16th), and the reception was too. It was catered and designed by Vibrant Table Catering , and the lighting was exceptional. The wine was donated kindly by Hawks View Cellars, a wonderful vineyard in Sherwood. I had the pleasure of actually working with …

Maggie and John’s Wedding at Villa Amor, Sayulita

Maggie and John’s wedding was a fun filled event at Villa Amor. They had a ton of their friends come over from Corvallis and Idaho, and had a great band to end the reception, along with fireworks. I was also able to photograph their rehearsal dinner the night before, and the guests had a great time smashing the wedding pinata! Make sure to scroll down …

Brittany and Kyle’s Wedding at Zenith Vineyard in Salem, Oregon

Zenith Vineyard is one of the prettiest places to have a wedding in Oregon. Last vineyard wedding I shot there was completely outdoors, so I was excited to shoot the reception indoors this time. It is such a classy, elegant location. Of course, when you have a fun and photogenic couple, it makes my life easier too! Kyle is a professional soccer player who stole …

Ami & Kirk’s Wedding at McMenamins Grand Lodge in Forest Grove, Oregon

Ami and Kirk had a lovely wedding with beautiful Oregon fall colors at the McMenamins Grand Lodge! The leaves provided a perfect backdrop for the pictures. Location and Caterer: McMenamins Grand Lodge Guests and family can see the full set of pictures here. Please ask for the password from the couple.

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