Destination

Courtney & Brad
Eleuthera Bahamas Wedding

Destination_Wedding_Bahamas19.jpgMeet Brad and Courtney, an incredibly kind-hearted, fun and exuberant couple.

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Destination_Wedding_Bahamas2.jpgThe rehearsal dinner was held at the beautiful Sky Beach Club. The night was filled with hip-shaking island music, a fish fry and good laughs and a hilarious toast given by Brad’s Dad.

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Destination_Wedding_Bahamas5.jpg This welcome bag was given to all the guests which had lots of thoughtful treats, a bottle of wine, a map of Eleuthera Island and the keepsake canvas beach bag, which replicated the artistic invite. This is just one example of how friendly and sweet B&C are.

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Destination_Wedding_Bahamas9.jpg Fun shots of the guys. Brad’s coat created by Portland’s own Este’s Men’s Store.

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Destination_Wedding_Bahamas12.jpg Courtney was a breathtaking bride, wearing a custom dress by Phillips Bridal, located in Portland.

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Destination_Wedding_Bahamas14.jpg The exquisite sunset ceremony was held on the Caribbean Sea. All the guests and couple were barefoot with their feet in the soft sand.

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Destination_Wedding_Bahamas11.jpg The centerpieces were created using vintage tea canisters, which Courtney had been collecting for the occasion. The flowers included a colorful array of roses, zinnias, mums and tropical greens.

Destination_Wedding_Bahamas20.jpg The wedding took place Cocodimama, an elegant and charming beach resort with an Italian rustic menu. The rooms, service, food and atmosphere were beyond amazing.

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Destination_Wedding_Bahamas22.jpg The dancing, laughs and fun went on throughout the night.

Destination_Wedding_Bahamas30.jpg Judith Arnell created the sophisticated custom wedding bands. Danae Hernandez with I Dream of Letters was the brilliant calligrapher behind the invite design.

Destination_Wedding_Bahamas25.jpg A relaxing and yummy good bye brunch was held the next day at the Sky Beach Club.

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As I start to reminisce about the beauty and power of Courtney and Brad’s Bahamian wedding I get goosebumps, as the memories of the sea, the vivid colors and the warm-hearted nature of everyone involved starts flooding back. This makes me so happy. Brad’s genuine and caring nature and Courtney’s fun-loving and compassionate personality welcomed us and showed us why their family and friends traveled to be near them on this day. Travis and I thank you for having us there on your remarkable day.

Jessica Hill PhotographyCourtney & Brad | Eleuthera Bahamas Wedding
Features

Bride’s Choice Award 2010!


I’m super excited and honored to announce this news! I’ve been choosen for The 2010 Bride’s Choice Award! This award “recognizes the top local wedding professionals from the WeddingWire network who demonstrate excellence in quality, service and professionalism.”
The Bride’s Choice Awards are determined exclusively by recent newlyweds (brides and grooms) through extensive surveys and reviews, which means your past clients have spoken on our behalf and selected you to receive this honor. So thank you VERY much!
If you haven’t checked out Wedding Wire yet, it’s an awesome wedding resource guide. Your reviews are much appreciated and welcome!
Thanks so much and I couldn’t have done it without all my awesome clients!

Jessica Hill PhotographyBride’s Choice Award 2010!
Baby

Baby Everton in the Studio

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Please Welcome: Everton Bower Craig born 01/12/10 8:05pm 7lbs 14oz

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Sarah and Jerome are the lucky & happy parents who are celebrating their one year wedding anniversary next week! Check out their awesome wedding!

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little baby boy yawn!

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I love the itsy bitsy toes, hands and eyelashes

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Dear Baby Everton, Thank you so very much for the incredible opportunity to photograph your first weeks of life in this beautiful world.You have the most kind-hearted and lovely family. I can’t wait to see you grow and discover all the wonder and potential this planet holds for you. Big hugs, Jessica ps. Happy Anniversary Sarah and Jerome! May you both have lifetimes of happiness together 🙂

Jessica Hill PhotographyBaby Everton in the Studio
Peekaboo

The New Portland Photo Studio!

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I’m super excited to anounce the launch of the new downtown Portland Studio Space! Complete with a private dressing room, four different backdrops, a trunk filled with fun props and over 400 square feet of shooting space, it’s the perfect spot for a photo shoot. It has a 1940’s vintage vibe and gorgeous natural light, which photographs beautifully. For those Portland rainy days, the studio is equipped with monolights, speedlights, softboxes and umbrellas, scrims and reflectors to create the perfect portrait.  I’m currently accepting April bookings for professional headshots, babies, families and boudoir photos. For more info on the Portland Boudoir photography, check out www.PeekabooPortland.com!
Jessica Hill PhotographyThe New Portland Photo Studio!
Features

Portland Style Unveiled Feature!

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Angela and Jason are fun-filled and witty couple with plenty of style and posh. Their October wedding was modern, spacious and elegant. I’m super honored that their wedding was just featured on one of the best wedding blogs in Oregon, Portland Style Unveiled. I was super excited to see the stunning layout of images, and the great write up from Angela, the bride.

From the write up, she wrote this about her wedding photography experience with Jessica Hill Photography. (I honestly started tearing up at her beautiful words, which were elegantly written and extremely touching.)

“I visited Yelp and explored the websites of several local photographers. There was a photographic style I had in mind however I was struggling to articulate it. I kept coming across websites with obviously talented photographers, however non displayed photos with any edge. Images were flat and one-dimensional and I was looking for a photography artist. Someone who played with exposures and film types, color and lenses. Someone who took photos with a “Wow” factor. Modern, Stylish.

When I came across the website for Jessica Hill, I was very excited. This woman was clearly an artist. I scheduled an appointment and met up at her studio above the train station- my favorite Portland landmark. After meeting Jessica I was most impressed by her take-control confidence. We were on the same wave length, and she was able to articulate and show me examples of the look I was seeking. After looking at photographer websites I was curious as to why only some of them offered “engagement photos”. I wasn’t sure if I wanted them and I had never heard of anyone getting them, however they were a part of each of Jessica’s photo packages. Her rationale was simple and made perfect sense- she always included them because it enabled her to learn how to best shoot the wedding couple before the big day and it’s an opportunity to learn more about the type of shots the couple wants. Makes perfect sense.

When we received our wedding photos we were blown away. First of all, Jason and I are camera shy and don’t believe we photograph well- yet she made us look fantastic. Secondly- the photos looked like they were plucked out of a magazine. Elegant, playful, artistic and just gorgeous. I’ve had no less than 20 people ask who my photographer was- and whether she’ll travel to San Francisco. As they say- a picture says a 1000 words- just check out her work to see for yourself.”

To view the full article to see all the photos, head to the “Real Weddings” page on the Portland Style Unveiled Site. To see my website, head to the Jessica Hill Wedding Portfolio.

 

Jessica Hill PhotographyPortland Style Unveiled Feature!