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Engagement

Alex & Chris
A Washington Engagement

Today is a special day for Alex and Chris, a couple whose love story has taken them from the stunning landscapes of the Columbia River Gorge in Washington, where these fun engagement photos were taken, to the serene beauty of Oregon’s wine country for their wedding. Loved making art with this couple! Congratulations to Alex and Chris on this unforgettable day!

Destination

Ariana & Jeff
A Hood River Engagement

Okay, friends – let’s talk about the dreamiest engagement session ever! I recently me up with the most stunning couple, Ariana and Jeff, at two of the most breathtaking spots in the Pacific Northwest – and it was everything! We started the day at a gorgeous waterfall tucked away in the Columbia River Gorge. Picture this: cascading water, lush greenery, and this couple in the moment – along with their cutie pie pup! Then, as if the day couldn’t get any better, we headed up to this insane bluff overlooking the Gorge. The sun was setting, and the sky was showing off in shades of pink, orange, and gold. Seriously, it was like something out of a movie! The way the light hit them, with the Columbia River flowing below, was just chef’s kiss. These two were naturals, and you could feel their love in every photograph. It was intimate, adventurous, and totally swoon-worthy. I’m still not over it!!! SO honored and excited to be photographing their wedding today!!!

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Alex & Cody
A Mt. Hood Oregon Engagement

Alex, Cody, and I, along with their very sweet lab, Lincoln, met up in the Mt. Hood wilderness, near the town of Mt. Hood. The season was very early spring and the air was crisp and the snow was still on the ground but beginning to melt. We decided to embrace the season and the snow, with the couple even laying on a snow-covered walking bridge over the Hood River!!! It was a magical snowy wonderland! For stunning views of Mt. Hood we traveled to Grateful Vineyard, a local favorite for pizza, cider and great views of the mountain… and, after quite a bit of cloud coverage, she finally came behind the clouds for some amazing moments! (*Yes, Mt. Hood is a she to me!) I love the adventurous and kind spirit of this remarkable couple and I’m so excited to document their first steps as husband and wife this weekend at Ski Bowl!!

Baby

Monica & Justin & Baby Norma
A Trout Lake Engagement

Monica and Justin’s engagements took place on their gorgeous wooded property in Trout Lake, Washington. With Mount Adams towering in the background, we captured the sweet couple along with their darling new baby girl, Norma! She was smiling at the camera and stealing my heart throughout the evening!!!

The couple’s three dogs, who are clearly part of the family, roamed happily through the trees, adding to the day’s joyful atmosphere. The evening was filled with love and laughter, and the simple pleasures of being surrounded by loved ones on sacred land. So honored and excited about Monica and Justin’s wedding weekend!

Engagement

Janet & Will
A Seattle Engagement Session

Janet and Will’s Seattle engagement session was an absolute blast! We started in their darling neighborhood, Ballard, Seattle, where they laughed and reminisced through the charming streets. Then, we headed to Discovery Park, and wow, what a spot! The lighthouse gave us those classic, romantic vibes, and the beach was pure magic. Their love shone through every shot, and we captured some extraordinary moments. It was the perfect mix of fun, love, and beautiful scenery and I’m SO excited for their wedding at Amaterra winery in Portland this month!

Engagement

Amanda & Geri
A Portland Engagement Session

Amanda, Geri, and I recently met at the scenic Powell Butte Park in Portland for their short and sweet engagement session! As this cute couple wandered through grassy fields and wooded paths, they had a blast and laughed a ton, making me so happy for them as they start their journey together!

I’m looking forward to their wedding this weekend at The Orchard in Hood River, a venue celebrated for its stunning views of Mt. Hood and gorgeous landscaping. It’s the perfect setting for their big day, each step set against the beauty of the Pacific Northwest as they get ready to cross-country for Amanda’s residency! Congrats A & G!

Engagement

Kelsey & Bryan
A Columbia Gorge Engagement

Kelsey Bryan and I met up for their fun engagement session in Mosier, Oregon overlooking the Columbia River at magic hour! We had a blast capturing the natural lighting at golden hour illuminating their connection! The Columbia Gorge backdrop provided an always-stunning yet serene setting, reflecting the couple’s adventurous spirit and their excitement for the future. As we laughed and hiked around, even sneaking a few in with their excited pups, the session felt like a celebration of their journey together. They also ordered gorgeous wall art canvas for their home of the sunset lift pic!!! SO GOOD! With their wedding just around the corner at the beautiful Gorge Crest Vineyards, I am beyond excited for this kind couple!

Wedding

Jenna & Evan
A Timeless Downtown Portland Wedding

As soon as I met Jena and Evan, I knew their wedding would be something very special. Inspired by her grandparent’s wedding from the late 1940s; Jena made her own dress and hair bow, adding a personal touch to the vintage-inspired event. Their intimate May wedding at the gorgeous Nines Hotel in downtown Portland featured a hand-fasting ceremony to officially “tie the knot” officiated by the one and only Officiant Jimmy. Their four-course formal dinner with immediate family was relaxed and elegant and ended. Their day ended with a stunning rooftop photo session against the backdrop of the Portland skyline. This wedding was the perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication and the talented Becky with Event Crush planned the event perfectly with Flowers and Thyme creating the beautiful bouquets.

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Ashley & Drew
An Abigail Hall Engagement

Ashley and Drew are a fun, kind, and beautiful couple and we had a total blast photographing their engagements all around Portland and its variety of backdrops. We first met up at Abigail Hall, nestled in the Woodlark Hotel, which is a cocktail bar rich in history and elegant style. For a more laid-back setting, we headed to Battle Creek Cellars, a local favorite tasting room of theirs as Oregon wine lovers. Love that this modern winery had a relaxed urban backdrop that contrasted beautifully with the historical elegance of Abigail Hall!!! Their outfits complimented this perfectly and we had oh so much fun creating moody and fun magic! So excited for their upcoming wedding at the beautiful Irving Street Studio!