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Leslie and Mark
North Portland Engagements

Leslie and Mark and I met up recently around the Mississippi area, which is their neighborhood and mine, so it worked out great! Leslie and Mark are kind, sweet and comfortable to just chill and talk with. We had coffee, went to Por Que No, (which is where they had their first date!) and took their dog to a secret beach to play. I love having real life engagement shoots that replicate what you, as a couple, do in your spare time! The results are fun, true and honest and also document a great time in your life by showing who and where you are as a couple. Leslie and Mark are planning to say I DO this upcoming August at the very hip Castaway space in NW Portland. I can’t wait to photograph their fun day!

Elopements

Leyda and Thomas
A Downtown Portland Wedding

“I need your arms, loving arms to hold me tight and I need, I need your tender lips.” These Arms of Mine by Otis ReddingWedding Ceremony: Vancouver Court House

Wedding Reception: Jakes Crawfish, Portland

Wedding Dress Designer and boutique: Nicole Miller, from The English Department in Portland

Brides Shoes: Ivanka Trump

Men’s Suit: Jones NY and Hugo Boss matching ties son and dad

Flowers: Awesome Flowers in Vancouver

Hair: Nyssa at Salon de Donato in Portland

Cake: Pastrygirl in Portland

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Cassie and Trevor
A Portland Engagement

Cassie and Trevor met up with us during the chilly winter months, but we lucked out with a great day.. Overcast, but not raining like it has been! I love this fun, easy going couple and I’m so excited for their wedding this weekend at Oaks Park! It’s going to be a great time!

Events

3rd Annual Client Appreciation Party and Open House!

I was so excited to have the third annual Client Appreciation Party and Open House at my new studio on Mississippi Ave. A huge thanks to everyone who came out to make this fun party happen! The gorgeous tables, linens and glassware and bistro lights were from the experts at West Coast Event Productions. The stunning flowers made the Spring theme alive, from the fabulous Jordan at Blum Design in Flowers. The music was awesome, thanks to Lisa spinning vinyl via DJ Bad Wizard. The fun photobooth was insane and always a party hit, the Original Photo Booth makes it happen! The lovely Hors d’oeuvres were created with love from Tarri Butler, with Tarri’s Table. Mini yum yum cupcakes were the perfect treat from Cupcake Jones. My makeup and hair and tons of help and love from Kirstie Wight with Kirstie Wight Makeup. Photos taken by the talented Elijah Hoffman. The biggest thanks goes to my clients for making my dreams a success and my life a happy and fulfilled one. Thank you so so much!

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April and Justin
A Portland Engagement

April and Justin radiate fun, love and kindness. We met up on a somewhat rainy, somewhat overcast typical Portland day for their shoot and I really love the look. Note to couples: Don’t worry about the rain too much.. Just go with it and have a blast! Justin proposed to April at Park Kitchen, a lovely restaurant in Portland’s Pearl District. The staff was kind enough to let us in before they opened for the pics. Thanks PK! April and Justin are planning a September wedding at the historic and beautiful Fairgate Inn in Camas, Washington. I’m really looking forward to it! Thanks A&J- You guys are great and so is your cute pup, I had SO much fun!

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Holly and Sam
U of P and Left Bank Annex Wedding

It truly is a wonderful life, and Holly and Sam’s wedding made it even more wonderful! Their wedding was a breathtaking day of magic, love, and Mike Piper! I highly recommend Mike, with An Affair to Remember for your wedding coordination and florals. Everything ran smoothly, looked incredible and truly made for an unforgettable evening of whimsy in a wintery wonderland filled with vintage details and luscious florals. I love Holly and Sam and their families and I was truly honored to document their first steps together as husband and wife. Holly looked gorgeous in her Lazaro gown from AniA Collection, and shoes from Vera Wang. Courtney Rogers did all the beautiful makeup and Heather from Dezi salon created the stunning updos. We started at The Nines, Portland’s premier boutique hotel, for the getting ready and first glance. The ceremony took place at the University of Portland chapel and the reception was held at the Portland Left Bank Annex, a super unique event space. The theme of the evening was inspired by It’s a Wonderful Life, the famous Frank Capra film from 1946. I loved that it was playing silently in the background throughout the evening! The talented Judy with Dream Cakes made the incredible cake and Eric Wright with All Wright Music emceed the evening and kept the dance floor
packed! Vibrant Table made sure the food was perfect and delicious and Hybrid Moon filmed the evening’s celebrations. The candlelit ceremony and reception warmed the guests, while Holly and Sam’s amazing energy and true love filled their hearts.
Wow…Thank you and Congrats!

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Holly and Sam’s Rehearsal Dinner
Firehouse Restaurant

Holly and Sam are the perfect definition of true love. Their rehearsal dinner at the N. Portland Firehouse Restaurant was nothing short of perfect. The ambiance with the exposed brick, amazing flowers and soft candlelight provided the hip yet cozy backdrop to a fun night. I felt honored to document the toasts about childhood stories, true laughter and a great family union. Firehouse was a delight with great service and delicious food. An unforgettable night with two amazing people and their wonderful families! Stay tuned for their remarkable wedding soon!

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Introducing Holly and Sam
December 10, 2011

Engagement

Kelly and Joel
Oregon Engagement Photography

Kelly and Joel and I met up in early Autumn and we started the shoot at the SW Waterfront and continued onto the beautiful Rhododendron Gardens. Kelly and Joel have been dating for a long while and have continued through college and now, onto grad school. Joel is currently studying business and Kelly just finished medical school and is applying for residency. This couple is kind, gorgeous and intelligent and I’m honored to be working with them both for their May wedding at the Governor!