Hannah & Josh | A SE Portland Engagement

ByJessica Hill Lovely August 29, 2025August 29, 2025

Hannah and Josh are tying the knot this weekend at The Orchard in Hood River, and I couldn’t be more excited to document their day! For their engagement session, we kept things close to Hannah’s heart with a stroll through Laurelhurst, just steps from where she grew up. Always love the old-growth trees and winding sidewalks at this classic SE park.

The whole session felt relaxed and real—lots of laughs, great conversations about music, (I told Josh he reminded me of Hozier…amiright!?) and plenty of those little in-between moments that say the most. Being in a spot so meaningful to Hannah made the photos even more special, and I love how the images show their connection so effortlessly. Their wedding day at The Orchard this weekend is going to be just as full of joy, and I can’t wait to capture it all!!!

Jessica Hill Lovely

Jessica Hill Lovely is an award-winning photographer with over 20 years of experience. A University of Michigan BFA graduate, she's one of the Pacific Northwest's most distinguished wedding photographers, earning Oregon Bride's Best Portland Photographer in 2020.

As the creative force behind Jessica Hill Photography, she blends editorial sophistication with authentic emotion. Based in Hood River with a Portland studio, Jessica specializes in "effortlessly elegant" weddings from intimate elopements to sophisticated receptions. Her work has been recognized by Fearless Photographers and World's Best Wedding Photos.

Jessica is also a respected educator and mentor, empowering emerging photographers through coaching programs. Follow her on Instagram and Facebook.