Oregon Ranch Wedding

Cake flowers by Portland Oregon Wedding Photographer Jessica Shepard

I admit that when Jaymie told me she was getting married at her family's ranch in Corbett, Oregon, I could not really imagine the venue. Back east in New Jersey, we just do not have the kind of land we do is here. I don't know anyone who has more than half an acre, and even that is very rare. After meeting Jaymie, I had to go home and ask my hubby what exactly a ranch is. Ranch verse farm? … [Read more...]

Custom Wall Art

I've mentioned before that I am obsessed with canvas.  I have thought about including canvas in every one of my printed collections.  One day, when I take the time to truly decorate my home, I will have large canvas wall art all over.  It's beautiful, and if you are going to hire a professional photographer, why not use the session to create a unique piece of art. See... I like canvas so … [Read more...]

First Look – Sarah & Drew

Groom First Sees Bride by McMinnville Wedding Photographer Jessica Shepard

Sarah and Drew had their wedding ceremony at the home of a family friend in McMinnville, Oregon. The groom grew up in McMinnville, and the couple now lives in Seattle. I have only been through McMinnville before on my way to Lincoln City, with beach on my mind and not thinking of much else. This trip as I drove through Newberg, sitting in stopped traffic on 99, I had lots of time to look around. … [Read more...]

Sarah & Drew – McMinnville Oregon Wedding

McMinnville Oregon Wedding Photos by Portland Photographer Jessica Shepard

A little peek at Sarah & Drew's amazing McMinnville wedding... more photos to come soon. … [Read more...]

Kelly & Eli | Young Nak Church Wedding

Getting Ready Wedding Photos by Beaverton Photographer Jessica Shepard

Kelly & Eli's wedding had almost 400 guests and was at their family's church, Young Nak in Beaverton. While the bride got ready, all her sisters surrounded her, and even more family would pop in for a quick hug. The wedding itself was in Korean. I could not understand the words but the emotion was still there. After the ceremony, Kelly changed into a traditional Korean wedding dress, something … [Read more...]