Photos of Me

I just got my photos back from Deanna Russell Photography and they are great! Deanna and I had a fun laid back photo session and I think the relaxing atmosphere really shows in both of our portraits. Check out my About page where I just posted my favorite. Thanks Deanna!!! … [Read more...]

Portland Oregon Wedding and Portrait Photographers

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I had coffee (actually a chamomile tea with honey) with Gina Emerson, of Gina Emerson Photography, this morning. I think it is just amazing to be part of a community of photographers in Portland, that are truly supportive of each other. When I was first starting out I had several established wedding photographers offer me advice, and point me to networking groups. Over the years, I've become … [Read more...]

Wedding Details {Oregon Wedding Photography}

Portland Oregon Wedding Details

Jennifer and Chris had a lot of exceptionally arranged flowers. The brides bouquet was amazingly complex and yet still held a delicate beauty. It was heavy to lift! Jennifer kept talking about the twirling things that hung down from it, with a smile on her face. The wedding favors were in these neat little brown and green boxes. The floral designer is a dear friend of the bride, Julie Baldino. … [Read more...]

Eco-friendly Wedding Album, and a Toddler

Green Wedding Albums

Yesterday I delivered my first eco-friendly wedding album, to Christine, the wedding coordinator at the Portland Ecotrust building, an amazing wedding venue. The building has tall industrial style ceilings, lots of brick, and a rooftop terrace with a view of downtown Portland. Ecotrust is across from Jamison Square, which made for an interesting morning. I did something I don't normally do when … [Read more...]

One more peak {Longview Wedding Photography}

Father Daughter Dance - Longview Wedding

The groom and his men seemed to have extra fun smoking cigars, late in the reception, at Melanie & Adam's wedding. And what a hug Dad gives to his daughter after their dance! … [Read more...]