From Roadtrip to Wedding Venue

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I just got back last week from a two and a half week trip to the east coast, visiting both our families. My hubby, toddler, and I flew from Portland to Tennessee, running all the way across Houston airport for a layover. We spent a week in northeastern Tennessee, where my husband grew up, and then took a road trip up to New Jersey. We love road trips, and would rather drive most places than … [Read more...]

Daughter of the Bride and Groom

Baby and Wedding Guest - Portland Wedding Photography

As I mentioned last week, I'm in the process of going through photos and adding them to my new portfolio website. After a wedding I tend to have a selection of photos that I consider the best. When I go back through the entire set later I sometimes find what I call sleepers. Somehow these photos didn't really catch my eye earlier and suddenly I love them. Here is a photo of one of the wedding … [Read more...]

Summer Weddings {Portland Wedding Photographer}

Bride and Flower Girl at The Aerie in Happy Valley Oregon

Being November, peak wedding season is officially over. I got asked by a groom a few weeks ago, at a wedding photography consultation, what my favorite photos were. Interesting, I never really thought about brides and grooms caring about which ones I liked best. Now that I think about it, my favorites influence my style and my albums. Often I like the off moments, something that many may … [Read more...]

Katy & Aaron {Oregon Wedding Photography}

Bride & Groom Leaving - Portland Wedding Photography

Katy & Aaron just got in the vintage car when I shot this, to head over to the wedding reception. The bride's expression, the guest taking a photo from behind, and of course the incredible lines of the car, make this photo one of my favs from their wedding. … [Read more...]

F.A.Q. {Portland Wedding Photographer}

I thought I'd write up a little F.A.Q of questions I get asked often. Feel free to still ask them. I know that sometimes it's better to hear an answer in person and chat about it. Are you a full-time photographer? Yes. I have a 32 hours set aside each week that I work either with clients or in my home office. In addition to this time, I spend countless hours thinking about my business, jotting … [Read more...]