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There’s a shipwreck on the Oregon coast that’s been slowly becoming part of the beach for over 100 years — and somehow it keeps getting more beautiful. The Wreck of the Peter Iredale sits on the sand at Fort Stevens State Park, just outside Astoria, Oregon. The rusted iron ribs of the hull rise out […]

You’ve found a photographer whose work makes your heart skip a beat. Their Instagram is stunning, their website feels like you, and you’re already imagining your gallery. But before you send that deposit, there are a few important questions every couple should ask before booking a wedding photographer in Vancouver, WA. We’re telling you this […]

There’s something about a summer wedding in the Pacific Northwest that just hits differently — golden light, warm air, and that feeling that everyone can finally exhale. Alyssa & Harold’s day at McMenamins Cornelius Pass Roadhouse was exactly that kind of magic. Equal parts laid-back and intentional. Romantic, but never fussy. A day that felt […]

(Because every bride deserves to feel incredible in the dress.) Wedding dress shopping should feel like champagne and happy tears — not fluorescent lighting and sample sizes that don’t zip. When I was first looking for wedding dresses way back in 2020, I was not prepared for the miserable experience that awaited me and other […]

There’s something about rain in Portland that just feels like coming home. When Heather and Eric’s engagement session arrived with a soft steady drizzle and low clouds hanging over the trees, we didn’t panic. We leaned in. And honestly? It could not have fit them more perfectly. If you’re dreaming of engagement photos that feel […]

Wedding days move quickly. One minute you’re stepping into your dress, the next you’re on the dance floor with the people you love most — and everything in between deserves to feel unhurried, intentional, and true to you. After photographing dozens of weddings throughout Southwest Washington and the Portland area, we’ve learned something important: the […]

Outdoor weddings in Vancouver, WA can be beautiful with the right planning. Learn how weather and light impact your wedding photos and timeline.

Tips from two Vancouver Washington Wedding Photographers Planning a wedding can feel like a lot. There are decisions coming at you from every direction, opinions you didn’t ask for, and a constant sense that you’re supposed to be doing it right. If you’re planning a wedding near Vancouver, Washington, take a breath. You’re in a […]

Say “I Do” as you watch the sun set over the mountains The Griffin House is a 120-year-old historic home that blends timeless charm with breathtaking natural beauty. With sweeping views and unforgettable sunsets, it’s a stunning location for an intimate elopement in the Columbia River Gorge. Hunter & I were honored to capture Shelby […]

Brandon & Courtney’s Fun and Frosty Downtown Camas Engagement Session Get ready to fall in love with Brandon and Courtney’s super fun Downtown Camas engagement session! Even though it was a chilly January day, these two brought all the warmth with their infectious smiles and undeniable chemistry. Historic Downtown Camas, Washington, with its charming streets […]