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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 […]

A Love that Shines Through the Rain Kate and Matt’s wedding at Wickering Heights was nothing short of magical. Despite some slightly unusual rainy and overcast June weather, their love and joy made the entire day filled with wonderful moments and long-lasting smiles. They were determined to have a low-stress party, and their main goal […]

The May 2023 wedding of Evan & Kaylin Metcalf at Summit Grove Lodge in Ridgefield Washington