The CGP Blog

This was my first time shooting a Wedding at the Columbia Gorge Hotel and Spa. I can not wait to go back. It has already become one of my favorite venues! The Columbia Gorge Hotel is perched above the Columbia River in Hood River, Oregon. It has some of the best views the gorge has […]

Logistics, Rentals, Setups, and Real World Planning Tips Wondering how to prepare for a Portland Park Wedding? Planning a wedding in a Portland park is exciting and beautiful, but also very hands on. Unlike traditional venues, you handle more details yourself. This guide covers everything to think about before wedding day, from rentals and signage […]

Reservations for Portland Park weddings opens in person on January 5th, 2026. Many couples camp out overnight to be first in line when the doors open! I thought it might be helpful to create a guide for couples considering using a Portland Park for their wedding. I’ve added a ton of wedding photos I’ve taken […]

This Troutdale House Weddiversary Celebration had a few fun surprises. The city recently cleared out some trees behind the venue, revealing a gorgeous new river view right in the backyard. They’re even building a little riverside park and walkway, which will make this already charming venue even more magical. Add in a couple who have […]

This disco karaoke wedding at Coopers Hall was pure joy from start to finish. I joined my associate photographer for the last couple hours of the night, and I’m so glad I did. The entire celebration shimmered with pink, sparkle, and good vibes. A Sparkly and Playful Celebration The couple built their wedding theme around […]

This Vintage Gardens Rustic Events wedding in Washington was a stunning blend of garden elegance and rustic charm. It was my first time photographing at this venue, and I am already hoping to return soon. Everywhere I turned, there was another beautifully maintained backdrop waiting for its moment. Vintage Gardens Rustic Events Wedding Nicole Issler […]

This Moonlight Events wedding in Vancouver, Washington was elegant, emotional, and full of personality. I had been looking forward to it since photographing their engagement session last winter. That session took us across four locations, including a basketball court to celebrate Leslie’s time in the WNBA. From the very start, I knew this love story […]

This Tiny Creekside Retreat wedding in Washington was one of the most laid back and unique celebrations I have photographed. The venue sits along Abernathy Creek in Longview, Washington, and it was the perfect match for this sweet, intimate day. A Hidden Gem Along the Creek I have known the owner of My Tiny Creekside […]

This grand celebration in historic Troutdale was one of the largest weddings I have ever photographed at this venue. The day was full of movement, energy, and joy. It reminded me how much fun it is to photograph a big wedding! Grand Celebration in Historic Troutdale This adorable couple originally married in India, surrounded by […]

This colorful celebration in Troutdale was filled with bold style, emotional moments, and some of the best dance floor energy I have ever seen. From laughter and tears to vibrant details, this day had everything. A Ceremony Overflowing With Emotion The couple planned a heartfelt ceremony surrounded by family and friends. The bride carried a […]

This historic Portland hotel celebration at McMenamin’s Kennedy School was a blast! It was one of the larger weddings I have photographed at this property. The day was colorful, full of tradition, and bursting with energy. Getting Ready Beside the Courtyard The couple’s hotel room was directly off the courtyard where the ceremony would be […]

This Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden wedding was so sweet, intimate, and full of natural beauty. It was my first time photographing a wedding there, and my first visit back since before the pandemic. I used to shoot family sessions at this garden all the time, back when it was open until dusk. Although the hours […]

This Gold Medal Garden wedding was full of laughter, color, and intimate family moments. The Gold Medal Garden is within the International Rose Test Garden in Portland. It was such a beautiful day. Getting Ready Time I began the day at the bride’s mother’s home. Natural light filled every corner, and the space was full […]

This particular celebration I’m calling the sunflower and cheese wedding! I think I photograph at the Troutdale House more than anywhere else, and it is always a joy to return. This one was full of personality, color, and an incredible amount of love. From start to finish, the day felt vibrant and personal, with every […]

This wedding at Hoyt Arboretum had everything: laughter, sentiment, runners mid-ceremony, bubble guns, and a laminated photo of a pooping dog. It was one of the most heartfelt and memorable celebrations I’ve photographed. Portraits at Cathedral Park We started the day at Cathedral Park, a spot the couple originally considered for their ceremony. The groom […]

This sweet and adventurous wedding aboard the Portland Spirit was such a fun one to photograph. The couple planned an intimate celebration with family. The entire day had the perfect mix of relaxed joy and Portland charm. Portraits at the RiverPlace Hotel We started the day downtown at the RiverPlace Hotel, right along the waterfront. […]

14 Days to Camera-Ready Skin When I was recently gearing up for a big school reunion, which I also happened to be planning (because apparently I enjoy stress), I realized I needed new foundation. I had run out, and after 20 years my brand had discontinued my specific color (how they choose which ones go, […]

Weddings at Redland Family Farm are always the best. This venue is such a dreamy spot tucked just 30 minutes outside Portland in Oregon City. It’s a working Christmas tree farm with so many unique and magical spaces spread across the 50-acre property. There’s an olive grove, a plum orchard, a gorgeous barn, a vintage […]

Ultimate Packing List for Oregon Weddings: Essentials for Every Wild, Wonderful Venue Planning a wedding (or attending one) in Oregon… here’s the ultimate packing list for Oregon Weddings. Welcome to the land of waterfalls, volcanoes, forests, vineyards, beaches… and wildly unpredictable weather. As a longtime wedding photographer who’s worked at venues from the Columbia River […]

Instead of sunshine and warmth, this rainy wedding at Mt. Tabor delivered a steady, chilly drizzle from morning ‘til night… almost unheard of for late June. It may have been the day after summer solstice, but Portland had other plans. But for this adventurous couple and their fellowship of loved ones, the unexpected weather only […]

I had the pleasure of returning to one of my favorite venues for this sweet and romantic June wedding. It was at the Troutdale House in Troutdale, Oregon. This venue always brings a warm, nostalgic charm to wedding days. It never fails to deliver a cozy and welcoming space for love stories to unfold. This […]