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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, […]

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 […]

Find An Officiant If you’re wondering how to elope in Oregon, it’s pretty simple! In Oregon, you can elope by obtaining a marriage license and having a ceremony performed by an authorized official, such as a judge or ordained minister. Here are the steps you can follow to elope in Oregon: It’s important to note […]

Oregon is home to many beautiful waterfalls, making it the perfect location for a waterfall elopement. Here are some tips for how to have a waterfall elopement in Oregon: By following these tips, you can have a beautiful and memorable waterfall elopement in Oregon. The natural beauty of the waterfall will provide a stunning backdrop […]

Let’s talk about storing and protecting your precious digital images for a moment, shall we? Why have your digital images on a USB? Where should I start? I feel there is so much information to share! When I first started wedding photography, the best way to deliver images was via a compact disc. In fact, […]

Are you looking for Oregon elopement ideas? Have you considered a wedding on wheels? Read on to learn more about this cute idea! Wedding on Wheels – Oregon Elopement Ideas What is Wedding on Wheels? This fun idea was born near the start of the pandemic. Couples were forced to change their wedding plans last […]

This is a list of my top 31 Most Unique Wedding Venues in Oregon and throughout surrounding areas. Whether you are looking for a small intimate venue on the beach or a larger location in the forest to fit the masses, you can find it on this list. These are locations that are not within the […]

This is a list of my top 38 Most Unique Wedding Venues in Portland and the surrounding areas. Whether you are looking for a small intimate venue or a larger location to fit the masses, you can find it on this list. From a colorful and rustic outdoor venue to a modern warehouse in the […]