The CGP Blog

This Downtown Portland minimony was just adorable. They met under the cherry blossom trees at the waterfront for their first look. Afterward we headed to their intimate ceremony at Gallo Nero, a restaurant where they shared many meals while dating. The previous evening I photographed their Roce ceremony, where the groom was bathed in coconut […]

I was so excited to photograph this 2-22-22 Twosday wedding at Weddings On The Hill in West Linn, Oregon. I mean, is there even a more fun wedding date?! Maybe 11-11-11? Nah. I like this one more. Just a few days before these two reached out to me, I had been commenting to another photographer […]

This fall backyard wedding near Argay Park in Portland had perfect autumn colors and weather. These two have been working non-stop for months to remodel their backyard for this big day! And, it turned out beautifully! A Surprise Baby Announcement I started this day by meeting the groom at Argay Park to set up for […]

This sweet elopement at Lodge 902 in Hood River was a fantastic kick-off to my 2021 wedding season! I had never worked at this location before, but Lodge 902 is a new favorite! Elopement at Lodge 902 in Hood River Like many engaged couples these days, these two had plans for a big 2020 wedding. […]

This wedding ceremony aboard the Crystal Dolphin was a highlight of my year! The Crystal Dolphin is part of The Portland Spirit fleet, which everyone in Portland should be familiar with! The Portland Spirit is the sightseeing/brunch/dinner/sunset/party/dance cruise ship that travels up and down the Willamette year round! I’m actually surprised I’ve lived here for […]

This intimate Secret Garden wedding was so lovely. Did you know that Portland has a Secret Garden? It does! And it’s located in Washington Park… tucked away next to The International Test Rose Garden. But shhhhh…. don’t let the secret out! It’s a large grassy area surrounded by trees. There are 3 fairly hidden paths […]

This couple met on the Fourth of July, so it was only fitting that they plan a fun backyard fourth of July wedding as well!  I’ve been looking forward to their wedding for months now, and I’m so excited about the images!  I know the bride through a past roommate of mine and she’s one […]