When location really matters You know that saying, right? “The grass is always greener on the other side.” I say this because when living in California, I always was thought, “why is it so hot all the time? Portland is so beautiful, it’s never that hot there.” Now here I am, living in Portland thinking, […]
September 30, 2019
August 15, 2019
What is a bridal session? A bridal session is similar to a boudoir shoot where the focus is on one person, the bride. I encourage every one of my brides to schedule a bridal session. Why? To connect with yourself, to get comfortable with your photographer, to get everything you can out of that beautiful […]
August 8, 2019
Budgets are important to have when planning for events, especially for something as monumental as a wedding. Spending can spiral out of control very quickly – everything you see if beautiful, everything you touch is lovely, every cake you taste is delicious – these costs can add up very quickly, and before you realize it, […]
July 18, 2019
July 3, 2019
It’s Never Too Late With age comes wisdom, beauty, and sometimes the need for wedding photos. Let me back track a little, I had the pleasure of capturing what 20 years of love looks like. These two beautiful souls have been married for 20 years, 3 kids (all fully grown), and all this time, they have […]
July 3, 2019
Ever consider bridal photos pre-wedding? Weddings can be a very busy day. As a wedding photographer, I schedule a timeline with my brides at least two weeks in advance. With this timeline, both parties will know what to expect and when to expect them. I always leave extra room for the unexpected, but more often […]
July 2, 2019
Starting a family is a difficult decision, but finding out that you’re not able to get pregnant is beyond heartbreaking. This couple went through a challenging time trying to get pregnant. They shared their story with me and has allowed me to share it with you. Mari and Brian tied the knot in 2010 […]