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Something special for your special someone

admin — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:05:09 +0000

I’ve had a lot of interest for this and now that Winter is here and I’ve got a little more time on my hands – I put together our very first ‘Intimates’ special. February 17th-18th at the Nines Hotel in Portland.

Call or email to get on the calendar, I hope you’ll join us!

My little reindeer

admin — Sat, 18 Dec 2010 00:43:49 +0000

Carson has not quite gotten into the Christmas spirit yet.

Happy Thanksgiving!

admin — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 17:48:05 +0000

Carson was feeling extra thankful for his new indian headdress and I figured I’d take a quick Thanksgiving shot. Have a great holiday and remember to count all your blessings!

Meggan and Bill

admin — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 19:25:05 +0000

When I met Meggan for the first time, it only took me about 5 seconds to know that we were going to get along phenomanally. Her constant smile and cheerfulness make her the kind of person that you want to be around non-stop. She loves to talk (just like me!) so our conversation was never dull and I felt like we’d been friends for years by the time we finished wedding photos. When the maid of honor mentioned in her toast that Meggan had watched Father of the Bride (my favorite movie of all time) 15 times the week of her wedding, I decided that we could very easily be best friends!

She was an amazing bride – so completely relaxed the entire day and obviously enjoying every second of it. Bill, her husband-to-be was just as easy to work with and they were so cute as a couple that I wanted to just fold them up and keep them in my pocket! I’m so excited for them as they get started on their new adventure and so very thankful that I got to be a part of their big day!

A Gorge-ous Wedding

admin — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 03:18:26 +0000

Forgive the bad pun – but yes, Andrew and Melissa’s wedding was both out in the Gorge and absolutely GORGEOUS! When we pulled up to the Wind Mountain Ranch in Stevenson, WA – I knew immediately that it was going to be a good day. Everything about the day was perfect. I had to focus extra hard during the ceremony because if I wasn’t careful, I could have easily missed something important while being entranced by the breathtaking views in every direction! Melissa had one of the longest and most beautiful veils ever, and the wind cooperated amazingly, giving us perfectly timed gusts that sent it flowing behind her as we walked through the meadow for pictures. It was a great trip to Stevenson, and hopefully not my last. Andrew and Melissa – you guys were a blast to work with and I can’t wait to show you the rest of your pictures!

It’s a Boy!

admin — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:49:24 +0000

Surprise! Yes - I’m pregnant, and I’m thrilled to announce that Corey and I will be proud parents to a baby boy this Spring (right before wedding season starts, what perfect timing, huh!?!).

I know it’s a little fuzzy, but it’s a picture of a picture that I took with my phone, so cut me some slack. More updates to follow!

It’s Christmas Card Time!

admin — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:01:34 +0000

Looking to add a little flare to your Christmas cards this year? Our cards are professionally printed on extra thick cardstock, full bleed, double sided with an eye-catching metallic pearl-escant finish and even come with awesome parchment envelopes. Guaranteed to set your card apart from the crowd – we’ll even waive the card design fee if you book a photo session between now and Nov. 30!

Adrienne and Reuben – YeeHaw!

admin — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 23:11:16 +0000

Adrienne and Reuben are two of the nicest and most genuine people you’ll ever meet. They’re also about as ‘country’ as two people can get. If you don’t believe me, try this on for size: Their wedding color was hunting camo, and the flower arrangements all featured pheasant tail feathers!

We drove down the long gravel road on the outskirts of Corvallis and as we pulled up to their old farmhouse it was like being transported back to a much simpler time. We were completely surrounded by wheat fields as far as we could see with cool old barns and outbuildings dotting the landscape. The scenery made for a gorgeous wedding and some amazing and unique photo ops, it was like a photographer’s paradise!

Pictures were going perfectly until a chance encounter with a Garter snake in one of the barns. Luckily my life was spared and once I calmed down, photos resumed. We spent the afternoon hiking through the wheat fields, scaling fences, and trekking across meadows – I love it when a bride and groom don’t mind puttin in a little hard work for good pictures! Even the groomsmen were great sports, although I’m sure that had something to do with the fact that they got to have pictures taken with their shotguns.

It was such a beautiful day and Adrienne did an amazing job with all the details. I especially loved the dance floor built out of old barn floorboards, the barbed wire centerpieces, and the all-country songlist that played late into the evening.

Here’s the link to their wedding day slideshow. as well as a few fun ones below!