One of my favorite Fall time photo locations is Powell Butte Nature Park in Portland (well…almost to Gresham). There are old orchards, big expanses of uncut grass fields, rustic fences and well maintained trails. During a typical family portrait session we use only 5% of the park but I always encourage clients to come back [...]
Tag Archives: Outdoor Photography
Powell Butte Family Portraits
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Brides Brides Brides…at The McLean House
I had the pleasure of photographing three beautiful women in bridal gowns at The McLean House in West Linn. I offered my services to help update the photography for this beautiful venue. Built in 1927 by Dr. Edward McLean it is owned today by the City of West Linn who, in partnership with the “Friends [...]
Summer is Leaving
This summer has been beyond amazing for my garden. Beyond photography my vegetable garden is a constant obsession. With a combination of old Starbucks coffee grounds and a little cow manure my Brandywine tomato plants grew over 7 feet tall! For the first time I bought my tomato starts from The Portland Nursery and couldn’t [...]
Italy Inspired Wedding in West Linn
Amanda and Mark were married at New Life Church in West Linn. After a ceremony at the church, the party moved to West Linn High School across the street. As they had both loved their time in Italy, they decided to use it as inspiration for the day. Instead of cake, they fed each other [...]
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Maria and Caleb. Wedding in Forest Gove
I have to thank Maria and Caleb for such a fun day with them and their families. They were married at the Visitation Catholic Church in Forest Grove. It is a beautiful turn of the century church with high celeings and two story stained glass windows. My favorite detail to the church was two stands [...]
Wedding at The McLean House in West Linn
One of the things that I love about photogaphing weddings is the details. I feel like a highlight on the small details are often times overlooked. You may see them as a part of a larger picture as a secondary theme, but I want to see them large and prominent in a photograph. There is [...]