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Paige & Alex

These two are as fun as they are adorable! They’ve been together for over 6 years but still are as giddy about each other as a summer fling. We had so much fun taking taking photos around the gorge while the Pacific Northwest was showing off with a beautiful, sunny winter day. Paige and Alex - can’t wait for the wedding!

Nate & Jessica - Ridgefield, WA

Venue: Summit Grove Lodge

Planner: Sophia Coleman from Summit Grove Lodge

Florals: Wendy Warner from Lush Floral Design PDX

DJ: Yusef Graves from Stumptown DJs

Cake: Chucks Produce

Hair: Zeina Strizu

Makeup: Rylee Adams

Bridesmaids Dresses: David's Bridal

Grooms Attire: Men's Wearhouse

My personal favorite moment of the day was after the ceremony, when Nate and Jessica were signing the marriage license to make it official. The energy in the room was ecstatic and Jessica couldn’t contain her excitement! Haha I love these two, congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Allison!

Steven & Renee - Stevenson, WA

Renee and Steven wed over the summer at the stunning Skamania Lodge. I’ve known Renee since she was a little girl, through our church, and have taken several photos for her family and siblings over the years, so it was extra special for me to capture her wedding day.

Steven had a fun morning playing golf with his groomsmen while Renee and her girls relaxed and sipped mimosas as they got ready. They opted for the traditional “first look” and Steven saw his bride for the first time that day as she walked down the aisle towards in him, surrounded by close friends and family. They had the sweetest vows and the toasts given later in the evening were just as sweet. I love how adoringly Steven looks at Renee and I especially love how much fun these two have together. They make a good team… not to mention a good team on the dance floor, as well.

Renee and Steven, I had an absolute blast documenting your wedding day. Thank you for choosing me to partake in the celebration and I am so happy you two found each other. “The point is… you two are perfect together,” Congratulations!

Venue: Skamania Lodge

Planning: Erika Jacobson

Photography & Videography: RP Imagery

Florals: Leaf & Petals Floral

DJ/ Live Music: John Ross Music & Production - Michael

Catering & Bartending: Skamania Lodge

Cake: Jaciva's Bakery

Marquee Letter Rentals: Alpha Lit Portland

Hair & Makeup: Blossom & Beauty

Photobooth: Flash Photobooth

Michael & Julia - West Linn, OR

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Michael & Julia got married at a beautiful vineyard/winery in Oregon called Oswego Hills Winery. The aesthetic of the location is just as wonderful as the wine!

For me, the most memorable weddings are the ones where my couples (and their families) welcome me with open arms the second I get there and immediately make me feel like family. This is exactly what happened as I walked in the building, I heard the girls getting ready upstairs, and Julia’s mother walked right up to me and gave me the sweetest hug, thanking me for being there. This is just a small example of how the rest of the day went - so much love for these two and their wonderful families.

Some of the highlights of the day include Julia getting ready with her bridesmaids, Michael seeing Julia walk down the aisle for the first time, their phenomenal, choreographed first dance, the toasts that had everyone rolling in laughter, and of course the epic sunset we had which Michael whisked Julia into for some slow dancing at the end of the night.

Julia and Michael, thank you for choosing me (and G) to be a part of your magical wedding day. I loved getting to know your family and had so much fun with your friends! Here’s to a lifetime of love!

Nolan & Ricki - Aurora, OR

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There are certain aspects of every wedding that standout—and Nolan and Ricki’s wedding day was a perfect reflection of how they are truly loved. Surrounded by their favorite people, I was fortunate to witness the joy of everyone as these two finally made their love story official. What began with squeals of excitement from Ricki’s bridesmaids as she put on her wedding dress; eventually ended with dripping sweat, exuberant faces, and dancing fools by the end of the night. This day was one for the ages!

I’m not going to lie, the vibes of this day were some I imagine for my own wedding—PNW ambience, evergreens and vineyards, mountains bordering the horizon, and an epic charcuterie board and photo bus during cocktail hour. Not to mention the tear jerking toasts at sunset to kickoff the reception. All of the stories and memories shared on this day made my heart melt. Nolan and Ricki, you truly are a love story written in the stars, and I loved hearing about the countless memories that your loved ones shared with both of you. I admire how much you love others. For example, both of you made sure everyone else was comfortable and having fun on YOUR wedding day. You guys are remarkable individuals that are unstoppable as a team. I look forward to what the future holds for you two. Thank you for including me in this special chapter of your love story.

Venue: Wilmes Hop Farm
Florals: Tim Hammerbeck and Mother of the Bride
Hair/Makeup: Brooke Narragon and Rachel Curry & Kelsey Best
Catering: Hula Boy
Cake/Desserts: Larson’s bakery
DJ: Rick Hall
Rentals: NW rentals
Wedding Gown: BHDN
Bridesmaid Dresses: David’s bridal
Groom/Groomsmen Attire: men’s warehouse
Photobooth: Photo Bus of Portland


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Marcus & Kayt - Bend, OR

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Besides being absolutely stunning, Marcus and Kayt are one of the kindest, funniest, and most REAL couples in this world. Safe to say. They share a love that is so genuine and passionate, it has been fun for me to get to capture them in so many of their different elements. First, they took me to Maui to film their intimate (and epic) wedding in August with just a few of their close friends and family.

SEE THEIR MAUI WEDDING FILM HERE

Then, I got to be a part of and capture their celebration with everyone back home, in Bend, OR, a month later. AND THIS WAS A PARTY. The drinks, the music, the photobooth, THE CHARCUTERIE PLATE, the wedding film viewing, the toasts. It was a celebration unlike any other. They have a wild bunch of friends and family that got down on the dance floor. Not only was this a fun group of people, but I was blown away at the kindness of all of their friends and family. One of my favorite moments of the evening was when Marcus and Kayt got to see their Maui wedding film that I created for them, for the very first time, in a moment that they wanted to share with all of their loved ones at their celebration. Watching not only 200 people view my film, but witnessing my couple see their film for the first time, was a special moment I’ll remember forever. Their tears and smiles melted my heart, and reminded me of the significant value of my job. I always feel completely humbled that God put me on this path for a career, but especially in this moment. Thanks Marcus and Kayt, for wanting to share that moment with all of those close to you - including me. It meant so much! Thank you to all of you friends and family of Marcus and Kayt for all of your kind words, as well. I felt showered with way too much love from all of you, and never have I ever felt so appreciated and valued by so many people at one time. So from the bottom of my heart, thank you all.

Another favorite moment was obviously the beautiful sunset we whisked away from the party for. I think what makes the two of them such a beautiful couple, aside from their hotness (obviously!), is how real they are with each other - whether it’s goofy, serious, passionate, or just fun- they hold nothing back and I LOVE this about them. I ask them to slow dance, and he whisks her up in the air, twirls her around, grabs her face and kisses her, no shame. He grabs her butt, she grabs his. Their flirty, funny, and just adorable. They truly make everyone want to have a love like theirs!

Marcus and Kayt, I don’t have enough words to thank you for including me in so many of your special moments. Thank you for making ME feel completely loved, appreciated, and valued - when I was simply there to capture YOUR LOVE STORY. I couldn’t imagine anyone more perfect for each of them, than each other, honestly. My point is - we met at a wedding, we hit it off to the point where I got to capture YOUR wedding day(s), and where I thought I was (and honored to be) your wedding photographer and videographer, I come out of this experience with such a full heart feeling like a dear friend to you, more than anything. Thank you for trusting me at both of your weddings, thank you for making me feel like family, and thank you especially for truly inspiring us all with your goofy, passionate, firey, and REAL love.

I photographed their Bend recepetion (no video), but couldn’t help but just grab a couple second clips in this particular moment - a sunset slow dance. You just became husband and wife in Maui during a hurricane, so why not?! It was too sweet of a moment to capture only in photos!