THE G.W.E.D. - Los Angeles, CA

Special thanks to Isaac and Mandy for helping film!

1 night, 1 couple, 3 events, 5 charities, 45 sponsors, 700+ people… Honestly, have you heard of anything like this? The answer is no, because this couple did something that nobody ever has. They hosted a $200k wedding that didn’t cost them $200,000 but RAISED over $200,000!!! Caleb and Tiffany truly have hearts of gold and they are fiercely dedicated to making this world a better place. So much that they donated their wedding! I mean, who does that? Especially in this century, where weddings are so hyped up, so detail oriented, and all about and catered to the couple. This was catastrophically quite the opposite.

Caleb and Tiffany believe that love is about the challenges, heartache, and battles you face in life and being able to fight through those together and come out stronger. AMEN TO THAT. Individually, they both have had their own battles in life to overcome:

“I have overcome childhood trauma from sexual assault, depression, emotional abuse, poverty, first generational living, suicide and pressure of raising my siblings, by turning my focus to helping others.” -Tiffany

“At the age of 1, was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder called cystic fibrosis. I was told my life expectancy was only 19 years old (I am now 27). Despite the financial burden of doctors and hospital visits, the struggle to overcome sickness on a daily basis, and the unknown future, I choose to take this fight day-by-day. I take pride in being known to live in the moment and for my sincere appreciation of life. Rather than focusing on my fears, I love to follow my highest excitement at every given moment with no expectations of outcome.” - Caleb

It’s true, the amount of positivity and true appreciate for life that these two have is evident in their bright smiles, loving hugs, and compassion for the world.

Their wedding was out of this world! With well-known artists, dancers, musicians, speakers, live auctions, a few surprises, etc. - the whole evening was a hit. They had a short, tear-jerking ceremony in the middle of it all so that we could all remember that, yes… this is a wedding… and a marriage is about to begin! After the ceremony, they had speakers educate everyone on their 5 causes that they were donating their wedding to, all very close to their hearts. Then the party began and everyone danced and drank the night away.

Caleb and Tiffany, you guys are a light in this world and an inspiration to all of us. Thank you for being a true example of what love looks like when you fight together to overcome life’s greatest battles. Thank you for donating your wedding. Thank you for asking me to capture it! Thank you for encouraging us all to put goodness in the world, and reminding us that it’s not about what we can do alone, but what we can accomplish all together. This is not the end, it is only the beginning. I am so excited to see what you two continue to accomplish together in this life. YOU ARE “MARRIAGE GOALS” AND I LOVE YOU!

LEARN ABOUT THE GREATEST WEDDING EVER DONATED HERE

Watch the video below (created by WoodSnap) to learn more about the vision and love story behind it all:

VIDEO BY: WOODSNAP

Austin & Nadia || The Royal Wedding

On a day which scarcely could have been better…
there was a royal wedding happening…

But even better than that,

AUSTIN AND NADIA’S WEDDING WAS HAPPENING!

And what an epic day it was. On a sunny day in May, Nadia began getting ready with all her besties for the greatest day of her life. Austin and his groomsmen showed up a bit later, to have some guy time before the big day enfolded. I loved getting to chat with each of them individually before they saw each other that day, and I love how I could feel the passion they have for each other just talking about one another. The giddiness was in full effect up until the moment of their first look when you could physically see the deep love between these two shine! They truly light up around each other.

Their wedding was filled with all sorts of shiny things: balloons, Nadia’s gifts to her ladies, shimmery dresses, and nadia’s RING (that baby is to die for), but my favorite shining thing was both of their faces the entire day. They were surrounded by so much love (their friends and family are all so amazing!), and I loved seeing Austin and Nadia soak up each tiny moment as if to try to hold onto it forever.

Their party was a blast! Cocktails flowing, dance floor raging, donut truck pulling up to fulfill all of the sweet tooth needs, amazing food, and emotional, sentimental speeches were shared. I’ll never forget this wedding because it truly was everything I hope my wedding is one day. I don’t think there was a single moment of the day where my face didn’t hurt from smiling so much. I love these two and I love their love. I am inspired by the way they truly treasure each other, respect each other, and laugh together. Their personalities shined through every detail of their wedding day and I had so much fun capturing it all.

Austin and Nadia, thank you for setting the bar high for what true love IS. Thank you for throwing such a fun wedding that the attendees of the actual Royal Wedding were jealous of! Thank you for inspiring us all with your love, and thank you SO much for choosing me to capture your wedding. It was a true honor!

Venue: Abernathy Center - Abigail's Garden (Oregon City, OR)

Florals: Vancouver Farmer's market

Hair/Makeup: Arianna Blanks

Catering: Abernathy Center

Bartending: Abernathy Center

Cake/Desserts: Gluten Free Gem - Portland, OR & Voodoo Donut Truck

DJ: Sound Choice - Anthony
Wedding Gown:  Olvi’s dresses  
Bridesmaid Dresses: Lulus 

Scott & Karin - Pasadena, CA

My first recollection of Scott and Karin was at a brewery in Hood River, OR, when my friends and I were a few tables away admiring Karin’s elegant beauty, graceful demeanor, and subtle confidence. Moments later, a smiling, handsome, gentle giant comes up behind her, surprising her, and wraps his arms around her in an tender embrace. It was hard not to stare throughout their afternoon date. Scott and Karin are one of those couples that truly look at each other like nobody else is in the room. That’s probably why they were a little shocked when I swung by their table on my way out, and told them how adorable they are! My job is capturing love, so I told them I knew true love when I saw it and gave them my card, told them I hoped to capture their love one day, and went on my way.

Fast forward 1 year later, and I am feeling absolutely ecstatic to be in Pasadena, CA capturing their wedding day. After getting to know them at their engagement session (see their epic engagement session HERE), I knew their wedding would be nothing short of extraordinary. While Scott is the quietest man I’ve ever met, he also has this charming, subtle badass-ness that reminds me something of James Bond. Karin is not afraid to be the center of attention, loves to sing (she is an opera singer!), carries herself with such grace and elegance, and don’t get my started on how beautiful this girl is! While some may thing these two are the definition of “opposites attract,” it became obvious to me that Karin brings out a livelihood in Scott, and he brings out a tender side of Karin. I could go on about these two forever… but I’ll move on to their wedding day.

They wed at Karin’s Christian Orthodox church, with a few hints of Hawaiian tradition, since Scott grew up in Hawaii, they passed out lei’s and a Hawaiian band performed the prelude. Scott beamed as he saw Karin for the very first time on their wedding day, walk down the aisle to him, with her dad. The ceremony was lovely, but the real party got started when their 200 guests moved over to The Athenaeum. The amount of planning and details that went into planning this party really showed off. Karin certainly has good taste (and loves pink!), so the whole ambiance of the reception space was to die for! Scott and Karin paraded into the party to a traditional Armenian wedding song to start off the night, and it only got more wild from there. Her opera singing friend, SANG the whole menu for the evening, which was quite entertaining! Karin and two of her friends sang a special song, as well.. The toasts were incredible, the tears flowed, the laughter roared, and Karin kindly reminded her guests that she would like EVERY PERSON on the dance floor all evening. And boy, did that actually happen! Their live band was incredible and had the whole dance floor going all night long. A huge highlight was the choreographed First Dance that Scott and Karin did… it was so sexy! It was a perfect presentation of their flirty love. Of course later in the night, Scott had every girl wanting to be lifted up in the air by him, “dirty dancing” style.

As amazing as their wedding was, I know their journey together in this next chapter will be even more amazing. They are both such incredible individuals, I cannot even imagine what they are going to conquer in this world together as a duo! Scott and Karin, I am beyond honored that you chose me! I went from admiring your guys’ love on a random afternoon date to actually getting to be a part of your love story, and I am forever grateful. Thank you for inspiring us all with how madly in love you guys are!

Venue: The Athenaeum at the California Institute of Technology

Coordinator: Karin and Lauren Mushegain, with Maggie Jensen Floral Co. and Kathy Winterrowd of the Athenaeum

Photographer & Videographer: RP Imagery

Officiant: Father Sarkis Petoyan of St. Gregory Armenian Church, Pasadena, CA

Florals: Maggie Jensen Floral Co

Invitations and/or Signage: Carmody and Co. Pasadena, CA 

Ceremony and Cocktail band: The Alcatraz Islanders

Performance of the menu: Singer- Jonathan Beyer // Pianist - Paul Romero

Reception Band: Jump Start from Bob Gail Music and Entertainment

Linens Rentals: La Tavola

Glasses/Table Setting/Flatware/Chairs/Barstools Rentals: Theoni Collection

Custom Bar: Designer 8

Lighting: Bright Event Rentals

Dance Floor: Vincent Starr

Catering: The Athenaeum

Cake: Fantasty Frostings

Bridal Dress: Bespoke Carolina Herrera

Bridesmaids Dresses:  Haute Hippie

Groom Tux: Bespoke JB Clothiers 

Groomsmen Attire: Mens Wearhouse

Hair and Makeup: Stephanie Navarro // Brides by Stephanie

Custom Ice: Penny Pound Ice

Tanner & Cinzia - Poulsbo, WA

Cinzia and Tanner did it right. Celebrated their holidays and then continued the holiday cheer by getting married in January. I love the thought of having a January anniversary, too! When all of the holiday bliss is dying down, you still have that anniversary date to look forward to. ;)

Their wedding was held at the beautiful Kiana Lodge, located on the waterfront in Poulsbo, WA. This place is magical, especially right after Christmas time. The fresh scent of pine tree still in the air, the rustic log architecture of the lodge, and the fires crackling.

Cinzia and her 10 bridesmaids began the day relaxing and getting ready in the cute little cottage next to the lodge, sipping champagne, and reminiscing on all of their memories. Cinzia and her bridesmaids are a true girl gang! They are a big group of girlfriends that all grew up together, and they are basically all sisters.

Cinzia’s family, the DiCicco family, are all Italian and her father and his cousins and brothers all own the chain of DiCicco Italian restaurants around California. It was fun to hear at the rehearsal dinner how loved Cinzia was growing up by her whole Italian family, and their is even an Italian dish in their restaurant named after her, The Cinzia! I loved how they incorporated bits and pieces of their heritage in the wedding. My favorite - when their cousin stood up and had every person in the room singing at the top of their lungs “That’s Amore” to the new Mr. and Mrs. Vaughn!

Cinzia and Tanner, your wedding was truly magical. From the Italian love songs to the epic fireworks, there really wasn’t a second of the day that I didn’t feel all of the AMORE! Your guys’ love is so authentic, and you guys are so deeply loved by all those around you. Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Vaughn!

-Bridal gown: LaineeMeg Bridal / For The Luv Of Bridal

-Suits: Men’s Warehouse

-Makeup: Bethany Yackel Beauty

-Hair: Hair By Alise 

-Hair & Makeup assistant: Ryann Brady 

-Florist: Chelsea at Flora d’ Amore 

-Cake: Sweet Life Cakery 

-Donuts: Krispy Kreme (donut wall built by the bride) 

-DJ: Sounds Unlimited 

-Photography: Rachel Howerton Photography 

-Photography Associates: Entwined Portraits & Picture Marvelous 

**Be sure to also check out Rachel Howerton’s beautiful images from Cinzia and Tanner’s wedding day HERE

-Venue & Catering: Kiana Lodge 

-Rentals (chairs & sequin linens): CORT Party Rental & Grand Event Rentals 

Bryce & Brooke - Walla Walla, WA

There are truly not enough good things I can say about these two. Bryce, definitely one of the nicest guy I’ve ever met. Truly. He is quiet, but he is so kind and sincere. Brooke is so lovable - everyone can admit. She lights up any room she walks in. But she is also SO loving. She put so much thought into the gifts she gave her bridal party, her parents, Bryce’s parents, and Bryce. She wanted everyone else around her to feel loved and appreciated on her wedding day. This is just a small example of the kind of people Brooke and Bryce are.

I knew the second I met them for the first time at a brewery in Seattle that I loved them. How can you not?! I was fortunate to get the opportunity to spend not only their wedding day with them, but their whole wedding weekend, too. After walking away from their lovely rehearsal evening the night before their wedding, it became evident to me why I adored them so much. Their infectious personalities and loving characters come straight from the people who raised them. I just adored both of their parents! The love that both of these families have for each other and share between them, is something special. Going into their wedding day I knew I had to make their parents a memorable part of the wedding film. I’ll let you watch the film to see what I mean.

Clearly my heart was melting their whole wedding weekend. The details that went into the day were extraordinary, as well. Kasey D Weddings did a spectacular job of bringing Brooke’s dream wedding to life. Basel Cellars Estate Winery was the perfect venue. Brooke, Bryce, their families, and some of their bridal party got to call the entire estate “home” for the weekend, and in my opinion - that is the best way to have a wedding… being all together, all weekend long, under the same roof, sharing meals together, preparing for the event, celebrating together, etc. Brooke and Bryce met at college in Pullman, WA. They wanted to be married somewhere that resembled the Eastern, WA vibes - with miles and miles of dry, rolling hills with hints of that beautiful PNW green. Basel Cellars fit that perfectly.

Brooke and Bryce, you two are incredible humans and I am inspired by your love for each other and the love that you put out in this world.

Your wedding day was so special to me, and I hope that you can re-live it every single day through this film. Love you guys.

Their wedding was also featured on Style Me Pretty!
Check out the feature HERE

Wedding Vendors:

Venue: Basel Cellars

Coordination & Florals: Kasey D Weddings

Wedding Dress: Laineemeg Bridal

Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Azazie

Bridal Shoes: Louise Et Cie

Groomsmen Attire: Black Tux

HMUA: Elizabeth White Artistry

Photography: Shelley K Photos

Videography: RP Imagery

Catering: Marcus Whitman Hotel

Cake & Desserts: Frosted

Rentals: John loves June

Rehearsal Catering: The Q Wood Fired Grill

I’ve included some fun little behind-the-scenes shots of their rehearsal evening because it was so fun! And the food was so delicious! And I also went over to Basel Cellars at 7am on their wedding day to capture some sweet little, early moments before their day actually got started. Enjoy!

Steven & Megan - Winter Park, FL

It’s always an honor to photograph a friend’s wedding. I met Megan through the nonprofit organization that I frequently volunteer with, Humanity and Hope United. Megan and I have been on a trip to Honduras together, spent a few retreats together, and have gotten to know each other well over the last few years. I swear this nonprofit has brought me some of the most genuine, amazing friendships that I’ve ever experienced!

You can imagine my excitement when she asked me to photograph her wedding. She is a beauty, inside and out. She also has an eye for everything beautiful. She has coordinated over 200+ weddings, so THIS GIRL KNOWS HER WEDDINGS. It was no surprise that her wedding day was perfectly curated down to every magical detail. It was a photographer’s dream! They chose such a beautiful venue to get married at, as well. Casa Feliz is a historic estate in Winter Park, Florida and the history is painted across the walls in every fine detail of the architecture. While it was lovely, it was also intimate. The perfect place to say their vows.

During their vows, there was not a dry eye in the crowds. Megan and Steven’s love for each other is so tender and sweet. Steven looks at Megan with the upmost respect and passion, and the adoration Meg has for Steven can be seen in the way she gently places her hand in his, and the way her smile turns into dimples when she looks at him. I loved capturing every bit of it!

Meg and Steven, I cannot thank you enough for choosing me to capture this BEYOND BEAUTIFUL wedding day of yours! It was truly a dream.

Venue: Casa Feliz

Coordination: Cait Roberts

Catering: Arthur’s Catering

Photographer: RP Imagery

Florals: Atmosphere Floral and Design

DJ & Lighting: Junction 88

Hair: Brittany Black

Makeup: Julie Cipolla

Videographer: Jeremy Rice

Cake: 4 Rivers Specialty Cakes

Bridal Gown: Essence of Australia

Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Show Me Your Mumu

Groomsmen Attire: Menguin

Meagan & Curtis - Estacada, OR

Meagan and Curtis got married on a November afternoon at the Wonsor Woods Estate, which is a gorgeous family owned home up in the hills of Estacada, OR. We got incredibly lucky with a lovely sunny day and although chilly, we took full advantage of the beautiful weather and got to do all of our photos outside!
Enjoy some of my favorites:

Caterer: Roth's Fresh Catering

Venue: Wonser Woods

Coordinator: Amore Coordination

Cake: Rosy cakes

Bartending: My Bartender

DJ: PDX DJs

Floral: Belle Fleur

Rana & Adam - Colorado Engagement

After learning that we lived so close together, Rana and Adam wanted a quick photo of them at the lake by both of our houses, to use for their wedding website. I said fat chance! I just moved to Denver so have been wanting to get out and explore all of the awesome places and epic views that Colorado has to offer. And THIS was the perfect opportunity to do so! So I whisked these two (they actually whisked me) up and away to Lookout Mountain in Genesee, Colorado.

While we definitely got to see some majestic views, the real view was these two! Rana and Adam are so much fun and they are truly perfect for each other. They are constantly laughing together and while Rana is quirky and hilarious, Adam balances them out with his gentleness and subtle wit.

Thank you guys for allowing me the privilege of capturing a bit of your love. Can’t wait for the wedding!

Jay & Kelley - Port Orchard, WA

Something about being related to your bride and groom gives you a unique perspective in capturing their big day! Jay is my 2nd cousin but our families have grown up doing holidays and vacations together since we were little. It’s scary how fast time flies and it was so wild to be all grown up, capturing his WEDDING DAY!

Jay and Kelley’s wedding was purely about celebration. I love how Kelley mentioned in her vows that the two of them had wondered and talked about what this day would look like for over three years, and then in a blink of an eye, it was actually here! Surrounded by all of the people they love most, both Jay and Kelley were full of emotions and brought to tears throughout so many moments of the day. It was a special day shared with all of their friends and family, and the celebration truly began first thing in the morning and carried into late in the evening. Kelley was sick on her wedding day, but you wouldn’t even know! She didn’t let that hinder any of her big day at all.

Kelley, I’ve never seen Jay look at anyone the way he looks at you. I mean, let’s talk about your first look! I could tell Jay thought he was going to hold it together just fine, but NOPE! Lost it. Just like when you started walking down the aisle, and his lip quivered the entire time. So sweet.

Jay, I am beyond happy for you that you found your person! You two are simply perfect together and the way you love each other is truly inspiring. The respect, trust, gratitude, humbleness, and friendship between the two of you is something remarkable. I am so thankful to have gotten to capture it!

To put it simply, I love your love. Enjoy my perspective of your wedding day:

Kelley and Jay - Words cannot describe how thankful I am that you chose and trusted me to capture your day. Obviously I may be a little biased, but your wedding was so special to me!! What an honor it was to document each and every moment. I am excited to see all that life has to bring you guys in your adventure ahead. Thanks again, Love you guys!

Venue: Cedar Springs

Coordinator & Rentals: My Perfect Wedding Assistant

Officiant: Lovingly Yours

Florals: JNJ Floral

J: Terry Green’s Spectrum Sound DJ’s

Catering: Juan Carlos El Charro

Cake: Gracene’s Cupcake Boutique

Paul & Kirsten - Seattle, WA

Paul and Kirsten decided to go outside of the realm of typical wedding traditions, and tie the knot on their terms, in their own unique way. I was excited to hear that they would elope in Pike’s Place, the original farmer’s market (established in 1907) and a popular tourist attraction of Seattle, WA. They rented out a gorgeous suite in the heart of Pike’s Place, with a deck overlooking the farmer’s market and waterfront. You could see the flowers, smell the fish, and hear the street music from their private deck. The suite was enormous and incredibly stunning! They invited their immediate families and two of their closest friends, to ensure a relaxed and intimate environment for their ceremony. I have to admit, felt very special to be in a room with an exclusive amount of people, witnessing Paul and Kirsten’s heartfelt vows to each other. They had a lovely table spread for their family to enjoy, British style - complete with tea, scones, and sandwiches. They celebrated, ate, drank, and toasted after the ceremony to a new exciting chapter of marriage, as the excitement for the later evening’s activities began to brew.

Paul and Kirsten invited 175+ of their friends and family to an elegant “Engagement Party” on the top floor of the Columbia Tower that night. What everyone thought was an engagement party would actually be their wedding reception! The Columbia Tower is one of the tallest executive buildings in Seattle so you can imagine how incredible the views were. Even in the evening, the whole city was lit up, including the space needle of course, and we were sitting on top of it all, with a panoramic view. The whole setting, including the guests, could not have been more elegant! Kirsten’s dad welcomed everyone in and then made the big announcement that Paul and Kirsten had actually eloped earlier that afternoon, and everyone hollered and cheered as the new husband and wife joined their party. The evening was a total hit! Fine food, fancy cocktails, a rockin’ band, lots of dancing, and the celebration went on all evening.

Paul and Kirsten, I can’t imagine a more perfect day for you guys. Thank you for including me in such an intimate elopement and spectacular celebration - your wedding day. This will forever stick out in my mind as one of my favorite wedding celebrations of all time! You guys nailed it. Congratulations!!

Clopton Fam

Haley, Corey, and Ryland have a special place in my heart. I have been photographing them for 5+ years and have been so fortunate to not only have captured, but also to have been a part of so many special moments in their lives. Ryland is a truly special little man, he is full of spunk and is so smart and polite! Corey and Haley, you are an inspiration of how I want to be one day when I’m a parent, you guys are killin’ the parenting thing.

BUT SERIOUSLY, HOW CUTE ARE THEY?! Don’t miss out on our “blast from the past” and the end of this blog post, too! So fun to reminisce. Love this little family so, so much!

BLAST FROM THE PAST

Check out all of the wonderful moments in their lives that I’ve been able to capture and be a part of:

Brooklyn & CJ

I have so much appreciation for a grown man that isn’t afraid to wear his heart on his sleeve, to flirt and show affection, and to be so evidently proud to be his woman’s side. This is CJ. I knew it would be a fun shoot the first moment that I asked CJ to spin Brooklyn around and slow dance. They did it so naturally and beautifully, that I wasn’t surprised when CJ replied, “Oh we do this in the kitchen all of the time,” while shamelessly admitting that he is a hopeless romantic. Their chemistry is so strong, and I love their love story.

At such a young age themselves, they unexpectedly brought their little stud into the world. I was so happy that they brought their son, Cam, to our engagement session. I loved seeing them interact all together, and I was beyond impressed with what a sweet and polite little man that they have already raised. They shared their whole story with me, and I found it so admirable how they have worked hard together and have remained such a solid team through all of life’s trials, tribulations, heart-warming, and happy moments.

You could tell little Cam was just so excited for his parents to get married, and I think it’s safe to say we all are! These two have a contagious kind of love, and I was so honored to capture every little bit of their undeniable chemistry. Absolutely cannot wait for their wedding day!

Marcus & Kayt - Bend, OR

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!

Their Amazing Vendors:

Planning/coordination: Britt and Bixby Events // @brittandbixby 

Florals: The Posie Shoppe // @posie_shoppe

Hair: Head Over Wheels Hair Co // @headoverwheelshairco

Dress: Grace Loves Lace // @grace_loves_lace

Catering: Curbbq // @Curbbq 

Cake/Donuts: Foxtail Bakeshop // @foxtailbakeshop  

Photobooth: The Fotobus // @thefotobus.co

Bartending: Twist Cocktail Catering // @twistcocktailcateringco

Lighting: Illuminate Your Night //  @illuminateyournight   

Rentals: Curated Event Rentals // @curated_eventrentals (lounge),

Incredible Events // @incredibleeventsbend (tent, tables, chairs)

Restrooms: Plush Potty // @plushpotty   

Golf Carts: High Desert Golf Carts

Transportation: NW Navigator

DJ: Chris Dudley

Michael & Daveen - Washougal, WA

Michael and Daveen’s wedding was nothing short of magical! Daveen is a master detail planner, and had her complete wedding day envisioned as soon as she met Michael. Granted, many of those details changed over the years, but every detail of their day was absolutely radiant all the same. Daveen’s vision truly came to life in every ounce of the day - florals, table settings, ceremony arch, dessert table, jewelry, attire, etc.

However, no amount of beautiful detail can beat the authentic, magical love between these two. The respect, adoration, and love for each other is something special. Michael and Daveen, I love your love! Thank you for choosing me to capture such a monumental day in a new chapter of your love story. Thank you for inspiring us all with the passion, romance, and deep love that you two share. I am honored to call you guys’ friends and can’t wait to see what the future holds for you. xox

Venue: Creekside Estate & Vineyard

Catering: Delicious Dishes

Bartending: Main Event Sports Grill

Florals: Your Flower Friends

Photography: Jane & Co Photography

Hair/Makeup: Lindsey with Powder Inc Beauty

Restrooms: Royal Throne Restroom

Bridal Gown: The White Dress

Bridesmaid Dresses: David's Bridal

Men's Attire: Men's Wearhouse

Brianne & Dylan

We got blessed with a beautiful, sunny November afternoon for Brianne and Dylan’s engagement session. I made them hike a bit more than they probably anticipated, but they were troopers!

What I love about Dylan and Brianne is how much they laugh together. Even a serious conversation will somehow turn into laughter with these two. Dylan loves Brianne with every bit of him. He smiles at the sight of her smile, and holds her hand or wraps his arms around her whenever he can. I hardly even had to guide them in posing because they were already so cute and always wrapped up in each other! It’s evident these two were made for each other.

Dylan and Brianne, thank you so much for choosing me as your photographer. I loved getting to know you guys more at your engagement session and I am beyond excited to continuing celebrating your love at your wedding!

Paul & Sarah

Paul and Sarah met via phone call at the age of 14. Sarah, living in the Pacific Northwest, had an elementary school girlfriend that moved away to Columbus, Ohio, whom she kept in touch with throughout the years. One day, Sarah’s girlfriend had her friend, Paul, over. Cue cupid as Sarah heard a mysteriously handsome voice of a stranger on the phone and instantly fell in love. These two teenagers, complete strangers, chatted on the phone a few times and then met for the very first time when Sarah traveled to visit her girlfriend in Ohio and went to a church camp that Paul also somehow showed up at. As Sarah’s mom says, “it was young love, but it was meant to be.”

Life took them different directions, and both entered into other long term relationships throughout high school and college. God had a different plan though, as he brought them back together years later by rekindling their relationship over a flirty social media interaction.

These two certainly have a special and unique love story. It is evident that they were designed specifically for each other because of how perfectly they balance each other, encourage each other, and simply love each other. Their love inspires me. Their dedication to building and maintaining their relationship from so may miles apart, motivates me in my own long distance relationship. Distance is HARD, and these two have fully conquered it with a lot of persistence, and a whole lot of love.

Their love story is something out of a fairytale, so it was fitting that their wedding was no different. Sarah has an eye for beautiful design, and everything she envisioned truly came to life on their wedding day. Surrounded by the beauty of the Pacific Northwest and Mt. Hood, they exchanged the sweetest vows to each other in front of all of their dearest friends and family, toasted to a future of loving each other forever, and danced the night away under the stars.

Sarah and Paul, thank you so much for choosing me to capture all of the special moments throughout your day. I felt truly inspired all day, and I know I wasn’t the only one, because your guys’ love story touches us all. With such a solid foundation you’ve built, I know your marriage will be the highest priority of your hearts, and with that, you can guys can conquer anything together. Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Farler!

Venue: Gorge Crest Vineyard 

Floral: Molly Ryan Floral 

Photographer: Ava Maria Photo 

Hair and Makeup: Powder Inc 

DJ: Jesse Espinoza 

Signage: Letters and Dust 

Ceremony Music (Vocals): Sonja Einerson

Cake: Sweetheart St. John’s 

S’mores: Nineteen27 S’mores

Dress: The White Dress (Stella York)

Bridesmaid Dresses: Revelry 

Flower Girl Dresses: Joyfolie

Caterer and Cocktails: Celilo

Justin & Courtney - Woodland, WA

Justin and Courtney are a laid-back, loving, friendly, and outgoing couple. They are passionate about their pups, they are adored by their friends, they love to have a good time, and they ‘ain’t afraid of a little booty grab ;) Their wedding day was a perfect reflection of them, as their day started off with a relaxing morning for the girls getting ready at the barn, and the fellas showing up with Justin and Courtney’s pups mid afternoon. It was a beautiful, sunny day!

We started off with Courtney’s first look with her dad. It was truly something special, the look on his face was priceless when he saw his daughter on her wedding day, and the tears did not stop flowing. Shortly after that, Courtney and Justin got to see each other for the first time and then we wandered around the lovely property of the Peterson’s Red Barn with their whole bridal party. They certainly had a fun group of friends!

One of my favorite parts of their day was cocktail hour. Everyone enjoyed sipping cocktails from their adorable bar, Blue Stag Mobile bar, while playing lawn games and enjoying each other’s company. They had a great playlist going in the background, and it was just a lovely setting.

My absolute favorite part of the day though was golden hour, and not just because the light was pretty. Golden hour on Justin and Courtney’s wedding day of course included some epic portraits with just the two of them frolicking out in the open field as husband and wife! But, then we also came back to their whole party being back outside, having left the dance floor, to play drinking games at sunset. Justin and Courtney delightfully joined in. We ended golden hour with some girl squad pics. Love me a good group of girlfriends that will kick their shoes off and run around an open field, swaying their dresses, hugging each other, and enjoying the beauty of true friendship.

Court and Justin, your wedding was TOO fun! I enjoyed being a part of and soaking up every bit of it, just as much as I enjoyed capturing every moment of it. Thank you for including me on your wedding day, I feel blessed to know you guys and consider you friends as well!
Your unique love is so fun for me to capture and I hope to get to do so for many years to come. Cheers to Mr. and Mrs. Kempf!

Venue: Red Barn // Woodland, WA

Bar: Blue Stag Mobile Bar

Florals: Thistle and Fern

DJ: Bust A Move

Rentals: LGS Event Rentals

Catering: Famous Dave’s

Cake: Nana’s Tiny Cakes

Bridal Dress: The White Dress // Portland

Bridesmaid Dresses: Show Pony Group

Groomsmen Attire: Men’s Warehouse

Alex & Avery || THE COLBERSONS

This is, by far, my favorite wedding film that I have every created. It took a long time to craft, but that's because I needed it to be absolutely the best it could possibly be. Alex and Avery are such an inspiring couple because of the way they love each other and the way they love others. I needed this film to accurately reflect that. I wanted to tell their wedding day story (and love story) in a way that truly captivates and inspires others with the depth of their love. They set an incredible example of what having a solid foundation in their relationship looks like, they set a wonderful example of resilience, and they set a strong example of what love is. 

Because of this, their wedding was the most epic wedding ever. They are SO abundantly loved by SO many people, and all of those people have been waiting for this day for a long, long time. They met in the 5th grade. Alex loved her the moment he saw her but it took a few years of growing individually and then reconnecting to get to ask her on a an official date, in high school. In Avery's words, after that first date - they spent every single day together from then on. Fast forward 10 years, and it is their wedding day.

All of their friends, parents, and siblings had such charming things to say about them - you'll have to watch the whole film to see what I mean! You can imagine with the amount of years that these two have already spent together, there were countless amounts of stories to be shared followed by endless laughter and tears.

It’s not surprising that “The Colby System” that their friends came up with, somehow relates to loving people, in each of the steps. Community, Open to letting their friends into their family, Loyalty, Be There, and Y… “Y” Gabe and all the rest of us look up to them so much.

As Gabe says in the film, they are that couple that we all truly look up to.

I am both humbled and grateful that I was able to capture this extraordinary day for you guys, Alex and Avery. I hope that you are able to completely re-live all of the incredible moments that enfolded on this day, that defined one of the greatest chapters in your book! 

Venue: Adeline Farms

Photographer: Shelby Payne

Florals: Your Flower Friends

Nick & Kristen - Seattle, WA

If anyone can make it through all 4 years at WSU together, they can make it through anything! That’s always what I thought, at least, knowing the rowdy reputation of that college. However, knowing Kristen and Nick - you can see how effortless their love is. They simply love everything about each other, and you can see it in the way they look at each other. I admire the amount of respect they have for each other, which is evident when they talk of one another. Their love is clearly one that SO many people are inspired by, too. Their friend group (bridal party), was one of a kind, they all made me feel like another friend in the friend group. So basically, these two made it out of WSU with not only their soulmate, but the most epic support group of friends, too!

They are so loved.

Their wedding was definitely one to remember! My favorite moments included watching Kristen get ready with her girlfriends, the wonderful ceremony done by one of my best friend’s dads, the llamas at cocktail hour, and their first dance to Edwin Mccain, “I’ll Be.”

Kristen and Nick surprised their entire group of guests by bringing out llamas during cocktail hour. Nobody had any idea, not even their parents or bridal party! The amount of shock and smile that lit up everyone’s faces was priceless. Who knew people loved llamas so much?!

The first dance was definitely the most memorable one I’ve ever seen. As they started swaying to the beautiful, “I’ll Be” (a song that I’ve been waiting 10 years for someone to have their first dance to!), everybody in the room formed a circle around them and started singing the song and swaying to the music with them. It was a moment I am sure that Kristen and Nick will remember forever. There wasn’t a dry eye in the crowd, including me!

Kristen and Nick, thank you from the bottom of my heart for choosing and trusting me to capture this day for you guys. You had the best bridal party in wedding history, and it was only a reflection of how truly kind the both of you are as individuals. I love you two together, and can’t wait to see what this new chapter of marriage brings to your lives!

Venue: Castaway
Coordinator: Marissa Klennert
Officiant: Tom Lampkin 

Florals: Copper Blossom Design
Invitations and/or Signage: minted.com
DJ: Bo Baskoro from John Ross music 
Catering: Pearl Catering
Cake: Petunias 
Bridal Dress: Bridal Exclusives
Bridesmaids Dresses: Show Me Your Mumu
Groomsmen Attire: Men’s Warehouse 
Llamas: Mtn Peaks Therapy Llamas