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Styled shoots are one of the best ways to explore a wedding venue and build portfolio content, and this September shoot at Ainsworth House & Gardens was absolutely stunning. Located in Oregon City, this historic estate offers multiple ceremony locations, gorgeous gardens, and elegant indoor spaces that make it perfect for couples seeking a romantic […]

Elopements, Portland Locations, Weddings

January 1, 2026

Styled Wedding at Ainsworth House & Gardens: Oregon City Wedding Venue Inspiration

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As a photographer interested in shooting weddings, one of the best ways to build content is by attending styled shoots. Kate at Styled Collective Co has been putting on beautiful styled shoots throughout the year, and I joined her for this styled elopement at Cannon Beach. An added bonus of these events is the chance […]

Elopements, Gallery, Weddings

September 7, 2025

Styled Elopement at Cannon Beach + Hug Point

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One year ago, I finally launched my Portland photography business after first trying (unsuccessfully) back in February of 2020. Yeah… clearly that didn’t work out. What started with a few free shoots and a round of fall mini sessions in Portland quickly turned into full-length family and couples sessions across Oregon, and then a full […]

Behind The Scenes, Giveaway, Milestone

July 25, 2025

One Year In: My Portland Photography Business Rebrand

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Earlier this year, a couple I’d done an engagement session for in Portland asked if I’d shoot their wedding. I was so touched—and honestly, a little nervous! I only officially started my Portland photography business in July 2024, and I had no idea what I was doing when it came to Oregon weddings. I had […]

Behind The Scenes, Couples, Elopements

July 12, 2025

My First Oregon Coast Styled Shoot: Growing as a Portland Wedding Photographer

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I’ve worked with Lyndsey at my day job for just over a year. She and her now-fiancé, Ben, came to one of my fall mini sessions in October, where we took some sweet couples photos. Fast forward a few months—and even though they were already planning their wedding for August—Ben still hadn’t officially proposed yet! […]

Couples, Engagement, Proposals

June 28, 2025

Surprise Proposal at Powell Butte: Ben & Lyndsey’s Story

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