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Jill & Robert’s New Year’s Wedding at The Governor Hotel in Portland, Oregon

Portland Wedding Photographer - February 17, 2009

Jill and Robert were married at the sophisticated Governor Hotel, located right in the heart of downtown Portland.  A favorite spot for us! The evening started out with some getting ready photos of Jill and her bridesmaids, including Rob’s daughter.  After some formal family photos in the lobby, Jill & Robert took off for some romantic photos around the hotel.  It’s always a fun challenge …

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Oregon’s Inauguration Victory Ball at Tiffany Center by Democratic Party of Oregon

Portland Wedding Photographer - January 28, 2009

I was hoping to attend the ball when the phone rang and I was invited to cover this event at the beautiful Tiffany Center! What a coincidence! The decorations at the Tiffany Center Crystal Ballroom was by FireWorks! events. I have done couple weddings there before, but this was my first non-wedding event. As a bonus, Stolen Sweets were playing so I had a chance …

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Christine and Matthew’s Wedding at the Scenic Zenith Vineyard in Salem Oregon

Portland Wedding Photographer - November 3, 2008

Christine and Matthew were married in Salem’s Zenith Vineyard.  The vineyard was in a beautiful rural area, we even crossed the Willamette River on a ferry boat to get there, it was pretty cool.  Everything looked spectacular from the table settings and food by Vibrant Table to the flowers by Green Thumb.  The whole day was quite remarkable, especially the sunset over the vineyards.   …

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Sarah and Patrick at McMenamins Edgefield Blackberry Hall

Portland Wedding Photographer - October 27, 2008

Sarah and Patrick had a lovely wedding  at the beautiful Blackberry Hall. The day started with a little oops when Patrick, on his quest for some pear brandy and whiskey broke some glasses at the McMenamins store, but that was the only misstep during the whole day. Everything ran smoothly, there were lots of dancing and everybody enjoyed the good times! I also have to …

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Ada and Brad at the Governor Hotel

Portland Wedding Photographer - October 24, 2008

Ada and Brad had a very unique wedding, starting at the First Baptists Church in Portland, and then moving to Governor Hotel Heritage Ballroom. They had around 400 fun guests. Ada had three dresses for the various events, such as the tea ceremony – a traditional white dress, a red dress and a pink dress.  Their wedding place cards were golf themed.  The table decorations …

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Mary and Chris’ Wedding at Wine Country Farms

Portland Wedding Photographer - October 14, 2008

Mary and Chris’s tied the knot at beautiful Wine Country Farms in Dayton, middle of Oregon wine country! Their ceremony was at St. Peter Catholic Church at Newberg. The weather was gorgeous, and lots of friends, old and new attended the wedding. Their wedding planner was Amy from Blush Bridal and thanks to her team, everything ran smoothly. The couple traveled between Wine Country Farm …

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Anna and Brian’s Wedding at Oregon Golf Club

Portland Wedding Photographer - September 27, 2008

One of the more popular themes in Oregon is a golf club wedding. Anna and Brian tied the knot at Oregon Golf Club. It was a beautiful day with views of Mt. Hood! Anna and Brian took private dance classes and showed off their moves at their first dance. They ended their dance with a great dip (picture below). As a dancer myself, I really …

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