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The Old Schoolhouse Newberg Wedding: Andrew & Jessica

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You know this world is pretty crazy sometimes (can I get an Amen! on that one). But in our line of work we get to see how amazing it can be when two random people can find each other amongst the crazy, busy and sometimes impossible world. Jessica & Andrew did just that. Jessica is a native Oregonian. Andrew is from South Africa. Jessica lives in Portland. Andrew lives in London. So how in the world did these two people cross paths?? A business trip brought the two to Dubai. It was there that Andrew became smitten with Jessica in a cobalt blue dress. After months of texts, phone calls and FaceTime, Andrew finally asked Jessica if she was “his girl.” These two have such dedication to each other with much of their relationship being thousands and thousands of miles apart. Ian and I couldn’t help but admire the strength that these two have. So dedicated. So strong. So perfect.

Columbia Gorge Hotel Wedding: Shelly & James

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I don’t think there is anything more meaningful than getting married in the spot that your proposal happened. That’s what Shelly & James did. Nine months prior to this day, James got down on one knee and asked Shelly to be his partner in life. And on this day Shelly & James recited some of the most beautiful and personal vows in front of their family and friends. To say that it was amazing is an understatement. Shelly & James are such a perfect fit and we were so honored they let us in to be able to capture these special moments.

Oregon Golf Club Wedding: Charlotte & Kyle

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Elegant ease. That’s what we think of when we think of Charlotte & Kyle’s wedding day. How could you not? I mean, look at Charlotte! I don’t think I have ever seen a bride look more like an Italian princess (though I am not sure she is Italian). And Kyle…does anyone else see a young Jon Hamm? Just me? So the two of them together looked impeccable on their day. But more than that, the way they are as a couple can be described as elegant ease. They just have a way of fitting together so elegantly. They are such an amazing match. We were so honored to film their day. Charlottle and Kyle, you truly are special. You are special individuals and a special couple. Thank you for letting us in. Now run off into the sunset you two!

Oregon Golf Club Wedding: Michelle & Jimmy

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Michelle & Jimmy had an impeccably planned wedding day. Though after hearing the story of their proposal we aren’t the least bit surprised. Jimmy went into epic amounts of planning. He rehearsed the day before with all the important parties involved, sent a powerpoint to the family complete with FAQs and a map & legend of the Venice area. Nothing was going to wrong for this proposal. With the guise of celebrating his sister’s birthday they enjoyed a walk on the beach. Even though she wanted to go up on the boardwalk, because Jimmy was edging her more and more into the ocean where her feet were getting wet, they stayed on the beach. Jimmy started to gaze into Michelle’s eyes and her first thought was, “what’s wrong with him?!” But once she saw his sister and another friend holding cameras and recording the moment, she knew what was happening and started crying. After she said yes, Jimmy pointed up to the pier. It was then that Michelle saw a huge sign saying “Congratulations!” and their entire family up there cheering. Nothing could be more perfect!

Special note: Big shout out to Craig at Watertown Films who helped us film this one.

Scholls Valley Lodge Hillsboro Wedding: Anna & Jim

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Anna and Jim are our kind of couple. They balance each other so perfectly and they are hilarious. They decided to throw an intimate wedding with their closest family and friends at a private estate in the hills of wine country. The wanted their day to reflect them, and boy did it. One of my favorite details of the wedding was the custom made gown & veil made by Anna’s mother. It was exquisite. But more than the details it was the overall feel of the wedding day that we loved the most. It almost felt like a family reunion. Everyone was relaxed, happy, and joyous. Definitely one of our favorite wedding days. Thank you Anna & Jim for allowing us in to get to know you guys, for being “you” and for trusting us to capture your day. It was an honor!

Creative Team

Planning: Adornment Events

Photography: Amanda K Photography

Floral: Bloomsberry Floral

Venues: Scholls Valley Lodge

Officiant: Heidi Yorkshire

DJ: Stumptown DJs

Catering: Rip City Grill

Bridal Veil Lakes Columbia River Gorge Wedding: Logan & Nynke

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In the Pacific Northwest, there is always a chance of rain. This is obviously the kind of thing that can make outdoor weddings a bit of a scary proposition. Nestled up amongst the trees in the forest, overlooking the Columbia Gorge, Nynke and Logan risked the rain, and came away as lucky as can be. The day before it rained, leaving the ground muddy, but walkable. Then the entire wedding party and the guests waited with baited breath as the hour of the ceremony approached. The sky was grey and foreboding, but as the ceremony started, the rain held. As they wrapped up their vows it sprinkled, but nothing too bad.

That’s when it came. The downpour. As the toasts were being given the sky ripped open, making it hard to even heard the toasts. Luckily they reception area was under a tent. And that is when the most gorgeous sun you can imagine broke through the grey wall of clouds. The rain continued like a fine haze to sprinkle and the sun reached its fingers across the grounds. It was stunning.

Nynke and Logan wanted to be married outdoors, in nature and with a beautiful sunset. So nature obliged.

Portland Art Museum Wedding

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We have done A LOT of weddings. But there’s always a first for everything. This was our first Persian wedding. We absolutely love learning about new cultures and how they celebrate their love. And boy do the Persians know how to celebrate. This couple had an amazing group of family and friends to help them celebrate in their love. We don’t think the dancing every stopped! Definitely a way to celebrate if you ask us.

Oregon Golf Club Wedding: Katy & Mike

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Every once in a while we connect with our couples on another level and it feels like we have known them forever. Our client soul mate, if you will. Katy & Mike are that couple. From the first moment that Katy called me, I knew this couple had something special. Katy & Mike are so well matched, contributing equal parts love and sarcasm (which happens to be my love language). And their wedding day at Oregon Golf Club did not disappoint. They took in every moment. Every. Single. One. It was an honor and a joy to watch them on this day and we couldn’t help but feel so happy that these two were getting married. We adore them! Now you watch their film and try and tell me that you don’t adore them too!

Abernethy Center Abigail’s Garden Oregon City Wedding: Jace & Mikaila

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We absolutely love a good “backyard wedding” and that’s exactly the backdrop that Abigail’s Garden at the Abernathy Center provided for Jace & Mikaila’s day. The wedding ceremony was nestled in the private garden, the reception under the amazing tent, and contra dancing & a balloon-wish send off in the field. It was their own private garden and it was perfect.

The Foundry at Oswego Pointe Wedding: Sarah & Tom

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We are so excited to finally share our first wedding we filmed up in Portland, OR. It’s our new home and we are so excited to settle our wedding roots here. We couldn’t think of a better couple to kick off our Oregon weddings than Sarah & Tom. We loved how present they were on the day off. Not afraid to let a tear roll or a laugh bellow. They weren’t afraid to show their vulnerable side and we love filming people like that. Thanks for letting us see who you are and how you experienced your day you guys!!

The creative team
Ceremony Venue: St. Clare Church
Reception Venue: The Foundry
Coordination: Leann Reece
Photography: Juan Kis of Powers Studios
Floral: Bella Bloom
DJ: Eric Wright
Cinematography: Couture Motion Pictures