The Donway Family!

I recently went to the coast to photograph the fabulous Donways in their favorite location - Pacific City! We battled the cold, rain and wind and despite the dreary weather, everyone seemed to have fun - good sports all around! Speaking of sports, this clan is all about the Red Socks as you'll see... AND the final game of the world series was being played the afternoon of our session! I was rooting for the Angels, unfortunately for me. We all know how that one ended! Anyway, I had a blast with this family. If you recognize them it's because Cari was one of my brides - she and PJ were married at the fabulous Pelican Pub last December! And now she's not only a client but a dear friend! Cari and Ali, thanks so much - enjoy your Slideshow!

Dress Trashing Fun

What do you get when you mix six hot knotties (girls active on theknot.com), wedding dresses, downtown Portland, rain, fountains, fire engines and Voodoo doughnuts? Check out this cool Slideshow and you'll see! Thanks SOOOOOOO much ladies, I had a blast... you guys are absolutely fabulous! Cheers!

Baby Joon & Kern!

It's hard to believe little Joon is nearly four months old! (Here's her birth story Slideshow.) I had the privilege of photographing Joon and her brother Kern in their home a few weeks back and we had a blast. Joon is a beauty and oh-so-sweet... and Kern is a fabulous big brother - he loves to hold Joon and kiss her! Jyoti and Manu, your family is so lovely! Thank you very much - hope to see you again soon. Happy Holidays! Here's your Slideshow!

Away from the studio and Thanksgiving...

I'm heading off to California to visit friends and family for Thanksgiving - looking so forward to quality time with loved ones! I depart early tomorrow (yikes, in just a few hours and I haven't even thought about packing!!) and return late the 26th. Back in action on the 27th... watch for lots of blog updates that week! While in California, my sister Claire and I are hosting a shower for our sister Jen, who's getting married next summer in Reno! Yes, I'm photographing, and yes I'm also a co-maid of honor! Lucky for me I have amazing photographer friends so I know for sure I'll have a killer second shooter covering the ceremony for me while I'm standing up for my sister! Anyway, here are two photos of the fabulous Jen and her awesome husband-to-be, Dave!

Happy Thanksgiving!!! I know I sure have a lot to be thankful for - my list is long but includes good health, amazing friends (new, lifelong and somewhere in-between), a fabulous career which I love, awesome family, new beginnings, computers, Canon 5Ds and L-Series Lenses, blogs, slideshows, wonderful clients, coffee, my VitaMix, my Subaru, my craftsman house, my electric blanket, old photographs, childhood memories... I could go on and on....

Happy Birthday, Brianna!

Darling Brianna turned one in October and I'm so glad I was able to photograph her princess party! It was pink, sweet and oh-so-fun! This little one has the most charming personality... Thanks so much, Brandi and Josh, hope to see you guys soon! Enjoy the Slideshow!

Emily + Brett

Emily and Brett are beautiful inside and out and working with them has been such a pleasure! They were married at the Portland Temple August 24th - a beautiful day - and their reception was held at Persimmon Golf Course. I loved so many elements of this day - the gorgeous light we had at the golf course, the baby blue and chocolate brown color scheme, St. Cupcake cupcakes (enough said!), stunning flowers, Brett's song to Emily (written and performed by Brett - it was the sweetest!)... the list goes on. Thanks so much, you two! Enjoy your Slideshow!