Erin & JB tied the knot on Mt.Hood at the MOST LOVELY B&B I've ever been to. This carefree couple had a lovely outdoor ceremony/photos/first dance, and then everyone was happy to run inside a barn when the rain came to keep the party jumping! I've posted a few favorites on Flickr (& LOADS more on my facebook.com/SoManyMoments). Check 'em out! :)
Friday, July 9, 2010
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Laura.
My neighbor Laura is moving out (not to worry, she'll still only be a few blocks away!) so I wanted to take advantage of her big empty space! I do a lot of my own styling/hair/make-up, and had a really great time creating this look. Sometimes shoots with friends are easier, because I know they'll just do... well, pretty much anything. It would be neat to have clients come to me occasionally and just say "Here is a giant budget! Come up with something magical! Whatever you want!" Maybe this blog post will encourage it. ;)
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Lawson.
Lawson's mama had really prepared for his shoot which made it such a breeze! She had coordinating outfits picked out and loads of ideas. It's awesome to really collaborate with my clients closely, as it ensures I'm shooting what it is they're looking for.
I love how this set has such variety; from Lawson playing in his room with his favorite toys, reading a book with mom, the dog licking his face, hanging with the parents out by the pool, and then the beach. My favorite shots are from right at the end of the shoot, when they gave him his cowboy hat. The weather turned for the best, and even though he was getting a little grumpy after a long session, I think there's something sweet about him crying in his hat and diaper on the beach. :) I really dig this set!
I love how this set has such variety; from Lawson playing in his room with his favorite toys, reading a book with mom, the dog licking his face, hanging with the parents out by the pool, and then the beach. My favorite shots are from right at the end of the shoot, when they gave him his cowboy hat. The weather turned for the best, and even though he was getting a little grumpy after a long session, I think there's something sweet about him crying in his hat and diaper on the beach. :) I really dig this set!
Daniel.
Take a hot sunny day in North Miami, add a camera in my hands, sand between my toes, and mix with lots of giggling, sliding, and swinging and you've got my shoot with Daniel! I got to catch up with my old friend Elena, Daniel's mom, while chasing around after her energetic bundle of joy. He was so much fun to shoot, as he just kept GOING! What a little mover and shaker! I'm really excited to share these! :)
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
10 Things That Make Me Happy
When I moved to drizzly Portland, OR from sunny Florida, I knew the weather patterns would be an adjustment. And so far, it hadn't really bothered me, until.... well, now. It's May and it's been raining for as many days back as I can remember. So, I've decided today I need to find the sunshine from within and focus on the things that are full of light and joy. Here are 10 things, on this rainy dreary day, that DO make me happy! :)
1.) A painting from a friend.
2.) The sound of Matt's footsteps on our creaky old wooden floors.
3.) Mailing a small unexpected gift to a friend.
4.) Homemade throw pillows.
5.) Smiling faces of loved ones every time I open the fridge.
6.) Juggling Balls that taught me to sew (still working the juggling...)
7.) Noticing the wear on my snowboard bindings, reminding myself that I really DID get to tear up the mountain all spring.
8.) Playing the Piano
9.) Booking more photo shoots and feeling so grateful to do what I love so much for a living.
10.) Seahorses!
1.) A painting from a friend.
2.) The sound of Matt's footsteps on our creaky old wooden floors.
3.) Mailing a small unexpected gift to a friend.
4.) Homemade throw pillows.
5.) Smiling faces of loved ones every time I open the fridge.
6.) Juggling Balls that taught me to sew (still working the juggling...)
7.) Noticing the wear on my snowboard bindings, reminding myself that I really DID get to tear up the mountain all spring.
8.) Playing the Piano
9.) Booking more photo shoots and feeling so grateful to do what I love so much for a living.
10.) Seahorses!
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Jenee & Jonathan.
I had a perfectly Pacific Northwestern engagement shoot over the weekend: in the RAIN! Jenee and Jonathan kept such a positive attitude and came prepared with an umbrella. We had a lovely time snapping away between the little spurts of sprinkling water from the sky. You'd think the bridge would have helped keep us dry, but no such avail.
Lucky for us, the rain DID seem to keep away a lot of other park-goers. I'm looking forward to taking their wedding photographs this fall. :)
Lucky for us, the rain DID seem to keep away a lot of other park-goers. I'm looking forward to taking their wedding photographs this fall. :)
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
What To Wear to an Engagement Shoot?
Stephanie from 'I Plan It Right' asked me answer a question she had been receiving a lot lately from new brides-to-be. "What do I wear to my engagement photo shoot?" So, she asked me to write a guest blog entry for her on the topic. I really enjoyed doing so! Check out my reply here or over on Stephanie's website http://iplanitright.com/
"What to Wear to an Engagement Shoot? "
This is your big chance to play stylist; embrace it and show your personality! To ensure your photos endure a solid shelf-life, try to stick with classic looks and avoid being too overtly trendy.
Don't be afraid to embrace color and texture. While I'm not sure who decided "classic" was a black or white shirt paired with jeans on the beach, I do know the look is looking pretty dated these days. While it's important to match, this does NOT mean you have to wear the exact same outfits. Compliment one another's outfits with the color palette you chose by dressing with each other's choices in mind.
Also, don't be afraid to bring extra options. Sometimes a change of clothes and going right around the corner can create a whole new photo shoot! Always discuss this with your photographer first, as some may charge a fee for outfit changes. This fee is likely far less than the photo shoot, and typically a good deal. You essentially can get two completely unique photo shoots for the cost of one + the fee.
You can't have too many photos or photo shoots; there are endless fun and creative ways to utilize your engagement photos. Save-The-Date magnets, custom thank you cards, a personalized guest book for the wedding day, and fresh photos for your Facebook profile or wedding website are all great ways to put those new photos to use.
The following are a few shots from recent engagement shoots I've done with couples who styled themselves beautifully and thoughtfully. They used the clothes to express their personal style and create a vibe for the photo session. For more examples, please head over to see more of my photos at http://www.SoManyMoments.com
"What to Wear to an Engagement Shoot? "
This is your big chance to play stylist; embrace it and show your personality! To ensure your photos endure a solid shelf-life, try to stick with classic looks and avoid being too overtly trendy.
Don't be afraid to embrace color and texture. While I'm not sure who decided "classic" was a black or white shirt paired with jeans on the beach, I do know the look is looking pretty dated these days. While it's important to match, this does NOT mean you have to wear the exact same outfits. Compliment one another's outfits with the color palette you chose by dressing with each other's choices in mind.
Also, don't be afraid to bring extra options. Sometimes a change of clothes and going right around the corner can create a whole new photo shoot! Always discuss this with your photographer first, as some may charge a fee for outfit changes. This fee is likely far less than the photo shoot, and typically a good deal. You essentially can get two completely unique photo shoots for the cost of one + the fee.
You can't have too many photos or photo shoots; there are endless fun and creative ways to utilize your engagement photos. Save-The-Date magnets, custom thank you cards, a personalized guest book for the wedding day, and fresh photos for your Facebook profile or wedding website are all great ways to put those new photos to use.
The following are a few shots from recent engagement shoots I've done with couples who styled themselves beautifully and thoughtfully. They used the clothes to express their personal style and create a vibe for the photo session. For more examples, please head over to see more of my photos at http://www.SoManyMoments.com
Monday, April 19, 2010
Heidi & Rick
I went out to Hillsboro Sunday morning to take photos with Heidi, Rick, and their adorable dog Ginger in their lovely home. Our concept was '50's housewife'; little did I know how amazing her home would be for the shoot. Between breaking eggs in the kitchen and dancing around the living room the dog got a little love and I had a blast capturing it all on the camera!
I can't WAIT for their wedding in just a couple short weeks! More Heidi and Rick magic to come!
I can't WAIT for their wedding in just a couple short weeks! More Heidi and Rick magic to come!
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Adrienne & Matt
Matt and I flew back to FL end of last month to photograph Adrienne & Matt's beautiful wedding. What a fun time! I went to high school with some of the girls, so it was lovely to see familiar faces.
Adrienne & Matt's wedding was also particularly interesting because rather then abiding by just Christian or Jewish traditions, they had a melting pot wedding, celebrating traditions from both. Including the hora, a chair dance, at the end of the wedding which I've ALWAYS wanted to photograph!
As far as sharing the photos, I tried something a little different this wedding. Rather then posting just the best few on Flickr, I decided to share nearly 200 photos all on the So Many Moments Facebook page. To see the wedding from delightful beginning to hilarious end, please head over to http://facebook.com/SoManyMoments and check out the 3 albums for Adrienne & Matt's celebration! If you see anyone you know, please tag them for me! I'd love to share these photos with everyone who was there. Thanks! :)
Adrienne & Matt's wedding was also particularly interesting because rather then abiding by just Christian or Jewish traditions, they had a melting pot wedding, celebrating traditions from both. Including the hora, a chair dance, at the end of the wedding which I've ALWAYS wanted to photograph!
As far as sharing the photos, I tried something a little different this wedding. Rather then posting just the best few on Flickr, I decided to share nearly 200 photos all on the So Many Moments Facebook page. To see the wedding from delightful beginning to hilarious end, please head over to http://facebook.com/SoManyMoments and check out the 3 albums for Adrienne & Matt's celebration! If you see anyone you know, please tag them for me! I'd love to share these photos with everyone who was there. Thanks! :)
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Jena.
Another trip to Florida, and another maternity shoot! I think there's something in the water down there.... ;)
Jena was adorable. She laughs at the drop of a hat, which is impossible not to love. This was a lovely quick shoot set up in her nursery-to-be. We kept it simple, classic, and timeless... for the most part! There is another photo from this series where she is wrapped in a zebra print fabric that I'm still not finished with! What's a shoot without a little flair? But for now, I just wanted to share these.
I've been really enjoying the family themed jobs lately, maybe I should market myself for that more... If you know anyone, keep me in mind! :)
Jena was adorable. She laughs at the drop of a hat, which is impossible not to love. This was a lovely quick shoot set up in her nursery-to-be. We kept it simple, classic, and timeless... for the most part! There is another photo from this series where she is wrapped in a zebra print fabric that I'm still not finished with! What's a shoot without a little flair? But for now, I just wanted to share these.
I've been really enjoying the family themed jobs lately, maybe I should market myself for that more... If you know anyone, keep me in mind! :)
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Kalle & her cat.
I had a shoot yesterday with my friend Kalle to get some fresh shots to submit into a contest I really want to enter. According to the website yesterday, I only had 5 more days before the deadline, but today it's been extended it to APRIL! *sigh* I don't know if they just didn't get enough submissions or anything they really liked but, it's a bit disappointing because now I know once I submit my competition will be ten fold.
Regardless, it was a great shoot! Kalle has never modeled before so she was really fun to photograph. Being an event coordinator, she's extremely creative. My favorite shots she's wearing a blanket tied with a belt balancing on her grandfather's milking stool in her side yard! I think we collaborated well. It's not what you have, it's how you use it! :)
Regardless, it was a great shoot! Kalle has never modeled before so she was really fun to photograph. Being an event coordinator, she's extremely creative. My favorite shots she's wearing a blanket tied with a belt balancing on her grandfather's milking stool in her side yard! I think we collaborated well. It's not what you have, it's how you use it! :)
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Bride's Choice Award 2010!
Portland, OR – February 2, 2010 - WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding technology company, just announced So Many Moments has been selected to receive the WeddingWire 2010 Bride’s Choice Awards™ for wedding photography!
The annual Bride’s Choice Awards recognizes and celebrates excellence in quality and service within the wedding industry, as determined by recent reviews and extensive surveys from over 500,000 newlyweds.
So Many Moments is among the top five percent of all vendors in the WeddingWire community, which includes over 100,000 wedding professionals across the US and Canada. Awards were given to winners across 19 different service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers.
“We are excited to recognize and honor the success of the top wedding professionals within the WeddingWire Community” said Timothy Chi, WeddingWire’s Chief Executive Officer. “The annual Bride’s Choice Awards program has given us the unique opportunity to highlight the best wedding professionals in each region as reviewed by brides and grooms who have utilized their services in the past year.”
We are happy to announce that So Many Moments is among the very best wedding photographers within the WeddingWire Network, which includes WeddingWire and Martha Stewart Weddings. We would like to thank our past newlyweds for nominating us for the 2010 Bride’s Choice Awards.
For more information, please visit our WeddingWire Storefront today at http://WeddingWire.com/SoManyMoments.
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Shawna & Chris
Shawna & Chris may be Orlando's sweetest couple. They were married right before Christmas in Orlando, FL After exchanging vows with a sunset ceremony they danced the night away. And not just any dancing, this group really knew how to move! Maybe I need to freshen up on my ballroom and swing dancing skills, the whole bridal party looked like pros. And I especially loved the little girls wearing bright purple sparkly shoes to match the bridesmaid's dresses! Too cute.
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Tara.
While I was in Florida this month, I had the opportunity to photograph soon-to-be mama Tara. Our schedules left us to shoot on a day with a forecast thick with torrential thunderstorms through the afternoon, so we opted to get an earlier start. Despite our best scheduling efforts we couldn't beat the rain clouds, but gladly accepted the small breaks in the weather to take her maternity photos.
On the plus side, it kept the beaches clear of tourists and families, leaving us with plenty of welcomed privacy. And Tara was lovely to photograph, while the clouds permitted it. ;)
On the plus side, it kept the beaches clear of tourists and families, leaving us with plenty of welcomed privacy. And Tara was lovely to photograph, while the clouds permitted it. ;)
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Giovanna.
Between my neighbors changing over their laundry and locking up their bicycles, Giovanna quickly stripped down in my basement for this sexy little photo shoot! The location proved to have more foot traffic then I'd anticipated, but I like the way it photographed (& it kept us on our toes!)
Giovanna has a variety of tattoos, but the flowers down her left side are what inspired this series of non-revealing nude portraits (is that an oxymoron?) ;) When she asked me to take her portrait as a surprise Christmas gift for the guy she's seeing, I already had this shot planned out.
Now that the holidays have passed, she's given me the go-ahead to post away! (He loved the gift by the way! YAY!)
Keep this in mind ladies! Valentine's Day is drawing near... ;)
Giovanna has a variety of tattoos, but the flowers down her left side are what inspired this series of non-revealing nude portraits (is that an oxymoron?) ;) When she asked me to take her portrait as a surprise Christmas gift for the guy she's seeing, I already had this shot planned out.
Now that the holidays have passed, she's given me the go-ahead to post away! (He loved the gift by the way! YAY!)
Keep this in mind ladies! Valentine's Day is drawing near... ;)
Monday, December 7, 2009
Erin & Daniel.
MY WINNERS!!! Erin won the free engagement shoot from the Perfect Wedding Guide Bridal show!
We set out yesterday, in the bitter cold, to take a few shots with her groom-to-be Daniel and one giant balloon. This couple was a blast to photograph, even in the windy frigid conditions. They just played and interacted with each other so well; and the balloon helped keep them busy too of course!
And how cute is THIS: they had done their homework by watching the Friends episode where Monica and Chandler try to take an engagement photo! What a well prepared couple! :)
We set out yesterday, in the bitter cold, to take a few shots with her groom-to-be Daniel and one giant balloon. This couple was a blast to photograph, even in the windy frigid conditions. They just played and interacted with each other so well; and the balloon helped keep them busy too of course!
And how cute is THIS: they had done their homework by watching the Friends episode where Monica and Chandler try to take an engagement photo! What a well prepared couple! :)
The Ripka Fam!
Let me start by saying Lily has one super cool mom! Shannon has come up with such creative ideas for our two shoots together. It's really lovely to collaborate, as it assures me I'm taking the types of photos the family really wants to have. It's also incredible to see how much Lily has changed since our last shoot, in just a few short months! (I suppose this is the way with babies!)
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Bridal Show
The Perfect Wedding Guide bridal show at the Heathman Hotel was a great success! My amazing neighbor Caitlin tagged along to help out for the day. We had a lot of fun showing brides-to-be my new sample album and passing out the spankin' new So Many Moments brochures. And most exciting of all, I had a give away for a FREE engagement shoot which went to Erin Wagner! I'm looking forward to the shoot! In the mean time, here are a couple shots of Caitlin and I manning the booth at the show!
Friday, November 6, 2009
Desiree & Eric
Our friends Desiree & Eric got hitched in West Palm Beach and we were there to capture all the action! Please head over to their Flickr set to view their wedding photos!
Ashley & Brandon.
We're shooting Ashley & Brandon's wedding come January, but in the mean time we had a great engagement shoot up in Hood River! Check out my Flickr set for MORE photos!
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