Sister Thyme | Portland, Oregon Fine Art & Fashion Photography

Before the holidays I did a shoot with Sister Thyme, a super talented model and artist in Portland. I was even more excited when Dream Factory Magazine contacted me about using my work for their 3rd issue and this shoot was perfect for it! You can order the issue here! There's also a sneak peek of the spread at the end of this post, so be sure to check it out :). I love the Holga and polaroid images from this shoot, they perfectly captured the essence of Sister Thyme. You should also take a look at Sister Thyme's portfolio when you get a chance. Lots of inspiring work!

Assistant: Charlotte Strange (amazing work as well!)

All polaroids taken using Impossible Project PX 600 Cool - Silver Shade

All holga images taken using a Holga FN with Fuji Neopan Acros 100 - All Double Exposures created in-camera.

Year in Review - 2013 - Portland, Oregon Fine Art & Wedding Photography

2013 surprised me in countless ways. I met tons of crazy talented people and took part in a lot of seriously awesome projects. I'd have to say I learned more in 2013 than ever before and I can only hope that 2014 will be the same... but with a little bit less stress (a girl can dream!). I traveled all over Oregon this year, and even ventured all the way to Seattle! And even though this year took a toll on me physically and mentally, I have a good feeling that this year will be better. It only seems right to share my favorite photos from this past year and to take a look back at all of the amazing people I met and projects I was a part of. The support from my family and friends has been unbelievable during my time in Portland so far. I was published for the first time ever in Coco Bride's Premier Bridal Issue, soon followed by my work appearing in Dream Factory Magazine, Lost Freedom Magazine, Blur Magazine, Chic Magazine and Substream Magazine (as a model)! I was featured on some amazing online blogs such as For Awesome People , Paper + Lace, On a Bicycle Built for Two, 4Real Equality Weddings and a few more.   I have a tendency to look too far ahead in the future instead of enjoying the moment and if it weren't for my family & friends, I would have leaped off a cliff in hopes of uncovering the next step in my life. Or just literally leaped off a cliff. My goal for 2014 is to be present. To stop contemplating what my life would be like if I were somewhere else doing something else. To continue to build relationships with the friends I've made so far. To be patient, calm and happy. To get out of my head and into the world.

Jill & Peter's Wedding | PDX Wedding Photography

Jill & Peter's Wedding in Portland, Oregon was the last one of the year. It was such a great, low-key way to end the season. It's been an insane year, and I'm back in Virginia visiting family and preparing for next season. I've already met with some amazing clients and I have a feeling that some beautiful opportunities are on the horizon. Jill & Peter's wedding took place at a family barn that they cleaned and decorated just for the occasion. It looked as beautiful as all of the wedding venues I've been to this year. They did an incredible job! The wedding was small, intimate and exactly how I'd like my own wedding to be. Everyone was there to relax and spend a lovely evening with family. There was no stress, no time constraints, just love. Seriously, it was so perfect.

Congratulations, Jill & Peter! They also just had a baby, which you will see in some of the photos. So adorable!