oregon summer wedding at the cutest church EVER!

Here's some of my favorites from Melissa and Mark's wedding.

This hanger was a cute detail.

This church has been important to Mark's family for generations. 

His great grandparents are buried in the surrounding cemetery.

The reception was held a short drive away at the Grand Lodge in Forest Grove, Oregon.

You can't go wrong with a few props to keep the kiddos busy. :)

I could do a whole post of just mustachio shots but this one takes the cake.  She was just sitting at an empty table goofing around by herself.  I love how unselfconscious kids are. 

This sweet couple stole my heart! Both are pastors and obviously full of life.

Not every wedding has their own AC/DC cover band to end the night with!  

Wow, these guys kicked the party right up!   

Now, that's a happy married couple enjoying their wedding!

Congrats Melissa and Mark!

portland family portraits: love love lovey

I went to high school with pretty momma, Hayley. Back in the day, we were softball mavens together but I haven't seen her since our 10 yr.  I was tickled to be able to shoot her with sweet hubby and little one, Althea.  

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i got published! well, bloglished... by the english dept

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This was a great wedding to shoot. The sun and the smiles were out in full force! 

 Girls got ready at the Heathman Hotel downtown Portland first

and then everyone met up at one of my favorite venues (and i swear they don't pay me to say that) hoyt arboretum.  I love shooting here because it's a rural feel right in the city.

succulents and rings and sunshine are bffs

     it was a quick drive to south park seafood restaurant for a lively and delish reception.

  congrats to sarah and paul!  thanks for having me as your photographer and I will see you for newborn shots very soooooon!

coming soon....the wedding of jen and dan

just a little sneak at jen and dan's wedding...for all those waiting.

portland family photography

these guys rocked it, all adorable and smiley. i had it easy! 

i'm already looking forward to next time with you three!

let the sun shine in!

just sharing...  as i edit beautiful wedding moments.  :)  sara

welcome little rosemary: portland infant photography

10 days new!

all photos taken with love by www.saravandepasphotography.com