Matt + Jo An at Five Pines Lodge

It makes me so very happy to finally be sharing this beautiful couple's wedding! Matt and Jo An were married earlier this month in a ceremony at Sisters' Five Pine Lodge. With both the bride's and the groom's families traveling from out of town to attend the wedding, their day was truly a celebration amongst their closest friends and family. I first met these two when we took their engagement pictures in Southern California late last year. I remember spending the afternoon walking around San Juan Capistrano thinking about just how excited I was for their wedding in Oregon. Fast forward a few months and we had finally arrived at the day when, after nearly a decade of dating, Matt and Jo An said I Do. I know no bride dreams of rain on her wedding day, but when dramatic storms threatened to change Jo An's plans for an outdoor ceremony, this girl handled it with a smile. Together Matt + Jo An patiently waited for the fleeting Central Oregon thunderstorm to pass by before, determined to say their vows beneath the towering pines of Sisters, scurrying to dry chairs, move guests, and set up a ceremony in record time. And just as they began to walk down the aisle the sun peaked above the clouds and covered their wedding in the most beautiful rays of light. Their day was truly perfect and I felt so lucky to get to be the one photographing their story!

After the ceremony Matt + Jo An carved out a significant portion of time for us to travel to the mountains for photos. The storm clouds parted and provided the most stunning backdrop for pictures. Selfishly I couldn't have been more thrilled to have these two beautiful people, and those big gorgeous mountains, to myself for the evening!

Ty + Gina in Salem Oregon

I’d be lying if I said it wasn’t a little bittersweet to be blogging Ty + Gina’s wedding today. Over the course of the past few months Colton has heard me say time and time (and time) again that I’ve loved working with these two. As far as clients go, I couldn’t ask for better people to get to spend my summer emailing and timeline writing and venue walk-though-ing with. Their wedding day and their vows and their friends, families and bridal party were all as good as it gets when it comes to weddings. Being completely honest, I’m at a little bit of a loss now that their wedding day is no longer triple-circled on my calendar, with hearts around it. Throughout the planning process Gina was so calm and relaxed and put together. Her wedding wasn’t full of frivolous details that held no meaning for her and Ty, but rather it was full of gorgeous flowers, good wine, and only her favorite people. It was set against an incredible backdrop of Oregon farmland and tall oak trees and it embodied everything a warm summer evening should.

Gina, please get married again. It’s the only way I can come to terms with the fact that you’re now officially Mrs. Levin and I can’t spend all summer dreaming of your wedding day. A thousand thank-you’s to you and Ty for letting me capture your day. From start to finish it was a dream and given the opportunity I wouldn’t change a single thing about it. You make a truly stunning couple and I’m over the moon with joy for you guys! Happy forever and eva and eva!

lovelovelove, M.

Purple Ribbon Ceremony Backdrop

Purple Ribbon Ceremony Backdrop

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Romantic Oregon Weddding in Salem

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Lavender Wedding in the Oregon Woods

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Lavender Bridesmaids at Oregon Wedding

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Natural Oregon Outdoor Wedding

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Outdoor Oregon Wedding Photographer

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Bridal Party in the Oregon Woods

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Colorful Outdoor Oregon Wedding in the Woods

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Natural and Organic Oregon Wedding

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Purple Bridesmaids Dresses at Oregon Wedding

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Oregon Wedding Photos in the Woods

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Lavender and Gray Bridal Party

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Happy Bridal Party at Oregon Wedding

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This moment may take the cake for my very favorite father-daughter picture.

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Romantic Oregon Summer Wedding

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Grey Suits at Oregon Wedding

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I think Noella had a little crush on the groomsmen...

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Long Bridesmaid Dresses at Oregon Outdoor Wedding

Long Bridesmaid Dresses at Oregon Outdoor Wedding

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Outdoor Oregon Summer Wedding

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Oregon Wedding in the Woods of Salem

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After the reception Ty + Gina let me steal them away for a few last photos in the field. A gorgeous couple, a gorgeous sunset, and a gorgeous wedding made me wish this day never had to end...

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Venue :: Blackhawk Estates Catering :: Wild Pear Hair :: Ally Masten Makeup :: Mihja Swanson, NARS Videographer :: Niswender Films Florist :: Buena Vista Cake :: Anjali Wynkoop (at Culinary Institute of Portland) Dress :: Pronovias Bridesmaids Dress :: Forever 21 Tuxes :: Men’s Wearhouse Event Rental :: A-Z Rentals Stationery :: Etsy

Josh + Darla at Suttle Lake Lodge

I know I’ve been raving and gushing about this year’s weddings, but I really truly do feel blessed to be working with the brides + grooms that I am this summer. I don’t know how it happened, but I genuinely love spending time with each of these couples. They’re people who, without weddings or pictures or pretty white dresses, I’d like to hang out with on a regular basis. Josh and Darla are no exception to this group and I could not have been more excited to document their wedding at the Lodge at Suttle Lake. My favorite part about this day was just how intimate and personal it was. With most of their guests coming in from out of state, Josh and Darla made a point of celebrating not just their marriage but also the family and friends who had brought them to this point. Their ceremony was touching and their toasts were tearjerkers, but it all made for the most beautiful day of celebrating their love. I felt so truly lucky to be the one documenting their story.

An hour before the ceremony was set to begin the unpredictable Central Oregon weather showed up for an extra dramatic storm. Despite having to move things inside at the last minute, Darla was all smiles on her wedding day.

Venue :: The Lodge at Suttle Lake Coordinator :: JoAnna Howard at Suttle Lake Resort (I cannot say enough about JoAnna. She's a joy to be around and an incredible professional!) Assistant Photographer :: Josselyn Peterson Hair + Make-Up :: Lori Tompos Videographer :: Captured Memories