This season, I hope that you're surrounded by people who love you for you, whether they're there physically or in spirit. And if not, know that I'm thinking of you with empathy and not derision.
Beautiful photos from Brendan and Kedeem's wedding way out in the gorge. It was a privilege to witness these people be in love.
This celebration felt less like a traditional wedding and more like a gathering of chosen family in the woods underneath Mt. Hood. With camping all around, families mixing with friends, a live band, and even a designated "chill zone" where guests could relax with their dogs, every element reflected the couple's authentic approach to both love and celebration.
Rather than directing posed moments, I allowed the genuine connections to unfold naturally. The resulting images capture not just the ceremony, but the community that surrounds this couple - people dancing without inhibition, kids running through the forest, quiet conversations by the fire.
When couples choose to celebrate in ways that truly reflect who they are rather than following predetermined traditions, something extraordinary happens. The love becomes tangible, the joy infectious, and the photographs ring true because they document real experiences rather than performed ones.
These images preserve not just a wedding day, but a testament to building community around authentic love.
