THOUGHTS FROM STEPH’S BRAIN
If you’re a queer couple getting married in or around the Portland, OR are or maybe you’ve been wanting to get out of your conservative town and take a little adventure to Portland…guess what. I’ve got news. For the first time in my photography career I am offering half day micro wedding & half day elopement packages in Portland, OR for 2025 only. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Read MoreAt this stage of life, love & marriage look and feel very different than what you think of when you’re a child. This was not a first marriage for either of us and we both swore we’d never marry again….and then….well, we both found something so beautiful & so special, we wanted to commit to in the most profound way we could & here we are.
Read MoreHey! We’re Sarah (she/her) & LJ (They/Them) and we’ve been together 3 years. We live in Portland, Oregon. We hiked into a beautiful waterfall and exchanged vows and solidified commitments to one another. We chose to elope and it was such a great decision. It felt like it was just the two of us having a very sacred, personal, vow exchange.
Read MoreWe met the first time at an LGBT Christian Event in Dallas. I was living in DFW at the time and I remember rushing to get there after I had gotten off of work and being so nervous. I was bummed that I wasn’t more put together as I would have liked to be and was worried of what she was going to think of me. I remember walking into the church and seeing her and my mind just froze and I couldn’t think or feel anything for the rest of the night😂 it was a feeling I have never felt before and I was determined to figure out why this women made me completely blank.
Read MoreCourthouse weddings offer an intimate and authentic way for LGBTQ+ couples to celebrate their love. These ceremonies often prioritize personal connection over grandeur, allowing couples to focus on what truly matters: their commitment to each other. The simplicity of a courthouse setting creates a relaxed atmosphere, making it a perfect choice for those who prefer to avoid the complexities of traditional wedding planning.
Read MoreA throwback to the year 2014. Some of my favorite weddings took place a decade ago so I’d like to relive them with you. Here we go…first up is Court & Suzy at their elopement in San Francisco.
Read MoreMeet B & T. I first met B back in Dallas when I hired his his company to assist me in redesigning my wedding website. I love how our collaboration came full circle after he met T. Capturing gay weddings in small, conservative towns such as Driftwood, TX holds profound significance for me. These moments represent love transcending societal norms, showcasing the courage of couples who choose to celebrate their commitment in spaces where acceptance can be sparse.
Read MoreMeet Heather & Emily [both use they/them pronouns].
They met on a hot summer day on June 5, 2019 and have been together ever since. They chose their home. In their backyard. They wanted an intimate gathering with close family & friends and had just moved in. The wedding doubled as a housewarming! Here is a little bit of their love story and a few faves from them getting ready in their home…I hope you enjoy it & click thru to see their backyard ceremony. Give them a follow & say hi to these wonderful humans. 🖤
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