Modern wedding and portrait photography on the West Coast and Portland area
The other day I was talking to a coworker about her upcoming wedding that she’s been planning for almost a year. “I still have 4 months left and now it feels like I’m just waiting around!” she exclaimed and then sighed. Now, I’m all for taking as long as you need for an engagement (my husband and I were engaged about 8 months before our wedding) but I love it… Keep Reading
I had so much fun with Christmas mini sessions last year, and back by popular demand, they’re back for 2018!! I can’t resist beautiful christmas trees, wonderful families and adorable Christmas outfits! Just like last year, I plan to GIVE BACK as part of the session fee. This year’s donation will help to support a few families affected by the Northern California wildfires. I can’t imagine losing my home, let… Keep Reading
They say a little rain is good luck on your wedding day, and photographers say overcast skies are perfect for photos, so this sweet couple had the perfect combination when they got married a few weeks ago at the Dundee Lodge in Gaston! I’ve so enjoyed getting to know Justin and Lorisa, an adventurous couple who met while playing cards with friends 7 years ago! They are madly in love… Keep Reading
This week is a BIG week!! Not only do I officially have a ONE year old tomorrow, but I also celebrate the birthday of another baby of mine: my business! Yes folks, it was FIVE years ago this week when I got my official business license and became established as Erin Elizabeth Photography! Excuse me while I go stuff my face full of cake. I’m so proud of how my… Keep Reading
It occured to me a few weeks ago that Katy was one of the very first people I met when I moved to Portland. She actually trained me at the job that moved me up here, and since I moved to Portland about four days before I started that job I can count her as one of the first people I met almost nine years ago. Crazy, right? While it’s… Keep Reading
It’s always amazed me how a memory, a fraction of time can stay in your mind forever, transporting you so clearly to that exact moment. Much like photographer, memories have a way to freeze time. We have thousands of moments and interactions every single day, but sometimes you can pull a memory out and it’s crystal clear, like your mind knew it needed to clear out some junk just so… Keep Reading
“Anyone can prove you existed at one time. That’s what these are for (holds up a phone) It’s our JOB to capture emotion.” Anni Graham, said recently at the Let’s Go Workshop I attended last week in Pacific City. I’m a believer in education in any field, especially one like photographer where it’s like a black hole for how much there is to learn. This industry can take a toll… Keep Reading
I suddenly panicked today when I realized it’s only 10 months until December and basically Christmas. HOW is it already March?! On the other hand, I’m glad it’s already March because I’m already over the rain for the season and we got some beautiful sunshine today in the PNW, so it got it all excited for some beautiful upcoming sessions I have planned this year! Though I have to say,… Keep Reading
Seeing as it’s almost 2018, I figure it’s time to share some of my favorites from 2017! I’d love to blame it on life with a newborn, but let’s be honest, this is par for the course every year! I’ve had so many wonderful family photography sessions this year and I get caught up in posting just a quick few on social media that I don’t blog each session as… Keep Reading
2017 has been the year of babies! Little G was so excited to make his way into the world that he showed up 6 weeks early!! Quite a scare for mom and dad, but after 4 weeks in the NICU, this little guy proved strong and mighty! I’ve known the P family for years now and it’s a delight to see them become new parents, especially since I’ll be down… Keep Reading
I’ve been wanting to share this magical GORGE-ous maternity session for some time now, so what better way to start off 2017 than with this Wahclella Falls maternity session from this past fall? Megan and Todd are nature lovers and wanted a maternity session that reflected their love for the outdoors. I’ve been dying to shoot in the Columbia River Gorge for some time now, so we picked Halloween and… Keep Reading
I’ve known the Melton’s for well..since before they officially became the Melton’s! I met Julie shortly after moving to Oregon and have watched her love story to Jason unfold, and was lucky enough to capture many moments along the way! I even did their first maternity session many years ago when they were anxiously awaiting the arrival of Connor. Well now their family is growing again and Baby Girl Melton… Keep Reading
