VOGUE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

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I love the chemistry between a man and a woman. The romance, the energy, the intimacy-- and when, at their best, they really do pull out greatness in the other. 
  I have experienced many subjects and genres of photography  over the years, but wedding photography always draws me back. The sheer intensity, the 'once in a lifetime' nature of it, and so much diversity in one day. From details (still life), family portraits, documentary photography, food, fashion photography-- Weddings have it all. I believe Simon Sinek said it best: 
"Working hard for something we don't care about is called stress; working hard for something we love is called passion".

FAVOURITES

EXPLORE READERS

movement. motion. emotion. all in black and white. Just a hint of our session together. these inspire me.  

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Glimpses of Glamor: Sarah

It was with the utmost thoughtfulness, the sincerest love and devotion, the truest measure of overwhelming kind-hearted concern that lead our dear hero Husby, to write this missive to his wifey: “Half serious, half-joking. For sleeping Tyranasaurus Rexs ;-D” accompanied by this photograph: Yes, dear faithful readers, it comes complete with ear holes.  While Husby […]

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The Advents of Husby Wifey: T-Rex In Bed

It’s hard to believe that just 20 minutes from downtown Portland you can enter another world. The ethereal country-side beauty of the rural Oregon is unlike any other. As I was driving to Helvetia, I just wanted to hop out of my car and walk the rest of the way…it’s so beautiful. Needless to say, […]

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Helvetia Community Church Wedding: Peter + Heather

Thumbtack is an easy way to receive referrals or requests for photography services. I have catered my to exclusively send me notifications for wedding and boudoir work. Why? Because that is the only type of work I accept 😀    

Marketing & Business

Marketing Tip: Why I Use Thumbtack

I love when my couples really invest in their photos, Peter told me about this trestle and said he’d love to shoot there. This was captured en route to their reception.

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Wedding Sneak Peak: Peter + Heather

Her shoes sparkled to match her eyes. I wish you could have seen her in person- this dreamy light was breathtaking.  

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Bridal Sneak Peak: Julie Zellers

I love taking inspiration from modern fashion-forward looks. I’ve posted a few inspiration photos below-     Don’t Forget: 1. If Standing, “toes together, pop the knee that’s closest to me” (the photographer) 2. Give them something to think about, or rally their emotions towards “You just won Miss America” “shocked that they finally tied […]

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How to Pose Bridesmaids

“I don’t know particularly why I like architecture, but I like the lines, the asymmetry…guess that’s why I like her, she’s all angles…” he laughed as he spoke eyeing his beloved, and we all know, Ben’s laugh is contagious. Our day started out in the cool of the studio and our plan was to visit […]

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Portland Waterfront Engagement: Ben + Christina

Two years ago Wednesday, my friend Elaini went on a journey to raise money $50,000 for orphans. Well, she outdid herself and reached over 70 GS. That’s a heck of a lot of money. I’m so proud of my “bosom friend” of over 15 years, we have been through every season of life together and […]

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CATEGORIES

BROWSE THROUGH MY

"Christa, you are such a delight to work with. You bring so much energy and direction to a photo shoot. The photographs you take, are truly a reflection of your talent and passion in photography."

"you bring so much energy
and direction to a photo shoot...."

Ken & Jessica

"Christa is incredible. She really gets to know you, makes you feel comfortable and takes fabulous photos. Christa took our engagement photos, did a boudoir photo shoot for kate and did our wedding. We couldn't be happier with her.

"Christa is professional, fun, creative and in touch with her clients. She makes everyone look and feel beautiful. We could not be happier with her and her work."

"we couldn't be happier with her
work.."

KATE & CASEY

Long before I was engaged, I knew I wanted Christa Taylor Photography to capture the special moments of my wedding. She more than met our expectations, and seldom a month goes by without somebody telling us how gorgeous our wedding pictures turned out! 
 Working with Christa is like finding some awesome girlfriend who completely gets you and can show you the beauty in whatever project you're undertaking. I recommend her to every bride I work with! Thank you, Christa, for your incredible work!

"Christa is like finding some awesome
girlfriend who completely gets you..."

Cassie & Jed

Christa is absolutely PHENOMENAL! My husband and I are beyond blessed to have had her capture our day! She was so great at directing people kindly and having fun too! She's a blast and we enjoyed the day more because of her! We loved getting to know her and she even had us to her home the week after our wedding for a brief photo shoot since the weather had been bad on the wedding day...she really went above and WAY beyond the call of a photographer and became our friend! She's the type we'd schedule a photo shoot with simply to see her and catch up!! There are not words to reccomend Christa highly enough! 💕We love you Christa!!

"SHE WAS SO GREAT AT DIRECTING PEOPLE
KINDLY AND HAVING FUN..."

GABRIEL & TYLER