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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

Boudoir photography. Being a wedding photographer is easy- being a boudoir photographer is a whole different story. Not only do you have to be very discreet during the session, you can’t even really show the images AFTER the session. How do you advertise something you can show? For me, Word of mouth has been the […]

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Portland Boudoir Photographer: The why

I’m always thrilled to see my clients get featured on a wedding blog- especially one as pretty as Glamour and Grace. I can’t wait for this wedding- take a look to see which photos they highlighted! Glamour and Grace Blog Feature

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McMenamins Edgefield Engagement Published: Glamour and Grace Blog

  It’s no surprise that the photos that grab my heart as a photographer are often different than those the client gravitates to. What I’m looking for is FEELING. EMOTION. STORY. PASSION. I was a pianist. I was a painter.  I was a fashion designer.  I am a PASSIONATE, intense person. What inspires me is […]

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Portland Wedding Photographer: Best of 2014

This is what my payment plan looks like:   Payment Plan Contract   Name: ___Sarah Curl  _______________   Date: ____Jan 8, 2015_________ Address: City/State/Zip: _____________________________________________ Email: ________________________________________________________ Phone: ____________________________________________________ Contracted Services: ______10 Digital Files_____________________ Contractor/Photographer: __Christa-Taylor Photography______________________ I, the undersigned client, agree to make payments on the specified dates and the agreed amounts state on the […]

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How Do You Create A Photography Payment Plan

What comes to mind when you think of fine art wedding photography in Portland OR? Well, I’ll tell you. Film. Film, film, and more film. Shooting fine art wedding photos seems to always happen on film. Which is why I bought my first film camera 2 months ago. Yikes! Yes, I have forged into 35mm […]

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Fine Art Wedding Photography Portland Or

I intentionally spaced these two blog posts out (the double engagement) as it’s so important to see them as two separate love stories. Yes, they will share the same wedding day and a lot of the same wedding day memories, but their lives are still individual stories along similar, but separate paths. The story begins […]

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Cathedral Park Engagement Photos: Susan + Aidan

Cathedral Park Engagements are among my favorites because the St Johns Bridge is such a romantic backdrop for telling a love story. But telling 2 love stories simultaneously? That’s nothing short of epic. As you may have noticed, this Cathedral Park Engagement is extra special. Two sisters, a few years apart, are getting married. Yes, […]

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Cathedral Park Engagement Photos: Elizabeth + Dave

Portland Waverley Club Wedding by Portland Wedding photographer Christa-Taylor. Fashion inspired wedding photography based out of Portland Or. This venue has that perfect synergy of glamor and timeless elegance. There are two things that I love about this shoot. One would be the killer gowns. Yes, ladies and gents, these two dresses are one of […]

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Waverley Club Wedding photos: Portland Wedding Photography

Romantic Vineyard wedding, Zenith Vineyard wedding The perfect venue consists of several factors when it comes to planning your perfect Portland Oregon wedding. Granted, Zenith Vineyard is a bit out of town, but that’s just fine. A little drive sets the stage for the drama later. Out in wine country, sits Zenith Vineyards surrounded by beautiful […]

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Zenith Vineyard Wedding: Portland Wedding Photography

Boudoir photography is such a fun adventure. Jenna’s such a beauty! Portland Boudoir photos at it’s classy finest. 🙂   For more of our boudoir information, check out our exclusive behind the scenes video. Vimeo is our kind host and has been featuring our boudoir and portrait work. Also check out our Boudoir Website that […]

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Portland Boudoir Photographer: Before and After

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BROWSE THROUGH MY

Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean. A small river named Duden flows by their place and supplies it with the necessary regelialia. It is a paradisematic country, in which roasted parts of sentences fly into your mouth. Even the all-powerful Pointing has no control about the blind texts it is an almost unorthographic life One day however a small line of blind text by the name of Lorem Ipsum decided to leave for the far World of Grammar. The Big Oxmox advised her not to do so, because there were thousands of bad Commas, wild Question Marks and devious Semikoli, but the Little Blind Text didn’t listen. She packed her seven versalia, put her initial into the belt and made herself on the way. 

WE ARE SOULMATES

WHY we're the perfect match

"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!! Her baby is the cutest most joyful girl just like her momma! 💕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

Aura captured the wonders of our day. Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean. A small river named Duden flows by their place and supplies it with the necessary regelialia. It is a paradisematic country, in which roasted parts of sentences fly into your mouth. Even the all-powerful Pointing has no control about the. 

"felt surrounded the allure
of grace every single second."

OSCAR & ODETTE