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
Zenith Vineyard is nestled in rolling wine country just outside Salem, Oregon and was the green oasis where Kelli and Logan celebrated their wedding vows surrounded by family and friends. Kelli and Logan were remarkably easy going, and game for anything as we explored the grounds during their golden hour portraits. It was clear they […]
Having known Nick for many years, it was truly a special privilege to have a “front row” seat at their wedding. The celebration took place at the Troutdale House just down the street from Troutdale’s quaint downtown strip. Despite the January chill, these two love birds braved the cold with warm smiles and thankful hearts. […]
This wedding at Best Western Hood River was personally so refreshing for me. It was a reminder of why I shoot weddings in the first place. Yes, the schedule was way off, the rain was coming in torrents, and our portrait time was squished into 20 minutes. But despite all these discouraging odds, looking […]
Off-camera flash is a trick I pull out of my back pocket every single wedding. I guess, at that point, it’s not much of a trick anymore- but you get the idea 😉 As you probably know, between low-light and moving subjects, dancing shots are not easy to capture. Usually I’m sweating, and laughing, and […]
The Aerie is a beautiful wedding venue in the heights of Mt Scott area. This Portland wedding venue is a showstopper and offers guests a respite from the bustle of the city. Alexander and Christine invited their closest friends and family to join them for a beautiful outdoor ceremony and with happy tears vowed to […]
Ruffled Blog was kind enough to select this glamorous shoot at Maysara Vineyard to feature on their blog. Thank you for highlighting so many of Portland’s best vendors! Maysara Vineyard Wedding Vendor credits: Styling/Coordination: CK Wedding EventsRentals: Classic Vintage RentalsGown: Nature of IsaCake: Lux SucreHair/makeup: Face Body BeautyPapergoods: Kelsie Malie CalligraphyFlorals: Bloomsberry Film Wedding photography, Portland […]
This wedding blew my mind. It was what every photographer dreams of. A fantastic couple with supremely good taste and a thoughtful well organized team. It was the best of the best coming together to celebrate and capture a very special love story. Linda and Sean are very different, but simultaneously a beautiful compliment to […]
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...."
"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
"We cannot recommend Christa enough! Our wedding photography experience was nothing short of magical. From the very first consultation, we felt like we were in the hands of a true artist.
Christa's style perfectly captured the essence of our special day. Every shot made us feel like we were Vogue models—glamorous, elegant, and effortlessly stylish. The attention to detail was incredible, and the creativity behind each pose brought our vision to life.
Not only was the photography outstanding, but the entire experience was enjoyable and relaxed. The final images exceeded our expectations and are a beautiful testament to our love story."
