Sara Adams - portrait swap

Remember back in June when I wrote about working with another photographer in town to trade head shots? Ya, me neither. Last post I wrote that I have been super busy this summer. Because of that, I haven't had much time to work on personal projects.

Anyway, back in June, Sara Adams and I went out to scout some locations just north of Portland. We brought along our cameras and took some pictures of one another. You know, us photogs like to practice when we don't have anything scheduled. Sara posted the pictures that she took of me in a post here. Be sure to check it out. I like to see our different styles and takes on the same location and subject.

We purposefully gave ourself lots of time so that we would hit "golden hour". Ah, golden hour.

 All in all, a pretty good day.

Until next time...

Krahmer Family

This summer has absolutely flown by. Each week I keep adding more blogposts to the "to do" list, and each week I find that I have less and less time to actually write a blog post. The upside to this is that all of you fine folks will have something to read at least once a week for the next couple months! So, I suppose, you're welcome!

To get things started off right, I wanted to share a recent family session. In July, I had the opportunity to photograph one of my favorite families who just welcomed baby boy Blake.

This is the Krahmer's second child, and I have to admit, I don't have too much experience with toddlers(ish), and I was a little nervous going in. You know, it's like you're standing on the outside of a boxing ring just waiting to start. "What are they going to do to me?!"

Totally joking. ...mostly. Allie was so cute and excited to be a part of everything. It was incredible to see how much she loves and cares for her new little brother. She was very enthralled with what he is able to do, but still protective and curious.

And... Thats a wrap!

Thanks so much Krahmer family! Your family is beautiful and just keeps getting better. I'm excited to see how it morphs and changes in the years to come.

Until next time...

10 on 10 - October

I know, I know, you have all been counting down the days since the beginning of the month. The wait is over, and the 10th is finally here! Better yet, this is the first month that we are going to have a theme to the post.

"Fall" is the theme for this month. I picked this theme because I absolutely LOVE summer in Portland. Yes I said wrote summer. Hear me out. Summer in Portland is unbeatable. Seriously, it probably beats everywhere else. Festivals, wine, beer, hiking, beach trips, happy hour, looong sunny days, the list could go on and on. And because we have such a gloomy winter, everyone wants to partake in summer festivities. There is always something fun to do! Because of that, I always get sad when summer comes to an end, so I needed something to lift my spirits. Don't get me wrong, fall in Portland is great too. More festivals, vineyard harvests (which means wine tasting), farmer's markets, etc. Fall just tends to have a few more cold, rainy days and means the inevitable cloudy winter is getting closer.

All that being said, in the fall, we get AMAZING light. For all you non-photog folk, this may seem kinda boring, but a nice, crispy, fall afternoon is absolutely the most fun time to get out and take some pictures ...and the perfect time for a family photo shoot in the park.

I hope we get a few more days like this before it starts getting dark way too early. Next up on the fall schedule is pumpkin seeds and turkey!

Now go check out all the other posts from other 10 on 10 contributors. It's a good month to scope out everyone's post because these photogs are from all over the country, and fall means something a little different in each place. So go on, blow off work a little longer and hit 'em up!

Anya Elise Photography

Grace Photography

CLB Creative

Twinty Photography
Jamilah Photography

Until next time...

Psst... Believe it or not, this is our fourth 10 on 10 post! To see past 10 on 10 posts, click here and here and here. And then make sure to check out all the others too.

Holiday Sale - Mini Photo Session

It’s almost that time of year! The holiday season is only a few short months away. Hard to believe, I know.

If you know me very well at all, you would know that I love the holidays, so this year, I am offering mini photo sessions for families in and around Portland! …AND to make things even bigger and bad-asser, not only am I offering the photo shoot, but I’ve also teamed up with graphic designer, Jehn Glynn. Not to sounds too fan-girl or anything, but Jehn has done amazing design work with people all around the country and just moved here to Portland. In other words, she’s kind of a big deal. She will be designing a collection of holiday cards exclusively for this holiday shoot!!!

If you have any questions about the shoot, feel free to e-mail me, but the details of the shoot are below. There are a limited number of appointments available, so sign up fast. Plus, since it is the holidays, I’m also throwing in a little somethin’ somethin’ on the side: The first 15 people to sign up get a free, personalized app of photo gallery included in their package (works on all iPhones, iPads, and the latest Android), which is perfect for sharing images with friends and family.

What am I getting?

Mini-session

$95

20-minute session

thumb drive with 10 images

$15 photo print credit

Mini-session with Choice of  Exclusive Holiday Card Design

$175

30-minute session

thumb drive with 15 images

$25 photo print credit

Your choice from one exclusive holiday card designed by Jehn Glynn

What are the dates?

Saturday November 2, 2013

Sunday November 10, 2013

Where will we go?

Two outdoor locations have been chosen based on location and the variety of options for environment. Both locations are in the greater Portland area.

Anything else?

Session will cover groups of up to 4 people. You may use this time however you like: kids, whole family, couples, etc. $15 per extra person. Pooches are welcome too.

*opportunity to reschedule due to inclement weather conditions

How do I sign up?

To schedule your appointment please click here and follow the instructions. I will be in contact shortly about times available on the date you choose. You may also e-mail me if you have any questions/concerns.

Give me more!!

Alright, alright, but only because you asked so nicely. We are also offering you a referral discount! Please pass the word on, and if you refer someone who also books a mini-shoot, you will get 5% off your booking. So go on, tell a friend!

Until next time...

10 on 10 - September

Another month has come and gone which means it's time for another 10 on 10 post! This last month has been so crazy busy. While we weren't working, we built our own paver patio, tore off half of our roof (before it was re-shingled), and had family on both sides come and visit.

A few weeks ago my sister and step-dad (aka Pops) came out to visit. They were put to work tearing off shingles and tarp paper from the roof, but we also had a chance to take a mini trip to Southern Oregon. Nabil and I have lived in Oregon for the last nine years (wowie, it's gone fast) and up until now, have never been to Crater Lake. It's been on the list of places to visit for a long time, but you know, life gets busy and the list just keeps getting longer. But no more!

Well worth the long drive, and hopefully we will be able to go back again for a longer visit.

Now, go ahead and treat yo self to some more eye candy from all the other photogs participating in 10 on 10. They're coming from all over the country, so you know you're bound to get some good treats.

Anya Elise Photography

Grace Photography

CLB Creative

Twinty Photography
Jamilah Photography

Until next time...

10 on 10 - August 2013

Seriously, it's been a month already?! Another 10 on 10 is officially starting. At the end of this post, there are a list to 6 other photogs from around the country. Make sure to check out their 10 on 10 posts, because they are all fantastic!

Onto my 10 on 10 post... July was the busiest month I've had all year, but it was jam packed full of fun. Mini vacation, birthday, weddings to photograph every weekend, house projects... the list could go on. To top this past month off, Nabil and I celebrated our five year anniversary! Boo-YA!

You know when you are young and it feels like a month creeps along at a snail's pace and each week takes forever? Well, apparently when you're a grownup, life stops standing still. I'm not sure where these last five years have gone. We have done so much and come so far, new jobs, new house, new pets, vacations traveled..., and yet it seems like I was waking up waiting to walk down the aisle yesterday. I suppose that's what happens when you've gone and got hitched to your bff.

To celebrate the occasion, Nabil and I took a jaunt around Portland to some of our favorite places in the city. To start, we had drinks at Portland City Grill. It's really impossible to beat the view of the place. Cocktails in a room with floor to ceiling windows on the 30th floor, yes please!

I've have actually never been to this next place before last night, but Portland is known for it's amazing food, and Mother's did not disappoint.

And, last but not least, we ended up in the Pearl at Cool Moon (as usually). The ice cream is hard to beat, and the neighborhood is the best to wander around and admire the city vibe.

We left, with two very large food babies in the tum-tums, but it was great night. I loved being able to spend it with my numero uno hubby. I look forward to many more posts like this and many more happy years to come. Thanks to Nabil for being so patient and sweet to me and for being my constant rock over the last 10+ years (yes, it really has been that long). I couldn't have ever asked for anything more. I love you more than I have the words to write.

Now, for all you sorry saps that are still reading, dry those tears and go check out the links below. Find a new favorite photog of the month and then come back check us out again next month!

Anya Elise Photography

Grace Photography

CLB Creative

Twinty Photography
Jennifer Whalen Photography
Jamilah Photography

Until next time...