Senior Portraits at Powell Butte
Chris Brodell | Portland Photography Blog
by Chris Brodell
6M ago
School is back in session and for many that means scheduling senior photos before those yearbook deadlines hit. One of my favorite shoots recently were these senior portraits at Powell Butte. He was looking for a location that was full of plants and nature and I suggested a couple of my favorite spots. We ended up picking Powell Butte Nature Park in SE Portland for it’s convenient, and beautiful, combination of forest and meadow settings. We started our session in a more wooded spot which allowed for the early evening sun to sparkle through the trees in the background. We stopped along the way ..read more
Visit website
Vernonia Springs Wedding
Chris Brodell | Portland Photography Blog
by Chris Brodell
8M ago
Over all of the years that I’ve photographed elopements on the Oregon Coast almost every trip includes passing by the turnoff for Highway 47 to Vernonia and wondering what exactly is out that way. This summer I finally had the chance to take that turn and photograph a wedding at Vernonia Springs. Vernonia Springs is a 28 acre forested private park, glamping campground, and wedding venue just outside of the small, historic town of Vernonia, Oregon. The property is bustling with natural beauty and is the perfect spot to spend your wedding weekend surrounded by friends and family. The property ha ..read more
Visit website
Opal 28 Wedding
Chris Brodell | Portland Photography Blog
by Chris Brodell
8M ago
Tucked away off NE 28th Ave and NE Glisan St in Northeast Portland is Opal 28, an intimate event space, where these two had their beautiful wedding on a Portland summer Friday. This was my first time photographing a wedding at Opal 28 and I loved it.  Smaller, intimate weddings are such a great experience and with 60-ish guests this one didn’t even feel all that small. Their ceremony took place on the venue’s private outdoor patio with a small number of guests seated in chairs and the remaining folks watching from the cocktail area below.  Prior to their ceremony I photographed some ..read more
Visit website
Mt Tabor Wedding
Chris Brodell | Portland Photography Blog
by Chris Brodell
8M ago
Mt Tabor in Southeast Portland has always been one of my favorite parks within the city. When I lived on Hawthorne walking there was a regular part of my weekday routine. It’s also one of my favorite locations for family sessions and portraits. It’s a wonderful forest oasis amidst the sprawling neighborhoods of Southeast Portland. Up until this May, I had yet to photograph a wedding there so I was super excited when these two reached out about their wedding plans and wanted me to photograph their day. We started the day at the KEX Hotel in the Central Eastside. It’s such a cute hotel with plen ..read more
Visit website
Oregon Coast Beach House Wedding
Chris Brodell | Portland Photography Blog
by Chris Brodell
1y ago
On a beautiful day on the Oregon Coast, these two exchanged vows on the dunes above the beach, with the iconic Haystack Rock in the distance. The couple had originally planned to have their wedding in Southern California, but due to the pandemic, they decided to move their wedding to their family beach house in Cannon Beach. The wedding ceremony was intimate and emotional, surrounded by the couple's closest family and friends. The love and support of those in attendance was really special and it was clear that this was a day that the couple would always remember. After the ceremony, the party ..read more
Visit website
Sunrise elopement on the Oregon Coast
Chris Brodell | Portland Photography Blog
by Chris Brodell
1y ago
It goes without saying that I’m always excited to work with couples on their wedding day. Having the responsibility to document meaningful moments never gets old.  When I was asked to photograph this couple's sunrise elopement on the Oregon Coast, I was especially excited. Not only was it going to be a beautiful and intimate wedding, but it would also be an opportunity to show the couple the stunning beauty of the Oregon Coast for the first time. These two are from Kentucky and came across my photos on Pinterest. They had never been to the Oregon Coast before but knew it was exactly what ..read more
Visit website
Wedding at The Evergreen
Chris Brodell | Portland Photography Blog
by Chris Brodell
1y ago
This was my first wedding at The Evergreen in Southeast Portland and I really loved it. While I love outdoor wedding venues, indoor venues that are full of natural light are a must in Portland and The Evergreen shines. This historic space has large windows on both the west and north sides of the building as well as two large skylights above. The wedding suite has a wall of south facing windows which make taking well-lit getting ready photos a breeze. The Evergreen can accommodate some pretty large wedding celebrations (this one was around 120, I think) but overall the venue can accommodate 200 ..read more
Visit website
Interesting questions to ask your wedding photographer
Chris Brodell | Portland Photography Blog
by Chris Brodell
1y ago
Choosing your wedding photographer is one of the bigger decisions in your wedding planning process. Your wedding photos will be how you and your loved ones revisit and remember your wedding day so it's important to find someone you trust and whose portfolio you love. There are many important questions you can ask a prospective wedding photographer but I think these are some interesting questions that create better conversation to help you decide whether or not the photographer is a good fit for your wedding day. What to ask a wedding photographer ARe you available on our wedding date? are you ..read more
Visit website
Best Places to Propose in Portland
Chris Brodell | Portland Photography Blog
by Chris Brodell
2y ago
Portland is full of beautiful and romantic spots perfect for popping that big question. Whether you and your loved one live in Portland or you’re just visiting for the weekend, these are some of the best places to propose in Portland, Oregon. From unique city parks to scenic viewpoints, one of these locations is sure to inspire your marriage proposal plans. Where to Propose in Portland Redwood Deck The Redwood Deck in Hoyt Arboretum is a beautiful wooden deck surrounded by tall trees and nature. The deck is relatively private, depending on the season and day of the week, and makes for an intim ..read more
Visit website
Things to do in Portland, Oregon
Chris Brodell | Portland Photography Blog
by Chris Brodell
2y ago
Portland is known for its natural beauty, it’s great food, and it’s “weird” aesthetic. There’s something for everyone in this city which makes it a great place to visit any time of the year. Below are some of my favorite things to do in Portland including sights to see, places to eat, some tips on what time of year to go, and even an itinerary for your weekend trip to Portland, Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.  What to do in Portland in the Spring Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival Late March to Early May If soaring over beautifully blooming tulip fields in a hot air balloon is on your bucket li ..read more
Visit website

Follow Chris Brodell | Portland Photography Blog on FeedSpot

Continue with Google
Continue with Apple
OR