Engagement photos are always a blast to photograph. As a wedding photographer, engagement sessions are especially fun for me when I get to document people’s love out in the wild – literally. There’s nothing like an epic landscape to represent the timeless, swept-away feeling of being newly engaged. I was so excited to join M and W in the misty Pacific Northwest to document their Oregon engagement photos.
In this blog post:
- Free-Spirited Oregon Engagement Photos
- Epic Landscapes for an Epic Love
- Your Stunning Engagement Photos
Free-Spirited Oregon Engagement Photos
When I met up with M and W, we had typical fall weather for Oregon. It was rainy and chilly with a haze of mist hovering between the trees and around the mountaintops.
Instead of heading right out into the rain, we stopped in a cozy coffee shop in HIllsboro first. Hillsboro is just 25 minutes northwest of downtown Portland, but it feels like another world from the bustle of the city. It’s a great place to take Oregon engagement photos.
At Longbottom Coffee and Tea, M and W sat on the covered deck. The warm woodwork blended beautifully with the landscape around them. M and W got a chance to relax and connect over a tasty drink before we set out for our session.
I liked having this opportunity to document this cozy moment. It’s a different dynamic than the more cinematic photos from later in the session. I got to zoom in on their relationship in a quiet moment similar to one they’d share on a typical weekend.
Epic Landscapes for an Epic Love
Once M and W had the chance to get caffeinated and comfortable in front of the camera, we headed out. I broke out a clear umbrella. If there’s a chance of rain during your photo session, I highly recommend this! Clear umbrellas don’t obscure you from the camera or block what precious natural light that’s available.
Everywhere we turned, Oregon was showing off. The moment I saw the snow-capped mountains, I was planning my next trip to take Oregon engagement photos. What could be more breathtaking than that dreamy mountain in the background? I can just picture the save the dates with all the details listed over the peaks.
There are a million ways to approach engagement photos. I love outdoor sessions because they give me a chance to tell your story against a romantic backdrop. Your love is big, beautiful, and free-spirited. Landscapes like Oregon’s convey that beautifully.
I love taking engagement photos in dramatic landscapes. Check out these blog posts for more examples:
- Stunning Sedona Engagement Photos at Merry Go Round Rock
- The 5 Best Summer Engagement Session Locations in Arizona
- Planning an Engagement Photoshoot in Flagstaff, AZ
Your Stunning Engagement Photos
If you’re planning Oregon engagement photos, here are a few things to consider.
1. Where to take Oregon engagement photos
I’m obviously a little biased towards Oregon’s landscape. There are endless parks and forests where you can do outdoor sessions.
If you like the idea of an indoor session, a favorite coffee shop, bar, or bookshop could be a great setting. Just make sure you check with management ahead of your session to make sure it’s OK.
2. What to wear for engagement photos
The most important things are that you’re comfortable and feel good. You’ll want to look back on these photos and feel like you, not like someone else’s Pinterest post.
I like M and W’s approach to this session. M wore a gorgeous pumpkin spice sweater. It had a cool silhouette and movement. The seasonal color popped against the browns and greens of the woods without clashing.
W, on the other hand, wore a black leather jacket and dark wash jeans. The sheen of the leather looked amazing in the low, rainy-day light. It also complemented M’s outfit without being match-y.
3. When to schedule your engagement session
There’s no perfect time to schedule your engagement session. If you want to use your photos for save the dates, give yourself time to get the photos back and order the save the dates. Oregon is beautiful any time of year, but it’s especially cozy in the fall. You have to love the wildflowers and lush greens of spring, too!
Would you like me to photograph your engagement photos? I’m an Arizona wedding photographer ready to travel! I’ll document your love with cinematic photos that tell your story. Reach out to me here!
