Let’s give hands to Diana and Michael, who got up at 4:30 on a Sunday morning to get ready for their engagement session at 6:30am. That’s something!
Diana and Michael: Thanks for being so relaxed and trusting during our session! I hope you enjoy this sneak preview. Get some rest and I look forward to seeing you again in your wedding at the World Trade Center! 
My parents came all the way from Shanghai and they are spending the summer with us! Audrey was a newborn when they were here last year. Audrey is now, officially, a toddler, walking on her own at 11 month old! She loves playing with grandparents in the park.
I got to know Amy and Brad through their friends Nora and Gary whose wedding I photographed two years ago. Amy and Brad are both architects. With great appreciation for architecture and design they chose to have an outdoor ceremony at Cathedral Park and reception at the Portland Wine Project. After a long spell of rainy weather we were lucky to have a gorgeous sunny day for their wedding!
Here are a few of my favorites from the event:
An emotional moment for Jenny, Amy’s big sister.
Savoring a quiet moment after the ceremony…
The Portland Wine Project is a hidden gem for weddings. Its soaring high ceiling, wooden beams and wine barrels make the space rustic and original.
Guests were having a fabulous time…
Video games kept the little ones (Ella and Ethan) busy…
First dance…
Brad dancing with his father John!
A sweet mother-and-daughter dance.
Is that a “Zombie” move?
John is a dancing king!!! His explosive dance moves stunned everybody including Ethan and Ella.
There are a lot more but I’ll end my post with this photograph. When Amy and Brad are together it feels intimate, sweet, and just right.
Congratulations, Amy and Brad!
Other professionals that contributed to the event are:
Catering by Culinary Artistry
Dress by Allure Bridal
2nd photographer: Claude Laviano
Flowers by Quince
Hair and make up by Faye Judson Salon
Officiants from www.yourpersonalceremony.com
Reception at Portland Wine Project
Last weekend I helped my friend Claude Laviano photograph a wedding at the Old Church and met the lovely couple, Kathy and Roger. As a second marriage for both of them with grown children & grandchildren, the wedding was truly about the union of two families. It’s touching to see how warmly their families came together and gave blessings. Two of their grandchildren are around 10-month old, about the same age as my daughter. Seeing these cutey pies around makes the wedding extra sweet to me.
Here are some of my favorites throughout the event:
Roger reading vows to Kathy…
…very sincerely
This 3-year old granddaughter liked to take center stage!
The union of two families…
Married!
Their wedding reception at the Tiffany Center.
A “table shot” from behind…
Kathy receiving a toast from her daughter
And the little ones were having a blast crawling all over the floor!
Kathy said to Roger in her wedding vow, “I promise to be your dance partner for the rest of our lives…”
Congratulations, Kathy & Roger!
I’ve been craving to photograph shapes and figures. After a lunch date with Denise we decided to experiment with a boudoir shoot at her house. We had a blast! The session turned out to be as much a photo shoot as girls’ time when we ooh-ed aah-ed over shoes and lingerie. Denise was very relaxed, playful and trusting. She looked amazing! Now with her permission I’m excited to share some of the images.
They always say that kids grow fast and that’s so true. In a blink of eyes our darling daughter Audrey turned 8 months old last weekend. She has always been a very active and adventurous baby and even more so these days. She has been crawling, cruising, and walking with assistance! Observing her progress hitting each milestone gives me a lot of appreciation for the amazing motor skills we human possess. I can no longer take anything for granted.
I got this shot a few weeks ago when she was still willing to sit still for a second.
my little lady
Ever since then I’ve had no luck keeping her still…but that’s ok as I’d rather capture her active temperament as it is.
I'm coming after you!
We're walking!
They didn’t ID her even though she was clearly under age.
beer commercial
Audrey loves playing with daddy…
daddy has the kitty...
And this is another one of my favorite. She was quite upset and looked at me as if saying “Mommy, that’s enough…why don’t you put down your camera and come play with me!”
That's enough!
You are right, Audrey! Mommy is coming!
April 19, 2010 - 2:55 pm - She is SO cute! I love the one of her reaching for the beer! :)
April 13, 2010 - 4:23 pm - Love these photos! So cute.
I know I got a sweet couple the first time I met Josie & Kent. While we were talking Kent would spontaneously lean over and gave Josie a quick kiss. That brought an instant smile to her face, and a few minutes later Kent would sneak up another one. What a cute couple, I thought to myself.
Josie and Kent both like travel so we went to the airport to take some photos for their engagement session. Here are a few of my favorites:
Let’s don’t forget Kent’s favorite Duck Store…
…and the blossoming cherry trees!
Josie & Kent: Happy traveling! I look forward to your wedding at the Oregon Historical Society this summer!
My mail server is down AGAIN and as a result I haven’t been able to access my email since the evening of Mar 18th. How frustrating! My host company hasn’t provide a specific ETA but here is what you can do to reach me: You can email me at jingzi_zhao@hotmail.com or call 503.984.7036. I apologize for the inconvenience. Hope to connect with you soon!
I’ve been planning an engagement shoot with Amy and Brad since last Fall and finally, we made it last weekend on St. Patrick’s Day! It was a great afternoon with cherry trees blooming, Amy & Brad beaming, and my cameras clicking! I can’t wait to post a few for a sneak preview:
Amy & Brad: Thanks for hanging out! More pictures to come in the following weeks. Stay tuned.
March 24, 2010 - 7:34 pm - Amy and Brad, These are absolutely beautiful and I couldn't be prouder or more honored to be gaining such a wonderful sister! I can see the love you have for each other in the photos and I feel so grateful that I get to share in that by attending your wedding. I look forward to welcoming you in June to the family Amy. May God bless you both in this journey of a lifetime! Charleen
We had a lovely taste of spring last weekend and I spent most of it shooting outdoors. I met Hannah, Pete and their cute 18-month old boy, Ian, at Laurelhurst Park for their family portrait. Ian was in great spirits, running around, waving at people, and climbing tall steps on his own. Here is a sneak preview from our session of this lovely family.
Ian, Hannah & Pete @ Laurelhurst Park
Ian, Hannah & Pete @ Laurelhurst Park
Hannah, Pete and Ian: Thanks for sharing a wonderful Sunday afternoon with me! I look forward to seeing our big boy Ian again this summer!
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