THOUGHTS FROM STEPH’S BRAIN
Despite it being a warm summer day on the Sunblossom flower farm in Portland…it’s safe to say I walked around the entire time with chills. As a Queer wedding photographer, I never want to take one second of what I do for granted. To get to witness countless moments of back to back queer love and support from our community really reminded me just how important it is to share our stories. Thankful to each & every couple who trusted us with their love stories. 🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈
Read MoreSeeing that the iconic rainbow crosswalks that run across Cedar Springs in the Oak Lawn neighborhood [gayborhood🌈] of Dallas may soon be returned to boring old black & white reminded me to post these images from a Toyota campaign I shot back in 2024. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ The importance of queer representation in various forms cannot be overstated. It plays a crucial role in shaping perceptions, fostering acceptance, and promoting understanding.
Read MoreI am thrilled to share this dreamy and very secretive waterfall proposal mission with you. It all went down near Portland, OR with a quiet morning at home with the sweetest pups. Long overdue hugs were in order after following each other on Instagram for quite sometime! Chelsea and Nance laced up their custom “just married” rainbow Converse and we were off…a small roadtrip into the wilderness. Now a roadtrip with me wouldn’t be complete without…
Read MoreTo be involved in the Save Her Tour was one of the most mind boggling, surreal, and incredible experiences I’ve ever had in my life. I’ve been creating for as long as I can remember. To get to the place I was at that night, and to be apart of a sold out show at Revolution Hall, was truly beyond.
Read MoreI first met Marcella about a decade ago when I randomly photobombed a group photo she was in while at an LP concert. Right place right time! We remained friends over the years and I was stoked when I got the message that said she had met a wonderful person and that they were getting married!
Read MoreIf you’re a queer couple getting married in or around the Portland, OR are or maybe you’ve been wanting to get out of your conservative town and take a little adventure to Portland…guess what. I’ve got news. For the first time in my photography career I am offering half day micro wedding & half day elopement packages in Portland, OR for 2025 only. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Read MoreI asked the founder of B&B what kind of atmosphere he hoped to create for people when they visit the store…he said “The goal was to create a feeling of warm sophistication—a welcoming and inspiring space that invites customers to explore. The attention to detail and carefully curated lighting sets the tone for a thoughtful and elevated experience, where every element feels intentional and designed to make customers feel at home while discovering something special.” I have to say that it’s spot on.
Read MoreI absolutely love a cozy, at-home session. I’ll be booking more of these photo sessions around the Portland, OR area for LGBTQ+ couples. Queer families. Solo Boudoir sessions perhaps? Let’s get creative together…not just for the holidays. Let’s do them year round. PS: Scroll to the bottom for a little behind the scenes film from the Christmas tree farm with my friends. 🎄
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