Myles & Chris // Part 1 – A Grungy Love Session at Rowena Crest

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Myles and Chris are a perfect example of the type of people who make Portland so damn awesome. Myles is a super talented photographer and together she and Chris created Rugby, the band. (I highly recommend watching their latest music video, Bag of Bones, filmed in Astoria.)

The day we set out to photograph their love session the sun was bright, the car was full of a dozen different outfits, and I was beyond excited to finally catch my first glimpse of Rowena Crest.

For the first half of their session we decided to go with a casual vibe while we hiked a mile or so out to cliffs overlooking the Columbia River Gorge. Myles and Chris rocked their 90’s grunge inspired wardrobe like no one else while I tromped along in my typical black on black getup, nervous as hell about the camera crew following us around getting material for a promo video PICR created about my little photo biz.

After making our way out to the river and back we switched gears and went with something a little more dramatic while we watched the sun go down during the 2nd half of their session. Golden hour at Rowena Crest is absolutely magical and the sky matched Myles’s lavender hair perfectly, a sight you’ll have to see in my next blog post, Myles & Chris Part 2!

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From behind the lens to inside the gallery—what an honor to document Mandy Arroyo and her latest show, Tender, now on view at Elle Gallery in Portland through August 24th.

This is our third time working together, and it’s been such a joy to witness her evolution—from designer to full-time painter, and now to exhibiting artist. Mandy paints vibrant local landscapes using acrylics and oil pastels—her work is joyful, vibrant, and full of wonder.

If you’re local, go see it in person. You’ll leave inspired.

Mandy, thank you for trusting me to help share your story. It’s always a gift.

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Yesterday felt like a dream. Tippy and Nate’s wedding at Timberline Lodge was one of the most peaceful, joy-filled, and magically timed days I’ve ever had the honor of documenting.

The moment we walked into the getting-ready suite, there were friends napping, someone softly strumming an acoustic guitar, and steamy excerpts being read from a romance novel—pure calm and intention. 

The day flowed effortlessly. Family portraits were ahead of schedule, the light was stunning, and every moment felt filled with warmth.

During dinner, Nate casually joined the jazz band on drums (as one does), and then we wandered onto the mountain for the most incredible golden hour portraits. It was slow, cinematic, and absolutely perfect.

Tippy & Nate, thank you for including us in your beautiful wedding at Timberline Lodge. 💕

Vendor Team
Venue, Catering, Bar: @timberlinelodge
Event Planner: @weddingplannermorgan
Band: @crosstalk.music
Photographer: @brianamorrisonphoto
Florist: @songbirdfloristry
Makeup: @coreenecollinshair
Cake:@luxesucredesserts
The first time I visited the Pantheon in Rome it was on accident. I stumbled across a colossal building while wandering the alleys and piazzas and figured I should check it out. 

There was no line, no tickets, no crowd. The entire experience felt a little surreal. 

Ten years later I visit again and now you need tickets to get inside. The sea of people out front is dense with tour guides and panhandling. A little of that magic stolen away.

So the trick is, for the exterior anyway, to visit at dawn. Catch this beauty before the crowds wake up, while the sun stretches over the rooftops to light up the solid marble pillars in golden light. 

If you’re planning an elopement, wedding, or honeymoon in Rome, Italy I’d be honored to be your guide and photographer. I can bring you to all the best views and historic locations and know of an excellent private tour guide who can share the history of these beautiful places. 

Rome, Italy wedding and portrait photography by Briana Morrison.
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