Shannon & Milan | A Golden California Maternity Session

Their California Maternity Session

Last year in the height of the pandemic we hopped on a Zoom call with Shannon and Milan, our dear friends from our college town, Chico, CA. We thought this call was your typical touch base with good friends type of thing until they told us the news, they were expecting a baby in October 2020! ???? We were floored and absolutely elated for them.

So, in the midst of the pandemic, we hopped in our car and made the long drive down to Chico for Shannon & Milan’s California maternity session. Andrew and I loaded up on hand sanitizer, packed a glovebox full of masks, and made as few pitstops as possible. There was no way we were going to miss this moment.

So here you go! A few super special photographs of two very special people and their baby bump. This summer I’ll be visiting again for loads of hugs (yay vaccines!) and portraits of their sweet little girl, Mishka.

COVID Safety

While none of us want to miss documenting these big life moments, it’s important to do it in a safe way. During this session we kept our distance, a minimum of 6 feet, wore masks, and suppressed our strong desire to hug these two very special people.

Now that vaccinations are more wide-spread it’s even easier to gather for portrait sessions. We follow CDC guidelines and touch base with our clients to make sure we proceed in a way that makes them feel as safe as possible.

Wanna photograph your baby bump? We are so down! Contact us here and we’ll schedule a time to chat.

A glowing mom showing off her baby bump! California Maternity Session by Briana Morrison Photography

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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.

#PortlandArtist #ArtShowPhotography #TenderByMandyArroyo #PortlandGallery #CreativePortraits

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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. #PortlandArtist #ArtShowPhotography #TenderByMandyArroyo #PortlandGallery #CreativePortraits

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

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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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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.