Plaza Del Toro Wedding | Portland, Oregon | Michelle + Max

Michelle and Max were together for something like 10 years before they chose to get married. Long relationships before marriage are a trend I’m starting to see a lot of these last couple years and I love it. People want to be sure they’ve found their true partner before making the commitment legal and I totally respect that.

This Plaza del Toro wedding was both stylish and incredibly fun. Michelle and Max got ready at The Nines Hotel in downtown Portland. They met for their first look in their hotel room and it was a perfectly intimate moment. After taking a few bridal portraits in the room we made our way to Plaza del Toro for the ceremony and reception.

Michelle and Max chose to keep their wedding intimate by inviting just 99 guests and it turned out to be the perfect number. Instead of a sit-down dinner they served a tasty assortment of filling appetizers and, of course, enough wine, beer, and cocktails to make it a true party.

Their guests danced until last call – smiles, laughter, and drinks abundant – making for a truly joyful wedding celebration.

As for me… I had a blast! Michelle and Max are two very sweet, fun, and caring humans and it was such an honor to capture their day.

Portland, Oregon & wedding shoes. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

A bride and groom's first look in their hotel room. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

Sweet bridal portraits in The Nines. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

Classic bridal portraits in The Nines Portland, Oregon. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

A classic bridal portrait in Portland, Oregon's The Nines Hotel. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

The bride and groom travel to their wedding. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

Plaza del Toro in Portland, Oregon. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

Wedding guests prepare for the ceremony. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

Mom and grandma of the groom get ready for the ceremony. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

Here comes the bride! By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

A beautiful wedding ceremony at Plaza del Toro. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

Pronounced husband and wife! By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

A wedding party poses for portraits at Plaza del Toro. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

The beautiful bride! By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

The bride and groom at Plaza del Toro. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

Guests have a great time greeting the newlyweds. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

Super tasty food details at Plaza del Toro. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

Guests mingle at Plaza del Toro. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

The bride and groom grab a drink at the bar. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

A bride and groom pose for portraits in front of a train. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

Fab urban bridal portraits. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

Pretty urban bridal portraits in Portland, Oregon. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

The bride and groom take their first dance. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

A dance party gets started at Plaza del Toro in Portland, Oregon. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

A fun wedding reception dance party. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

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Happy drunk people dance at a wedding. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

The bride and groom get crazy on the dance floor. By Plaza del Toro wedding photographer Briana Morrison.

Venue: Plaza del Toro
Portland Wedding Photographer: Briana Morrison
Officiant: Dr. Paul Weinstein ( Father of the Groom)
DJ: DJ Cooky Parker
Catering: Plaza del Toro
Bridal Attire: BHLDN
Groom Attire: Hugo Boss

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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.
Getting this cover on Oregon Wedding Day is such an honor. 

Together with a team of really extraordinary vendors and the most beautiful venue we created some serious magic. 

The team:
Venue- @windmountainranch
Planning + Design- @amandajeanpdxevents
Floral Design- @flowers_by_almanac
Photographer- @brianamorrison
Cake- @banquettepdx
Makeup- @kasiablackburn_mua
Hair- @styledbymattie
Stationery- @lettersanddust
Gown Rental- @dalliancegownrentals
Flat Lay Curation- @flatlaylibrary
Veils- @augustveils
Rentals- @riverhoodrentals
Something pretty I worked on with a team of really incredible Portland wedding vendors. 😍

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Venue- @windmountainranch
Planning + Design- @amandajeanpdxevents
Floral Design- @flowers_by_almanac
Photographer- @brianamorrison
Cake- @banquettepdx
Makeup- @kasiablackburn_mua
Hair- @styledbymattie
Stationery- @lettersanddust
Gown Rental- @dalliancegownrentals
Flat Lay Curation- @flatlaylibrary
Veils- @augustveils
Rentals- @riverhoodrentals
Looking through my archives and updating some older articles this week. I’ve been photographing weddings for 16 years. 16 YEARS! 

This little introvert has grown so much as an artist, business woman, and human in that time.

I love my work so much more deeply than I ever thought possible. 

Anywho, I hope you’re having a great Thursday. Hit me up if you need a wedding photographer! ☺️