Portland LDS Temple Wedding | Portland, OR | Kelsey & Jared

A grand exit from this Portland LDS Temple wedding - Briana Morrison Photography

Their love story in a nut shell…
“We met at church volleyball. We were friends first. New Year’s Day we KNEW.”

This was my first time photographing a Portland LDS Temple wedding and OMG was it pretty!

While Kelsey and Jared were inside the temple doing all the sacred things and committing their lives to each other, my husband and I captured their families just outside. There was so much joy and anticipation to see the young newlyweds that when they finally came through the temple doors the family burst into cheers.

After the ceremony we took family portraits at the reflection pool and then excused the family to the reception while we stayed behind to get some beautiful bride and groom portraits at the temple. Right when we finished with portraits the skies broke open – the timing couldn’t have worked out better.

Kelsey and Jared held their reception in North Portland’s Baker Building. There were lots of fun personal touches including a DIY mocktail bar, selfie station, and a table full of cakes that were way too tempting for little fingers.

After some wild dancing Kelsey and Jared said goodbye to their guests, made their way through an epic streamer cannon exit, and drove off in their overly decorated escape vehicle with a honeymoon in their sights.

That’s What They Said – A 5 Star Review!

100% RECOMMEND! I talked to a bunch of different photographers in planning my wedding, but Bria stood out with her balance of professionalism and super funky fun BEFORE we had even chosen her. We were simply floored with how she handled everything and the little things she did to celebrate with us and make us feel truly special. The person she is totally translates into the lovely photos she produces. Words don’t even describe how grateful we were that we chose her for our wedding!

Kelsey & Jared
Family members wait for the newlyweds at this Portland LDS Temple wedding  - Briana Morrison Photography
Here comes the bride and groom! A Portland LDS Temple Wedding by Briana Morrison
Mormon wedding -  A Portland LDS Temple Wedding by Briana Morrison
Portland LDS Temple Wedding & details by Briana Morrison
Portraits of the bride and groom at the LDS temple by Portland wedding photographer Briana Morrison
Portraits of the bride and groom at the LDS temple by Portland wedding photographer Briana Morrison
Portraits of the bride and groom at the LDS temple by Portland wedding photographer Briana Morrison
Portraits of the bride and groom at the LDS temple by Portland wedding photographer Briana Morrison
Portland's Baker Building wedding by Portland wedding photographer Briana Morrison
Cute and classy bride and groom by Portland wedding photographer Briana Morrison
Fun wedding details at The Baker Building by Portland wedding photographer Briana Morrison
Fun candids at this wedding reception by Portland wedding photographer Briana Morrison
More candid photography inside the Baker Building by Portland wedding photographer Briana Morrison
Time for wedding cake! by Portland wedding photographer Briana Morrison
Candid wedding photography by Briana Morrison
Candid wedding photography by Portland wedding photographer Briana Morrison
Dance party vibes at the Baker Building by Portland wedding photographer Briana Morrison
Gettin' wild on the dace floor - candid wedding photography by Portland wedding photographer Briana Morrison
A grand streamer cannon exit at the Baker Building by Portland wedding photographer Briana Morrison

Venue: The Baker Building
Photographer: Briana Morrison Photography
Caterer: Screen Door
Wedding Dress: BHLDN

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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.

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