Small Wedding Photographer in Oregon

I’m Jenn—wedding photographer, timeline buffer, and calm guide on a day that can feel full in all the best ways.

I work across Oregon and the U.S. with couples who plan with care—who think about the people they invite, the atmosphere they’re creating, and how they want the day to unfold. They want strong imagery and a relaxed experience. I value that too.

When my husband and I planned our own small wedding, we chose our seven-year dating anniversary and brought together a select group of family and friends. Thailand inspired the whole theme—nearly 1,000 folded cranes above the tables, our favorite Thai dishes, and custom lotus flower details. We blended cultures, trusted the right people, and shaped a day that felt like us.

My role blends logistics, collaboration, and creativity. I’ll guide when needed, step back when not, work closely with your planner, and stay steady so you can enjoy the celebration you’ve put together.

I’m not here to turn your wedding into a production.
I’m here to photograph the atmosphere, the people you chose, and the feel of the day you’ve created.

Hey, I’m Jenn—wedding photographer, timeline buffer, calm guide, and the person making sure the photography side of your day stays smooth and steady.

I photograph weddings across Oregon and throughout the U.S., and most of the couples I work with are planning with care—from who’s invited to where the celebration happens. They want a day that looks incredible, yes, but also unfolds in a way that feels relaxed and reflects who they are. The people in the room matter. The atmosphere matters. The choices behind each detail matter.
I share that same approach.

When I planned my own small wedding, we chose our seven-year dating anniversary as our date and brought together a select group of family and friends. Thailand inspired our theme—from nearly 1,000 folded paper cranes above the tables to our favorite Thai dishes catered by a Portland chef. We added custom lotus flower name cards and personal touches tucked into every corner. We blended cultures, made creative pivots, and trusted only the people who truly understood us. I know the care, thought, and emotion behind choosing the right guests, the right environment, and yes—the right vendors.

My role blends logistics, collaboration, and creativity. I’ll guide when it’s helpful and step back when it’s better for you to simply enjoy. I work closely with your planner to keep the day running smoothly, and I stay steady and clear-eyed so you can stay immersed in the celebration you’ve created.

I’m not here to turn your wedding into a production.
I’m here to photograph the atmosphere, the people you chose, and the overall feel of your day—exactly as you designed it.

behind the lens

I'm jenn.

Hello there,

Planning a small celebration that feels relaxed, thoughtful, and true to you? I’d love to hear what you’re planning.

Calm in the chaos. Strong on the details. More grounded than trendy. More true to you than you imagined.

INQUIRE ABOUT YOUR DATE

"I will never get tired of looking at these photos. Thank you for capturing our special day so perfectly! 🤍"

lauren & zach

I grew up quiet—the kid who blended in, stayed on the sidelines, and never spoke up unless I had to. Then, freshman year, I did something that felt wildly out of character: I tried out for the cheer team. And I made it.

Under the stadium lights, something shifted. I learned what it felt like to step forward instead of staying small. To show up. To help others feel lifted. That experience shaped the way I move through the world today—steady, grounded, and unafraid to advocate for the people I’m supporting.

Years later, I watched my sister get married in Cabo. The setting was gorgeous, but the experience felt like a conveyor belt—ceremony after ceremony, each one nearly identical. Even with personal vows and thoughtful details, something was missing.

I remember thinking:

Couples deserve more than a template. They deserve a celebration that reflects who they are—not a schedule rotated every few hours.
That realization stayed with me and shaped the way I approach every wedding.

When my husband and I planned our own wedding, we kept it small—our kids, our closest people, and nothing that didn’t feel right for us. But we still faced pressure. Expectations from others. Opinions about what we “should” do. We ended up compromising in ways we wouldn’t now, handling setup and cleanup ourselves, juggling logistics that didn’t fit the day we wanted.

Looking back, I wish we’d had someone in our corner who understood how personal a small wedding really is.

That’s why I show up for couples the way I do—part logistics, part collaborator, part caretaker. I guide when needed, step back when it’s better for you to simply enjoy, and help protect the experience you’re creating. Because your wedding deserves support, clarity, and someone who truly gets the intention behind it.

I’ve stood where you stand—dreaming of something simple, only to be met with noise.

I’ve watched weddings unfold like rehearsals on a schedule, one blending into the next. I’ve felt the weight of expectations grow with each added name on the guest list. And I’ve carried chairs and cleared plates on my own wedding day, wishing someone had stepped in so I could just be present.

To be the calm voice when things feel loud.
To remind you that less can be rich, and quiet can be powerful.
To help you build a day that feels grounded, clear, and yours.

With me, you get more than a lens—you get a steady hand, a soft nudge, a quiet cheer in your corner. Because your wedding shouldn’t feel like a performance. It should feel like home.

I found my voice.

seeing behind the curtain

this doesn't have to be the default

Why I Love Doing What I Do

that's why I'm here

That’s part of what led me here.

The story doesn’t end there.

I Had A Small Wedding Too

When my husband and I started planning our wedding, my original dream was simple: read our vows together in Italy—just the two of us—then come home to Oregon and make it official with our kids beside us and a quiet dinner with our closest family. Something small, meaningful, and centered on the people who mattered most.

But like so many couples, we hit a few obstacles. Guest list expectations. Venue logistics. Travel timelines that didn’t line up. Eventually, we pivoted and held a small wedding on my in-laws’ property in Washington. Fewer than 50 people, a ceremony that felt personal, a casual dinner, dessert, and a relaxed ending to the night at a nearby casino with my closest friends. It wasn’t what we originally envisioned, but it was honest to where we were and what we could make happen.

Planning a small wedding taught me something important: even when the vision is clear, the process can feel layered and complicated. There are opinions to navigate, logistics to solve, and choices that don’t always have an obvious answer. That experience shaped the way I show up for couples today.

I’m here not just as a photographer, but as someone who understands what it’s like to want something thoughtful and uncomplicated—even when outside expectations make it harder than it needs to be. My goal is to support the celebration you’re creating, offer clarity when it helps, and make sure the day unfolds in a way that feels right for you.
Your day doesn’t have to check every box. It just has to feel like you.

When my husband and I started planning our wedding, our first idea was simple: read vows together in Italy, then come home to Oregon for a small ceremony with our kids and a quiet dinner with family.

But like many couples, we ran into obstacles—guest list expectations, venue logistics, travel timing. We pivoted and ended up getting married on my in-laws’ property in Washington with fewer than 50 people. The ceremony felt personal, dinner was relaxed, and we wrapped up the night at a nearby casino with friends. It wasn’t the original plan, but it was honest to us.

That experience taught me how layered small weddings can be, even when the vision is clear. Opinions, logistics, timing—there’s always more beneath the surface.

It’s why I show up for couples the way I do: steady, organized, and here to support the celebration you’re creating so it unfolds the way you want it to.

Thinking of Planning Something Small?

Whether you’re leaning toward an Oregon elopement or trying to pare down a guest list that keeps growing, you’re not alone. I’ve been there—and I help couples through it every season. If you’re wondering what this kind of wedding actually looks like (the good, the tricky, and the honest), let’s talk about it.

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