Kari Rae

Trevor & Iana's Aerie at Eagle Landing Summer Wedding | Kari Rae Photography, Portland Oregon Wedding Photographer

Some weddings are more emotional for me than others. Not because they aren't all beautiful in their own way, but because I have a different kind of connection with the couple. (I'm laughing right now at the thought of saying, "This was not one of my more emotional weddings." haha!)

This was definitely a more emotional one for me. I have known the beautiful bride, Iana, since we were in the 3rd grade.

I went to a new gymnastics gym where her parents both coached, and she's one of the first girls I remember meeting. We quickly became friends, along with her sister Kami, and spent countless days sleeping at each others' houses, choreographing dances, fueling our obsession with the gentlemen of 'N Sync (JT all the way!), spending every weekend at gymnastics competitions & even traveling to different states for some, and giggling. And giggling. And giggling. 'Cause that's what girls do! It was a fun childhood. 

If you had told me at the age of 10 that one day, Iana and I would work together, I would guess that it was as celebrities in a band, or backup dancers for 'N Sync.

And while that would have been really cool, I honestly prefer this dream-turned-reality.

The real life fairy tale that is full of Trevor's pursuit and these two falling in love and committing to forever with each other as best friends. Reconnecting with a childhood friend to be a part of her gorgeous love story is a privilege I never would have dreamed of. So blessed!

Trevor & Iana, I adore you guys... 

 

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Derryn & Leiah's Backyard Woods Wedding | Kari Rae Photography, Portland Wedding Photographer

"We're going to have the wedding at my parents' property," he said as his precious fiancee giggled again with that eager smile he adores. I love it! The more personal, the better. It's even sweeter when his parents' property is atop a hill with a gorgeous view of our beautiful state. Oregon is magical, you guys. As are Derryn & Leiah. If you're anything like me, you fell in love with them from their engagement session, seen here


I'm pleased to present their wedding, full of joy, adoration, soft pinks, country gentlemen, and woodsy Northwest charm. And of course, an abundance of love love love. 

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2013 - Year In Review | Kari Rae Photography, Portland Portrait Photographer

Feeling nostalgic.

So many beautiful souls have opened themselves to me this year. I am so, so grateful. 

Here is 2013 through my eyes :)

Logan & Rikki's Washington Sunflower Estate Wedding | Kari Rae Photography, Portland Wedding Photographer

Logan & Rikki.

Oh, what a delight it's been to have these two join my life! My handsome husband and I had the distinct honor of freezing some of the most romantic moments in time at this wedding. Their gorgeous, fog-filled engagement session was a treat. But their sunny summer sunflower surrounded wedding was the perfect representation of the emotions all throughout the day.

L & R did not look away from each other all day (okay, maybe once. Twice tops!). All they could do was adore the other and laugh (Logan) or squeal (Rikki) or cry (both) with delight at the fact that they were finally here on their wedding day. Seriously the cutest. 

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Enjoy :)

Crystal & Dave Maui Hawaii Wedding | Hawaii Wedding Photographer, Kari Rae Photography

A few months ago, I had the distinct pleasure of venturing to Maui with my dear friend Maria Lamb of Anthem Photography to second shoot a wedding for her. Oh. My. Goodness! Not only did Maria and I have an amazing trip (ever gone on a tropical vacation with a friend? I highly recommend it), but we got to be a part of an incredibly special union.

Crystal & Dave are such a beautiful couple - so welcoming, fun, and caring. They made Maria and I feel like we were longtime friends, and by the end of the weekend, we were basically buddies with their whole crew of 60 guests. :) Such a party! Please enjoy the photos. I figured now that we're getting into Fall, we could all use a glimpse into sunny Hawaii to bring us back into our happy place. Oh wait...is that just me who desperately needs it? :) I yearn for the Hawaii life! If anyone wants to bring me back...I'll gladly accompany you on your trip. I promise I'm really fun!

 

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