Recent Adventures at alyson levy PHOTOGRAPHY
Melissa and Matthew are two Portland tattoo artists in love, they’re getting married this fall, and I get to shoot their wedding! How lucky am I? We had perfect weather for their engagement session while the Portland Rose Garden was in full bloom, for a gorgeous riot of color and golden light. It’s the stuff of wedding photographer dreams. I’m so looking forward to their wedding later this year. . .
What a beautiful wedding this was! I’ve been looking forward to Phil and Eric’s wedding at the Armory all year, and it didn’t disappoint. You could really feel how excited this lovely couple was to be tying the knot. They had a beautiful ceremony on the mezzanine of the Armory, followed by a delightful brunch. Afterwards, we were lucky enough to have perfect weather as we took photos of the happy couple in Tanner Springs Park, and then ended the day with an all-you-can-play party and pizza at Portland’s beloved grown-up arcade, Ground Kontrol. The day really could not have gone any better. . .
I was surprised to hear that Kaanchan and Alex had found a beautiful winery for their wedding venue that was right here in the west hills of Portland. Amaterra is a stunning backdrop for couples seeking a classic, elegant winery wedding celebration, and it is SO close and SO convenient. I love hearing about and shooting at great new venues . . .
I love Mt. Tabor in the springtime. The winding trails meandering through the lush greenery create a natural, romantic ambiance. As an added bonus, it has some special family history for Lacey - it’s where her parents got engaged. So I was delighted to meet up there with these two for a golden hour engagement session a couple of weeks ago. I love all of the great textures and how the late-day sunlight filters through the trees and gives everything a lovely, warm glow. . .
Julie and Justus chose Mildred Hall because they wanted to show friends and family their beloved NE Portland neighborhood. From the charming tree-lined streets to the colorful murals and lovely Alberta Park, it turned out to be an amazing area for some fun, unique wedding photography. And, of course, it didn’t hurt that the happy couple had that amazing just-married glow and kept each other laughing and smiling throughout the day. . .
I absolutely love this wedding. I had been looking forward to it since the moment I met Maggie and Jamison on my front porch two years ago, and it definitely did not disappoint! Some weddings just have it all - big, wonderful emotions, beautiful setting, gorgeous details, delicious food, ridiculously fun dancing to great music, incredibly nice people, even a caricature artist! I really couldn’t have asked for a more spectacular day. . .
Rowena Crest never disappoints! I’ve done portrait sessions here so many times throughout the years, and it always shows me something a little special and different. Thanks to Liz and Jaron for braving the VERY windy afternoon - I can’t wait for your wedding celebration next year!
This wedding was GORGEOUS! I’ve been looking forward to this one since our lovely springtime engagement session by the Artillery Barracks, and it did not disappoint! From the beautiful, happy couple, to the lovely Lake Oswego Church, to the spectacular Ironlight reception, every detail along the way was carefully planned and beautifully executed. I even got to have a little Lake Oswego adventure with the couple and their bridal party for some fun photos by the lake before the reception. . .
