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Mountainaire Gatherings Wedding photography rooted in presence and artistry. Documenting celebrations with a refined, heartfelt, and timeless perspective.
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Mountainaire Gatherings specializes in inspiring modern + adventurous couples in love through authentic and captivating photography.

When I first heard from these two, the bride told me something that immediately resonated with me and how I approach my ...
10/20/2026

When I first heard from these two, the bride told me something that immediately resonated with me and how I approach my work: she wanted photos that went beyond the beautifully composed portraits. She wanted to remember the little moments, the personalities, the genuine emotions, and all the things that might otherwise go unnoticed or eventually be forgotten.

And their wedding day was exactly that kind of celebration.

Two airline pilots who fell in love over their shared passion for flying, Danny and Sarah chose to exchange vows in the Adirondacks, a place where they’ve both long felt God's presence in the beauty of the outdoors.

Surrounded by the mountains in their autumn colors and just 50 of their closest family and friends, they created a day that felt deeply personal, sentimental, and wonderfully true to who they are.

There were children running through the grass, flower girls with crowns of autumn blooms, bubbles floating through the afternoon sunshine, and a whole lot of laughter.

There was the quiet moments of getting ready, the joy of generations celebrating together, and, fittingly, a little aviation adventure woven into the festivities.

It was beautiful but more than that, it was a day true to them.

And I think that's what I loved most about this day.

Not everything was perfectly arranged and it didn't need to be. The beauty was in the people, their connections, and all the wonderfully unscripted moments in between.

When Anna first reached out, she described their wedding vision as a “moody summer camp meets family reunion.” Having al...
10/11/2026

When Anna first reached out, she described their wedding vision as a “moody summer camp meets family reunion.” Having already eloped in Japan during Doug’s deployment, they weren’t looking for a traditional wedding day. They wanted an excuse to bring all their favorite people together in one place, many of whom they rarely get to see.

As a Marine and a travel nurse, their lives have taken them across the country, collecting friendships, stories, and adventures along the way. Yesterday was about celebrating all of it.

And celebrate they did.

A little autumn magic in the Catskills, an explosion of color, mismatched vintage glassware, homemade food, c***r donuts, a whole lot of laughter, and absolutely no pressure to take themselves too seriously. Just good people, good memories, and a couple who clearly know how to have a good time.

One of the things Anna said in her original inquiry has stuck with me: she wanted photographs that captured life. Not just what everything looked like, but what it felt like to be there. The kind of photographs that bring you right back to the people, the laughter, and the moments you didn’t even realize were happening.

And I think that’s exactly what yesterday was all about.

Anna and Doug, what a joy it was to be part of your wonderfully unconventional celebration. Here’s to a lifetime of chasing adventures, finding your people wherever life takes you, and never losing that sense of fun along the way.

A few shots from a balmy October day with Nik and Nora. Venue: Sandy River GetawayPlanner: Golden Day Wedding Co
10/06/2026

A few shots from a balmy October day with Nik and Nora.

Venue: Sandy River Getaway
Planner: Golden Day Wedding Co

Shot the sweetest wedding on Saturday with the sweetest couple, friends, and family. Joy filled, love filled, and celebr...
09/07/2026

Shot the sweetest wedding on Saturday with the sweetest couple, friends, and family. Joy filled, love filled, and celebratory—exactly as a wedding should be.

Venue: Avery Park and Westminster Presbyterian Church
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“We want our love captured as it is. We are madly in love, sometimes it’s fun, sometimes it’s dramatic, sometimes it’s e...
08/10/2026

“We want our love captured as it is. We are madly in love, sometimes it’s fun, sometimes it’s dramatic, sometimes it’s easy breezy, sometimes it’s complex, sometimes it’s sexy.”

Aaron + Tyler…madly in love, best friends, wild for each other. Their incredible day, captured as it was.

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Hair & Make-up: Luxe Artistry Group | Bex Benlesau
Tattoo artist:

Katherine and Matt and a few snapshots of their day on film.
06/30/2026

Katherine and Matt and a few snapshots of their day on film.

I was promised a big, wild Irish Catholic wedding and Abbie, John, and their guests did not disappoint. Venue: Universit...
06/21/2026

I was promised a big, wild Irish Catholic wedding and Abbie, John, and their guests did not disappoint.

Venue: University of Portland | Christ the Teacher Chapel & Bauccio Commons
Planner: Your Perfect Bridesmaid
Florist: Florish
Dessert: Larson's Bakery
DJ: Dj_Lure_Pdx
HMUA: The Wildeflower Collective

The sweetest lil elopement with a broken watch set to their ceremony time, handmade bouquets, leather loafers, and a coc...
06/07/2026

The sweetest lil elopement with a broken watch set to their ceremony time, handmade bouquets, leather loafers, and a cocktail hour picnic in the park.

Sam and Ryan chose the Oregon coast because they wanted a wedding day that felt like them: relaxed, meaningful, a little...
05/24/2026

Sam and Ryan chose the Oregon coast because they wanted a wedding day that felt like them: relaxed, meaningful, a little adventurous, and completely free of unnecessary stress.

So yesterday looked like celebrating at the overlook after saying vows at Ecola Viewpoint. Wildflowers, ocean air, windswept portraits, and family gathered from all over the country. A dress covered in tiny florals. A burgundy suit that somehow matched the coast perfectly. Games at dinner so strangers could become friends. And two people who couldn’t stop making each other laugh all day long.

They told me they wanted their photos to feel candid, spontaneous, playful, silly, and goofy and honestly, they made that part easy.

Just good people, good food, good views, and a wedding day that felt entirely true to them.

Some weddings are planned over the course of a year.Others come together in a matter of weeks and somehow feel exactly a...
04/13/2026

Some weddings are planned over the course of a year.
Others come together in a matter of weeks and somehow feel exactly as they were meant to.

Kate and Brent’s intimate wedding at Silcox Hut on Mount Hood was one of those.

The weather didn’t hold back…rain, sleet, snow, wind, and fog rolled in all at once. But what stood out wasn’t the storm. It was the way their families showed up. The way everyone leaned in. The warmth inside the hut, the laughter over drinks, the quiet, meaningful moments that unfolded without rush or expectation.

A simple ceremony. A shared dinner. An evening centered entirely around the people who matter most.

Proof that a wedding doesn’t need perfect conditions to be unforgettable, it just needs intention.

Silcox Hut is one of the most unique wedding venues in Oregon, especially for couples drawn to an experience that feels both elevated and deeply personal. Accessible only by snowcat in winter, it offers something rare: a sense of separation from everything else, where the focus naturally returns to connection.

Kate and Brent, thank you for trusting me with something so meaningful, especially on such short notice. Your day was a reminder that the most powerful stories are often the simplest ones.

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Oregon wedding photographer documenting story-driven celebrations across Mount Hood and beyond.

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NW Shady Lane
Albany, OR
97321

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