Abiqua Falls Wedding

Abiqua Falls Wedding

Portland, Oregon wedding photographer

Chelsea and Scott let nature guide them as they planned their elopement in one of central Oregon's hidden gems.

The journey to this special spot involved a very bumpy and dusty drive on a narrow road lined by sharp bushes and steep drop offs. After many twists and turns, we left the cars behind and hiked down a vertical trail, at times grasping ropes for assistance. All the while, Chelsea's wedding dress, their wedding rings, and their carefully written vows remained attached to Scott's backpack. The hike wasn't a walk in the park-- we were all a bit sweaty once we arrived at the bottom of the valley. When the land opened up and the waterfall came into view, the air became cooler. I promise you this-- the breeze felt like it was carrying some sort of magic dust. I had never seen a waterfall so perfect and beautiful, and it was a feeling I won't forget.

Chelsea and Scott exchanged promises to one another with the guidance of their good friend (and now wedding officiant), Aria, and the majestic waterfall served as a witness. The walls cocooning Chelsea and Scott in this special place served to reinforce an important certainty in their relationship-- nature and fresh air will always be of utmost importance to them and their life together.

Chelsea and Scott did it right. They chose to begin a journey together, and they selected Mother Nature as their witness. The dress; the rings; the ritual-- those were all secondary. The day was incredible.. a true demonstration of what love and adventure is all about.

Thank you for allowing me to be there to capture it all.