Mobile Music

East Side Streetcar Mobile Music Fest - Portland, OR 10/6/2012

I work in the transportation field, and thus find myself with a greater appreciation for various forms of mass transit. This also means I find myself volunteering and/or attending more transportation-related events than the average citizen. The Streetcar Mobile Music Fest is a night when local musicians get a chance to perform on the streetcar as it makes its way through the city. Usually the people on board have no idea what on earth is going on, but that's part of the fun. This shot was taken in between songs. One of the guys had a giant boombox (very 1996) while the other performed (the guy in the reflection).

Mawiage

You may kiss the bride - Mary's Peak 8/3/2012

Leap of Faith

Disclaimer: I am not a professional photographer; I just love to take pictures.

My best friend's sister had a small, intimate ceremony at the summit of Mary's Peak and asked me to be there and take pictures. They didn't have the budget to spend on a professional, but just wanted to make sure they had pictures from the event.

Brian, the groom, was waiting at the summit with the rest of the guests as Elise and her parents hiked up to meet everyone. I was honored to be asked to do this, and am grateful to have such amazing and fun people in my life. These goofballs really wanted a photo that looked like they were running to jump off of a cliff...

As far as lighting goes, high noon isn't exactly the ideal time, but I did alright!