Really, it's pretty simple: Hire Nadia…read more Beyond being a very talented photographer, she's also a good human being. I know this because I've worked with Nadia both as a wedding planner and as a wedding industry professional trying to change our industry. We first met in a class about inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility in the wedding industry. We continued to cross paths with that work over the course of two years until, in May 2022, we finally got a chance to work together in-person at a wedding. This wedding wasn't easy. It was torrential downpours and fully outdoors save a few tents. And you know where Nadia was the whole time? Right out there alongside me in the pouring rain, showing up for the couple, their guests, and our fellow vendors. Throughout, she centered the couple and their joy, giving them time and space to feel all of the wonderful feels while also making sure they got what they hoped for in terms of photos. This care and professionalism is rare and it is special so again: Hire Nadia.

I mean this with 100% certainty: our micro-wedding wouldn't have been a fraction of the success it…read morewas without Nadia at Venture Ever After. She helped us plan the perfect timeline for our wants and needs, provided custom recommendations for private vow locations and other vendors, and guided us with grace throughout the entire process. She invested so much time and energy from start to finish and I'm so incredibly happy with the outcome. If you want to capture beautiful, intimate moments in the PNW with the highest quality and most professional service, you want to work with Venture Ever After.

Nicole's wonderful- very friendly and easy to work with! My husband and I enjoyed working with her…read morefor our maternity and newborn photos, and the photos turned out beautifully. She was also helpful in providing information about maternity photo locations and tips for the newborn photos. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer who works well with couples and little ones. We'll definitely be contacting her in the future for more beautiful photos.

Had a great experience with Nicole and our week-old son. We were able to have a easy conversation…read moreabout what my wife and I were looking for, and she made it happen. It was great to be able to share our vision, and have her bring it to life. The photos turned out great, and I would call her again the next time we need photos of the family. Also, Nicole was great to work with over the phone and email, and super prompt about replying and delivering photos on time. As first-time parents, we had a lot on our plate, and she was a breeze to work with.

Our experience with Lovebug Pictures was so dang GOOD! We really debated whether or not we wanted a…read morewedding video. A lot of wedding videos weren't our style and it is a pretty significant investment for us. But when we found Lauren's website we knew we finally had a real contender! Our initial phone call went so great and I think we talked 20 minutes longer than planned because we got along so well. She really understood what we were looking for and was willing to get creative with us. She incorporated different mediums and went above and beyond what we could have imagined. Not only is Lauren incredibly multi-talented, but she is the type of person you would love to have around during such an important, fun, and at times stressful day! She really felt like a friend and we never felt like we had a camera in our faces or like the video was taking away from the moment we were having. Lauren was very gracious with her time and did everything she could to make us feel taken care of. We are so glad we invested in a wedding video because it really brings the wedding back to life in a unique way that compliments our photos so well. We seriously can't thank her enough for documenting all the important moments & speeches, and for capturing the essence of our wedding so beautifully. We hope we get a chance to work with Lauren again somehow, or maybe just party down with her! Can't say enough good things.

We loved working with Lauren! She coordinated well with our photographers, and she really helped us…read moreto feel comfortable in front of the camera. The final product was amazing, and she really gave us something that we can watch over and over to relive the best day of our lives. Thanks so much for everything!!!

Gray Gables Estate was the perfect venue for our wedding. The entire property is absolutely…read morebeautiful with stunning gardens, peaceful pathways, and romantic spaces that made our day feel magical from start to finish. Everywhere you turn feels like a picture perfect moment and our photos turned out breathtaking. The staff was exceptional. They were organized, kind, and truly invested in making our day everything we dreamed of. Every detail was handled with care and professionalism which allowed us to relax and fully enjoy the day. We felt supported and cared for the entire time. Our guests could not stop talking about how gorgeous the venue was and how smooth everything felt. It is rare to find a place that brings together such beauty, great service, and a warm welcoming atmosphere. Gray Gables gave us the wedding day we always hoped for. We are so grateful to Gray Gables Estate for making our celebration unforgettable. I highly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a stunning and stress free wedding experience.

Attended a gala and dinner fundraiser earlier this year and had a wonderful time! The wait staff…read morewas very accommodating and attentive; the food - superb, which as a vegetarian guest, I rarely can offer such accolades. The presentation and audio/visual - was easy to see and hear - no matter where you were seated in the ballroom of 200. Brava! We will return. Thank you!

A great find. Responsive, professional, reasonably priced, and very personable. Took indoor and…read moreoutdoor photos for an anniversary party. She returned calls, unlike other studios we called and was willing to work at something that wasn't a wedding party or baby shoot.

We loved working with Stella! She made it easy & comfortable to get family photos taken…read more We have gotten so many compliments on our photos. We would definitely use Stella Maris Photography for more sessions.

This is the perfect venue for hosting a small party. The room is tastefully decorated. We hosted…read moreour daughter's baby shower there and loved it. Everyone I dealt with answered my questions and promptly communicated with me throughout the process. We were able to visit the venue twice to determine what we needed. They are flexible as far as who we hired to do the catering and bar service. They have a freight elevator and a wagon to help transport items. I appreciated having the option of clean up services for an additional fee. I also used their dishes and they are beautiful. The cost for this venue is extremely affordable for such a classy place. My daughter walked in and said it felt like she was in a dream! Thank you again for providing such a beautiful venue.

We have used this venue twice now for our family Christmas, once for a baby shower, and we already…read morehave it scheduled for a bridal shower in a few months. Tendue is a great space for gatherings, spacious, decorated very cute, great lighting from the windows and the staff is very accommodating, We are already planning our next Christmas gathering for 2024 to be at Tendue.

We love this venue. We attended a wedding a friend hosted by The Abernathy Center. They have a…read morechapel and a reception fall. Both venues are close but not in the same building. They are directly across the street from one another. When you drive into the area there are signs for parking that are close the reception hall. If you're attending a wedding it's going to be in the chapel. So the walking from the parking lot to the chapel isn't super convenient if you're wearing your best formals. Anyway lovely place. Spacious enough for a mid sized event.

Pro : Delightful layout, friendly staff…read more Con: Not much rain cover for Oregon outdoor location. Parking lot to event location could be a wet walk. Came here to attend a wedding around June, was lucky that it was a dry afternoon and evening. The ceremony site is pretty much directly below the reception location, so easy to get around. Bathroom is a 1 minute walk from the reception site but also not covered.

Abby is amazing! She truly knows how to capture real moments and the very best of people. I've…read morereached out to her for family photoshoots and other photography help like staff headshots and office location photos for my business and my clients', too. She once made an office building that is stuck in the 80's look sleek and modern in her photos. Needless to say, Abby is a magician and a pleasure to work with no matter who or what she's shooting!

I recently coordinated a wedding where Abby Rae was the photographer. I was really impressed with…read moreher cool and collected attitude throughout the day. She made the couple feel at easy and photos went seamlessly. I highly recommend Abby and hope to work with her again soon!