Erin and Nate's Mt. Hood Wedding

Erin and Nate got married at the Inn at the Mountain in Mt. Hood, Oregon. These two are some of my closest friends. Erin and I went to college together. We then found ourselves across the country living in Pittsburgh together after college and our friendship continued when we both moved back to the PNW around the same time. She has always been someone I love so SO much and her adventurous spirit and big heart have always drawn me to her. When Nate came along, I was blown away by his welcoming personality and friendly spirit. I was just getting to know him around the time of my own wedding 5 years ago, and he came and stayed with us and had about an hour long conversation with my husband's grandma- it was in that moment, I knew he was someone special. The two of them together are perfect- they balance each other, push each other, and support each other. When it came time for Erin's wedding, we had a long talk about it and what role I would play- ultimately, I told her it's an honor to attend, it's an honor to be in, and it's an honor to capture it. Truly, it was a win-win-win for me. There is something awesome about capturing a friend's wedding- you know most of the people, you know the relationships and the history of those relationships. You can pick up quicker what's going on, feelings and emotions, and you know what is MOST important to them. For Erin and Nate- that is their family and their friends. They place the highest importance on these relationships. They are all-inclusive, big hearted, encompassing people. Their day was laid back, it was fun, it was full of friends and family. There was good food, drinks, and a TON of dancing. I feel so lucky to have been able to capture this day for them, and more lucky to call them dear friends. 

HMUA: Rebecca | Florals + Decor: Suzanne Schick