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I'M ERIKA, THE GIRL BEHIND THE LENS, PASSIONATELY CAPTURING LIFE'S GENUINE MOMENTS.

hi friend,
 

i'm glad you're here
 

I'm a proud mom to my 9-year-old son, Oliver James, and our lovable tabby cat, Pippa. I'm also lucky enough to share my life with my wonderful partner and three bonus children, who have filled a space in my heart I didn't know I was missing. Together, we've built a beautiful (and sometimes delightfully chaotic!) blended family full of love, laughter, and endless adventures.

 

I believe variety truly is the spice of life—and I'm often the first to say YES to a big idea (because let's be honest, FOMO is real). One of the greatest blessings of being a photographer is that no two stories are ever the same. Every couple, every family, every milestone has its own unique beauty, and documenting it never gets old.

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If you're looking for a Portland, Oregon photographer to preserve a special moment or celebrate a new life chapter, I’d be honored to tell your story. Let’s create something beautiful—and have a little fun while we're at it!​


Erika

FUN FACTS

MY PASSIONS

MY PHILOSOPHY

Photography can sometimes get a bad rap, mostly based on outdated norms. I believe that your experience with me should be enjoyable - after all, we're capturing YOUR amazing memories. The last 6 years have taught me that creating an authentic atmosphere will lend itself to the most amazing results. I pride myself in building friendships with my clients, providing important insight to a couple in preparation of wedding day, and even finding calm within the chaos of a family shoot. Every session is an opportunity to connect and I'm here for it all! 

Where do I begin...:) Loving my family. Living a mission-based life. Spending time in nature. Pushing myself outside my comfort zone even when it scares me. Investing in friendships who become family. Enjoying an oatmilk latte, especially on a crisp fall day. Traveling solo. Laughing so hard that my cheeks hurt. Connecting with people on an emotional level. Petting all the dogs. Setting a new goal and reaching it. Enjoying taco Tuesdays with friends. Walking the Oregon Coast at sunset. And last, but certainly not least, finding peace in the messy adventure we call life.

MY GOALS

While in my 30's, a dear friend challenged me to make a '30 things to do in my 30's' list. Fast-forward a decade and I'm still hooked on this concept. I believe setting goals, trying new things, and challenging oneself never goes out of style. A few things on my horizon are:

 

  • Shoot in more national parks

  • Complete a triathlon

  • Hike a section of the Pacific Crest Trail

  • Join a book club

  • Visit Iceland, Portugal or Peru

  • Take my mom to Kauai for her 72nd!

are we a match?

Contact me for 2025 - 2026 availability!

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