Important to Note Many couples assume they can just show up and elope in a public park. However, the Portland city website explicitly states that a permit is legally required for any union ceremony where guests are invited. This includes any group larger than just the couple, officiant and two witnesses (i.e. any group of more than 5 people). Technically if it's just you an officiant and a photographer, you do not need a permit. However, the Photographer (if they're a le

I've been a member of the Sony Alpha Female community since 2019 and have drawn so much inspiration from the talent of so many incredible fellow women Sony photographers. I have periodically submitted images to their weekly Microgrant contest and, this summer, I had the honor of being selected as the "Pets" Microgrant theme winner! I'm so grateful - the winning image I shot was of our 12 year old beloved lab - my partner in adventure - Libby. The winning shot came with a $