A smiling couple embraces outdoors, with the woman showcasing vibrant blue hair and a tattooed arm resting on the man’s shoulders.

Portland, Oregon Engagement Photos at

Portland Women’s Forum State Scenic Viewpoint

Looking for creative and fun Portland, Oregon engagement photos? You’ll love Karina and Brian’s session at the picturesque Portland Women’s Forum State Scenic Viewpoint in the Columbia River Gorge, just a stone’s throw from Vista House. As big fans of comic books, Star Wars, and Ghostbusters, Karina and Brian infused their passion for pop culture into every moment of their engagement shoot. It was an absolute blast to capture their love story against the dramatic backdrop of the Gorge!

To bring Karina and Brian’s personalities to life, we partnered with Power of Love Rentals, who custom-styled props to enhance the session. From small themed items to larger show-stopping pieces, adding rentals to an engagement shoot can truly elevate your photos and highlight your unique interests. If you’re planning a Portland engagement session, consider incorporating elements that celebrate who you are—whether it’s your favorite fandoms, hobbies, or personal style. As a Portland engagement photographer, We believe these personal touches make your photos memorable, and the Columbia River Gorge provides the perfect setting to showcase your love and individuality.

A couple sits under a tree, the man gently leaning his head toward the woman, who has her eyes closed and wears a denim jacket with vibrant blue hair.

A smiling couple sits together under a tree, holding hands. The man wears a black shirt, and the woman, with bright blue hair, wears a denim jacket and a floral dress.

A couple kisses outdoors, surrounded by lush green trees. The man wears a black shirt, and the woman, with vibrant blue hair, is dressed in a floral skirt and denim jacket.

A couple stands outdoors in front of a large tree, smiling at the camera. The man wears a black shirt, and the woman, with vibrant blue hair, wears a floral dress and denim jacket.

A woman with vibrant blue hair smiles softly at the camera, wearing a floral dress that reveals a detailed tattoo on her shoulder. The background is lush and green.

A couple poses outdoors in a sunny, grassy field with trees in the background. The woman wears a floral dress with vibrant blue hair, and the man wears a black shirt and casual shorts.

Power of Love rentals is the mother daughter team of Elaine Mee and Erin Fogg. They started their company in 2013, and have had the best time since then, helping couples design and plan their weddings. Elaine loves bird watching, figuring out what plants to put in the yard next, and enjoying the grand kids. Erin is the theatre geek with a love for learning new things all the time. They have absolutely fallen in love with the wedding and event industry and make it their goal to ensure that the couples they work with have an event that reflects their personality in a meaningful way. We wholeheartedly recommend Power of Love Rentals for everyones rental needs. Their customer service is top notch and they have a terrific inventory.

A whimsical yellow wooden chair with a black and white checkered top hat draped over the back, set in an outdoor scene with a blurred table setting and greenery in the background.

An open comic book displayed on a textured white tablecloth, accented with green leaves and white flowers, while colorful glassware and table settings blur in the background.

A whimsical table setting featuring a teacup with a red rose, placed on a playing card, atop a black plate and teal charger. Two elegant glasses, one red and one black, are blurred in the background.

A red cake stand holds powdered donuts and strawberries, with a “Drink Me” tag attached to small glass bottles. A red rose rests beside the stand, set against a whimsical outdoor backdrop.

Antique-style keys tied with a black and white striped ribbon rest on an open comic book atop a textured white tablecloth, creating a playful and vintage-inspired scene.

A white teacup filled with vibrant red roses and delicate white flowers sits atop a black ornate tray on a textured white tablecloth, with a blurred yellow chair in the background.

A table adorned with gold candlesticks and a teal vase holding a red rose and white flowers, set against a textured white tablecloth with a blurred yellow chair and greenery in the background.

Two decorative pink flamingos stand in the grass beside a table with a textured white tablecloth, adorned with gold candlesticks and a teal vase holding red + white flowers

As Portland engagement photographers, Eric and I had an absolute blast working with Karina and Brian on their Columbia River Gorge session! Their unique personalities, style, and outfits brought so much energy to every shot, making the day truly unforgettable.

Sometimes, doing something a little different—like teaming up with a rental company and stylist—can really showcase who you are as a couple. We knew we had to collaborate with an amazing team to create this one-of-a-kind setting. Whether it’s incorporating your favorite fandoms or styling a themed backdrop, these creative touches can take your Portland engagement photos to the next level.

My best advice for any engagement session is simple: showcase who you really are! Your photos will be more meaningful, memorable, and—most importantly—authentically you.

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