Intimate Oregon Coast Wedding Inspiration

Ok we have one smoking hot editorial for you this morning. You’ll want to stop what you’re doing and pour over these stunning images by Portland Wedding Photographer DONNY ZAVALA from his Oregon coast workshop held in conjunction with TYLER RYE. Exquisitely styled by JANNA BROWN – who also created the utterly amazing bouquet – the images were captured on Indian Beach and DONNY has really made the story come alive. A gorgeous CLAIRE LA FAYE gown shimmers in the shimmers in the setting sun.

Janna tells us, “When Donny Zavala reached out to me many months ago about being a part of the Oregon Coast Workshop, I began dreaming of concepts that would play out on the shores of the Pacific shoreline. I imagined hazy sunrises and blush toned sunsets, where the forest seemingly collides with the beaches. ‘Washed Ashore’ was taking shape in my mind, and coming to life through fabrics, textures, and colour palettes.

Often I build my concepts around a storyline, and as I put my pen to the paper, the story bloomed into colourful imagery:

‘The sands rushed under her fingertips as the tide tugged at her salty gown. The gulls called in the distance and the sun began to set through the haze. The warmth of rays on her skin slowly awakened her. Her eyes searched for the familiar, but she knew nothing of where she was. Drawing herself from shore, she cried out to him, then felt his arms envelop her and draw her close.’

Standing on the shores in Oregon and watching this shoot unfold was a beautifully rewarding experience. Seeing Donny and Tyler Rye’s labor of love come to fruition, and being a small part of huge team of exceptionally talented vendors was both humbling and good for the soul. Many times in this industry, the experiences and the relationships you gain become more fulfilling than any photograph could ever hope to be.”

For all of our Portland brides, be sure to check-out our curated vendor guide for talented PORTLAND WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS and incredible inspiration for your wedding day.

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