Portland Wedding & Elopement Photographer
Relaxed and fun photographer creating Bright, Dreamy and Vibrant Imagery that tells a unique story of your family.
Portland Wedding & Elopement Photographer
serving the pacific northwest
Portland Wedding & elopement Photographer
Hi, I’m Kara!
I just want you to know that you’ve come to a safe space for all! I just love love in all capacities and truly feel it should be represented exactly as it is. I genuinely put so much care and effort into every single wedding and elopement that I take on and want you to feel that! No two wedding days should be alike, because this is your beautiful, unique day! Each wedding or elopement that I capture represents a unique dynamic following YOUR story. I love getting to capture your authentic memories on a still image while following fun posing prompts for portraits that don’t feel strict or stiff and seeing the candid moments that you might miss on your big day, but become such an important heirloom when you look back on your day.
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what's included
A la carte options available such as: courthouse wedding, additional hours, additional coverage, and travel outside of Portland Metro area.
Complementary Engagement sessions with every wedding package
Wedding Welcome Guide
Timeline assistance if needed along with preferred vendor referrals.
Candid shots throughout your wedding day, along with posing prompts during your formal portraits.
An online gallery with high-resolution images along with printing rights for printing and sharing.
Each WEDDING PACKAGE includes:
Book an Engagement or proposal session
Are you looking to go straight to booking an engagement, elopement session or even just a couples session first? While my engagement sessions are complementary when booking any package, you can always book a regular session with me first to see if we are a good fit! Contact me for more info if you'd like to chat a bit more.
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THE PREMIUM COLLECTION IS PERFECT FOR THE COUPLE THAT WANTS THE ENTIRE DAY COVERED. FROM GETTING READY, TO THE FIRST LOOK, THROUGH THE CEREMONY AND THROUGHOUT THE RECEPTION. YOU'LL HAVE ALL OF THE IMPORTANT PARTS COVERED.
$2,600
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THE STANDARD PACKAGE IS GREAT FOR THE COUPLE THAT WANTS MOST OF THE DAY COVERED WITHOUT ALL OF THE EXTRAS. WITH THIS package TYPE, WE WILL BE ABLE TO design THE TIMELINE THAT WILL CURATE THE MOMENTS THAT ARE MOST IMPORTANT TO YOU, WHILE LEAVING OUT THE PARTS THAT AREN'T.
$2,200
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THE ELOPEMENT COLLECTION IS DESIGNED FOR THE COUPLE THAT DOES NOT NEED A RECEPTION COVERED, BUT IS FOCUSING ON THE CEREMONY, COUPLES PORTRAITS, AND FAMILY FORMALS. THIS CAN ALSO COVER ELOPEMENTS IN EPIC LOCATIONS, WHILE SOMETIMES GETTING TO UTILIZE MORE THAN ONE LOCATION FOR PHOTOS.
STARTING AT $1,600
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All Packages include a complementary Engagement session. Each package is curated to fit your needs as perfectly as possible with timeline assistance.
Investment
Absolutely! I will do whatever you feel comfortable with. I have had couples that want to speak with a real person, while others love to have everything written down. We can even meet up for coffee as well! I want to do whatever makes YOU feel comfortable.
Can we setup a phone call?
Yes, I do travel and would love to hear about your vision for whatever adventure you're dreaming up! I so enjoy photographing your love in epic locations!
Do you travel?
I recommend booking about 8–12 months in advance for weddings. However, don't hesitate to reach out if you have a tighter timeline than that. I just may be able to work out your date!
How far in advance should we book?
Frequently asked questions
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE KARAMARIE! 😊 She was, without a doubt, the best photographer we could have asked for on our wedding day. Words truly can’t express how wonderful she is. She’s one of the kindest people I’ve ever met, and I felt completely comfortable with her from the very beginning. She’s energetic, incredibly hardworking, and SO talented.
-Alexis E.
We cannot say enough wonderful things about Kara Russell with Kara Marie Photography. She photographed our daughter’s wedding a year ago, and we are still absolutely in awe of the images. Every photo was stunning — she captured the day beautifully, naturally, and with so much emotion.
-Jill S.
"Finally a photographer who doesn't only provide amazing photos, but is also a breeze to work with. I finally found a photographer to capture all of life's changing moments. I will be sure to recommend her to all my family and friends. Thank you, Kara!!"
-Amanda
"Kara was wonderful! We got fresh 48 photos with her when our little boy was born. She was incredibly accommodating and sweet. She helped us capture the most precious moments. We hope to use her with any family photos or occasions moving forward. She a great photographer and a sweet girl. She really cares about capturing the candid in between moments and making sure it’s fun."
-Fides Family
We started using Kara’s photography services a few years ago for family photos, and I’m SO glad we found her! She’s such a warm, friendly person and somehow gets my shy kids to open up for some amazing photos. Cannot recommend her enough!
-Adrianne P.
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