A wedding party cheering on a bride and groom after their reception.
A bride and groom taking sunset portraits in an Oregon vineyard.
A sparkler send-off at an Aerie at Eagle Landing wedding reception.
A bride and groom embrace at their Oregon Garden Resort wedding.
An engaged couple embraces during their Government Cove engagement session.
A couple kisses passionately during their Cannon Beach engagement session.

PORTLAND WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

YOUR STORY, UNSCRIPTED
A bride and groom taking sunset photos at the Butler Barn in Portland.

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an elopement couple walking on Hug Point beach in Oregon at sunset.

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A couple cuddling during their engagement session at Tanner Springs Park in Portland.

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Portland wedding photographer Andrea Zajonc

Andrea zajonc

I first discovered my love of photography among the roses of René Vivani Square in the heart of Paris, a love that has blossomed into wedding, engagement, family, and portrait photography in and around Portland, Oregon. My style is timeless and candid, capturing moments of elegance and authenticity in gorgeous natural light.

Together we’ll look for the intimate pause before the walk down the aisle, the loving gaze between a newly-engaged couple, the joyous spontaneity of a family outing. The magic starts before you ever see the camera. The right Portland wedding photographer will make you feel comfortable and confident. Most importantly, working with me is a carefree, uplifting experience of adventure, laughter, romance, and elegance.

ABOUT ME
A bride and groom share a sweet moment during their Waverley Country Club wedding reception.

why work with me?

I capture more than moments

I want you to be able to feel the love on your wedding day through your photographs. I will be there with you every step of the way so that you can focus fully on being present for yourselves and your friends and family. Your photos will be a lasting memory of the best day of your life.

I recently shot my 200th wedding

From intimate outdoor ceremonies to raucous ballroom celebrations, I’ve seen the quiet moments, the fireworks, and everything in between. My weddings are not just a swirl of aisles, arches, and altars, each has been as unique and beautiful as the couple themselves.

Attention to detail

I use Canon camera and lighting systems, which are meticulously serviced by licensed professionals and regularly upgraded as new models are released. I believe deeply that every wedding deserves the best equipment and attention to detail. You should expect nothing less for your amazing day.

Authentic & Timeless

I believe in stunning, artistic, intimate wedding photography with a timeless, unrehearsed feel that evokes enough emotion to last a lifetime. I want your real personality, your raw emotions, your candid moments. Your comfort and confidence make the photo, not forced poses or trendy gimmicks. True love is timeless.

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Andrea is easy to work with, a good communicator, professional but fun, and she’s amazingly talented!! Andrea photographed both our engagement and wedding and we are in love with our photos. She was flexible in meeting us out in the Columbia River Gorge for our engagement shoot and was even able to reschedule last-minute so we could have a beautiful sunset as a backdrop instead of grey skies.

Our wedding venue was a little tricky to work with lighting-wise, but Andrea handled it like a pro and all our pictures are spectacular. She gave us dozens of sneak peeks just days after our wedding, and we can’t wait to get the whole album back!

If you’re looking for beautiful and timeless photography, I can’t recommend Andrea enough.
Megan + Phil
Amaterra Winery
When initially planning our wedding, I think searching for a photographer was the hardest part. Where do you start? So many amazing portfolios and websites, but you can’t really get a feel for the most important part – how are they going to make you feel on your wedding day? Do they know what you’re really looking for, and will they deliver?

Andrea knocked those unknowns out of the park! We’ve had people tell us that you can actually feel what the wedding day was like looking through our pictures. The portraits, detail photos, and candid shots all add up to the best memories we could have hoped for.
Adam + Brad
Cooper’s Hall
a bride and groom pose for sunset photos at their Abbey Road Farm wedding in Carlton, Oregon.

Authentic, emotional and beautiful moments that last a lifetime.

Your wedding is one of the best days of your life and it should always be about you. I constantly strive to bring a more artistic and creative flow into my photography process so that my clients photos are uniquely and authentically designed – without sacrificing the beauty of the moment and my professional touch. Above all, I want you to feel your wedding day through your photos and remember it forever.

Get in touch
A bride and groom taking photos outside of The Evergreen.
A couple kissing in Cathedral Park on their wedding day.
A bride and groom taking portraits during their solar eclipse wedding.
A bride walking down the grand staircase the Oregon Golf Club.
A gay couple taking wedding portraits at the Oregon Garden.

next steps:

1. contact me

Do you love natural posing with true-to-life edits? Yay! Me too! I can’t wait to talk to you. Send me an note through my contact form and I will get in touch to share my availability and pricing.

2. Schedule a call

We will set up a video call to get to know each other. This is where you can ask me anything and I will chat in more depth about how much I would love to work with you!

3. Sign, Sealed, delivered

Sign my contract, pay the retainer, schedule your engagement session and done! We will work together to make sure your timeline and shot list is perfect. Your final photos will be delivered for you to cherish forever!

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weddings

begin at $3600

From intimate outdoor ceremonies to large ballroom celebrations, I’ve seen the quiet moments, the fireworks, and everything in between. My weddings are not just a swirl of aisles, arches, and altars, each has been as unique and beautiful as the couple themselves.

elopements

begin at $1950

I now offer a low-stress and convenient way for couples to have the elopement of their dreams. In addition to photography coverage, Elope in Portland offers all-inclusive packages.

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frequently asked questions

how many delivered images should i expect?

I typically deliver 1,000-1,500 polished images for a 6-8 hour wedding. I guarantee a minimum of 100 photos per event hour.

Are you available for destination weddings?

I love destination weddings! Please contact me to discuss pricing and availability.

Is it important to find a photographer who has shot at my venue previously?

It’s most important to find an experienced photographer with whom you feel comfortable, regardless of venue. If there are any specific concerns or complexities about a venue, I will in rare cases do a pre-event walk-through.

How would you describe your photography style?

I believe in stunning, artistic, intimate wedding photography with a timeless, unrehearsed feel that evokes enough emotion to last a lifetime. I want your real personality, your raw emotions, your candid moments. Your comfort and confidence make the photo, not forced poses or trendy gimmicks. True love is authentic, true beauty is timeless.

What kind of equipment do you use?

I use Canon camera and lighting systems, which are serviced by licensed professionals and regularly upgraded as new models are released. I typically bring three camera bodies (two main and a backup,) multiple memory cards (including duplicates and backups), as well as all necessary lenses and lighting.

Do you provide videography coverage?

I specialize in photography services only. Please don’t hesitate to let me know what you’re looking for in a videographer and I’ll do my utmost to refer you to a talented, highly experienced colleague.

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Our journey begins with your story. How you fell in love. What you treasure most. Your vision for the most important day of your life. Stunning, artistic photographs don’t come just from the eye. They come from the heart.

Let’s take the first step today.

why i became a wedding photographer in portland, or

Portland is a special place, and photography is a calling. 

My job lets me brush my fingertips against the botanicals of the Blockhouse as sunlight filters through their draped canopies. I watch from behind Corinthian pillars as long-separated friends and families reunite in the gorgeous Governor Ballroom of the Sentinel Hotel and newlyweds as they steal a quiet kiss beneath the oak barrels of Coopers Hall. On clear days, I see awestruck guests pointing out the snow capped mountain peaks, and when clouds darken the skies, they light up the night with brilliant sparklers.

Portland is a place for everyone, especially those who have found a love that will last a lifetime. My job takes me from the rolling vineyards of the Willamette, to downtown luxury ballrooms, to the towering piers of St. Johns Bridge. I’ve photographed couples from five continents who came here for the biggest day of their lives. My home is beautiful, vibrant, and welcoming to all, and I could not be more grateful for my calling. Thank you for spending this time with me, and I’d be honored to be part of your wedding story.