Whether you’re planning a faraway destination wedding or bringing guests into your own mountain hometown, a wedding weekend is about connection, shared experiences, and giving your guests the time of their lives—not just four hours on the dance floor.

Planning a destination wedding? We’re sharing the top 5 things we learned from photographing a wedding near Portland—including why flying in early, scouting the venue, and connecting with your crew ahead of time makes all the difference. Whether you’re saying “I do” by the ocean or in the mountains, these tips will help your weekend run smooth from wheels down to last dance.

Summer Destination Wedding in Colorado at Spruce Mountain Ranch, brings guests from all over the world, including Brazil for a whimsical mountain wedding

Romantic Air force Wedding at St Francis of Assisi, portraits overlooking Daniels Park, followed by a reception at Cielo at Castle Pines.
