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Hi there, I'm so glad you're here! I'm Melissa, the creative mind
behind Soul Mates Photo. I enjoy spending time with people - with or
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Adi and Matt. I think one of my favorite things about the wedding was the way Matt spoke about, took care of and stood in awe of Adi. You can truly tell he adores her (good job raising a awesome son!) Despite the weather report, 10.10.10 smiled on Adi and Matt. The rain broke, however, I didn't see one dry eye in the audience during the wedding or the wedding toasts! It was a event filled with family and friends.
Matt's family is responsible for many of the new modern buildings around downtown Portland, lucky for us we were able to have access to CYAN - conveniently across from the church in which the couple was getting married at... the same church the bride's parents were married at years ago. There were so, so many little sentimental details sprinkled throughout their wedding. A few of my favorites were getting ready moments, communion during the ceremony, guest paparazzi at the bottom of the church stairs directly after the ceremony, the tender moments alone as husband and wife, the private streetcar, the double level reception area, and the dancing... can't forget the dancing!
A list of amazing vendors that put the show on. Without them it wouldn't be a party!
- Venue: Portland Center Stage http://www.pcs.org/
- Ceremony: The Church of St. Michael the Archangel http://www.stmichaelportland.org/
- Rings/Jewelry: Kassab Jewelers http://www.kassabjewelers.com
- Coordinator: Soler Production Company - Sue Cool
- Bridal Gown and Veil: Ana's Bridal http://www.anasbridal.com
- Tux: Mr. Formal http://www.mrformaltuxedos.com
- Bridesmaids dresses: J Crew http://jcrew.com
- Preperations: CyanPDX http://cyanpdx.com
- Transportation: Portland Streetcar http://www.portlandstreetcar.org/
- Flowers: Aunt - Lourdes Pinder
- Catering: Art of Catering http://www.artofcatering.net
- Cake: Beaverton Bakery http://www.beavertonbakery.com
- Ceremony Musicians: Janet Coleman
- DJ: Moondance Entertainment http://www.moondancedjs.com
- Wine: Stoller Vineyards http://www.stollervineyards.com
- Linens: Cargo http://www.cargoinc.com
- Cake Toppers: Etsy and Plasticland.com
- Headpiece: Etsy
- Makeup: Chrisanne Davishttp://www.chrisannedavis.com
- Hair: Yen Nguyen of Prima Salon
- Table numbers, place cards, and table assignments: DYI
- Invitations: Oblations http://www.oblationpapers.com
- Photography: Melissa w/ Soul Mates Photo http:soulmatesphoto.com
- Photographer assistant: Maalaea Gustafson
What image is your favorite? I had too many...!









How did you get so high up for the birds eye view shots? Those are cool! I like the bw portrait of her with the nice window light.
(11.02.10 @ 10:36 AM)You were everywhere!!! Impressed with all the different angles and views you got! I wish I was getting married so you could be my wedding photographer.
(11.02.10 @ 10:41 AM)All of the photos are amazing! But my favorite is probably the stunning view from high above the church with the couple standing out front. That is REALLY neat! The B&W image of the bride & groom kissing on the MAXX is also super fun! A close second in my favorites category! :)
(11.02.10 @ 10:46 AM)Seriously stunning Melissa. What a gorgeous wedding, and couple! I don't know how you took the photo looking over the edge down at the church. I can feel my feet tingling just looking at it!
(11.02.10 @ 04:59 PM)Such gorgeous photos and a gorgeous wedding! Great job Melissa!
(11.03.10 @ 10:08 AM)thanks for the love! ok, i was able to get the birds eye view because the bride got ready in the penthouse of CYAN PDX directly across the street. Same with the grooms men. one of the dudes live in one of the spaces there. pretty unusual, uh! one of my favorites.
(11.03.10 @ 06:59 PM)Beautiful.....one of .my favorites is their first dance
(11.04.10 @ 08:26 PM)Love the details and group shots, gorgeous!
(11.11.10 @ 05:52 PM)Gorgeous!
(11.15.10 @ 07:35 PM)Gorgeous!
(11.15.10 @ 07:37 PM)Wow! I really enjoyed checking this out. Great work.
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