H & H
Wedding & Elopement Photographers
Wherever love takes you — cinematic, story-driven wedding photography.
FEEL your wedding day all over again.
Long after the dress is put away and the last toast is made, your photographs will be how you relive the magic of your wedding day.
Hi, I'm Rae, owner and lead photographer of H&H Photography.
I'm a wedding and elopement photographer based in Bend, Oregon, documenting love stories across Oregon, Washington, California, Hawaii, and wherever your adventure takes us.
Photography has been part of my life for more than 20 years. I learned the craft in a darkroom long before digital cameras, where I fell in love with light, emotion, and storytelling. Today, my husband Travis and I combine that passion with our love for the outdoors to create timeless, authentic images that let you remember not just what your day looked like, but exactly how it felt.
Whether you're saying "I do" on a mountaintop, beneath towering pines, along the Oregon coast, or on a beach in Hawaii, we're there to document every genuine moment with care, calm, and intention.
If you're looking for photographers who value real connection over perfect poses, we'd be honored to tell your story.
A little about us…
I don't think my love for photography started the day I picked up a camera. I think it started long before that—with the places that shaped me.
Growing up, I split my time between Oregon and California. Part of my family is from Los Angeles, so my childhood was filled with road trips up and down the West Coast. One weekend meant hiking through pine forests, the next meant watching the sun disappear over the Pacific. Those landscapes became part of who I am, teaching me that every place has its own story and every season has its own kind of beauty.
When I finally picked up a camera more than twenty years ago, I learned photography the old-fashioned way—in a darkroom. Before instant previews and endless memory cards, every frame mattered. I learned to slow down, to chase beautiful light instead of perfect poses, and to appreciate the quiet moments that often become the most meaningful memories.
That philosophy has stayed with me ever since.
Years later, I met my husband, Travis. While I fell in love with people and storytelling, he found his passion photographing wild landscapes, dramatic skies, and the places that make you stop in your tracks. Together, those two perspectives naturally came together. We see weddings not just as events, but as stories unfolding in incredible places, filled with the people who matter most.
Today, I photograph weddings and elopements throughout Oregon, Washington, California, Hawaii, and anywhere your adventure leads. Whether it's an intimate ceremony on the Oregon coast, a mountaintop vow exchange in the Cascades, or a destination celebration somewhere new, I want you to experience your wedding day—not spend it performing for the camera.
My approach is simple: be present, pay attention, and preserve what is real.
Using digital, 35mm film, and Super 8, I create images that feel honest, timeless, and full of life. The quiet hand squeezes, the wind in your veil, your grandparents laughing during dinner, the tears you didn't realize anyone noticed—those are the moments I want you to remember years from now.
Because long after the flowers have faded and the music has stopped, your photographs become the way you return to one of the most important days of your life.
I'm so grateful you're here, and I can't wait to hear your story.
We’re partners, explorers, and your personal documentary team. Based in the heart of Bend Oregon, we’ve built our life and our business around the things we love: good music, great coffee, and the rugged beauty.
When you hire H & H, you aren't just getting a photographer; you’re getting a team that knows how to balance the big, epic shots with the small, quiet ones. We believe the best photos happen when you’re busy having the time of your life. You can leave the hard stuff to us with guidance from a professional photography team with experience, training, and professionalism.
Your wedding isn't a photoshoot—it's one of the few days in your life where everyone you love is in one place.
I want you to be fully present for it.
That means I'll step in when you need a little guidance and step back when the moments deserve to unfold on their own. I'll help create space for beautiful portraits, but I'll never interrupt genuine laughter, quiet conversations, or the little moments that make your day uniquely yours.
Using digital photography, 35mm film, Super 8, and cinematic video, I document your wedding as it naturally happens, preserving every chapter of your story in a way that feels effortless and true.
For a limited time, every wedding collection includes a complimentary two-minute highlight film, so you can revisit not just the memories, but the movement, emotion, and energy of your day.
When it's all over, I don't just want you to have beautiful photographs—I want you to remember what it felt like to be there.
Working with us
The H&H Experience
Your wedding day should feel like you; beautiful, effortless, and completely unforgettable.
You deserve to feel present, confident, and celebrated from the moment you put on your dress or suit to the last dance of the night. You deserve photographs where you recognize yourself—not just how you looked, but the joy, excitement, and love you felt in those moments.
The most meaningful memories are often the ones you never planned: the way your partner looks at you when no one is watching, the laughter shared with your closest people, the happy tears during your vows, or the quiet moments in between.
Through a blend of digital photography, 35mm film, Super 8, and cinematic video, your wedding story is preserved with a timeless, artistic feel that allows you to return to those emotions for years to come.
Whether you're exchanging vows beneath the pines of Central Oregon, along the coastline, on a mountaintop, or somewhere across the world, your experience should feel relaxed, intentional, and true to who you are.
Because your photographs aren't just meant to show your wedding day—they're meant to bring you back to it.
Wedding & Elopement Portfolio
A glimpse into our work, including highlights of our favorite photographs.
Want to explore the wedding stories?…
Head over to our Blog and Comprehensive Vendor Lists for real wedding Stories and vendors we have worked with for years!
Vendors Lists:
Florists - Catering - Planners & Coordinators
Venues in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest we love!
We truly love what we do, and some of our favorite weddings take us far beyond Oregon. We are constantly traveling to California, coastal destinations, and tropical locations to capture love stories in beautiful places. Whether it’s a moody Big Sur elopement, a luxury Southern California wedding, or barefoot vows somewhere tropical, we’re always ready for the next adventure. Fill out an inquiry or check out our Instagram for more inspiration.
Complimentary Wedding Highlight Film Included
Every wedding package now includes a free 2-minute wedding highlight video to beautifully capture the emotion and atmosphere of your day.
We also offer full wedding VIDEOGRAPHY coverage, including cinematic wedding films, documentary edits, social media reels, and vintage Super 8 wedding films
If you’re planning something more intimate, we’ve created a full library of Elopement guides from location ideas to permit details over on our dedicated elopement site, Whimsical Elopement
Explore Whimsical Elopements:
Best Elopement Locations in Bend, Redmond, Sisters, and the Central Oregon area
A comprehensive location guide to eloping in The Pacific Northwest, including Silver Falls State Park, Brookings (Samuel H. Boardman), and Portland, Seattle, and San Francisco
You’ve found your people, and we can’t wait to tell your story. Travis and I have had the incredible honor of documenting weddings, capturing the quiet, fleeting moments and the loud, joyous ones. If you’re currently searching for the perfect photographer to trust with your wedding day, take a deep breath. You’re in the right place, and we are so glad you’re here.
"Rae and Travis were absolutely fantastic. We had them do our engagement photos in September of 2022 and our wedding this past September in 2023. Holy cow, I'm pretty critical when I see myself in a photo and in both sessions, the photos came out fantastic. Not only that, but even our OTHER VENDORS were raving about how easy Travis and Rae were to work with. They made it enjoyable, gave great direction and the editing was great as well. We had guests come up to us and tell us how wonderful our photographers were and how they wished they could have booked them for their own wedding. Here's the short review: - Easy and wonderful to work with - Reasonably priced with no "hidden fees" - Willing to step up in order to make things run smoothly - Overall pretty awesome people I would highly recommend and if we need a photographer in the future, we'll book Rae and Travis third time."
Christina & Noah - Bend, OR.
"Omg, we were absolutely speechless. The photos were so amazing! They are so much better than we had been imagining. Some of them just made our jaws drop."
Syd & Jonah - Chehalis, WA.
"Rae and Travis are absolutely fantastic and super laid back and easy going, Basically my game plan went out the window the day of my wedding so we just were winging it and they were so go with the flow. I just got the pictures back and I’m absolutely in love."
Larkynn & John - Grants Pass, OR
Veronica + Seth | A Crooked River Ranch & Smith Rock Wedding
Looking for real Oregon elopements or rainy‑day wedding tips? Visit the journal.
Step inside real wedding days, the moments between the portraits, and the stories behind the photographs.
The journal is where I share real love stories, location guides, and honest advice from Central Oregon to the coast
– Photos and tips to help you envision your day.
Elopements for the adventurous; Oregon, Washington, California Elopement Spots (Permits + Logistics).
Your photographer’s cheat sheet – from Broken Top to Brookings…
Read more → https://www.whimsicalelopement.com/services-8
Not sure where to elope? Browse the journal for real couple inspiration.
10 Best Central Oregon Elopement Spots
Download the free elopement location guide →
Real stories. Honest advice. Stunning Oregon backdrops.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes — we photograph elopements all across Oregon, Washington, California, including Bend, Smith Rock, the Oregon Coast, and beyond. Travel within Central Oregon is included, and we’re always up for an adventure
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Some of our favorite spots include Smith Rock State Park, Sparks Lake, Tumalo Falls, and the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway. We also help couples find lesser-known locations for a more private, intentional experience. Check out our Whimsical Elopement site for a detailed list of locations, permit information, and pricing.
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Most couples book 6–12 months in advance, especially for peak season dates in Bend and Central Oregon. Elopements and smaller weddings sometimes have more flexibility, but earlier is always better.
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Absolutely. We create a personalized timeline planning, lighting considerations, family lists, and location choices to make sure your day flows naturally and your photos look incredible. Working with your coordinator or planner in tandem.