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Cannon Beach | Oregon Coast | Portland and the Pacific Northwest | Photography Blog

Welcome to my blog! Please browse through collections of photography sessions and wedding events. From locations in Cannon Beach and the Oregon Coast, Portland and the Pacific Northwest. I’m dedicated to creating timeless photographs that tell a story and showcase the love and beauty of family with stunning scenery as the backdrop of your images. Documenting memories of fun and laughter to be cherished for generations.

 
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Oregon Coast Family Photography | Short Sand Beach | Oswald West State Park

January 26, 2023

This trail in Oswald West creates a fun adventure for kiddos to explore the forest and the ocean shore. A short trail winds through an old growth forest next to a creek, then over an exciting bridge and onto a beautiful cove beach. This family enjoyed the stunning scenery, fresh air and perfect summer day on the Oregon Coast. Their family photo session lasted about 1 hour and the kids had a wonderful time in nature. Capturing genuine memories of this family exploration together. 

Short Sand Beach in Oswald West State Park is among my very favorite locations. Located close by my home, I have been surfing, hiking and adventuring within this park since I was a kid myself. My family and I take our kiddos down the trails and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of shortsands beach. My 9 year old caught his first wave at this same beach that I surfed some of my first waves almost 30 years ago. An incredibly special and magical place. 

In Family Photography Tags Family, beach, forest, short sand beach
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