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Chris and Mark’s Beeloved Wedding At The Nines in Portland, OR

Chris and Mark’s Beeloved Wedding At The Nines in Portland, OR

by Missy Fant Photography | May 16, 2025 | Weddings

Chris and Mark were not only getting their Master’s degrees in Apiary science but also getting married! Talk about crossing off two of life’s biggest moments simultaneously. Their University was in California, but they are from Portland, so bringing their...
Why I Love Photographing Weddings at the Marshall House in Vancouver, WA

Why I Love Photographing Weddings at the Marshall House in Vancouver, WA

by Missy Fant Photography | Apr 30, 2025 | Weddings

If you’ve been following me for any amount of time, you know I’m a sucker for history, character, and gorgeous natural light. That’s why photographing weddings at the Marshall House in Vancouver, WA never gets old. Tucked away on Officers Row in the heart...
My Favorite Spring Time Locations for Portrait Sessions

My Favorite Spring Time Locations for Portrait Sessions

by Missy Fant Photography | Mar 31, 2025 | Weddings

Spring in the Pacific Northwest is pure magic—cherry blossoms explode into soft pink clouds, fresh green leaves take over the trees, and golden-hour light hits just right. It’s the perfect time to shake off winter and get outside for some seriously stunning portraits....
Wedding Photography at Oaks Pioneer Church: A Charming Portland Gem

Wedding Photography at Oaks Pioneer Church: A Charming Portland Gem

by Missy Fant Photography | Mar 4, 2025 | Weddings

Nestled in the heart of Portland, Oaks Pioneer Church is a dream location for couples looking for an intimate and timeless wedding venue. This adorable little chapel, with its warm wood interiors and vintage charm, is perfect for smaller ceremonies—offering a cozy,...
A Haunted & Historic Love Story: Olivia & Kyle’s Wedding at the Marshall HouseA Haunted & Historic Love Story: Olivia

A Haunted & Historic Love Story: Olivia & Kyle’s Wedding at the Marshall HouseA Haunted & Historic Love Story: Olivia

by Missy Fant Photography | Feb 5, 2025 | Weddings

Some weddings feel like stepping into a dream—Olivia and Kyle’s was like stepping into a beautifully haunted fairytale. Nestled along Officers Row in Vancouver, WA, the historic Marshall House was the perfect backdrop for their elegantly eerie celebration, blending...
Why We Love Weddings at the Victorian Belle in Portland, OR

Why We Love Weddings at the Victorian Belle in Portland, OR

by Missy Fant Photography | Jan 21, 2025 | Weddings

Why the Victorian Belle is a Dream Wedding Venue When it comes to timeless elegance and romantic charm, few venues compare to the Victorian Belle Mansion in Portland, Oregon. As a Victorian Belle wedding photographer, I’ve had the honor of capturing countless love...
Tom and Lacy’s Wedding at The Victorian Belle

Tom and Lacy’s Wedding at The Victorian Belle

by Missy Fant Photography | Jan 15, 2025 | Weddings

Tom and Lacy’s wedding at The Victorian Belle was everything you could dream of—romantic, fun, and full of unforgettable moments. As a wedding photographer in Portland, Oregon, I’ve had the privilege of shooting in some pretty incredible venues, but The Victorian...
Enchanting Moments: Wedding Photography at Camp Colton

Enchanting Moments: Wedding Photography at Camp Colton

by Missy Fant Photography | Jan 1, 2025 | Weddings

Let me tell you about one of the most magical places to tie the knot—Camp Colton in Colton, Oregon. This venue is like stepping into a fairy tale, complete with towering forests, a hidden waterfall, and endless spots to capture those swoon-worthy wedding photos. If...
Why We Love Photographing Weddings at Mount Hood Ski Bowl

Why We Love Photographing Weddings at Mount Hood Ski Bowl

by Missy Fant Photography | Dec 31, 2024 | Amazing People

Why We Love Photographing Weddings at Mount Hood Ski Bowl At Missy Fant Photography, we’ve had the incredible privilege of capturing love stories in some truly stunning locations, but few compare to the magic of Mount Hood Ski Bowl. Nestled amidst the grandeur of...
Melissa & Eric’s Enchanting Forest Wedding in Cougar, WA

Melissa & Eric’s Enchanting Forest Wedding in Cougar, WA

by Missy Fant Photography | Dec 4, 2024 | Weddings, weddings

Getting Ready Nestled high in the breathtaking hills of Cougar, WA, Melissa and Eric’s wedding was the epitome of a dreamy Pacific Northwest celebration. Their venue, a charming Airbnb cabin perched along the ridges of the Gifford Pinchot Forest, offered panoramic...
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More venue cats, please! @vintagegardens_wa has More venue cats, please! @vintagegardens_wa has two beauties that make themselves at home during the reception. Perfectly polite, and even escorted some of the kids out into the field to play.
It’s the wide world that calls to us, but it’s the It’s the wide world that calls to us, but it’s the quiet partnership that makes the journey worth taking. Amanda and Jonah’s engagement session in the Columbia Gorge felt like the start of a classic story. We ducked under heavy branches in a historic apple orchard, skipped along the Columbia, and laughed as the wind rolled off the towering hills above. I got to capture their engagement session while the sun was setting last night, and it was magical. Can't wait for their wedding. Ready to start your own adventure? Let’s chase the light together.
A perfect evening for an #engagementsession in the A perfect evening for an #engagementsession in the #columbiagorge with @_amanda_li and Jonah! Images transferring now, can’t wait to share how gorgeous these two are.
It's that time of year where we are all guessing w It's that time of year where we are all guessing what the weather will do. But here in the PNW, we'll have a wedding no matter what! Mia and Tyler did just that on Saturday! With a 7 pm ceremony, we dodged most of the shifty weather, with just some sprinkles at the reception. But we also got some pink skies as we wrapped up the ceremony. These two threw a PARTY in their parent's backyard with their friends, family, and of course, the neighbors. Because who is going to file a noise complaint when everyone is there?
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY I am making a decision tha EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY I am making a decision that may not be popular, may impact my business, and may change the way I have shared my work — but protecting children matters more. Missy Fant Photography will no longer post identifiable images of children on this photography page. Signed release or not. I cannot, in good conscience, continue putting identifiable images of children online while our legal system is making decisions that leave me deeply disturbed about where the line of protection is being drawn. I strongly condemn the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals’ ruling regarding the private possession of AI-generated CSAM depicting fictional children. Whatever legal arguments may surround this case, I find the idea that material depicting the sexual abuse of children can receive constitutional protection absolutely horrifying. We should be moving toward stronger protections for children — not weaker ones. AI has created dangers that were unimaginable just a few years ago. Images of real children can be manipulated, altered, and exploited in ways that families never intended or consented to. A signed release does not change my responsibility to think beyond the piece of paper. So I am choosing to do what I can. I will not wait for another law, another ruling, or another tragedy to tell me that I should have done more. Over the next week, I will be working on cleaning up my photography pages and removing identifiable images of children that have previously been posted. This is bigger than photography. This is bigger than business. This is about protecting children. I will always try to live on the correct side of history, even when doing so is difficult, inconvenient, or costly. My clients trust me with their memories. Children deserve my protection. And their safety will ALWAYS come before my business. — Missy Fant Photography
I'm just here to announce that my favorite season I'm just here to announce that my favorite season is coming and I am SO EXCITED! And yes, I am one of those folks that use Halloween decorations as year round decorations in my house (and a few in studio). Throwback to an engagement at the Lone Fir Cemetery last year (I am so stoked to photograph their wedding in November this year)
Adults will tell you what to do forever. Senior ye Adults will tell you what to do forever. Senior year? This is your call. When Laken said they wanted Lucia Falls for their backdrop, we went all in. The rulebook for your session? There isn't one: Pick the spot you actually care about Wear whatever makes you feel unstoppable Show up as you are—we’ll handle the rest Ready to make your shoot yours? Leave a comment on where you want to go!
Lily | HELA Class of 2027 Standard backdrops, ste Lily | HELA Class of 2027 Standard backdrops, sterile studio lighting, and forced, polite smiles miss the entire point. Your life isn’t a generic script, and you don’t need to perform for the camera. You're standing at the threshold of your own epic journey—one shaped by the records you spin, the back alleys you wander, and the wild, loud, or quiet things that make you feel alive. My approach is dead simple: I meet you where you are. No stiff posing, no awkward pretenses, and zero pressure to be anyone other than who you already are. We hit the pavement, track down the vibrant street art, get lost in record store aisles, or run out into wide-open spaces to make something that actually feels like you.
I didn’t start out photographing people. For years I didn’t start out photographing people. For years, it was just me, the quiet wilderness, and the sweeping ridgelines of the Pacific Northwest. I was obsessed with the grandeur of the landscape—the sweeping, ancient backdrops that make you feel gloriously small. Then my brother-in-law challenged me to shoot his wedding. Stepping into that world shifted everything for me. I realized that a magnificent backdrop is breathtaking on its own, but placing raw, honest human connection right in the middle of it? That’s where the real magic happens. Every great story isn't just about the vast, open road—it’s about the quiet courage of the traveler taking the first step. That perspective shapes every single session I shoot. I don’t just want to take a portrait; I want to ground your story in the beauty of the world around us, celebrating the light that exists in you exactly as you are. Here’s a favorite frame from a recent senior session in the Columbia River Gorge. Wind, wild views, and a whole new chapter waiting just over the horizon. Whether your next adventure is tucked in the pines of the PNW or waiting across the map, I’m ready to pack my bags and tell your story. Where are we heading next? #VancouverWAPhotographer #PNWPhotographer #ColumbiaRiverGorge #GorgeSeniorSession #PNWSeniorPhotographer #AdventureSession #PortlandPhotographer #TravelPhotographer #AuthenticPortraits
In all seriousness, we were evacuated from our hou In all seriousness, we were evacuated from our house this afternoon due to a close wildfire. Updates are telling us our fire crews rock and they’ve gotten it mostly under control.
Want trees, fields, AND gorge views? I got ya! Em Want trees, fields, AND gorge views? I got ya! Emilie wanted to stand out with her senior sessions, so I took her to one of my hidden spots along SR 14 to enjoy a quiet afternoon capturing her senior session. When I started into photography, I loved going out and capturing the landscapes of the area. While I was a construction estimator, my boss gave us Friday's off, so my pup and I would just go out and explore. I'd find parks, viewpoints, and off the beaten path areas to hang out in. Now, I use that knowledge to find the perfect spots for you.
Senior sessions have started! McKayden met me ou Senior sessions have started! McKayden met me out at one of the trails I love to use and we had a great time creating images that captured who she is. She even brought along her family pup, Ronnin. If you're looking to schedule your senior's session, let's chat! All of us senior photographers get booked pretty quick in the next month or so.
Just getting back from today's session and couldn' Just getting back from today's session and couldn't wait to share Ronnin's contribution to his session with his senior. He learned that flowers should be smelled, not ate.
Caroline and Mason are officially married! @phlox Caroline and Mason are officially married! @phloxwoodmedia and I spent yesterday evening at @windyhillswinery capturing a day full of pure, honest joy. From the calm, laughter-filled getting-ready moments and a teary first look tucked in the hydrangeas, to revving up the family’s vintage Shelby Cobra and dancing under the tent as golden hour faded—every second felt completely true to them. What an honor to hold space for moments like these. Congratulations, Caroline and Mason! Wishing you a lifetime of adventures just as unscripted and beautiful as last night.
Caroline and Mason are getting married tomorrow! Caroline and Mason are getting married tomorrow! While they're engagement session was in 2024, I am so excited to see and work with them again tomorrow. @windyhillswinery we're coming to celebrate at your joint tomorrow!
Someone recently called me an "extremist," and hon Someone recently called me an "extremist," and honestly? I’m fine with it. If having an extreme commitment to human rights, believing love is love without exception, and making sure everyone feels safe and celebrated in front of my lens makes me radical… then sign me up. You will never have to wonder if you belong. You were considered from the start. Safe spaces aren't created by accident. They are built on purpose. Someone recently told me I was being "too extreme" for weaving my values so openly into my photography brand. I'm not here to play it safe with a sanitized corporate veneer. I'm here to walk alongside you on your journey and capture the genuine, unscripted light of who you are. No homophobia. No transphobia. No bigotry. Ever. If you’re looking for a photographer who stands firmly in your corner, welcome home. Based in Vancouver, WA — Traveling worldwide for honest stories. Tap the link in my bio to check out www.missyfantphotography.com and let's plan your session!
Can we do something a little more… alternative?” Can we do something a little more… alternative?” My response every single time? ABSOLUTELY. Senior year is a massive turning point. It’s the edge of a map, the quiet breath before you step out into your own grand adventure. And the absolute last thing you need is a cookie-cutter portrait session where you’re forced into stiff, awkward poses that feel like a costume. I don’t do corporate assembly-line photos. You don’t owe anyone ‘perfection,’ and you definitely don’t have to fit into a box to have incredible photos. Want to wear your vintage doc martens? Bring your guitar? Wander into the deep green of the Gorge, hit up your favorite local coffee shop, or just show up in the gear that makes you feel most you? I’m here for it all. My job isn't to change who you are—it's to be your biggest cheerleader and capture the brilliant, unscripted human you already are right now. Senior sessions for the upcoming season are officially booking up fast here in Vancouver, Portland, and beyond. If you’re ready for a session that feels way more like a fun afternoon hang and way less like a high-pressure photoshoot, let’s get you on the calendar.
There’s a magic when a bride turns around to show There’s a magic when a bride turns around to show off her dress, not just for the grand sweeping silhouette, but for that exact moment her face lights up and she shouts: “AND IT HAS POCKETS!” It’s the absolute best. Because real joy isn’t just in the epic, grand cinematic moments—it’s tucked away in the clever, practical, wonderful little details that let you hold a vow card, a lip balm, or just slip your hands in and breathe it all in. Here’s to the gowns that let you move, celebrate, and carry a piece of your story right alongside you.
Just here to share my souvenir from this year's va Just here to share my souvenir from this year's vacation! Meet little Luthien, the Tinúviel of Doriath (we're Middle Earth fans here). My Husband and Daughter made the fatal mistake of saying "hey, let's go check out the shelter here"! We'll after playing in the kitten rooms, this one stole our hearts. She's confiedent, fiesty, but also soooooooo chill. She's living up to her name and making the dogs cower while trying to meet her. She had also already claimed a spot on my editing desk and is currently napping between her reigns of terror at the house. Welcome to the chaos that is our family little one! Thank you to the @olympicpeninsulahumanesociety for letting us adopt this little one! She has sisters left if anyone else needs a little void monster in their house too.
4:30 AM. Quiet house, soft steps trying not to wak 4:30 AM. Quiet house, soft steps trying not to wake the family, camera gear in hand, and an open road waiting. Our cabin was an hour and some change away from Hurricane Ridge, but every great journey starts before the rest of the world wakes up. With a hot cup of coffee from an early-morning stand in hand, I started up the winding road into Olympic National Park. I knew early on I wouldn’t make it all the way to Sunrise Point before the absolute first light hit, so I leaned into the slow pace. I stopped a few times on the way up, taking in the quiet moments as the sky began to shift (those images are coming later!). As I pulled into the top parking lot and started the climb, doubt crept in. Hikers were already heading down, the light was shifting fast, and a veil of wildfire smoke was hanging low in the sky. I wondered if the horizon would give me anything at all. But I had my coffee, the trail beneath my feet, and a belief that there is always magic if you’re willing to keep walking. Near the top, on the opposite side of the hill, subtle light streams began popping over the ridge. And then—I crested the trail to this. The smoke didn’t ruin the view; it made it poetic. Sunbeams pierced through the haze, lighting up the valleys while casting long, sweeping shadows of the peaks across the evergreen canopy. Down below, tiny cars wove their way up the mountain road—a quiet reminder of how small we are, and how incredible it is to be right here, right now. I sat there for an hour, sipping my coffee, watching the shadows dance and the morning unfold. Sometimes, all it takes is a little faith, a hot cup of coffee, and a willingness to step out the door into the morning light. Sunrise Point at Hurricane Ridge, Olympic National Park Based in Vancouver, WA #HurricaneRidge #OlympicNationalPark #PNWPhotographer #VancouverWAPhotographer #TravelPhotographer #StorytellingPhotography #PNWWonderland #SunriseChaser
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ChaRee DiFabio 11 months ago
Missy has taken our family photos over the years and we are never disappointed. She is smart, kind, ambitious and an outstanding photographer!
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Laurie N 11 months ago
Missy made my daughter’s senior photo shoot a truly joyful experience. She’s not only an exceptionally talented photographer but also has a gift for drawing out genuine smiles, even from the most nervous subjects. My daughter is incredibly camera shy and was worried she’d look “awkward,” but from the moment we met Missy, she was at ease. I’m so glad we chose the package with all the digital images—Missy captured so many stunning shots, I couldn’t have chosen just a few. I can’t thank her enough for making the process fun and beautifully capturing such a pivotal moment in my daughter’s life.
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Kristin Nordberg 11 months ago
Missy Fant took beautiful photos of my child. She was wonderful to work with, friendly, and fun. She suggested delightfully photogenic spots around Vancouver, WA. I highly recommend her.

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