Dreamy, soft, cinematic portraits combined with candid joyful bursts of celebration. Your wedding day, documented with authenticity, emotion, & fun.
Columbia Gorge
Wedding & Elopement Photographer
The Dalles | Hood River | Pacific Northwest
I bring a calm, confident energy to every wedding, helping your day flow effortlessly while keeping things joyful and relaxed.
I’m both a wallflower and a boss when needed, always focused on one goal: delivering images you’ll cherish for a lifetime.
You’ve poured so much into this day — I’m here to help you remember it.
The Complete Story
Full-Day Coverage
Up To 8 Hours Wedding Photography
$3,500
From getting ready to the joy of your celebration, eight hours gives us room to capture your wedding day as it naturally unfolds. All the big moments, little details, and everything in between—without feeling rushed.
Half-Day Coverage
Up To 4 Hours Of Wedding Photography
$2,500
Perfect for weddings big or small, where couples want the highlights of their day beautifully documented. Four hours gives us time to capture your vows, family portraits, meaningful moments with your favorite people, and some of the celebration that follows, without needing full-day coverage.
Elopements & Mico-Weddings
Up To 2 Hours Of Wedding Photography
For intimate weddings with 25 guests or fewer, where the focus is on your vows and the people closest to you. Two hours is ideal for capturing your ceremony, meaningful portraits, and a little adventure together, whether you're celebrating close to home or somewhere extraordinary.
ENGAGEMENT SESSION
Investment when bundled with wedding coverage | $275
($450 Value)
I absolutely love when my couples add an engagement session — it’s one of the most fun and important parts of wedding photography!
Here’s why:
read 5 reasons to book an engagement session with your wedding day coverage!
I had the joy of photographing Beni & Holly for their engagement session and wedding day.
Here’s what they wanted to share about their time experience Charlotte Dawn Photography…
Testimonials
N&E
"Thank you for capturing all the special moments of my daughter’s wedding day!!! The pictures turned out beautiful!!! It seems that the time just flew by so quick! Thank you for being so easy to work with and for your beautiful energy. Emily and I are so grateful that you were part of her and Nolyn’s special day!! We will treasure her wedding day pictures forever!! THANK YOU from the bottom of this mama’s heart!!"
Testimonials
D&M
"Charlotte was overall the kindest most patient photographer I’ve ever met. She made me feel confident and comfortable throughout all of our sessions. I would, in a heartbeat, recommend her to anyone interested in wedding sessions (and have). I’m super excited to book future sessions!"
Testimonials
A&E
"My husband and I booked (formerly) Sweet Potato Photography for our wedding and we couldn’t have been happier with our decision!! Charlotte is truly amazing at what she does, she made everything so comfortable and easy. She worked with ideas we had and gave us a list of many things we could do to make things smoother on such a stressful day. My husband and I were especially happy with how she was with our party, she made sure to capture many moments and making sure everyone had a good time and felt comfortable. I will recommend (formerly) Sweet Potato Photography to anyone needing a photographer. - Very happy newlyweds"
Testimonials
B&H
"Charlotte absolutely knocked it out of the park for our wedding. She's so accommodating and was very helpful walking us through different aspects of the wedding process in general. I highly recommend doing an engagement session with her so you can get acquainted and have some awesome photos together. We both felt really comfortable with her the day of the wedding. She's a very knowledge photographer and her post production technique is on point.
Thank you so much!!"
Tour A Few Full Wedding Galleries
A selection of full galleries are available upon request
We'd love to share them with you! Please send us a message, I will respond with a private link to view them.
SIMPLE, EASY BOOKING PROCESS
1 | Reach out
Send an inquiry and tell me a little about your day.
2 | Connect
We’ll schedule a quick phone call to get acquainted, answer questions, and make sure we’re a great fit.
3 | Book your date
Sign your contract and submit a 20% retainer to officially reserve your wedding date.
4 | Breathe easy
From there, I’ll guide you through planning and thoughtfully document your day as it unfolds.
FAQ
Do you travel? What are your travel fees?
Yes! I am thrilled to offer wedding services all over the PNW and beyond. For
weddings outside of the Hood River area, we add travel fees onto your wedding
package and a hotel stay if needed.
Once we have the details of your day-like coverage length, desired add-ons, and
wedding location-we can build a custom wedding package and provide you with
an official price for services.
How many photos will we receive?
On average, I deliver about 50 images per hour of photo coverage.
How long does it take to get our photos?
While editing times can vary, most galleries are delivered within 60 days. Plus, you'll get sneak peeks within 72 hours to enjoy and share with family and friends while you wait.
Are any physical photo prints included?
Each wedding package includes a print credit you can use toward professional prints, wall art, or an heirloom album ordered through your online gallery. I’m here to help guide you through album design and print options whenever you’re ready.
What kind of equipment do you use?
I photograph weddings using professional, top-of-the-line Canon equipment and always carry two camera bodies, leading with the Canon R5 Mark II. I also bring on-camera flash, and always keep additional off-camera lighting nearby to meet any lighting situation with ease.
While I prioritize natural light whenever possible to keep your images true to how your day felt, I’m fully prepared for whatever your wedding day bring!
What kind of experience do you have?
I’ve been a photographer since 2020 and take on a limited number of weddings each year so I can give each couple my full attention.
The images you see throughout my website are updated regularly and reflect real, recent weddings, from intimate backyard celebrations to repurposed greenhouse venues, to historic downtown venues with charm and character.
Do I Need A Second Shooter?
No, I am ready to provide you with a full and meaningful wedding gallery without
a second shooter.
However, if you want photos of the groom's reaction as the bride walks down the aisle AND the teary eyes of family in the audience, then you're going to want a second shooter to help capture all the emotions of the day from every angle. I am happy to provide the right coverage and add-on recommendations during our consult call.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes! In order to reserve your date, we require a retainer payment of 20% of your
total photography costs. You can break your remaining balance into installments,
with payment due in full by your wedding day. Your photos will remain safely
stored until the balance is paid, and editing will begin once your full payment is
received.
What if it rains?
I'm fully prepared for all weather! I'll help you adapt and still get amazing photos,
whether that's moving indoors, finding covered spots, or embracing the rain for
some storybook romantic photos!
I Can't Wait To Learn More About Your Wedding Plans!
I photograph a limited number of weddings each year so every couple gets my full attention. Let’s see if your date is available!