If you’re dreaming of an intimate, breathtaking setting for your engagement photos, bridals, or micro wedding, the Oregon Coast might just be your perfect match. With its wild cliffs, misty skies, and soft light, it offers a kind of magic that feels both cinematic and deeply personal. Here’s why this coastal gem is one of my favorite places to photograph love stories.

Whether it’s an adventurous vow exchange in the red desert of Moab, Utah, an intimate ceremony on a secluded beach, or a cozy gathering in a charming Airbnb, choosing between an elopement and a micro wedding comes down to what feels most authentic to you.