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Welcome Hi there and thanks so much for visiting! My name is Jessica Hill, and I'm glad you're here!




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I'm super excited to anounce the launch of the new downtown Portland Studio Space! Complete with a private dressing room, four different backdrops, a trunk filled with fun props and over 400 square feet of shooting space, it's the perfect spot for a photo shoot. It has a 1940's vintage vibe and gorgeous natural light, which photographs beautifully. For those Portland rainy days, the studio is equipped with monolights, speedlights, softboxes and umbrellas, scrims and reflectors to create the perfect portrait.  I'm currently accepting April bookings for professional headshots, babies, families and boudoir photos. For more info on the Portland Boudoir photography, check out www.PeekabooPortland.com!
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Bunn Salarzon | Photographer:

Hey, I have that exact same book! Nice place, Jessica! I love the vintage vibe.

(03.18.10)
Melissa w. Soul Mates Photo:

congrats jessica! looks awesome!

(03.18.10)
Evonne & Darren Photography:

Oooooh, I love the studio! It's awesome... now I need to come visit you in Portland and do a shoot with you!

(03.18.10)
Deyla Huss Photography:

Looks SWEEEEEEEEET! So excited for you! I must come have a visit!

(03.19.10)
KIM+PHIL:

Awesome studio! Will you be renting it at all too?

(03.20.10)
Jessica:

Thanks so much all! I really appreciate all your encouraging comments- Kim and Phil- I'm not renting the space as of yet, but maybe in the future!

(03.21.10)
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Aubri and Byron's September wedding was filled with vintage flair and kick-ass style! They were married at the awesome Queen Ann Victorian Mansion and used fun feathers and deep colors to accent the antique feel of the venue. They chose a fun song by Zero 7, so turn up the volume! To see full screen please click here.
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Erica Ann:

What a fun wedding! I love the shot of the bridesmaids fastening the bride's shoes!

(03.27.10)
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Angela and Jason are fun-filled and witty couple with plenty of style and posh. Their October wedding was modern, spacious and elegant. I'm super honored that their wedding was just featured on one of the best wedding blogs in Oregon, Portland Style Unveiled. I was super excited to see the stunning layout of images, and the great write up from Angela, the bride.

From the write up, she wrote this about her wedding photography experience with Jessica Hill Photography. (I honestly started tearing up at her beautiful words, which were elegantly written and extremely touching.)

"I visited Yelp and explored the websites of several local photographers. There was a photographic style I had in mind however I was struggling to articulate it. I kept coming across websites with obviously talented photographers, however non displayed photos with any edge. Images were flat and one-dimensional and I was looking for a photography artist. Someone who played with exposures and film types, color and lenses. Someone who took photos with a "Wow" factor. Modern, Stylish.

When I came across the website for Jessica Hill, I was very excited. This woman was clearly an artist. I scheduled an appointment and met up at her studio above the train station- my favorite Portland landmark. After meeting Jessica I was most impressed by her take-control confidence. We were on the same wave length, and she was able to articulate and show me examples of the look I was seeking. After looking at photographer websites I was curious as to why only some of them offered "engagement photos". I wasn't sure if I wanted them and I had never heard of anyone getting them, however they were a part of each of Jessica's photo packages. Her rationale was simple and made perfect sense- she always included them because it enabled her to learn how to best shoot the wedding couple before the big day and it's an opportunity to learn more about the type of shots the couple wants. Makes perfect sense.

When we received our wedding photos we were blown away. First of all, Jason and I are camera shy and don't believe we photograph well- yet she made us look fantastic. Secondly- the photos looked like they were plucked out of a magazine. Elegant, playful, artistic and just gorgeous. I've had no less than 20 people ask who my photographer was- and whether she'll travel to San Francisco. As they say- a picture says a 1000 words- just check out her work to see for yourself."

To view the full article to see all the photos, head to the "Real Weddings" page on the Portland Style Unveiled Site. To see my website, head to the Jessica Hill Wedding Portfolio.


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Nicole and Beachum and an awesome and kind-hearted couple with excellent style and creativity. Their October wedding took place at The West End Theater in downtown Portland. Their song is really meaningful to them both and a fave of mine, so pump up the volume! (Postal Service in the house!) To see full screen please click here.
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Ryan Chaney:

Super cool Jessica! Love those guys, and love the pics!!

(03.18.10)
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The-Nines-Portland-2.jpg chinese-wedding-portland-3.jpg chinese-wedding-portland.jpgComplete with a make-your-own fortune cookie station.

The-Nines-Portland-4.jpg chinese-wedding-portland-6.jpg The-Nines-Portland.jpg chinese-wedding-portland-5.jpg  The Nines is one of my favorite Portland Hotels.

The-Nines-Portland-1.jpg Paparazzi tonight provided the fun photo booth with props!

The-Nines-Portland-5.jpg DJ Rescue, Zia from the Dandy Warhols, was spinning the incredible Asian Fusion Lounge music.

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The-Nines-Portland-6.jpg chinese-wedding-portland-5.jpg Westcoast Event Rental provided the lanterns, the wishing tree and the lions at the bar.

chinese-wedding-portland-1.jpg chinese-wedding-portland-2.jpg  The Lee On Dong Dance Team did the Lion Dance, symbolizing good fortune in the coming year. The lettuce symbolizes financial prosperity.

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The Nines in downtown Portland is a couture boutique hotel with amazing architecture, poetic food and a friendly staff. Their Chinese New Year party was a rad event complete with great music, signature cocktails, incredible food and some of the best decor I've seen. A huge wishing tree was the central focus, along with lanterns and custom lighting, West Coast Event Productions pulled out all the stops when decorating for this cultural celebration. So happy I was there!
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Tora:

Looks like a total blast. Year of the Tiger is my year!! woo!

(03.01.10)
Alesia:

Great photos, Jessica! I love the lions' heads on the sofa!

(03.01.10)
Tiffany Grishman:

Such beautiful colors, nice work Jessica! I want to eat one of the chocolate covered fortune cookies :)

(03.07.10)
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