Jess + Matt | Columbia River Gorge Backyard Wedding

Jess and Matt’s wedding was certainly one for the books. Their venue was a rental home on the Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge and on the property was a peacock, a tree house, and some seriously breathtaking views. I was second shooting for my most favorite husband + wife team, Michelle and Thomas Breiter. We arrived anticipating rain, and fortunately for us the weather was sunny and clear…. until immediately after the ceremony when a (small) rogue tornado blew through the venue, dropping torrential rain and blowing over an entire tent and the table holding the brides hand made cupcakes. Honestly it was enough to make bride completely lose it. But Jess is just not that kinda gal. Instead of panicking, Jess and Matt embraced the rain, and continued on with the dancing and good vibes. She even embraced the muddy ombré that crept up the bottom of her dress. And you know what? It was freaking awesome.