The Oregon Coast is a classic spot for engagement photos near Portland. I have been to Cannon Beach a handful of times and have seen my share of posts from other photographers with Haystack Rock in the background. When Kathryn contacted me about doing an engagement session for her and her fiance Jeremy, she mentioned wanting to do some Oregon Coast stuff. Immediately my narrow mind was wondering what I’d do after I got that iconic Haystack shot. Luckily for me, she and Jeremy had a favorite spot they like to visit in Oswald State Park that has a lot more to it than just a beach with a big moonrock. We bonded pretty quickly as former midwesterners tend to do on the west coast, and had a fantastic few hours taking photos in the forest, and chasing down the last of the light on the beach. Thanks guys for sharing your spot with us, it’s definitely one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been. And thanks for such a great day! Shoots like this make me love my “work.”

- Josh