Portland Oregon Family Photographer

Looking for a Portland family photographer who can capture the real, in-between moments that tell your story? Hi, I’m Lana, and I specialize in creating natural and nostalgic family photography in Portland, Oregon. Whether you’re celebrating the holidays, gathering for a family reunion, or simply wanting to freeze this season of life, I’ll help you preserve memories you’ll treasure for years to come.

Why Choose Me as Your Portland Family Photographer

  • Natural, timeless editing style

  • Stress-free sessions tailored to your family

  • Experience with families, children, and newborns

  • Knowledge of the best Portland photo locations and hidden gems

Popular Portland Family Photo Locations

  • Forest Park

  • Cathedral Park

  • Mount Tabor

  • Powell Butte

  • Laurelhurst Park

  • Along the Willamette River

Wherever your story unfolds, I’ll meet you there—camera in hand, ready to capture your family as you are.

Welcome! I’m Lana, a Portland Oregon family photographer specializing in natural, nostalgic images that highlight authentic connections and the beauty of in-between moments.

Outdoor Family Portraits
Sisters Best Family Photos

Portland offers endless backdrops for family photography — from lush city parks and forest trails to the Willamette River and downtown bridges. Whether you love the charm of the Rose Garden, the serenity of Forest Park, or the energy of the Pearl District, Portland provides the perfect mix of urban and natural settings for timeless family portraits.

Sunriver Family Photos
Timeless Family Photography
Children running towards parents in a field, holding hands, with trees in the background.
Close-up of two young girls standing next to adults, wearing dresses, with one girl's hand resting on her mouth.
Mother and child sitting in a field, both wearing sweaters and smiling, surrounded by tall grass.
Family sitting in a field having a picnic with a woman, girl, and boy.
Two young children, one older wearing a brown hoodie and the other younger wearing a white sweater, are standing together outside, with the older child embracing the younger child.
Family walking through a grassy field near a forest
An elderly woman with gray hair embraces two young children, a boy and a girl, standing in the snow. The girl wears a green outfit with a matching bow, and the boy wears a black sweater and khaki pants. Trees are visible in the blurred background.
Family posing playfully on snow-covered ground, featuring two children and two adults smiling and making faces.
A man wearing a hat and a beige shirt walks on a snowy path holding hands with a young girl in a green outfit and a young boy in a dark sweater. Bare trees are visible in the background.
A woman is playfully holding a child in a field surrounded by three other kids. The background has trees and a cloudy sky.
Four children sitting together in a field, wearing striped and plaid jackets, with one child looking at the camera, smiling.
A family holding hands in the foreground, with five children running toward them in a grassy field with trees in the background.
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Three people, a woman and two children, smiling and embracing each other outdoors by a body of water.
A young girl with striking blue eyes wearing a cream sweater with a jacket draped over her shoulder, standing outdoors on a beach with a woman, possibly her mother, behind her. The woman is dressed in dark clothing with a striped belt and a plaid shi
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Family and friends enjoying a snowy day outdoors, standing in a line, some playing in the snow, with mountains and trees in the background.
Two young boys sitting on a blanket in a grassy field, eating slices of watermelon. One boy has short dark hair, and the other has red hair.
Two young girls are comforting each other while standing outdoors, with an adult partially visible nearby, in a snowy setting.
A family of six, including two adults and four children, walking hand in hand on a paved trail through a forested area with tall trees and dry ground.
Family of five lying in grass by a river, with three children raising their hands and pointing at something in the sky, surrounded by trees.
A family of six, including two adults and four children, holding hands and playing outdoors in a grassy field with trees in the background.
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  • What families are saying

    “Lana did an excellent job of shepherding all 17 of our family members through a fun experience and managed to get ALL of us looking good at the same time in numerous pictures- a feat I would have thought impossible! She was flexible and easy- going throughout the process”

    Steve Orange

A woman and four children playing and digging in a grassy field outdoors during daytime, with trees in the background.

Session Packages

Gather Collection $950

  • Perfect for immediate families who want a relaxed, beautiful session capturing natural moments and classic portraits. Families up to 9 people.

    ✔ 1 hour session at a scenic location of your choice, traveling rates apply typically ($50 - $100)
    ✔ 100 high-resolution edited images in an online gallery
    ✔ A mix of posed and candid moments to showcase your family’s personality
    ✔ Printing rights included
    ✔ Option to purchase additional images, prints, and albums directly from your online gallery

    Ideal for immediate families looking to update their portraits or capture a special time in their lives.

Family playing and posing outdoors in winter, snowy background, man, woman, and two children making silly faces, wearing casual winter clothing.

Roots & Wings : $1,500

  • Designed for multi-generational families, extended family sessions, or those who want a more in-depth experience. Families for 10 people or more.

    ✔ 90-minute session with extra time for multiple groupings & candid interactions
    ✔ 150 + high-resolution edited images in an online gallery
    ✔ A combination of large group portraits, smaller family pairings, and intimate moments
    ✔ Printing rights included
    ✔ Option to purchase additional images, prints, and albums directly from your online gallery
    ✔ Perfect for family reunions, milestone celebrations, or capturing your entire family legacy

CONTACT

Happy family enjoying time together outdoors, with a father carrying a young child on his shoulders, surrounded by other smiling children.
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