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About Crystal Genes Photography
Based in Portland, Crystal Genes Photography works with couples planning weddings throughout Portland, Oregon. The studio sits within easy reach of popular venues including The Evergreen and Union/Pine. As verified reviews arrive from couples who booked here, they will appear on this page — and they are the only thing that moves a Lazo Score.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning a wedding photographer in Portland
How much does a wedding photographer cost in Portland?
Most couples in Portland budget between $1,500 and $3,500 for wedding photography. Packages at the lower end typically cover 6–8 hours with one shooter; higher tiers add a second shooter, engagement sessions, and albums. Always confirm exactly how many hours and edited images are included.
When should we book our wedding photographer?
Photographers with strong reputations are commonly booked 9–14 months ahead — earlier for peak-season Saturdays. If your date is inside six months, ask about waitlists and cancellations; openings do appear.
What should we ask before booking?
Ask to see two full galleries from real weddings (not highlight reels), confirm who will actually shoot your wedding, and get delivery timelines and image counts in the contract.
How does Lazo rank wedding photographers in Portland?
Rankings come from the Lazo Score — verified reviews weighted for recency — and are never sold. Vendors without verified reviews yet start at the community baseline of 65 and earn their score as verified reviews arrive.
Wedding venues near Crystal Genes Photography
| Venue | Distance |
|---|---|
| The Evergreen | 0.2 mi |
| Union/Pine | 0.3 mi |
| The Keepspace | 0.3 mi |
Straight-line distance from Crystal Genes Photography to each venue listed on Lazo.
Portland weddings, month by month
Days typically top out between 65° and 85° in May, June, July, August, September. The driest months are July, August, September.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 48° | 36° | 40% | 4:06 PM | 4:53 PM |
| Feb | 52° | 37° | 33% | 4:56 PM | 5:38 PM |
| Mar | 57° | 40° | 36% | 6:37 PM | 7:16 PM |
| Apr | 62° | 44° | 30% | 7:17 PM | 7:57 PM |
| May | 69° | 49° | 24% | 7:51 PM | 8:35 PM |
| Jun | 74° | 54° | 15% | 8:15 PM | 9:01 PM |
| Jul | 82° | 58° | 5% | 8:11 PM | 8:56 PM |
| Aug | 82° | 59° | 5% | 7:37 PM | 8:17 PM |
| Sep | 77° | 54° | 12% | 6:42 PM | 7:21 PM |
| Oct | 64° | 47° | 25% | 5:44 PM | 6:24 PM |
| Nov | 54° | 41° | 41% | 3:54 PM | 4:40 PM |
| Dec | 47° | 36° | 42% | 3:38 PM | 4:27 PM |
Average highs, lows and the share of days with 0.1″ of rain or more, from NOAA’s 1991–2020 climate normals at Portland International Airport (6.4 mi from Portland). Golden hour begins when the sun is 6° above the horizon; both times are for the 15th of each month in Portland.
Photo spots around Portland
| Place | Area | From downtown |
|---|---|---|
| Duniway Park Lilac Gardengarden | Portland | 0.9 mi |
| Secret Gardengarden | Portland | 1.4 mi |
| Ladd Circle Park & Rose Gardenspark | Portland | 1.5 mi |
| Pittock Acres Park Viewpointpark | Portland | 1.9 mi |
| Redwood Observation Deckobservation deck | Portland | 1.9 mi |
| Crystal Springs Rhododendron Gardengarden | Portland | 3.2 mi |
| Peninsula Park Rose Gardengarden | Portland | 3.6 mi |
| Elk Rock Gardengarden | Portland | 5.4 mi |
Parks, gardens and landmarks that photograph well, nearest to central Portland first. Check each place’s rules for permits and session fees. Places from Google Maps, October 2026.
Getting to Portland
| Airport | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| PDX Portland International Airport | 6 mi | 10 min |
| SLE Salem-Willamette Valley Airport/McNary Field | 45 mi | 1 hr 10 min |
| EUG Eugene Airport | 100 mi | 2 hr 30 min |
| City | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle | 145 mi | 3 hr |
Straight-line distance from central Portland; drive times are estimates, not routes. Airports with scheduled passenger service, from OurAirports.
Details
- Based in
- 215 SE Morrison St, Portland, OR 97214, USA
- Where
- Portland · central Portland
- Listed under
- Wedding Photographers
- In Portland
- One of 171 wedding photographers we list · 30 within 3 miles
- Phone
- (704) 280-4242
- Website
- Visit site
From Crystal Genes Photography's website
“Capture unforgettable moments with Crystal Genes Photography! Specializing in vibrant and storytelling wedding photography, we bring your love story to life. Explore our portfolio and book your session today!”crystalgenes.net
- Services they list
- Engagement sessions, Film photography, Heirloom albums, Online gallery, Elopements, Destination weddings, LGBTQ+ couples
- Style, in their words
- Documentary, Fine art, Light and airy, Moody
- Prices on their site
- Starting at $250
- In business since
- 2005
Read from crystalgenes.net in October 2026. Prices and services change; confirm with Crystal Genes Photography before you book. Is this your business? Claim the page to write your own.
Around Portland
- Nearest venue
- The Evergreen, 0.2 mi
- Venues within 10 mi
- 51 wedding venues
- Wedding Photographers nearby
- 30 within 3 mi, 63 within 10
- Guest hotels
- 88 within 5 mi
- Communities served
- Milwaukie, Happy Valley, Beaverton
Distances are straight-line from Crystal Genes Photography; counts come from the businesses and venues Lazo lists around Portland.
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