Events & Portraits

Guests gathering in a garden at an evening event beneath warm string lights
EVENTS & PORTRAITSPHOTOGRAPHS WITH FEELING

Brian Hougesen Photography

Real people.
Memorable moments.

The connections, the character,
the moments that make it yours.

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A little atmosphere. A lot of life.

Some moments deserve
to be remembered.

A room coming to life. A conversation between friends. A smile that feels completely natural. Event and portrait photography that keeps the people at the heart of the picture.

01 / INTRODUCTION

The portfolio

Selected work.

A collection of gatherings,
connections, and individual stories.

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Outdoor portrait of a child framed by a tree, with a softly blurred green background

Portraits / Personality first

A portrait that
feels like you.

Sometimes the best photograph is the simplest one. A little light, a natural expression, and space for personality to come through.

Explore the portraits ↗INDIVIDUALS · CHILDREN · EVERYDAY STORIES

Behind the photographs

People at
the centre.

I'm Brian Hougesen, an event and portrait photographer. My work brings together the atmosphere of a gathering and the quieter moments that make a photograph personal.

From conversations and celebrations to individual portraits, the aim is simple: photographs that help you remember how it felt.

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Events & gatherings

The setting, the people, and the moments in between. Coverage that tells the story of your gathering.

02

Portraits & personality

Individual photographs with natural expressions and a focus on the person in front of the camera.

03

The details that matter

A balance of wide scenes and closer moments, brought together in a thoughtful collection.

Two event guests watching a presentation against deep blue stage lighting

The moment in between

It's often the quietest moments
that say the most.

Portrait photography · Portland & Woodinville · By request

Your family.
Your story.

Portrait Essential · $195

30 minutes at one location for up to 6 people, with 10 edited digital photographs included.

Portrait Plus · $325

A 60-minute portrait session with 20 edited digital photographs included.

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Serving Portland and Vancouver, and Woodinville and the Seattle area. Please include your preferred city, date, and package in your request. We’ll agree on a location and confirm availability personally. Any special travel costs will be quoted before booking.

Indoor studio or coworking-space rental costs are additional in both Portland and Woodinville and will be quoted for your approval before booking.

Your photographs are presented in an online proofing gallery so you can choose your included images. Extra photographs and prints are optional; your included photographs are never charged again. Payment arrangements are confirmed with you; no online payment is taken with your booking request.

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Optional photo & print packages

  • 5 extra digital photos — $50
  • 10 extra digital photos — $90
  • Portrait Print Set — $35: one 8×10 and two 5×7 lustre prints
  • Family Gift Print Set — $60: two 8×10 and four 5×7 lustre prints

Request these extras with your portrait gallery. Print shipping and applicable tax are additional.

Event photography · Portland & Woodinville · By request

Your occasion.
The whole story.

$200 per hour

2-hour minimum · $400 · Four hours $800

Thoughtful photography for celebrations, gatherings, and small events, capturing the atmosphere, the people, and the moments in between. Additional coverage is $200 per hour. Previously issued $175-per-hour quotes will be honored.

Serving Portland and Vancouver, and Woodinville and the Seattle area. Send your preferred event date, location, and coverage hours through the request form. We’ll confirm availability, coverage details, any special travel costs, and payment arrangements before your booking is confirmed.

Indoor studio or coworking-space rental costs are additional in both Portland and Woodinville and will be quoted for your approval before booking.

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Events & portrait sessions

Have a moment
in mind?

Let's talk about the people, the place,
and the photographs you'd love to have.

hello@brianhougesenphotography.com