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Have a Rain Plan
This is the Northwest. Even in the summer months, develop a rain plan for that just-in-case scenario.
Jamie Bosworth Photographer
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Washes of Color
Lighting can completely change the feel of a ballroom. Here the off-white Fields Ballroom assumes the color of a tropical sunset.
Portland Art Museum
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Lighting Makes a Difference! (Video)
Lighting can completely alter the feel of a ballroom. Here columns are uplit in magenta. Black drape enhances the effect.
Evrim Icoz Photography • Ambient Sky Video
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Function & Fashion
These umbrellas are not just an eye-catcher. They help to shelter the table should there be a spring mist.
Jamie Bosworth Photographer
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What do you have on hand?
A mercury glass votive and kitschy kitten make for unique flower containers.
Portland Bride & Groom
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Organic Candelabra
A freshly cut manzanita branch is draped with hanging candle holders – imparting a patio feel to Zenith Vineyard's Grand Ballroom.
Soul Mates Photography
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A Candle in the Dark
We are naturally attracted to light. Illuminate tents, dance floors and pathways at outdoor evening events.
Jingzi Photography
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Dimension
Draped walls, hanging Chinese lanterns, newspaper topiaries and colorful pomander centerpieces create layers – adding dimension to this ballroom.
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Color & Texture
A beautiful tablecloth completely transforms these otherwise simple bistro tables.
David Barss Photographer
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Let There Be Light
Multi-colored moonballs are an inexpensive but dynamic lighting option.
Jamie Bosworth Photographer
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Treasury Ballroom
Color washes can completely transform a ballroom. The Treasury Ballroom is naturally gold-toned.
Evrim Icoz Photography
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Decorating a Tent
This tent uses string lights, hand-made paper crane garlands and simple table runners to delight the eye.
Leah Nash Photography
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Creating Outdoor Rooms
Adding walls to your tent will protect your guests from rain and wind – essentially creating an outdoor patio.
Leah Nash Photography
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Grandmother's Jewelry Box
This unique bouquet of brooches and buttons can be rented – or we can make one to match your wedding theme.
Sara Gray Photography
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From All Angles
Are there varying floor heights at your venue? Will your table be seen from above or below? Plan your table decor with that in mind.
Holland Studios
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It's All About Presentation
These custom-made light boxes can be used to display hors d'ouevres, joined together to make a bar, or scattered around the room in place of tall bistro tables.
Brian Lee Photography
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Plan for Props
Tented reception with checkerboard dance floor.
Evrim Icoz Photography
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A Floral Frame
Warm your entranceway with arrangements that help pull the eye into the room beyond.
[bd] photography • Portland Art Museum
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Add Interest to Your Buffets
Scatter flowers, vines, or props that work with your theme to create attractive buffets.
Jamie Bosworth Photographer