Michael Hacker Photography - Weblog

Been away too long…

michaelhacker — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:28:18 +0000

Hey all, I have neglected my web log for too long, so I thought I would update you all on what we have been up to. Here are some samples from some lateset projects. For more, you can always visit our main website<

A Word About Art-Work

michaelhacker — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 19:03:33 +0000

I am often asked what I mean by adding “art-work” to an image , so I thought I would simply post an image that includes art-work. This is just one sample of a textured layer that can be added to an image, and then paint out the layer where you want the actual subject of the image to be un-touched. This example is a sanded gresso texture. Note how the addition of a textured layer can create a “painting” like look. You can see more as you look through my galleries on my main site, Michael Hacker Photography

Crown Ballroom – Warm August Night

michaelhacker — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 21:25:57 +0000

Thanks to Julian and Raven for being such great hosts. The ballroom has undergone some nice changes lately, kudos to you both, you make the photographic experience a better one. And thanks again for the umbrella. Michael

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Adrianna Hill, again what a great time…

michaelhacker — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 01:12:19 +0000

Just some great stuff from one of our favorite venues, Adrianna Hill Grand Ballroom. There you can meet Jessie, one oustanding venue manager and event coordinator. Ian and Jenny helped us to make some really memorable images. If you have your wedding there, don’t forget to have some images made outside for that really cool urban look. Here are a few from last week. You can see a gallery of Ian and Jenny’s wedding there. Thanks guys…. Portland Wedding Photography Photography

Some thoughts for choosing a wedding photographer

michaelhacker — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 08:50:32 +0000

I believe that wedding photography should be approached as an art form emphasizing a departure from the typical wedding images of the past. The ability to make quality images that possess exceptional exposure, dynamic composition, creative lighting and capturing the essence of the subject are essential, but the innovative photographer must begin a creative journey that will inspire the genesis of true artistry in their photography. More below…

The creative wedding photographer must always be looking for a unique and individualistic way to create images that evoke an emotional response in the viewer… in other words, creating true artistry. That is, the ability to create for the client, images that stand out from the rest, images that go beyond the typical. Since the advent of digital photography, most major markets are now saturated with wedding photographers, making it more difficult for the discerning couple to select a competent photographer for what is likely one of the most important days in their lives thus far. When viewing the galleries of the many photographers out there, look for images that spark an emotional response, images that say something to you. See much more at our main site: Wedding Photography Portland

Based in Portland Oregon, serving the Portland metro area, available for travel.

Member: Wedding and Portrait Photographers International (WPPI) Professional Photographers of America (PPA) Professional Photographers of Oregon (PPO) Portland Metropolitan Photographers Association (PMPA)

Tobias and Melanie Wedding

michaelhacker — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 23:49:13 +0000

Super cool couple had a great wedding at the Old Church in Portland, then off to Walters Cultural Arts Center in Hillsboro. WCAC is a very cool reception venue that not so well known, but is guest friendly with great staff and ambience. See more of their great day at portland wedding photographers

Day Drive Through North/Central Oregon

michaelhacker — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 20:31:32 +0000

Wow, I still can’t believe how many beautiful places there are close to home in Oregon. Brenda and I love a certain day trip from Portland, driving east on I-84 to just past the Dalles. Take the Mosier exit and check out the overlook at Rowena, then south toward Wasco and see the wind farms, very cool! It’s like driving into the past in north central Oregon. We had the best burgers we ever ate at the Twist & Shake Drive-In Restaurant in downtown Condon. Great food, great service, great people. Here are few images from our little trip. And by the way, if your interested in any images for wallpapers or backgrounds, let me know… just email from our website at: Michael Hacker Photography

Andy and Stacey’s engagement session

michaelhacker — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 20:54:36 +0000

Here are some samples of a great engagement session we had yesterday. Andy and Stacey are a great couple, and great to work with, thanks you two. View more of our work at Michael Hacker Photography

Have a look at our sample album pages

michaelhacker — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 23:59:33 +0000

Just thought I would post some examples of our page layouts for our amazing Italian leather coffee table books. All Michael Hacker Photography packages include these awesome books.