One of my favorite things as a photographer is capturing genuine, once-in-a-lifetime moments — and getting to document my friend's first time seeing the Pacific Ocean was exactly that! She visited me all the way from Poland, so a trip to Cannon Beach was a must. Watching her take in the Oregon coast for the first time was such a joy, and of course I had to take advantage of that stunning backdrop for some portraits! Haystack Rock, the wide open beach, the coastal light — it was the perfect setting. I'm so excited to share a few of my favorite images from our day!

Blonde woman in black dress walking on reflective beach with dramatic rock formations and ocean backdrop.
Blonde woman in black lace dress walking barefoot on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background.
Woman in black dress walking on Cannon Beach with iconic Haystack Rock in the background on an overcast day.
Blonde woman in black dress walking on sandy beach with iconic Haystack Rock at Cannon Beach, Oregon.
Blonde woman in black lace dress posing on sandy beach with iconic Haystack Rock in background.
Woman in black dress walking on misty beach with mountain backdrop, reflection visible on wet sand.