Oregon Wedding Photographer

this was meant to be

As I sit here in Oregon, introducing myself to you, I realize my life has brought me to this exact spot I’m meant to be. I’ve travelled distances for love that could last a person's lifetime and have gone places most wouldn’t dare to. I’ve photographed elopements on the highest cliffs of Italy, to flying in a helicopter, landing on top of a glacier in Alaska, all the way to the most gorgeous beaches in California and that makes me feel internally grateful.

Because...my story too, is one of perseverance and determination. After graduating college I leaped right into the corporate role as a lead photographer...which to most would seem like a total score. But, to me, I felt like I lived on the outside of this new role. My excitement for adventure photography & the thrill of catching those breathtaking moments wasn’t being fulfilled.

I felt like a robot. Where was the freedom?

Suddenly, even my comfort zone didn’t even feel comfortable. That’s when I made the decision to quit my stable 9-5 job, leave my home town in Pennsylvania and move to Yellowstone National Park & let's just say that's where my adventure began.

MEET ANNA

Anna Persson is a multi-disciplinary creative, gallivanting traveler and arts practitioner. Originally from Perth, Australia, she’s spent the last ten years traveling and living throughout the world – from the cobbled streets of Europe and bustling alleyways of Southeast Asia to the long winding highways of North America and the mountains of New Zealand.

Anna wears a myriad of creative hats – she’s a writer, playwright, poet, actress, improviser, musician, photographer, and visual artist. She believes in the importance of mental health, equity, and creating opportunities for others. Obsessed with stories, Anna has been lucky to live plenty adventures ranging from hitchhiking across the United States and New Zealand to week-long road trips in Iceland.

Anna is here to help with making your day as smooth as can be. She uses her experiences and skills in event planning and management, alongside her extensive travel knowledge to ensure the stressful parts of traveling and your big day are taken care of. New to the Thistle & Tulle team, Anna originally met Krista in 2019 whilst hitchhiking across America! She has been a huge fan of Krista's work and the kind, creative spirit she embodies and is stoked to be part of the team!

THISTLE & TULLE’S ASSISTANT

MEET sicily

Sicily is a laid back person, who is passionate about love in all of its forms. She has a desire to keep learning, and pushing herself to be the best she can be. Storytelling is Sicily’s focus when she’s behind the camera, and she focuses on capturing the real and authentic moments in this life.

Sicily has a weakness for sugar, Dr. Pepper, binge-reading books, and trying new food anytime she travels.

Her family is her world. She’s been married for 10 years and has 3 amazing children. They are her biggest supporters, and she wants to be an example to them to go for what you want in this life. Being a photographer is so much more than just showing up, taking your photos, and leaving. Sicily wants to have a connection and build a friendship with you! She knows how important this moment is in your life, and will give you her all, so let’s do this! 

THISTLE & TULLE’S SECOND PHOTOGRAPHER

MEET olivia

Olivia is a destination Super 8 videographer with a documentary-style approach to capture your day with intention and nuance. She has honed the art of storytelling the last 10 years in Entertainment. She now specializes in bringing your story to life, memorializing your love in a nostalgic and one-of-a-kind way. 

THISTLE & TULLE’S VIDEOGRAPHER