The KTE Journal

It is hard to believe we’re in the thick of the holiday season. Being in the hospitality industry, I am confident many of us work tirelessly to be able to enjoy a bit of rest in December and January, but who am I kidding? Rest is relative but one can dream. The holidays are always […]

Amidst the breathtaking landscape of Oregon, Oakwood Gardens served as the perfect picturesque oasis for Maud and Nick’s wedding inspired by the gardens of Monet. Surrounded by lush shrubbery, blooming flowers, and towering trees, the couple and their guests were transported into a storybook realm. Due to Oregon’s historically rainy springs we ensured that we […]

As the Spring showers bring forth fresh blooms, it’s evident that the cold grip of winter has loosened, and the warm embrace of Spring has finally arrived. Everyone eagerly awaits the chance to venture outside, dust off their barbecues, and relish the transition into summer. While May brings this sense of awakening for us in […]

In January, after only a few weeks into the new year, the KTE team headed off to Puerto Vallarta to soak up some much-needed sunshine and to celebrate the union of our lovely clients, Missy and Trey. This couple, who have been sweethearts since their college days, chose Vidanta, a resort which Missy’s family frequented […]

Reflecting on the past year always leaves me feeling grateful yet motivated. Grateful for all that the year has brought and for my amazing community, yet eager for a fresh calendar, unbelievable clients, and the opportunity for our team to create and design with a new lens in focus. Speaking of reminiscing, last year, the […]

With fall coming to an end and winter around the corner, the brisk air has the KTE team reminiscing on our whirlwind of summer weddings. Rewinding back to the first wedding of our 2022 summer season, we were fortunate enough to plan a whimsical garden wedding for a very special couple, KelCee and Russell. We […]

Although the month of January seemed to feel like molasses, we’ve had the most beautiful start to spring here in Portland with the landscape in full bloom. The colors are bright, the air is crisp and it’s times like these where I couldn’t love being in the Pacific Northwest more. Our 2020 year started with […]

The start of a new decade welcomes us with open arms, and like so many, our resolutions are off to a strong start, and we are optimistic about what lies ahead. As this time of year is known for having the full-court press mentality, I’ve taken the beginning of the year to reflect on 2019, […]

Every event is tailored to our client, design, and atmosphere that we aim to execute, and one of the most important components of bringing all three of those items together is the creation of the master floor plan. Photo By: Erich McVey, Event Planning & Design By: Simply Chic Events, Source: Pinterest Designing floor plans […]

At Kelsey Timberlake Events, we believe in the value of an engagement shoot. It is just as much for your photographer as it is for you, and giving your photographer an opportunity to better understand your dynamic helps them to learn how to best capture your wedding day. If you’ve been debating the investment, we hope […]