About Me
I'm Aria Chen,
photographer.
Based in Portland, Oregon, I've spent the last eight years chasing light — in grand cathedrals and wild forests, across boardrooms and beachside ceremonies.
My work lives at the intersection of documentary honesty and fine art beauty. I believe the most powerful photographs happen when subjects forget the camera is there — and that's when I press the shutter.
When I'm not shooting, you'll find me hiking the Columbia River Gorge, obsessing over film photography, or teaching workshops on light and composition.
Work With Me8+
Years of Experience
400+
Sessions Completed
12
Countries Visited
3
Industry Awards
My Approach
Light. Emotion. Story.
Every session begins with a conversation. I want to understand who you are, what this moment means to you, and what you want to feel when you look back at these images decades from now.
I work primarily in natural light, chasing the golden hours of morning and evening. When artificial light is needed, I use it sparingly and craft it to feel natural.
Post-processing is handled with a light touch — I enhance what's already there rather than creating something artificial. My edits are timeless, not trendy.
The Kit
Equipment
Cameras
- –Sony A7R V
- –Sony A7 IV (backup)
Lenses
- –24–70mm f/2.8 GM II
- –85mm f/1.4 GM
- –16–35mm f/2.8 GM
- –70–200mm f/2.8 GM II
Lighting
- –Profoto B10X (×2)
- –Profoto A1X (on-camera)
Post-Processing
- –Adobe Lightroom Classic
- –Adobe Photoshop
- –Capture One
Recognition
Press & Awards
2024 & 2025
Wedding Wire Couples Choice Award
Recognized by couples for outstanding service and imagery.
2023
Pacific Northwest Photography Award
Best in Landscape category, juried by regional professionals.
2022
Featured in Junebug Weddings
Real wedding editorial published by the internationally curated blog.
Ready to work together?
Check availability and get in touch — I'd love to hear about your project.
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