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    • Home
    • Waterfall Portraits
      • About The Location
      • Rope Swing
      • Waterfall & Creek
      • Iris Garden
      • Elopements
      • About The Photographer
      • Guest Photographers
      • Planning your visit
      • Location Rules
      • Fine Art Portraits
    • Wedding Resources
      • 12-Month Wedding List
      • Eloping in Lake Tahoe
      • Family & Weddings
      • Creating Wedding Vows
      • Writing Wedding Letters
    • Nate's Wedding Guide
      • Nates DIY Wedding Guide
      • 1. Defining Your Vision
      • 2. A Home Celebration?
      • 3. To Toast or Not
      • 4. Navigating Vendors
      • 5. Creating a Budget
      • 6. Building a Timeline
      • 7. Save-the-Dates
      • 8. Invitations & RSVP
      • 9. Ceremony Programs
      • 10. Ceremony Decorations
      • 11. DIY Vows and Readings
      • 12. Wedding & Lawn Games
      • 13. DIY Reception Decor
      • 14. Centerpieces & Tables
      • 15. Booth & Guestbook
      • 16. Handmade Favors
      • 17. Cuisine & Drinks
      • 18: DIY Cake and Desserts
      • 19: Attire & Accessories
      • 20: Bouquets Boutonnieres
      • 21: Personalizing Jewelry
      • 22: Capturing the Moments
      • 23: DIY Photo Booth
      • 24: Tips and Tricks
      • 25: Stress-Relief
      • 26: Thank You Notes
    • Sample Gallery
  • Home
  • Waterfall Portraits
    • About The Location
    • Rope Swing
    • Waterfall & Creek
    • Iris Garden
    • Elopements
    • About The Photographer
    • Guest Photographers
    • Planning your visit
    • Location Rules
    • Fine Art Portraits
  • Wedding Resources
    • 12-Month Wedding List
    • Eloping in Lake Tahoe
    • Family & Weddings
    • Creating Wedding Vows
    • Writing Wedding Letters
  • Nate's Wedding Guide
    • Nates DIY Wedding Guide
    • 1. Defining Your Vision
    • 2. A Home Celebration?
    • 3. To Toast or Not
    • 4. Navigating Vendors
    • 5. Creating a Budget
    • 6. Building a Timeline
    • 7. Save-the-Dates
    • 8. Invitations & RSVP
    • 9. Ceremony Programs
    • 10. Ceremony Decorations
    • 11. DIY Vows and Readings
    • 12. Wedding & Lawn Games
    • 13. DIY Reception Decor
    • 14. Centerpieces & Tables
    • 15. Booth & Guestbook
    • 16. Handmade Favors
    • 17. Cuisine & Drinks
    • 18: DIY Cake and Desserts
    • 19: Attire & Accessories
    • 20: Bouquets Boutonnieres
    • 21: Personalizing Jewelry
    • 22: Capturing the Moments
    • 23: DIY Photo Booth
    • 24: Tips and Tricks
    • 25: Stress-Relief
    • 26: Thank You Notes
  • Sample Gallery

The Rope Swing at Grandmother Oak

Capturing Moments That Last

The Rope Swing & Grandmother Oak

Elevate your photography experience with our unique rope swing set against the timeless beauty of an ancient oak in the Sierra Mountains. This private property invites you to step into a world where whimsy meets the wild, creating a perfect fusion for unforgettable portraits.


Our majestic oak tree stands as a sentinel of time, with branches that whisper stories of the ages. It provides not just a sturdy support for our beloved swing but also a connection to the enduring strength and beauty of nature. We named this oak the Grandmother Oak, as over the centuries she's withstood fires and storms, lightning and snow, but still she stands watching silently over generations of children at play. 


A symbol of carefree joy, our rope swing is the heart of many playful portraits. Whether it's a bridal gown billowing in the breeze or a child's laughter caught mid-swing, this simple wooden seat suspended by sturdy ropes provides a moment of weightless wonder.


The dense canopy of the forest frames each swing session with a vibrant tapestry of foliage. The filtered sunlight creates a dance of light and shadow, perfect for capturing the essence of joyous play or the tender glance of a couple in love.


Conducted on private grounds, our rope swing sessions offer an intimate space for clients to express themselves freely, ensuring genuine smiles and unguarded moments are captured in their most natural state.


Ideal for a diverse range of photography needs, the swing invites couples to engage in a playful display of affection, children to delight in the thrill of flight, and individuals to reflect a sense of inner peace amidst the forest's embrace.


At Waterfall Portraits, we encourage our clients to let their spirits soar. The rope swing is more than just a prop; it's a passage back to the blissful simplicity of childhood, a chance to create images that resonate with joy and spontaneity.

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Waterfall Portraits

(By Appointment ONLY) 3939 Inagahee Road Pollock Pines California 95726

(916) 256-0126

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