Maren MacGowan Photography is located in Goldendale WA. Maren's photography covers Portraits, Commercial, Weddings and also has a collection of fine art prints for sale. Call Maren Today!

Welcome to Maren McGowan Photography

Film photography -- a life-long passion

Maren MacGowan Photography is located in Goldendale WA. Maren's photography covers Portraits, Commercial, Weddings and also has a collection of fine art prints for sale. Call Maren Today!

It started when I was about 10 . . . I wanted to participate in the science fair and I needed a project. Having been around photography since I was a little tot, I came up with a photography related science fair project: comparison of infrared color film and regular color film and how certain filters change the results of the image. A little geeky and esoteric compared to the other projects, but definitely representative of my future career in photography.

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Photography Services

Turning moments into memories

Portraits: The milestones in life can't be left to selfies. Remember the occasions and people that matter most by scheduling a portrait session with Maren.

Portraits
Commercial: Need to showcase your product and services your business offers?

Commercial
Weddings: Your wedding is a day to remember forever. You've meticulously attended to every detail. Now, its time to consider how those details will be captured.

Weddings
Fine Art Prints:

Fine Art Prints

My Promise To You

Here's what every photo shoot client will receive:



Stunning Photos

I'll make all the images available online for you to browse through, remember and share.

Prints, Prints, Prints

My color lab are expert photo printers and can provide you with single images and custom albums.

My Undivided Attention

My goal is to make sure you get what you want. Need help with organizing a wedding album or event book? Just call.

Ready to talk? Set up an appointment today or call 541-490-5466 for a free consultation.

Recent Photo Essays [ archive ]

A new beginning for a retired horse at Zephaniah’s Promise Ranch in Goldendale, WA. Their mission statement at the ranch: To provide free equine experiences for youth in a safe, loving, and encouraging environment that is fun for both children and horses.
Remember Mac?

A new beginning for a retired horse at Zephaniah’s Promise Ranch in Goldendale, WA. Their mission statement at the ranch: To provide free equine experiences for youth in a safe, loving, and encouraging environment that is fun for both children and... Read More

Essay length: 269 words.
Reading time: ~ 1 minute.
This Spring I went to Maryhill Winery to photograph the bottling process. Its a very busy time with impressive results.
Spring Bottling at Maryhill Winery

This Spring I went to Maryhill Winery to photograph the bottling process. Its a very busy time with impressive results. Read More

Essay length: 391 words.
Reading time: ~ 2 minutes.
It all started in 1879 with three men and their families organizing a Sunday School. The original school house was made of logs and built on land given by one of the three founders. This was a temporary structure, and one of the other founders donated land for the present school grounds.
The Historic Pine Grove Methodist Church

It all started in 1879 with three men and their families organizing a Sunday School. The original school house was made of logs and built on land given by one of the three founders. This was a temporary structure, and one of the other founders... Read More

Essay length: 502 words.
Reading time: ~ 3 minutes.
The process of harvest at a winery is truly exciting. Everyone involved, whether employee or volunteer, has an eager anticipation of the whole process. They remain charged, ready and willing to come at a moment’s notice, when the grapes are just right...ripe and ready to be picked and crushed. They also know that the schedule is entirely at the mercy of the grapes.
Domaine Pouillon Harvest and Grape Crush

The process of harvest at a winery is truly exciting. Everyone involved, whether employee or volunteer, has an eager anticipation of the whole process. They remain charged, ready and willing to come at a moment’s notice, when the grapes are just... Read More

Essay length: 365 words.
Reading time: ~ 2 minutes.
Are you planning a family portrait session? Try something different from the “norm.” Instead of the more traditional posed group photos, have a session that represents something unique to your family.
Family Portraits “Outside the Box”

Are you planning a family portrait session? Try something different from the “norm.” Instead of the more traditional posed group photos, have a session that represents something unique to your family. Read More

Essay length: 335 words.
Reading time: ~ 2 minutes.
Most people associate Lomography with the Diana and Holga cameras, . . . the easiest way to explain Lomography is as an ideology. The point is simply this: carry your camera, take pictures and enjoy the process of taking said pictures.
Lomography Part I

Most people associate Lomography with the Diana and Holga cameras, . . . the easiest way to explain Lomography is as an ideology. The point is simply this: carry your camera, take pictures and enjoy the process of taking said pictures. Read More

Essay length: 451 words.
Reading time: ~ 2 minutes.
The best way to explore and find these places is to get off the main roads and just drive. You will stumble upon these historical treasures everywhere. Tucked away in a corner behind the main part of a tiny town, out in a vast field of wheat, buried in a fruit farm, or even surrounded by trees as tired and worn as the building itself. Fear not, if you are short on time, you can find these treasures along the main roads as well.
Gorge Architecture and History

The best way to explore and find these places is to get off the main roads and just drive. You will stumble upon these historical treasures everywhere. Tucked away in a corner behind the main part of a tiny town, out in a vast field of wheat, buried... Read More

Essay length: 497 words.
Reading time: ~ 2 minutes.

Recent Blogs [ archive ]

Spring has sprung! Here in the Gorge, we love the arrival of spring…it means lots of great hikes, scenic views, and wildflowers.
Wildflowers

Spring has sprung! Here in the Gorge, we love the arrival of spring…it means lots of great hikes, scenic views, and wildflowers. Read More

Choosing a wedding photographer is an important first step to planning a wonderful wedding. Here are five great tips to help you pick the right photographer for your wedding.
5 Great Tips to Picking a Wedding Photographer

Choosing a wedding photographer is an important first step to planning a wonderful wedding. Here are five great tips to help you pick the right photographer for your wedding. Read More

That the “modern print” started on a crude metal plate nearly 200 years ago, and then within 60 years became the flexible negative developed by George Eastman is fascinating to me. The function of film in creating a negative and then making a print in a darkroom is magical.
Why Do I Love Film?

That the “modern print” started on a crude metal plate nearly 200 years ago, and then within 60 years became the flexible negative developed by George Eastman is fascinating to me. The function of film in creating a negative and then making a... Read More

I cannot say enough good things about this photo lab. And, since I shoot 100% film, I cannot imagine the thought of any other lab processing my film, scanning my negatives, printing my proofs and reprints, and so on. They are bar none the best quality for photographic services and their customer service is stellar.
Richard Photo Lab

I cannot say enough good things about this photo lab. And, since I shoot 100% film, I cannot imagine the thought of any other lab processing my film, scanning my negatives, printing my proofs and reprints, and so on. They are bar none the best... Read More

Meet Mac, the first horse to arrive at Zephaniah’s Promise Ranch in Goldendale, WA.
Meet Mac

Meet Mac, the first horse to arrive at Zephaniah’s Promise Ranch in Goldendale, WA. Read More

Don’t skip the pre-wedding session! This is the best opportunity for you and your wedding photographer to get to know each other before the “big day.”
Pre-Wedding Session

Don’t skip the pre-wedding session! This is the best opportunity for you and your wedding photographer to get to know each other before the “big day.” Read More

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