Hey, I’m Carly

I’m a photographer based in Portland, Oregon.

I photograph couples, families, maternity, branding, and portraits throughout the Pacific Northwest and wherever travel takes me. My work is rooted in a natural, nostalgic style, balancing candid storytelling with gentle direction. Creating images that I hope feel honest, effortless, and artfully composed. Always with a focus on storytelling and connection.

Before starting CarlyCas Photography, professionally, I spent years working in sales, recruiting, and customer success,learning how to connect with people from all walks of life. Personally, travel has shaped the way I see the world. It's taught me to notice details and appreciate beauty in everyday moments. That same curiosity follows me into every session, helping create photographs that feel thoughtful, honest, and personal.

Let’s create the kind of photos you’ll still love ten years from now. Send me a message or schedule a call to start planning.

Cliffs Notes

If you’re just browsing…

Movies I’ll Never Get Tired Of

Before Sunrise
Little Women (2019)
10 Things I Hate About You
Lala Land
The Great Gatsby (1974)
Secret Life of Walter Mitty
Saltburn

Inspired By

Corinne Day, Arthur Elgort,
Sofia Coppola, Matt Morris, Steven Meisel, My Mom & Barbie

Favorite Countries Visited

Highlights definitely include: Italy, Spain, Mexico, and Botswana.


Dream Dinner Party Guests

My Dad, Anthony Bourdain, and Robin Williams (also, dream blunt rotation)

Drink of Choice

A chilled glass of CHO Wine’s 2024
Pinot Noir Pét Nat Rosé

Favorite Portland Restaurant

Malpractice for Cocktails
Urdaneta for Dinner

The Stats (If You’re Into That Sort of Thing)

Capricorn Sun • Aquarius Rising • Aries Moon
Enneagram 6 — The Loyalist
ENFJ — The Protagonist