Raven Moon Photography LLC

Oklahoma isn’t just wide-open spaces and wind that refuses to quit; it’s a goldmine of textures if you know where to look. We’ve been spending our days getting lost between the vibrant energy of city murals and the quiet, decaying grace of rusty bridges that have seen better decades. Raven Moon Photography is all about finding the ethereal beauty in every corner of our new home, even the ones covered in a little grit. There’s something soulful about the way the light hits a peeling wall or an old iron frame that just feels right. We’re trading the expected for the authentic and finding that Oklahoma has a heartbeat all its own. Every crack and color tells a story, and we’re just here to make sure they’re heard. It’s been a wild ride exploring this landscape, and we’re just getting started.

What’s your favorite hidden gem or textured spot around Oklahoma that we should point a lens at next?

Oklahoma, you’re looking a little too good.

We’ve officially touched down and I’m already getting lost in these wide-open spaces. There’s a certain kind of magic in the way the light stretches across the plains here: it’s got that moody, ethereal glow that makes me want to pull over every five minutes. I’ve traded my old views for these golden horizons, and honestly, the vastness of it all is a bit intoxicating.

Raven Moon Photography is officially open for business in the Sooner State. I’m ready to chase some shadows and capture a few stories under these massive skies. Whether it’s a quiet moment in a wild field or a dramatic session at dusk, I can’t wait to see what kind of magic we can find together.

Take a look at some of the first sights that caught my eye. If you’re around, don’t be a stranger.

What’s one hidden, off-the-beaten-path spot in Oklahoma I absolutely have to point my lens at?

More from Chris and Amber Brooks!

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Oklahoma, consider this your formal warning: I’m packing up my gear and a slightly concerning amount of quarters because the move to Central OK is officially in motion.

I couldn't resist sharing more from that epic session at FlashBack RetroPub with Chris and Amber. Every time I dive back into this gallery, I find more unscripted gems that just scream 'Central Oklahoma energy.' There’s something about neon lights, pinball machines, and a couple that actually knows how to have a good time that makes my job way too easy.

I’m all about those genuine moments: less 'stare at the lens and smile' and more 'forget I’m even here while you try to beat the high score.' If this is what the Oklahoma scene looks like, I think I’m going to like it here just fine.

What’s your go-to arcade game, or are you just there for the neon aesthetic and the nostalgia?

The Pacific Northwest really knows how to lay on the charm when it knows you're packing your bags. It’s like the PNW saw my moving boxes and decided to turn the 'Main Character' energy all the way up just to make this goodbye a little bit harder.

Spending the morning at Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm felt like the perfect love letter to this landscape. Those endless rows of color, and beautiful blue skys represent the kind of ethereal magic that first made me pick up a camera. From the vintage pink tractor to the way the mountain sits on the horizon, it’s hard not to get sentimental.

I’m officially trading evergreen trees for Oklahoma plains soon, but I’ll be carrying these views with me. Raven Moon is moving toward a new chapter in Central Oklahoma, but a part of my soul will always be tucked between these tulip rows.

What’s one local spot that always feels like home to you, no matter how many times you visit?

Check out this adorable shoot with this amazing couple! Big announcement Raven Moon Photography is moving to OKC soon! Be on the look out for more images from this shoot and update on the move!

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Some breathtaking shots from wooden shoe tulip farm. It's hard to imagine in a few short weeks we'll be embarking on a new journey in the OKC area. If you're from that area, we'd love to connect with you and hear your story!

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Who decided that 'romantic' has to mean standing in a golden field of tall grass?

I’m officially bringing Raven Moon Photography to Central Oklahoma, and if this session with Chris and Amber Brooks is any indication of what’s to come, things are about to get a lot more interesting. We ditched the traditional outdoor backdrops for the neon glow and joystick clicking of FlashBack RetroPub OKC.

There’s something so much more honest about capturing love over a round of Pac-Man and some pixelated nostalgia. It’s gritty, it’s vibrant, and it’s unapologetically them. If you've been waiting for a sign to stop playing it safe with your portraits, consider this it. I'm ready to document your real life: whether it’s in a dark arcade, a favorite booth, or somewhere even more 'you.'

Central Oklahoma, I’m ready for you. More of this incredible duo is coming soon, but for now, I have to ask:

What’s one place that feels totally like you, even if it might seem like a 'weird' spot for a photoshoot?

There is a specific kind of chaos that comes with a night market: the smell of kettle corn, the hum of local chatter, and that frantic energy of everyone trying to see everything at once. But even in the middle of the Canby First Thursday bustle, there is always a pocket of quiet if you’re willing to slow down enough to see it.

Last night was one of those times. Between the small business booths and open shop doors, I found these little blooming moments tucked away in the shadows. It’s that spring magic we wait for all winter: not the loud, bright kind, but the soft, moody, blink-and-you’ll-miss-it kind that feels like a secret just for you.

Portland and its neighbors always have a way of surprising me when I think I’ve seen it all. There’s something deeply soulful about a flower catching the light just right while the world rushes past.

What’s the best quiet thing you’ve discovered in the middle of a crowded event lately?

Most people walk right past a daisy like it's just the background noise of the floral world.

We're not most people. 🖤

Swipe to see what happens when you stop seeing a flower as a "w**d" and start seeing it as a study in texture, shadow, and quiet grace.

This is the exact energy we bring to every session : hunting for those small, blink-and-you-miss-it details that make your story uniquely yours. Sometimes the most "ordinary" moments are the most cinematic. You just have to change your perspective.

The world is pretty loud, but there's so much art in the quiet bits.

What's the most underrated beautiful thing on your street? 👇