Rooted & Wild is a licensed wedding officiant in Portland, Oregon who takes great joy in creating spirited wedding ceremonies that express your unique romance story. Whether it’s in an open field or on the edge of a cliff, officiant Emily Sterling wants your wedding ceremony to be romantic, sacred, and unforgettable. Rooted & Wild gladly officiates indoor and outdoor weddings in and around the Pacific Northwest.
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If you’re dreaming of a wedding, elopement, vow renewal, or civil union in the heart of nature, Emily is more than willing to hike to the destination you desire for your ceremony. Rooted & Wild believes that everyone’s love story should be told which is why Emily enjoys officiating for members of the LGBTQ community. As each couple is special and deserves services tailored to their unique needs, Emily offers a free 30-minute consultation to make sure she’s the perfect wedding officiant for you. Rooted & Wild helps couples write their vows and even provides vow writing workshops. Emily will also preside over non-religious, interfaith, agnostic, and non-denominational ceremonies.
Recommended by 100% of couples
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Dawn · Married on 06/16/2018
Emily was amazing from the first interaction until the moment we were announced Mr. & Mrs.'s! She took the time to sit down and hear our love story in person. Then she sent us each a questionnaire to fill out which allowed her to build our ceremony from there. The collaborative process was unexpected and helpful when formulating our ceremony. She really got a sense of who we are not only as a couple, but as individuals as well. Emily made herself readily available for any questions or concerns. I never expected the ceremony to be my favorite part of the wedding day but it was without a doubt the most memorable day of our lives. All of our family and friends were so impressed with Emily. Many of them assumed she was a close friend of ours. By the end, we can definitely say Emily has become a friend and truly enjoys what she does. Her passion for love 100% shines through her work. We would highly recommend her if you want a personal, unique and meaningful ceremony.
Sent on 07/22/2018
Bonus: She also teaches vow writing workshops that were so fun and very helpful when writing our own vows.
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Marissa Solini · Getting married on 07/13/2019
Vow Writing Workshop Review
My partner and I attended Emily's "Vow Writing Workshop" and were so glad we did! We are getting married next year and are opting for a small intimate wedding so making sure we have meaningful and heartfelt vows is very important to us. After this workshop I feel full of reminders of why I'm so excited to marry my partner and finally feel in the right mindset to write these vows - all thanks to Emily! She was helpful at guiding us, while also encouraging us to be 100% ourselves and she has such a calm and wonderful energy about her. I highly recommend her workshop!
Sent on 11/10/2018
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Julie · Married on 11/03/2018
Best wedding celebrant!!
I don’t even know where to start with how WONDERFUL Emily was to work with. From the very beginning, Emily made sure that we were on the same page. She spent time getting to know us and she made sure she understood the tone we wanted for the wedding. She had creative ideas to make our ceremony unique. She showed us exactly what she would be reading during the wedding, and allowed us to provide feedback. On the day of the wedding, she was at the venue early, making sure everything was ready for the ceremony.
Sent on 11/09/2018
We had specifically asked that the wedding be lighthearted and more funny than serious. She delivered—people were crying and laughing at the same time. I had so many people come up to me after the ceremony asking about her. Many people said it was the BEST wedding ceremony they had ever been part of—and I agree. ☺
Rooted & Wild's reply:
This 1.5 hour interactive workshop helps you craft the promises you want to make to your partner on your wedding day and throughout your relationship. You'll laugh, reflect and reconnect with the reasons why you are committing to your partner. You'll leave with inspiration and tips to tackle your vows with confidence. In this workshop, you will receive vow writing templates, tips & tricks and reflection questions to get your creative juices flowing!
Come with an open heart and a sense of humor. Couples are encouraged to attend the workshop together. This workshop is also appropriate for couples in love who are not engaged but wish to explore their love story or married couples who want to refresh their vows to one another.
Tickets are $40/person and include a glass of champagne!
Tickets on sale here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vow-writing-workshop-part-1-tickets-53838060087
This 1.5 hour interactive workshop held in the cozy loft of the Corkscrew Wine Bar helps you craft the promises you want to make to your partner on your wedding day and throughout your relationship. You'll laugh, reflect and reconnect with the reasons why you are committing to your partner. In this workshop, you will receive vow writing templates, tips & tricks and reflection questions to get your creative juices flowing! You'll leave with inspiration and strategies to tackle your vows with confidence.
Come with an open heart and a sense of humor. Couples are encouraged to attend the workshop together. This workshop is also appropriate for couples in love who are not engaged but wish to explore their love story or married couples who want to refresh their vows to one another.
Tickets are $40/person. You can select an exclusive Sparkling Wine flight during the event for $20.
There are 2 workshop dates available at this location: February 24th and April 7th.
Purchase your tickets for the above dates here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vow-writing-workshop-tickets-53772136909
Part 2 of the Vow Writing Workshop series is for couples who wish to refine and finalize their vows in a workshop setting! We will go deeper into vow structures with time to write and receive feedback from the instructor. Leave the workshop with a final version of your vows and the confidence to express your love to your partner on your wedding day. (No public speaking is required during this workshop! This is a safe zone to receive as much or as little feedback as you are comfortable with).
Vow Writing Part 1 is required before attending Part 2. The next Vow Writing Part 1 class is on February 5th.
Tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vow-writing-workshop-part-2-tickets-53838511437
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If you want your ceremony to stand out from the other 20 weddings you've been to recently, go with Rooted and Wild. You'll create a memorable ceremony that is fun for you and your guests!
Emily has a wonderful and strong sense of self and her surroundings. She is an active listener that allows for full immersion in cultivating the experience that each individual couple wants and desires. Her calm, supportive demeanor makes for an ideal efficient and trustworthy confidant. You can only have a joyous and calm ceremony when she is a part of it.
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