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Gabriel & Karen’s Stunning Fall Wedding At The Barn Mat-Su

Couples, Photography, Wedding

Just over two year ago I photographed a wedding where Karen was the maid of honor and Gabby was the best man.

Sarah and Ryan’s Epic Mountain Wedding at Arctic Valley

Couples, Portraits, Wedding

The variety that Alaska offers in terms of location is almost shocking. Everything from mountains, to oceans, beaches to fields, metropolitan (small as that one may be) to wilderness. The sky is literally the limit! It’s no surprise that the favorite for most is the epic mountain views that are so uniquely Alaskan…

Grace and Mike’s Stunning Wedding at Gloryview Farms

Couples, Photography, Wedding

My umbrellas packed, my boots secured, coat fastened, I trudged out through pouring rain for Grace and Mike’s Wedding day. It had been raining for weeks. At the rehearsal, they decided to move the ceremony under the beautiful pavilion at Gloryview Farms in Wasilla. Just as I started to unpack, the rain began to lighten. […]

Kylee & Matt’s Colorful Wedding at the Alaska Zoo

Couples, Portraits, Wedding

When I met with Kylee and Matt last year for their very first bridal we sat, sipped coffee, and got to know each other. Kylee and Matt described a wedding that was fun, unique, and colorful…

Leslie & MJ’s Beautiful Wedding at the Dena’ina Center in Anchorage

Couples, Portraits, Wedding

While the world is returning to pre-pandemic normality, the wedding industry is a little delayed in correcting. Schedules fill up fast and far in advance, many wedding vendors learned the hard way that burnout is real. Weddings are a big event and we pour so much of ourselves into these events and we need appropriate […]

Xaviera and Chong’s Stunning Engagement Session at Flattop

Couples, Engagement, Portraits, Uncategorized, Wedding

What makes a book a great book? I think most of us would agree it has to do with the element of surprise. All these compelling little moments that lead up to a big reveal. Love stories are “written” in a similar way.

Raeanna & Jordan’s Intimate Wedding at Sunset View Resort

Elopement, Photography, Portraits, Wedding

Big Lake, Alaska holds a very special place in my heart. Growing up we spent many summer days at my grandpas cabin, swimming, painting piggie banks, and roasting marshmallows. As you’d imagine I was thrilled to hear that Raeanna and Jordan had chosen the beautiful sunset view resort in Big Lake for their wedding.

Jessica & Williams Summer Wedding at Snow Peak Farm

Couples, Elopement, Photography, Wedding

privacy of the bridal suite at the beautiful snow peak farm, William is just moments from seeing the love of his life, finally, as his bride. He turns to face away, the door creeks, and the tapping of Jessica’s heels as she enters the room. His heart rate increases, his hands start to shake, the anticipation is almost unbearable.

Katy & Dakota’s Hatcher Pass Engagement Session

Couples, Engagement, Portraits, Wedding

Sometimes it amazes me how large and how small our world can be and I don’t think I’m alone. That’s why shows like “This is us” are so popular. The way our lives crisscross, intersect, and part is fascinating.

Ethan & Yeraldy’s Alaskan Adventure Session

Couples, Engagement, Portraits, Wedding

Wedding planning can often times feel hectic. It’s just part of the game!! I often tell brides, it wouldn’t really be a wedding if at least one thing didn’t go awry. Ethan and Yeraldy have taken hectic to a whole new level.

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