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Pros to Having a Second Photographer for Your Wedding

Wedding

Your wedding day is one of the most memorable days of your life, filled with so many precious moments that you’ll want to capture and treasure forever! Whether it’s the look in the groom’s eyes, the laughter during the toasts… there’s so many important moments happening at the same time! While a single photographer can […]

Why You Should Consider a First Look

Wedding

As a wedding photographer, I’ve had the privilege of capturing countless love stories, each one unique in its own way. One of the trends that has gained traction in recent years is the concept of a “First Look.” If you’re planning your big day, you might be debating whether or not to include this in […]

Romantic Outdoor Wedding Day in Alaska | Laura + Daniel

Wedding

Capturing Laura and Daniel’s romantic outdoor wedding day in Alaska was definitely one I’ll never forget. Imagine rugged mountains, a crystal-clear lake, and a sky that seemed to stretch forever. That was the setting for their big day, and it was breathtaking! Arriving at the venue felt like stepping into a postcard. There were snow-capped […]

Rustic Wedding Day At The Barn Matsu | Chantelle + Casey

Wedding

I recently had the privilege of capturing Chantelle and Casey’s wedding at The Barn Matsu, and let me tell you, it was like stepping into a Pinterest board—rustic perfection at its finest! The venue’s charm, the couple’s love for each other, and the day’s unfolding events made this a dream. Join me as I walk […]

Romantic October Wedding | Mr. + Mrs. Cornell

Wedding

October in Alaska is a captivating blend of vibrant autumn foliage and the crisp, refreshing air of impending winter, providing a stunning backdrop for weddings. I had the absolute pleasure of capturing Mr. and Mrs. Cornell’s romantic October wedding. Their special day was filled with endless laughter and countless memories made! A Priceless First Look […]

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 […]

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