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Alaska Elopement Photographer & ADVENTURE PLANNER
elopement experiences that feel like the best date of your life
elopement experiences that feel like the best date of your life
ALASKA BASED elopement photographer,
AVAILABLE WORLDWIDe
photographing your love in any chapter
couples, proposals, engagements, elopements, anniversaries, vow renewals and beyond.
photographing your love in any chapter
This sounds perfect
Marrying your best friend is one of the greatest adventures of your life, and eloping is the perfect way to embody that feeling. Just you and your person, in a beautiful place, making memories you'll want to relive for the rest of your lives.
Eloping isn't about performing for anyone else, it's about crafting something that feels true to you and your relationship. You get to intentionally choose every piece of your day without following a script. You can sleep in or wake up early, you can pick your old favorites or new foods and drinks you want to savor, wear attire that makes you feel comfortable and confident, choose colors and themes and activities that make you happy and excited to experience together.
Planning this day doesn't have to be a drag or stressful, you have the opportunity to make your elopement day the best date ever. If this sounds like exactly what you're looking for, then my friends, you're in the right place!
Award Winning Elopement Photographer
You’re not just getting married. You’re marrying your best friend, and that’s SO exciting!! As someone who also married their best friend it makes me endlessly happy to watch couples experience all the little things that make their relationship so special. The inside jokes, the looks that say it all, the reassuring touches, the excitement and the overflowing love. It all makes me smile ear to ear behind my camera and I can’t get enough of it!
I’m deeply invested in helping you create not just an epic experience, but one that truly embodies who you are as individuals and as a couple. As a lifelong Alaska photographer with a decade photographing couples in love, you will have the ultimate elopement resource by your side.
Your adventure elopement photographer & planner
Hey, I'm Donna!
"Donna was absolutely wonderful to work with! I cannot recommend her enough. She made this process so easy and comfortable for both of us. It truly felt like we were more on a date being silly, enjoying our time together and this is a memory I will cherish forever, so thank you Donna!"
- Casey & Matt
“We truly felt like a friend was documenting our elopement, not a stranger.
When our original plans changed unexpectedly, she knew exactly where to go to capture the perfect shots. She even hiked through deep snow to get amazing skiing photos for us!
Booking Donna will be the second best decision you make [for] your wedding day (the first being ‘I do!’)
- EMILY & REED
Just like Shakira's hips, these reviews don't lie!
“She helped me along the entire process—from sending sample galleries, to choosing locations, and creating a detailed timeline of the wedding day. She was also INCREDIBLY helpful on my elopement day, lending an extra hand whenever I needed it.
My husband, who’s not a fan of getting his picture taken, even said that spending 10–12 hours taking photos was actually enjoyable!”
- Lindsey & isaac
Just like Shakira's hips, these reviews don't lie!
“When the weather didn’t cooperate on our wedding day, she came up with a plan that ended up working out perfectly. Donna made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. She had so many fun and creative ideas, and her enthusiastic + friendly personality made it feel like we were spending our day with a good friend.”
- sam & danica
Just like Shakira's hips, these reviews don't lie!
“Despite a winter weather advisory snowstorm and single-digit temps, Donna braved the elements to capture the most magical moments of our day.
The photos not only captured the essence of our love and the beauty of Alaska—they made our friends and family feel like they were there, just by looking at them.”
- EMILY & alex
Just like Shakira's hips, these reviews don't lie!
your elopement day is a chance to be fully yourselves, ditch traditions and plan something that truly embodies your relationship. You in?
Let's start planning
Side effects may include:
Please contact an Alaska elopement professional if you think this experience is right for you. 😉
- wanting to move here
- always bringing up "the best vacation ever" to your friends & family
- pulling out your photo album to show everyone how amazing it was
- and wishing you could do it all over again.
Please contact an Alaska elopement professional if you think this experience is right for you. 😉
Warning:
You want some incredible photos that show all the emotions and adventures of the day
You want to invest in memories that will last a lifetime
You aren't afraid of a little dirt and spontaneity
You want to experience breathtaking scenery via hike, helicopter, boat, or a drive, etc. (not mandatory though)
You value quality time and experiences together, especially fun adventures
with me as your photographer
An alaska elopement might be for you if...
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Here for all the little moments when you:
and when you look at each other at the end of it all with the happiest smile on your face saying "HOLY COW WE DID IT!!!"
Those are the moments that make you look back and wish you could relive it over and over.
- laugh so hard your cheeks hurt
- catch your breath in awe of the views
- kiss each other between your vows
- wipe a tear off the other's cheek
and when you look at each other at the end of it all with the happiest smile on your face saying "HOLY COW WE DID IT!!!"
Those are the moments that make you look back and wish you could relive it over and over.
emotion first storytelling, vibrant, true to you
I want that!
"As shy people, getting photos taken seemed daunting and stressful. From the very beginning, Donna helped us feel completely at ease, creating a relaxed environment throughout the entire process. This allowed our true personalities to shine through. We love her unique style and her focus on natural movement and moments, rather than posed and smiling at the camera."
- Mair & John
Call me, beep me, if you wanna reach me!
All the things you need to know about eloping in the beautiful state of Alaska written by a local Alaskan. From seasons, weather and clothing tips to marriage license information, recommended locations and so much more! Written by your very own Alaska Photographer.
Everything You Need to Know About How to Elope In Alaska
