Alaska Elopement Photography & Planning
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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 in Alaska?! EVEN BETTER!
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.
As your local Alaska Elopement Expert, I come alongside you to craft an experience that feels like the best date ever. From elopement photography to custom crafted experiences, you've found your one stop shop to make this day a reality!
“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 LEFLER
Don't just take my word for it...
The elopement experience, in their words
“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 BARLEY
Don't just take my word for it...
The elopement experience, in their words
“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
LEIENDECKER/ROCKNEY
Don't just take my word for it...
The elopement experience, in their words
“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 Lanier
Don't just take my word for it...
The elopement experience, in their words
You’re not just getting married. You’re marrying your best friend, and that’s wildly exciting!! The inside jokes, the looks you exchange when you're excited or nervous, the reassuring touches. All the moments that make you go 'Wow, that's my person' truly say it all. Having married my own best friend, I know exactly how meaningful all of those pieces are and it makes me endlessly happy to witness and photograph them during an elopement day.
With that in mind, I’m deeply invested in helping you create an elopement experience that allows you to fully be yourselves! Stress-free, exciting, comfortable and tailored to you. As a lifelong Alaskan, and photographer with a decade of experience with couples, you're going to get more than beautiful photos. You're getting an elopement sidekick who knows this process inside and out.
If you want a day that feels more like a fun date with some fun extra sprinkles, then you're in the right place!
Your Alaska Adventure Elopement Photographer & Coordinator
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
Award Winning Alaska Photographer
your elopement day is a chance to be fully yourselves, ditch traditions and plan something that truly embodies your relationship. You in?
- 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.
Photographing elopements, couples photos, engagement photos, surprise proposals, anniversary sessions and more as your story grows and changes!
fun, stress-free and true to life elopement photography
"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
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Love what you're seeing and want to make it official? Inquire through my contact form. You'll hear from me within 3 business days (Tues-Fri). After I get your email I'll let you know if I'm available and we can dive into all the fun details together!
1. drop me a line
Make it Official
This is a 20-30min zoom call to make sure we're a good match. We'll chat about your story, why you chose to elope, what you're envisioning for your day, and how I can come alongside you to help make it a reality.
2. Free consult call
When you're ready to book I'll send a contract your way and we can get started crafting your dream elopement day!
3. Signed, sealed, delivered
Let's start planning
- 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 epic memories in epic place with meaningful photographs of it all
You want to feel seen, taken care of and supported while planning & photographing
You aren't afraid of a little dirt and spontaneity
You want your wedding day to feel like the best date of your life
You value quality time, adventuring & experiencing new places and sights together
with me as your photographer
An alaska elopement might be for you if...
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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
