Wedding photography that lets you effortlessly live the day you’ve been dreaming of
ALASKA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
Imagine your grandmother wiping away tears, your friends laughing, your family finally all together, and you're fully present, calm and at ease, soaking up every second.
Most couples face an impossible choice on their wedding day: be fully present OR get beautiful photos. Between rigid timelines, awkward poses, and constant interruptions, many couples barely remember the day they spent months planning. What if you could have both?
What if your photos could capture authentic moments without sacrificing your experience?
I specialize in documenting weddings for couples who want to remember how their day felt, not just how it looked. My years of experience across diverse settings have taught me to anticipate moments before they happen while remaining completely unobtrusive.
Hi, I'm Michelle. I thrive in the beautiful chaos of wedding days, so you don't have to.
I'm not just a photographer, I'm your wedding day ally who brings calm, grounded energy. I'm here to help you feel at ease and confident in front of the camera and guide you gently every step of the way, turning photography into a joyful part of your celebration, not something to pull you away from those you love. My documentary approach allows me to capture moments as they unfold naturally, giving you more time and space in your day. I'm here to handle the unexpected and help you feel seen, safe, and celebrated every step of the way.
Your day first. Photos second. Nothing forced. Nothing missed.
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Greta and Trey x
When I say we could not have had a better experience with a photographer, I'm not exaggerating. When looking for photographers in the area, I really struggled to find any who's style I liked that fit our budget, and it was a last ditch search that brought me to Michelle - and thank goodness. Michelle made our awkward selves feel so relaxed and comfortable with the camera, not that we would even have been able to notice if she didn't. She was able to blend into the area so well. On top of being amazingly professional, by the end of the week it felt like we had gained another friend into our group.
Truly, you will not regret choosing her for your Wedding Photography, best decision I made for the entire day.
Reagan&Robert
There are not enough thank yous in the world to repay Michelle for making my rainy wedding day the most magical day of my life. Aside from your partner, you truly do spend a lot of 1:1 time with your photographer on your wedding day, and I am SO grateful Michelle was that person. She is extremely friendly, accommodating, welcoming, funny, understanding, and above all- patient!! She helped me plan out my wedding timeline, when and where to get pictures, she guided my husband and I on posing but also let us take a natural lead. Her work is nothing short of incredible. She captured every single detail and moment of my wedding day beautifully. I’ve never been so in love with pictures in my life- they make me tear up!! I never felt so beautiful.
Every time I look back on my pictures, it takes me right back to that very moment, which is exactly what I wanted.
Kelly and Joseph
Michelle made our elopement experience better than we ever could have imagined! My husband and I were so nervous going into it thinking that it was going to be awkward, as neither of us are the first ones to want to jump in front of a camera. Turns out we ended up having a wonderful time! Michelle is someone who is so super sweet and an absolute pleasure to work with! She made us feel so comfortable and guided us through the whole thing. We’re both just so thankful we found her and for the beautiful photos she created for us!
Michelle is someone who is so super sweet and an absolute pleasure to work with!
Annie and Thomas
Michelle literally made my elopement/intimate wedding happen! My fiancé proposed on Christmas eve, and we already had a two-week Alaskan vacation planned in April. I knew this was short notice, and not the ideal wedding season for Alaska, but I had a dream and let me tell you Michelle heard me and made it happen! I heard back from her within 30 minutes of inquiring, and she was confident our dreams were attainable. Within this short time frame, my partner was injured in an auto accident and we weren't sure our dream wedding was going to happen. Michelle was so patient and understanding, everything worked out and he was approved to fly just a week before our vacation started!
Hire her if you are looking for beautiful natural photos, a comfortable and authentic atmosphere and to walk away with a new bestie!
Mariah and Sean
Michelle is AMAZING at what she does! With both our engagement session and our wedding she was so much fun and so easy to work with! Her warm, natural style was exactly what I was looking for for our fall wedding and she went above and beyond. She captured everything perfectly, all while making everyone feel as if the camera wasn't even there. We received both posed and candid shots and they're all perfect - there's even pictures from each session that I didn't even know we were able to get and I find new ones to love each time I look through them! I would recommend Michelle to anyone looking for fun, unique photos and for a photographer that truly cares about you and capturing who you are as a couple!
I would recommend Michelle to anyone looking for fun, unique photos and for a photographer that truly cares about you and capturing who you are as a couple!
Dylan and Chloe
Michelle is the first photographer that I have ever worked with. I first met Michelle when Chloe told me that we were doing a photoshoot with her in November. Michelle is outgoing, energetic and knows how to capture the best moments just at the right moment. Once I decided that I was going to propose I knew that I wanted Michelle to capture this moment. I approached Michelle with my proposal idea and she was more than thrilled to be a part of it. Michelle was tasked with the most important part of the plan, which was to get Chloe to agree on doing another “photo shoot”. We spent 3 weeks planning the proposal while keeping it all a secret from Chloe. I can’t wait to work with Michelle again in the future.
She is a great person to shoot with & she sure does know how to get people out of their comfort zone in front of the camera; almost like it’s not there.
Louise and Chris
Michelle shot some couples photos for us on a glacier! She couldn’t have been a better match to have chosen for our photographer. We spent the whole day together and it was such a pleasure. Her eyes for details, and quick fingers for great candids. Our pictures exceeded my expectations and I have been over the moon drooling at them. She listens to you when you share your vision and what kind of vibe you are looking for! Highly recommend!!!
Her eye for details, and quick fingers for great candids. Our pictures exceeded my expectations and I have been over the moon drooling at them.
You deserve to experience these moments fully while knowing they're beautifully preserved. Your wedding should be a joyful celebration, not a photoshoot. With me, you don't have to choose between presence and preservation. You'll be fully immersed in your day while I capture every precious moment. I'll guide you when you need it, step back when you don't, and create a space where you can relax into your day while I capture it in all its chaos and beauty.
When they realize what's happening, their big day has slipped away.
I've watched too many couples spend their wedding day in a blur of anxiety, worried about schedules, and pleasing everyone.
The result? Photos that capture not just what your wedding looked like but also what it felt like. Because the truth is, the most meaningful wedding photos aren't staged. They're genuine emotions captured in real time, tears during vows, spontaneous dance floor joy, and those silent glances between you both that speak volumes.
These images become more valuable with each passing year as they transport you back to the emotions of that day. When you trust me to document your celebration naturally, when you let go of Pinterest-perfect expectations, you get something more authentic: photos that genuinely feel like you.
I preserve the joy, beauty, and emotion of the day without ever turning it into a performance.
