Michelle Johns Photography

Photographer In Anchorage

Prioritizing Your Memories

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Reflecting Your Connection With Every Capture

Documenting The Details & Painting The Full Picture As Your Anchorage Photographer

You chose this intimate celebration for a reason. You also believe that hand-selected details add meaning to everything from the day-to-day to the once-in-a-lifetime. As your photographer, I’ll be a moving (but hidden) piece of the story, helping you step into these curated moments.

I will do my part to understand the nuances that make you, you — fully aware of the details and dynamics so the photographs reflect your wedding that much more honestly. Unobtrusive, yet in-the-know when it comes to the imagery that is true to you.

I also won’t shy away from connecting with your parents, listening to the stories your grandparents get carried away with, and sharing a laugh with your friends — all to paint the full picture.

In all, this is an experience that will go above and beyond for your moments.

THE PHILOSOPHY

My Take. Your Keepsakes.

It’s about embracing the feelings as they happen. This is what creates vibrant, irreplicable memories. So my philosophy is built entirely around bringing an atmosphere of warmth and confidence, one that provides the foundation for memories and truly stirring imagery that is unapologetically you.

Providing service, too, has also been a core part of my life. I spent years as a medic in the military. Healing others and solving problems — often with only a moment’s notice — filled my cup.

Now, memories and service are blended in my work as a wedding photographer — creating tangible memories that will be held close or jumping in to help without skipping a beat.

Your Photographer In Anchorage, AK —Think Of Me As The Christina Yang To Your Meredith Grey.

For a long time, I’ve documented my journey and life, knowing that my memories deserved to be remembered no matter what they looked like. I wanted the photos I didn’t have access to from my childhood.

More from Michelle

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 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!

Louise and Chris

We couldn't have picked a better 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.

Lauran and Tim

“We had the absolute best time with Michelle.”
She captured an amazing couple session and our small intimate wedding ceremony. The photos she captured were so natural and candid… I highly recommend, especially for an elopement ceremony!

Where To Next?

Traveling Near & Far

England

London

Alaska

Juneau

Italy

Dolomites

california

Monteray

Tennessee

Nashville

FOR MY MOM

Holding Onto Memories

GROWING UP, I REMEMBER ASKING ABOUT FAMILY PHOTOS. I WAS CURIOUS ABOUT THE MEMORIES THAT MADE ME, WANTING THE IMAGES IN MY MIND TO BE MORE EASILY RECALLED. BUT ACTUAL PHOTOS WERE FEW AND FAR BETWEEN, SIMPLY NEVER PRIORITIZED, NEVER TAKEN OR LOST SOMEWHERE ALONG THE WAY.
THE FEW PHOTOS I DO HAVE HELP ME FEEL CLOSE TO MY MOM AGAIN, AFTER LOSING HER TO A HEARTBREAKING BATTLE WITH CANCER. THESE PHOTOS HELP ME REMEMBER THE JOY AND WARMTH SHE GAVE. YEARS LATER, IT’S THE VALUE OF THESE MEMORIES I STILL HAVE OF HER THAT DRIVE WHAT I DO. I NEVER WANT YOU TO LOOK BACK AND HAVE JUST THE WISP OF A MEMORY, BUT RATHER, A WELL-LOVED KEEPSAKE BOX OF ALBUMS OVERFLOWING WITH TANGIBLE MEMORIES OF A LIFE WELL-LIVED, AND FULL OF THE IMAGES OF PEOPLE WHO MEAN THE MOST TO YOU.