Mountain Elopement in Anchorage | Rogan + Simiyah

Welcome to the adventure that was Rogan and Simiyah’s oceanside elopement in Anchorage! Anchored in their shared love for the outdoors, the couple took the offbeat path, literally and figuratively, for their wedding ceremony. It was a very intimate setting, focused just on the two of them and their love - exactly like they wanted.

The day kicked off on the rocks of beluga point, with mountains in the distance and a blizzard raging around us. I don’t know if I’ve ever seen more incredible winter wedding attire! They shared their vows using the evergreens for shelter from the wind, exchanged rings and made it official.

Rogan and Simiyah braved the elements for a few photos that practically shouted “WE ELOPED IN ALASKA IN A BLIZZARD” (absolutely worth it) before we retreated to a less blustery are of anchorage for some more magical snowy bride and groom portraits.

Following the ceremony, the couple returned to their hotel downtown Anchorage to continue the celebration. A cozy cake-cutting session followed by some champagne popping completed our time together but definitely was not the end of the warm fuzzy feelings!! I literally miss these two.

This unconventional elopement was a true testament to their love for each other and the outdoors. While far from traditional, Rogan and Simiyah’s mountain elopement in Anchorage was very much them.

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Kind Words

“Rachel was wonderful to work with! She was the only professional vendor we booked and are so thrilled we did. Not only are the photos of our intimate elopement wedding in the Prince William Sound gorgeous, but she fit in seamlessly with our tiny 10-person wedding party. She was climbing ship stacks and into zodiacs in the rain without batting an eye. So happy we got to work with her!” -Mariah

Dreamy Alaskan Elopement | Connor + Alissa

Connor and Alissa chose Whittier Alaska, their 12ish favorite people and their pups to create the perfect elopement day adventure for the two of them. Everyone got ready in a big cabin in Girdwood before making the drive to the overlook of their dreams in Whittier.


We all hiked down to the most serene little beach spot; Alissa got dressed on the beach and hid in a cove while the groom skipped rocks and the rest of the crew set up their ceremony in front of a stream running into the ocean.

Their ceremony (performed by their dear friend) was sweet and emotional. I never want couples to feel any pressure to “force emotion” during wedding day moments, but I DO want them to feel relaxed, comfortable, and safe to have the space to be authentically themselves and in their feels on their big day.

We raced against the tide to take some one of a kind portraits by the ocean before hiking back up to a perfect snack spread on the picnic tables. We took photos with the crew, drank whisky, and frolicked around in a field.

Thank you to Connor and Alissa for choosing me to document this day that they did their way!

The shots of them out on the rocks in the ocean are maybe some of the most epic photos I’ve ever taken, enjoyyyyy

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“She’s amazing to work with, so talented, and a genuinely great human being. I’m so glad that I found her and had the opportunity to work with her. I can honestly say we found a friend through her and can’t wait until we get to visit Alaska again so we can catch up with her!”

— Bao & Bianca

Intimate Beach Elopement | Alaska Wedding Photographer

It was honestly SUCH an honor to shoot this intimate beach elopement for Zoe and Travis. The whole day was so personal & laid back. As an Alaska elopement photographer - this was exactly my vibe.

Anyone who knows them can tell you that Zoe & Travis are best friends. They are goofy and in love. (The best combo!) They chose to have an intimate beach elopement because they wanted something that matched their personalities and felt authentic.

They gathered their closest family and friends for a relaxed day together. Starting at an Airbnb in Girdwood, where they all got ready together. Zoe did a first look for Travis & his reaction was so sweet. You can tell even by just looking at the photos how in love these two are!

After the first look, they took the tunnel to Whittier, and everyone got set up on the beach. It was under 15 people in attendance and they all stood together in a group while Zoe walked down the “aisle” and they said I Do. Their guests shared special things about the couple after their ceremony, which was really meaningful. Lots of tears!!

Afterwards, we took some time to take newlywed portraits with just the two of them near the water with the stunning Alaska mountains in the background. We wandered all over the beach and they were just glowing with excitement. I love that time just after the ceremony when it’s hitting my couples that they are freaking MARRIED. It’s my favorite time for couples portraits.

After pictures, they all gathered for casual burgers and games back at the Airbnb. They had personalized details like their wine glasses, and little cupcakes (they did a mini “cake cutting” with them). But after signing the marriage license, they changed into comfortable clothes and enjoyed a relaxed evening with their family and friends.

It was such a special intimate beach elopement and I was smiling ear to ear the whole time editing their gallery. I love these authentic, quiet, special days. I’ll always say yes to more like this!

Glacier Adventure Elopement | Alaska Wedding Photographer

John & Elena brought passion and a spirit of adventure to their glacier adventure elopement

They nailed the balance of warm and stylish. You would never have known that Elena was seven months pregnant - she took on the snow and helicopter unphased, a testament to her adventurous spirit.

The two had been together for years and knew that they wanted to go on an adventure with just the two of them to start the married chapter of their lives. Despite the cold, they both cried through the ceremony.

I am OBSESSED with the intimacy of ceremonies where you are promising your love to your best friend in front of out of this world beauty. It can't be beat.

They enjoyed hot chocolate and (frozen) marshmallows over the fire that Madison of Wild Hearts Events provided. AK Helicopter Tours were amazing as always. And the amazing florals were by Sireli.

Seward Adventure Elopement | Alaska Wedding Photographer

This Seward adventure elopement was one for the books! Like WOW. I’ll hop on a boat and photograph you eloping ANY DAY. These two so clearly chose each other for better or for worse, and I loved how they focused their whole day around their own intimate moments together becoming man & wife.

Phil & Rachel knew from the start they wanted to do something different (like an adventure elopement, just for the two of them) and when talking about where someone said “Alaska!” and that was that!

When the big day finally arrived, we met at the harbor for their Seward adventure elopement. We hung out on the dock waiting for our ride, and then traveled through some beautiful coves to a secluded island with incomparable alaskan scenery. There, Madison from Wild Hearts Events set up for their intimate ceremony (which was SO special to witness). The newlyweds then enjoyed cake and a dance on the beach afterward while we took photos to the epic backgrounds Seward, Alaska has to offer.

Any time, any day - I will be down for an elopement on a boat. I grew up on a boat so I apparently don’t have to worry about motion sickness either. Seriously though, how COOL.

(Shout out to their team of vendors who made this day so special! Everyone is linked at the bottom!)

VENDORS:
Planner: Madison
HMUA: Tiffee
Florals: Lily of the Valley
Boat: Millers Landing

Girdwood Elopement | Alaska Wedding Photographer

This Girdwood elopement was absolutely perfect for Nick and Christa. In literally every way. I can’t wait for you to see this one.

They are are those meet once, friends for life kind of people.

Christa found me on Facebook of all places and we connected IMMEDIATELY over a love of Alaska, the mountains, and the forest.

She was having trouble finding a place to get married that fit her vision up in Fairbanks, Alaska so I sent her some photos of Girdwood. She was sold immediately and brought the whole celebration down there. (I mean, can you blame her?)

Their entire Girdwood elopement day felt like hanging out with old friends, even though it was out first time hanging out in person. There was just so much love and support, not only between Nick and Christa but their entire crew of family and close friends.

These two have something special.

Nick is Christa's safe place, and she is the light of his life. Neither of them are from Alaska originally but they both wholeheartedly embraced its beauty, community, and wilderness. Photographing them and their incredibly meaningful day was an honor.

(some of my favorite images ever of the hike we went on at the end - you don’t want to miss them!!)

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