If you’ve ever wondered what it would look like to get married in alaska in the winter, let me show you.
Graham and Kelly chose to spend their elopement day together from start to finish. They wanted to be able to focus on each other, the next step they were taking in their relationship, and soak in the beauty of their love and the wilderness of Alaska - and because I have years of experience creating a safe space for my couples, I was the perfect photographer for them.
They got ready together in an airbnb in Girdwood, Alaska. Tiff from Vibe Artistry the bride’s hair and makeup, she zipped herself into the dress, and they had an intimate first look of each other in the kitchen of the airbnb.
We drove out to their ceremony location in the Girdwood forest. They walked through knee deep snow against a backdrop of mountains and pine trees, and bride and groom said their vows.
Husband and wife!! Now it was time to soak in the views, pop champagne, and celebrate. We took the bride and groom portraits in the magical winter wonderland. The rare winter sun glimmered on Kelly’s Dress and it felt like a fairytale (a cold fairytale, but still a fairytale).
They cut their cake, drank hot chocolate, and said hello to some pups traveling by on the nearby ski trails. Name a better way to warm up after your alaskan winter elopement, I’ll wait.
It was a peaceful, sparkling, deeply meaningful day and I’m so honored I got to photograph these two.
Thinking about eloping in Alaska in the winter and looking for someone to show you the ropes + capture your experience? Reach out HERE and I’d be thrilled to help you out.
