Alabama Wedding, Elopement, & Lifestyle Photographer

A Cinematic storytelling journey for couples, families, and individuals.

rooted in meaning, inspired by connection, built on shared experiences, told with heart, & made for memory.

SERVING ALABAMA & TRAVELING TO DESTINATIONS WORLDWIDE
BOOKING 2026 & 2027

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IF YOU DREAM OF A PHOTO EXPERIENCE THAT FEELS LIKE YOU - YOU’RE IN THE RIGHT PLACE.

YOU’RE TELLING THE STORY & I’M LISTENING.

If planning feels overwhelming, if you worry your story might get lost, if expectations feel heavy or disconnected from who you are…if you’ve imagined your elopement, wedding, or session as feeling effortless - this is a space where your moments are noticed, your story is honored, & every detail matters.

 
 
Tell Me About Your Day
 

A Wedding & Lifestyle Experience Centered on Your Story

imagine Your Day like this

Couple standing together at Pulpit Rock watching the sun go down, surrounded by dark trees at Cheaha State Park.

01 - Elopements

Just the two of you, eyes locked, hands intertwined, standing in a place that feels other-wordly. There’s no rush, no pressure. Just calm & joy. You’re finally here. You pull out your vows, take a deep breath, and try to find the words to convey the weight of this moment and your love. You are hanging on to every second, wondering how it could be any more perfect. You spend the next few hours exploring together, savoring the incredible views, & holding each other close.

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02 - Weddings

The two of you, surrounded by all of the people you know & love. For months, you’ve thoughtfully & intentionally worked together all of the details of this day. A flexible timeline, vendors you trust, a guest list made up of people that actively invest in your life, and focus on all of the things that actually matter to you. You mindfully carve out time throughout the day to spend alone together. You celebrate, you eat good food, hug lots of necks, & dance your heart out.

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03 - Lifestyle

Maybe you just got engaged. Maybe you’ve found out you’re expecting. Maybe you just bought a house. Maybe your baby just turned 2. There doesn’t even have to be a reason. Whatever it is - you have it documented in a way that focuses on real moments & emotions. There’s connection, meaningful conversations, & photos to remember it all.

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What Others Are Saying about their experience

“I don’t even remember her being there capturing some of the moments, but there they are, flawless and beautiful like an artful memory.”

Client Reviews & Kind Words
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Meet YOUR Elopement, Wedding, & Lifestyle PHotographer

Hi, I’m Dakota, the Human Behind the Camera.

I think that being invited into your most special days is a pretty big deal - whether that’s your elopement, wedding, or another life milestone. I’m so glad you’ve found your way here. Photographs are your documented history - what you saw, what you thought, what you heard, what you said, & what you felt in a moment. They can showcase your personality, your style, & all of the things that make you, YOU. It’s kind of an incredible thing to witness & it’s the reason I love this job so much. People matter. You matter. Your story matters.

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Preserving the Moments that matter the Most

Can I ask you something? When you look back at your day, what is it that you want to remember?

 
Mom, dad, and baby lean against a tree beside the Cahaba River of Alabama, smiling and looking at each other.

THIS IS Where Your Memorable Experiences are Made Into Timeless Photos

 

Your photos are imbued with stories, sentiment, and emotions that create a tangible link to experiences you’ve had and people you’ve loved. They are shared across time and distance, now and long after we are gone. They help us to know who we are. They shape how we remember. As a wedding, elopement, & lifestyle photographer - I’m here to bottle the connections, the feelings, and the love in your life - into those photos. If you are looking for a photographer who values connection, who will guide you intentionally, who will make you feel comfortable, who will make space for your day to unfold in a way that feels natural to you - let’s connect & plan something together.

The Approach
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Stories from the Archives

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What You Can Expect from your Alabama photographer

01 - Connect

Browse through my website & check out my work. Then head over to my contact page, fill out the inquiry form, & tell me all about your beautiful vision for whatever you want documented. Make sure you give me as much information as possible so that I know how I can serve you, friend. I can’t wait to hear from you!

02 - Get the Details

After I’ve received your inquiry, I’ll send over pricing & booking info + any other details that you might need. If you feel like you’d like to chat more before booking with me, just know this is not required, nor is it something I pressure clients to do - but it definitely helps set the stage for an amazing experience.

03 - Book Me

We make it official! I’ll email over a contract + a deposit invoice so that we can secure your date and get the ball rolling with planning.

04 - Planning

The really fun stuff begins. We get to map out vision for the day, build your timeline, discuss vendor recommendations, navigate locations/permits, & everything between. It allows us to get to know each other better, ask questions, prioritize the things you care the most about, to serve you better, & to build a trusting relationship.

05 - Celebrate

The day is finally here! You get to soak it in, make unforgettable memories, and have it all professionally documented.

06 - Relive It

A few weeks later, you get to remember it all over again through a stunning gallery of photos, GIFS, & double exposures. You’ll be able to view, share, download, & treasure these memories for years to come.

Let's Create Something Beautiful Together
 

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