Photographs that look and feel like the memory they represent - without any stage direction.
You realized your event isn't just about portraits or centerpieces. This is about stories. This is about packed dancefloors and last hugs with family and that late-night pizza.
You want the real connection. The honest-to-god memories. Photographs that show the real story of what went down, and not a perfectly curated version of it.
You want to be able to focus on your people, your party, get your cocktails and appetizers and immerse yourself in your wedding day - and you're looking for a photographer that won't ask much of you. That won't interrupt you. That creates images out of the magic that already happens. Because you know the magic is there - you just want somebody else to see it too.
This matters. And you're in the right place. Because trust me - I see it too. You'll get to hang with your family, your friends, do all the things you're looking forward to at your event.
And I'll be there, photographing it. Up close and personal. Intimately. Passionately. But with
no constant giving of direction,
no "do that again",
no "okay, but now like this",
no stopping what you're doing or stepping away.
(Unless you personally plan it.)
We'll create magic of the things as they are.
FILM IMAGES ONLY
BOTH FILM AND DIGITAL IMAGES
wedding collections are available in digital formats, with analog film add-ons
"100/5 stars. We were so impressed with her professionalism, thoughtful emails and clear communication, support and enthusiasm for our special day, and most obviously, photography skills! We are both a little awkward in front of a camera so we appreciated her “no pose” approach of capturing us just as we are. She is so easy to be around and made us feel comfortable right away. Receiving our photos was like reliving the day all over again- there is so much action and emotion in them. Makayla has an incredible gift not just of seeing the beauty in every human and in every moment, but somehow capturing it and translating it to the most beautiful images. We’re obsessed and so grateful for Makayla’s amazing work!"
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Janet and Kevin, married 2024
Vanessa and Matt, married 2022
"Makayla captured our story beautifully and dove right into our blissful chaos.
Not only is Makayla incredibly kind, genuine, calm, and professional, but also the most organized person we've ever worked with - her questionnaires, communication, and prompt editing was incredible. She truly listened to us and all our quirky requests! We cannot thank Makayla enough and feel so lucky to have worked with her.
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"I can honestly say that she cares about you on your wedding day and it shows through the photos. I am not an overly emotional guy but I end up tearing up looking back at these and most likely will for years to come. Thank you Makayla, for capturing not just our wedding, but who we are as people."
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Adam and Grace, married 2021
"There is not enough I could say to properly describe the gift that Makayla has. My jaw was on the ground when M revealed our photos to us, because I just couldn’t believe the moments she saw. She was so inconspicuous that I hardly noticed she was there on our day, but her product showcased that she was there for every little moment. I would recommend Makayla without hesitation. Hands down one of the best decisions we made for our day."
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Elle and Dakota, married 2021
"Choosing to work with Makayla was by far the best decision we made during the wedding planning process. From day one, her dedication and commitment to her people and her work was apparent. She got to know us and what we were looking for in our video, and she was intentional about capturing the moments that were most important to us. The video she was able to capture and the films she created were a beautiful, authentic representation of our day. She always seemed to be in the right place at the right time, even when we hardly realized she was there. Makayla never added to that stress. She checked in with us at all the right moments and made the whole process easier than we could have imagined."
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Erin and Grant, married 2022
Weddings aren't the only big life-changing events we experience - sometimes the smallest everyday acts are the biggest forms of love.
Maybe it's your everyday walk, entering a new era of graduation, or you're moving and want to commemorate your first home.
There's a lot of reasons and ways to celebrate love. So for the victories you experience year after year, we'll create the images with you to look back on.
And all the same rules apply: there's no directing here. No hand placement. No pressure. I simply show up, and you simply show me you.
MORE LIFE TO CELEBRATE
These images aren't just for the "right now".
They're answering the future question of
what the hell happened that day.
the big "why"
When you've been married 10 years and your lives together feel like a blur.
When a friend brings up a wedding day memory that you don't remember.
When you're old and grey and get to tell these stories to children about their crazy grandparents/aunts/uncles.
Wedding photography is sometimes distracted by the flashy, by the gorgeous, by the latest trend in landscapes and colors and you-name-its.
But at its core, it should only be this: telling the real-life story of what the hell happened that day.
It might feel impossible to know what matters to you now. But decades from now you'll know. And you'll either have images that truly tell the story... or you won't. And long for what could have been.
Marriage party coverage starts at $575/hour, with 2026 couples investing an average of $6300. Nearly all wedding day coverage is customized, so you'll have only the best fit for you.
Ready to check out our collections and find the best fit for you? Head on over to this investment page to learn more.
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