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Marrying your best friend is one of the greatest adventures of your life, and eloping is the perfect way to embody that feeling. Just you and your person, in a beautiful place, making memories you'll want to relive for the rest of your lives. Eloping in Alaska?! EVEN BETTER!
Eloping isn't about performing for anyone else, it's about crafting something that feels true to you and your relationship. You get to intentionally choose every piece of your day without following a script.
As your local Alaska Elopement Expert, I come alongside you to craft an experience that feels like the best date ever. From elopement photography to custom crafted experiences, you've found your one stop shop to make this day a reality!
You’re not just getting married. You’re marrying your best friend, and that’s wildly exciting!! The inside jokes, the looks that say it all, the reassuring touches. All the moments that make you go 'Wow, that's my person' truly say it all. Having married my own best friend, I know exactly how meaningful all of those little moments are. It makes me endlessly happy to witness and photograph them from a front row seat at an elopement day. What an HONOR!
With that in mind, I’m deeply invested in helping you create an elopement experience so that you can fully be yourselves! Stress-free, exciting, comfortable and tailored to you. As a lifelong Alaskan, and photographer with a decade of experience with couples, you're going to get more than beautiful photos. You're getting an elopement sidekick who knows this process inside and out.
If you want a day that feels more like a fun date with extra sprinkles, then you're in the right place!
Hey, I'm Donna!
"Donna was absolutely wonderful to work with! I cannot recommend her enough. She made this process so easy and comfortable for both of us. It truly felt like we were more on a date being silly, enjoying our time together and this is a memory I will cherish forever, so thank you Donna!"
- Casey & Matt
“We truly felt like a friend was documenting our elopement, not a stranger.
When our original plans changed unexpectedly, she knew exactly where to go to capture the perfect shots. She even hiked through deep snow to get amazing skiing photos for us!
Booking Donna will be the second best decision you make [for] your wedding day (the first being ‘I do!’)
- EMILY & REED
Just like Shakira's hips, these reviews don't lie!
“She helped me along the entire process—from sending sample galleries, to choosing locations, and creating a detailed timeline of the wedding day. She was also INCREDIBLY helpful on my elopement day, lending an extra hand whenever I needed it.
My husband, who’s not a fan of getting his picture taken, even said that spending 10–12 hours taking photos was actually enjoyable!”
- Lindsey & isaac
Just like Shakira's hips, these reviews don't lie!
“When the weather didn’t cooperate on our wedding day, she came up with a plan that ended up working out perfectly. Donna made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. She had so many fun and creative ideas, and her enthusiastic + friendly personality made it feel like we were spending our day with a good friend.”
- sam & danica
Just like Shakira's hips, these reviews don't lie!
“Despite a winter weather advisory snowstorm and single-digit temps, Donna braved the elements to capture the most magical moments of our day.
The photos not only captured the essence of our love and the beauty of Alaska—they made our friends and family feel like they were there, just by looking at them.”
- EMILY & alex
Just like Shakira's hips, these reviews don't lie!
your elopement day is a chance to be fully yourselves, ditch traditions and plan something that truly embodies your relationship. You in?
"As shy people, getting photos taken seemed daunting and stressful. From the very beginning, Donna helped us feel completely at ease, creating a relaxed environment throughout the entire process. This allowed our true personalities to shine through. We love her unique style and her focus on natural movement and moments, rather than posed and smiling at the camera."
- Mair & John
Warning:
You want epic memories in epic place with meaningful photographs of it all
You want to feel seen, taken care of and supported while planning & photographing
You aren't afraid of a little dirt and spontaneity
You want your wedding day to feel like the best date of your life
You value quality time, adventuring & experiencing new places and sights together
with me as your photographer
All the things you need to know about eloping in the beautiful state of Alaska written by a local Alaskan. From seasons, weather and clothing tips to marriage license information, recommended locations and so much more! Written by your very own Alaska Photographer.