Destination Elopement + WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY
Preserving your love story through documentary-style photography
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For the stories that deserve to be felt forever, wherever.
You’re not planning a traditional wedding, what you want is a day that actually feels like you: somewhere worth traveling to, with the person you’d follow anywhere, documented the way it really happened.
Not posed or performed, just you and your person, fully present in it.
That’s exactly what I’m here for.
Documentary Style
& what that actually means.
Most photographers direct a shoot, I document an experience.
There’s no pose list, because we build your day around something real: an adventure, a place you’ve been wanting to go, an experience that belongs entirely to you. I photograph what unfolds… the teary vows, the awe of the location you chose, the quiet moments when it sinks in that you’re married now.
Your gallery won’t show you what you looked like on your wedding day, it will transport you back there, into those moments.
photos that feel like your favorite memory
more than a photographer
Every package includes the planning support couples actually need, so your only job on your wedding day is being present.
ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER Documentary coverage for your entire experience, wherever your day takes you.
LOCATION SCOUT A custom list of locations built around your vision, your vibe, and the time of year.
PLANNING CONSULTANT Permit research, vendor recommendations, timeline design, and all the logistics you don’t want to figure out alone.
TIMELINE PLANNER A personalized day-of timeline built around the moments that matter to you.
ALBUM DESIGNER A custom album design from your day, available to create when your gallery arrives.
My travel is included in every elopement package. No extra fees, no surprises.
Our Elopement experience was absolutely perfect. We wouldn’t change a single thing.
We still talk about how amazing the experience felt and encourage everyone to elope with McKenna as their photographer.
Her documentary photography style is gorgeous and it is hard to find moments documented like her photos. We still look back at our pictures and photo album frequently. The photos represent how the hike felt for us, not just posed moments and it was great to share with our family. We were also both anxious about feeling/looking uncomfortable in front of the camera, but McKenna’s personality and expertise helped to make it a non-issue.
Also, we felt that she genuinely cared about our experience and not just taking photos. This involved taking the time to review a questionnaire about what would be important to us on our wedding day and assisting with finding locations that fit our ideal day. The added service of assistance with the details and the wedding planning as a whole was amazing and was a big factor in our decision.
Planning an elopement can be intimidating and McKenna made it seamless and was there to answer any concerns or questions. She made us a whole document based on our questionnaire that included location options and the details of each one with photos (including the temp and the best lighting times!!) Every detail was considered and turned out perfect!
-Paige + collin
I’m McKenna
I’ve been obsessed with stories in all formats my whole life: books that kept me awake reading until 4am, films rewatched just to catch what I missed the first time, art that gives you a glimpse into the culture and background of its creator. That passion is what drives how I shoot.
Through my lens, I’ve created my own way of storytelling. I document love stories with the same dedication and enthusiasm. My approach is documentary, so I’m here to observe what’s actually happening between you, not stage a version of it. On your wedding day, I’ll handle everything in the background, so you can stay in the moment you’re living.
storyteller, Adventurer, artist
– Kaitlyn + Marshall
-Kendra + Aaron
-Becca + Zak
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From the blog
Planning an elopement and not sure where to start? The blog covers everything: specific location guides, permit tips, real wedding stories, and what to actually expect from your day.
the ultimate guide to eloping: Step-By-Step Planning Guide
Everything you need to start planning, in one place
I limit the number of elopements I take on each year to make sure every couple gets my full attention and creative energy before, during, and after the wedding day. Dates fill up to 12 months in advance.
If you have a date or a destination in mind, the best time to reach out is now.
traveling wherever your love leads you
