Payton Rademacher Photography
about
I'm so excited to "meet" you! I'm a Washington and Minnesota elopement photographer for earthy, adventurous, and cinematic couples. In my heart, I'm happiest immersed in nature and love exploring, as long as my best friend and love of my life, Kevin, is by my side.
I’d rather be hiking in the mountains, breathing in the sweet scent of dew-coated pines, than strolling the beach with a margarita in my hand. I am the definition of a Libra (iykyk). My best friends would tell you I’m an introverted-extrovert and I couldn't possibly agree more. When I don’t have a camera or paint brush in my hand, my hands are occupied by my kiddos' tiny hands, a caramel mocha, and at least 5 other things.
I'm so excited to "meet" you! I'm a Washington, Minnesota, and Alaska elopement photographer for joyful, adventurous, and heart-centered couples. In my heart, I'm happiest immersed in nature and love exploring, as long as my best friend and love of my life, Kevin, is by my side.
I’d rather be hiking in the mountains, breathing in the sweet scent of dew-coated pines, than strolling the beach with a margarita in my hand. I am the definition of a Libra (iykyk). My best friends would tell you I’m an introverted-extrovert and I couldn't possibly agree more. When I don’t have a camera or paint brush in my hand, my hands are occupied by my kiddos' tiny hands, a mocha or vanilla matcha tea latte, and at least 5 other things.
I'm so glad you're here.
hey!
Meet payton
- Sunset with the campfire & s'mores
- sipping a warm cup of coffee before heading out on a trail
- watching the joy of discovery spread across my kids' faces
- spending quality time with my husband
- binge-watch the Twilight movie series
- Visit as many A-Frames as i can around the world
Let's elope!
wife. mom. hopeless romantic. artist. wanderer. photographer.
wife. mom. hopeless romantic. artist. wanderer. photographer.
Meet your photographer
Meet your
photographer
So... when I got married, I thought elopement was just a quick Las Vegas or courthouse thing, leading me to a traditional wedding with 130 guests. Honestly, I wasn’t fully myself or enjoying it. After reflecting on my wedding day, I often ask, ‘If I could do it all over again...’ Now, I want to ensure my couples never feel that way.
Wedding photos are the memories you close your eyes to feel, smell, and relive—like the scents of pine trees or salty ocean air, your sun-kissed skin after an adventure, and misty eyes after exchanging vows. If you’re ready to get your dress a little dirty and lace up those hiking boots, let’s capture your love story exactly the way it deserves to be told.
Planning your elopement can feel overwhelming at times. Take a deep breath—I’m here to help. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Whether you need a gentle push or comprehensive resources, I’ll guide you every step of the way to create a day that truly reflects your love.
So... when I got married, I thought elopement was just a quick Las Vegas or courthouse thing, leading me to a traditional wedding with 130 guests. Honestly, I wasn’t fully myself or enjoying it. After reflecting on my wedding day, I often ask, ‘If I could do it all over again...’ Now, I want to ensure my couples never feel that way.
Wedding photos are the memories you close your eyes to feel, smell, and relive—like the scents of pine trees or salty ocean air, your sun-kissed skin after an adventure, and misty eyes after exchanging vows. If you’re ready to get your dress a little dirty and lace up those hiking boots, let’s capture your love story exactly the way it deserves to be told.
Planning your elopement can feel overwhelming at times. Take a deep breath—I’m here to help. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Whether you need a gentle push or comprehensive resources, I’ll guide you every step of the way to create a day that truly reflects your love.
This is Kevin. My husband, hiking buddy, and a peanut butter to my jelly. With a passion for working with engines and an anime lover, he's a simple and loving man who stops to take his drone out to film every scenic view he sees. We fell in love in Minnesota and then together fell in love with the forest and mountains. He has the biggest heart out there. You'll meet him at your wedding (he's your bag carrier, holds your dogs, and is your driver), and by the time we're done with your photos, he'll have your heart too. Oh and psst... he can also be one of your witnesses.
This is Kevin. My husband, hiking buddy, and a peanut butter to my jelly. With a passion for working with engines and an anime lover, he's a simple and loving man who stops to take his drone out to film every scenic view he sees. We fell in love in Minnesota and then together fell in love with the forest and mountains. He has the biggest heart out there. You'll meet him at your wedding (he's your bag carrier, holds your dogs, and is your driver), and by the time we're done with your photos, he'll have your heart too. Oh and psst... he can also be one of your witnesses.
meet my love
I'm Payton And you can trust me.
JUST THINK OF
ME AS YOUR PROFESSIONAL THIRD-WHEEL.
You’re always welcome here, no matter your gender, abilities, orientation, or story. However your love looks, I’ve got you.
all welcome, all ways.
Respecting nature is at the heart of everything I do—both in my business and in my life. I’m all about Leave No Trace, ethical living, and keeping our wild places wild.
Environmental justice
Trust and communication are everything, and that goes for us too! I’m an open book—there’s nothing off-limits when it comes to our conversations.
TRUST + COMMUNICATION
my values
Trust and communication are everything, and that goes for us too! I’m an open book—there’s nothing off-limits when it comes to our conversations.
TRUST + COMMUNICATION
Respecting nature is at the heart of everything I do—both in my business and in my life. I’m all about Leave No Trace, ethical living, and keeping our wild places wild.
Environmental justice
You’re always welcome here, no matter your gender, abilities, orientation, or story. However your love looks, I’ve got you.
all welcome, all ways.
my values
Moment of real talk:
I'm not going to sit here and tell you that I'm "not like other photographers."
But what I will say is that my biggest goal is to inspire you to truly feel your love story—every little bit of it. I want you to feel like two teenagers who can't keep their hands off each other, no matter how long you’ve been together.
This wild, youthful love deserves to be immortalized, echoing through the years. Together, let’s capture the magic of your adventure in nature, where each moment spent under the vast sky or beside a shimmering lake becomes a beautiful chapter in your story. Because those little moments—just like the way ocean water kisses the shore—are the ones you’ll want to remember for a lifetime.
Moment of real talk:
I'm not going to sit here and tell you that I'm "not like other photographers."
But what I will say is that my biggest goal is to inspire you to truly feel your love story—every little bit of it. I want you to feel like two teenagers who can't keep their hands off each other, no matter how long you’ve been together.
This wild, youthful love deserves to be immortalized, echoing through the years. Together, let’s capture the magic of your adventure in nature, where each moment spent under the vast sky or beside a shimmering lake becomes a beautiful chapter in your story. Because those little moments—just like the way ocean water kisses the shore—are the ones you’ll want to remember for a lifetime.
true to TONES with cinematic vibe FOR THE WILDLY IN-LOVE.
That's for you to discover.
Adair & Cody
"LOVED working with Payton!! She is so sweet to work with and knows how to capture love so well! She really knows how to make elopement visions come together. You can tell she has a passion for elopements!! If you're looking for a genuine and greatly talented person to capture your elopement, she's your gal!"
"LOVED working with Payton!! She is so sweet to work with and knows how to capture love so well! She really knows how to make elopement visions come together. You can tell she has a passion for elopements!! If you're looking for a genuine and greatly talented person to capture your elopement, she's your gal!"
