Alaska Elopement Photographer

Capturing your love story exactly as you define it, feel it, and live it

Your Story, Your Way

Love is the heart of everything I do. To me, it’s about more than just taking photos—it’s about honoring your connection and creating a space where your love can shine in its purest form. I’ll listen to your dreams, dig into what truly matters to you, and help you design an elopement day that feels like home.

No stiff poses, no forced smiles—just the two of you, your story, and the moments that will make your hearts race for years to come. This is about celebrating your love your way, and I’m here to capture it all, exactly as it is.

You deserve a day that feels
like you.

Book your date here!

Alaska Elopement Photographer

Capturing your love story exactly as
you define it, feel it, and live it

Your Story, Your Way

Love is at the heart of everything I do. To me, it’s about more than just taking photos—it’s about honoring your connection and creating a space where your love feels as vast and untamed as the Alaskan wilderness. I’ll listen to your dreams, dig into what truly matters to you, and help you design an elopement day that feels like home.

No stiff poses, no forced smiles—just the two of you, your story, and the raw, breathtaking moments that will make your hearts race for years to come. Whether it’s standing beneath towering glaciers, surrounded by alpine peaks, or sharing quiet vows by a still mountain lake, this is about celebrating your love your way. I’m here to capture it all, exactly as it is.

You deserve a day that feels like you.

When you work with me, your day stays peaceful and focused on just the two of you. As a Deaf photographer, I won’t be shouting out poses, giving loud directions, or filling the air with unnecessary chatter. There’s no noise from me—just quiet moments for you to fully take in the sounds around you: the crunch of your boots on the trail, the whisper of the wind, or the steady beat of your hearts.

I’ll blend into the background, almost invisible, while capturing the real, unscripted moments that make your love story unique. From stolen glances to bursts of laughter to the raw emotions of your vows, nothing will pull you out of the moment.

When you work with me, your day stays peaceful and focused on just the two of you.

As a Deaf photographer, I won’t be shouting out poses, giving loud directions, or filling the air with unnecessary chatter. There’s no noise from me—just quiet moments for you to fully take in the sounds around you: the crunch of your boots on the trail, the whisper of the wind, or the steady beat of your hearts.

I’ll blend into the background, almost invisible, while capturing the real, unscripted moments that make your love story unique. From stolen glances to bursts of laughter to the raw emotions of your vows, nothing will pull you out of the moment.

When you work with me, your day stays peaceful and focused on just the two of you.

No noise, no distractions—just your story, exactly as it is.

Get to know me more

I’m an Alaska elopement photographer with a deep love for nature and capturing love stories that are as bold and unique as you are. Growing up Deaf has given me a special way of seeing the world—it's helped me tune into those quiet, powerful moments that others might miss, like the way your hand lingers or the unspoken connection between you two. I work with couples who crave an adventure that's as authentic as their love story and who want to break free from tradition and create something personal and meaningful. Surrounded by Alaska's breathtaking landscapes, I truly believe there’s no better place to say 'I do.'

I know that planning an elopement can feel overwhelming, but I’m here to guide you through it, empowering you to create an unforgettable adventure that celebrates your love and your next chapter together.

That deaf Alaska elopement photographer!

Meet payton

Imagine waking up to the quiet stir of the Alaskan wilderness or the soft rhythm of waves meeting the shore of a secluded beach. The cool, fresh air fills your lungs, and in the stillness, you share a peaceful moment together—no rush, no crowds—just the two of you. You slip off your shoes and step into a day that’s all yours. The sun breaks through the towering mountains, or maybe a light mist drifts by, wrapping everything in a serene, almost magical haze.

You laugh, breathe, and embrace the freedom to simply be—exploring the vast, wild landscapes, adventuring beneath snow-capped peaks, or pausing to take it all in. Every moment, every detail reflects your story, unfolding naturally in this incredible place. The day becomes a memory you’ll carry with you forever.

What Your Elopement Day Could Be?

Imagine waking up to the quiet stir of the Alaskan wilderness or the soft rhythm of waves meeting the shore of a secluded beach. The cool, fresh air fills your lungs, and in the stillness, you share a peaceful moment together—no rush, no crowds—just the two of you. You slip off your shoes and step into a day that’s all yours. The sun breaks through the towering mountains, or maybe a light mist drifts by, wrapping everything in a serene, almost magical haze.

You laugh, breathe, and embrace the freedom to simply be—exploring the vast, wild landscapes, adventuring beneath snow-capped peaks, or pausing to take it all in. Every moment, every detail reflects your story, unfolding naturally in this incredible place. The day becomes a memory you’ll carry with you forever.

Start Your Journey

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

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"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!"

Olivia & Jacob

"All I can say is wow!! Payton is the absolute best photographer we’ve ever worked with. Her vision for our elopement in Alaska was something out of a dream, something I couldn’t have thought of myself. Even when we were two hours late to our location, Payton somehow got everything we wanted to do done with an unmatched level of professionalism and creativity. The photos are priceless, and her touches of personalization and romance are the sweetest thing we’ve ever seen. She took care of every detail and planned to the umpteenth degree, and made it the easiest and best day of our lives. We cannot recommend her enough, she will always have a special place in our hearts and we will cherish the photos and memories forever."