You Can Find Me Where The Adventure Begins
28 Countries Visits
In all my adventures so far, I've been to 28 countries across 5 different continents! I can't wait to add even more to my list :)
20 States
In our own US of A I have had the pleasure of visiting 20 of our own amazing states, one of which includes Alaska!!
(BTW, it's a B.E.A.U-tiful state, I highly recommend it!)
About Me
I’m a destination wedding and elopement photographer, and a travel fanatic! When I’m not documenting adorable love stories or traveling, I’m at home in my fuzzy socks with a fresh cup of coffee and probably binge watching tv.
There's something special about traveling and seeing how the sun touch different parts of the earth that just makes my soul happy. I also get a similar feeling when I get to document peoples love stories, just that moment being able to capture what's so unique about them as a couple and the little moments that end up meaning so much to them... This is the reason I got into destination weddings and elopement photography, it's what makes me feel most alive and happy!
I'm not only here to document your wedding day, but all your unique and authentic moments that make you as a couple special. Whether you choose to get married on an epic cliff in New Zealand, the white sand beached of Key West, or even in your backyard, I’m your HYPE GIRL and your biggest ally.
Plus, I'm always looking for my next adventure, so no matter where your wedding/elopement is, COUNT ME IN.
I know what eloping/getting married actually means to you. You want something unique, intentional, fun loving, and something that just all around represents you. I am here to help you create that intentional experience, something that reflects the love between y'all in a unique way, and help ease your stress and just make the day fun and easy to enjoy so you can remember it forever, and also have amazing photos as well.
From the start, I'll be there to squeal in excitement when you finally pick out your dress/outfit! I'll be there to reassure you if things get stressful, and help you figure out your best options. I also have a lot of experience travel planning, and researching locations! If you want a full on planner/travel agent? I have the best hookups! That's less vendor hunting for you to do.
I'd love to help you make this day so fun, intentional, rememberable, and all about you!
My Heart + Hope
I genuinely want to be a part of your big day, and my hope is that I'll be more than just another vendor to check off on your list because this decision is more than about photos, it's about the experience. A super important part of this is having that relationship with my couples so when it's time to say 'I do,' it' like you have another friend there to support you vs a stranger with a camera in your face.
I'm all about y'all being comfortable with me, as well as in front of the camera, this way y'all get the most genuine photo experience. I'm talking all the laughs, all the kisses, all the in-between moments and shared looks that tell the story of YOU.
If this sounds like something you are ALL ABOUT, reach out now! Let's get this relationship started and maybe even grab a coffee ;)
"Makenzie is simply amazing and always going above and beyond. She understands how to connect with people and give direction that is also very fun to capture the type of expressions you want. Makenzie also is very well versed in how utilize lighting and space especially. Not only that, but when she’s at your wedding, you feel like family is at your event. She fits in so well and seamlessly. Her edits are also extremely beautiful. I can’t wait to hire her again. <3"
- Khushboo P.
"If you are camera shy like us, you NEED Makenzie! She helped us open up in front of the camera for our engagement photos, and we got some B-E-A-UTIFUL photos with poses that were both comfortable and flattering! I can't wait to have her at our wedding. "
- Hannah C.
"Makenzie did my wedding photos! She captured all of the moments so perfectly, and she was professional and sweet throughout the whole process!"
- Cassandra M.
"I used Makenzie and was not disappointed. She was flexible and her disposition made me loosen up and I felt entirely comfortable with her snapping away in front of me.Working with her was fantastic - she made the entire experience easy! I will absolutely be using her for other photography sessions!"
- Heather O.
Favorite Adventures (So Far):
When I traveled through Italy and Greece.
My (upcoming) trip to Paris!! I'm stoked about that.
Any trip where I got to soak up the sun and lay on the beach.
Hiking through Independence Pass in Colorado for an elopement!
Bucket list travel:
All of the beaches and glaciers of New Zealand <3
The wild lands of Ireland!
ICELAND! Because, have you seen it???
The Maldives, because I want to make sure the water is as beautiful in person!
Big Sur, because those mountains and beaches are GORGOUS.
P.S. If your Elopement/Destination wedding is in one of my bucket list locations, I will absolutely give you a discount!I wanna go just as badd as you <3
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