You said “yes” to each other — not to stiff industry expectations or staged moments. Your wedding day isn’t a photoshoot; it’s about being present.
Maybe that means a courthouse “I do” in Phoenix.
Maybe it’s hiking into the red rocks of Sedona and having a desert ceremony.
Maybe it’s at a venue, but that doesn't mean you have to follow a rulebook.
I weddings across Arizona honestly with a creative, editorial approach with an emphasis on helping my couples be present and enjoy their day — I’ll guide you when needed, step back when it matters, and create images that feel true to you.
Recently married to the love of my life, Andrew, and live with our two pups, Jax and Cali.
Losing my dad before my own wedding made me realize how powerful it is to have photos that hold onto fleeting, candid moments with the people you love.
Growing up, I was told how women “should” be — but I never bought into the shoulds. Your love story doesn’t have to fit into a box either.
As your photographer, I’ll step back when you need space and step in when you need direction — always making sure you feel comfortable and look damn good.
MEET YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER -
ELSEY
K
arizona wedding and photographer capturing your day in a STRESS-FREE & CANDID way with a touch of EDITORIAL art
Leah & David
“I Never Thought I’d be the bride to
Have Photos Like These”
"My (now) husband and I as professional photographers ourselves, always joke how unphotogenic I am, so I honestly didn’t know what to expect for my own wedding photos.
Kelsey, blew me away from her posing, hyping me up, to the lighting, to her ideas, and composure of each individual shot. I never thought I’d be the bride to have photos like these and I am now so incredibly grateful that I have such editorial, high end, creative shots of such an amazing day where my husband and I still feel like each other in every photo — and actually felt comfortable in front of the camera because of her. I cannot recommend her enough!"
Carly + Grant
"She took everything i wanted and made it even better than i could have imagined"
"Kelsey truly made our day SO SPECIAL. She was so calm, cool and collected but also got everything done we needed her to! We just got our sneak peeks back and I am OBSESSED. She made everything so easy, so fun and so STRESS FREE which as a bride on her wedding day, I absolutely needed! I 100000% recommend her. The absolute best in the business!!!"
mari & isaiah
"even my camera-shy husband had fun!"
"Kelsey’s talent and passion can be seen in the way she directs her photoshoots and especially in the way she captures and edits the photos!
My husband and I had such a sweet time with her- she was so great about offering ideas and poses which resulted in some absolutely beautiful photos. Even though my husband doesn’t absolutely love being behind the camera, Kelsey was intentional and flexible which made it feel fun and spontaneous. We’re so happy with the photos!"
the PACKAGES
+ 35mm film photos for that touch of nostalgia
+ High resolution images online gallery
+ Sneak peeks of your photos within 72 hours
+ 100+ photos per hour of coverage
+ timeline creation assistance
+ Location scouting for the perfect spot
+ questionnaire to customize your experience
+ Exclusive client wedding handbook
+ Discount on an engagement session
Included in all of my packages:
the ADD ONS
+ Super 8 elopement video
+ Second photographer coverage
+ Engagement session
+ Fine art wedding album of your photos
+ Rehearsal dinner coverage
+ Expedited 1 week gallery delivery
+ Camcorder recording of your vows + speeches
+ polaroids
There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to elopements and intimate weddings, so why should your photos be? Every package starts with the essentials I believe every couple deserves —
and from there, you can make it your own with add-ons that feel right for you.
weddings start at $4000
Elopements & small weddings start at $2000
ENGAGEMENT sessions
+ 60-90 professionally edited photos
+ 35mm film photos
+ couples guide with styling and outfit tips
+ 1 hour shoot time and 2 outfits
+ location guides to pick the perfect place
+ pre-session questionnaire to customize your session
+ location scouting
+ print release rights
+ 2-3 week delivery of your gallery
Start at $500
INTRODUCING
Super 8 video
Super 8 is vintage video, shot on real film—like your favorite film photos, but in motion. It’s got that dreamy, nostalgic flair: soft focus, grainy texture, and colors that feel like a memory. Think: a home video from the '70s, but starring you and your love, running wild through your wedding day. It’s imperfect in the most perfect way—and that’s what makes it so romantic.
I CAN'T WAIT TO MEET YOU!
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I take on a limited number of elopements and weddings per year so every couple gets a high-end, intentional experience. No copy-paste timelines. No tired poses.
JUST EDITORIAL-LEVEL ART THAT FEELS LIKE YOU.