PHOTOGRAPHS THAT TAKE YOU RIGHT BACK to that exact
moment
Destination wedding & portrait photographer
based in Utah and frequently photographing in Seattle, and California. available for travel worldwide.
LIVE IN THE MOMENTS YOU NEVER want to FORGET
I'll intentionally capture them for you.
Getting photographed can feel awkward. I've built my entire photography career around changing that. Relaxed, unhurried, and genuinely invested in your day. I'm the photographer who still gets emotional at weddings after 17 years, and it shows in every frame.
the
WEDDING
EXPERIENCE
Fun, unhurried, and built around you. Whether it's a Utah canyon, a modern downtown Seattle venue or a California coastline, I show up ready to find every frame worth keeping.
behind the lens
meet Courtney
I photograph weddings for couples who believe the details matter. The hand-tied florals, the heirloom veil, the handwritten vows, but who also know that none of it means anything without the people in the room. I'm here for couples who want to be present on their wedding day, fully and completely, trusting that every glance, quiet moment, and joyful tear is being held carefully in a photograph.
I've spent years honing my craft, and my work has found its way into many respected wedding publications, like Washington Wedding Day, Wedding Sparrow and Style Me Pretty. But what really matter is this: I photograph love. The real, unguarded, unhurried kind. And I would be honored to photograph yours.
Courtney is the best of the
I hire her for every occasion.She flew to Iceland for my wedding and captured our day perfectly! Courtney goes to every length to make your event
perfect!
best!
— Leigh - BRIDE
WE WERE WITH OUR IMAGES — THEY WERE UTTERLY,
thrilled
uniquely us.
— GREY, 2020 Groom
Courtney's presence at our wedding was and her photography,
of course, beautiful.
The photos of our wedding are our treasure. We relive all the over and over every time we look at the photos.
emotion
calming
— Janelle, BRIDE
WE WERE WITH OUR IMAGES — THEY WERE UTTERLY,
thrilled
uniquely us.
— GREY, 2020 Groom
Frequently asked questions
Do you travel for weddings and elopements outside of Utah?
Yes. Travel is central to how this business operates. Courtney regularly photographs weddings and elopements in Seattle, California, Colorado, and Paris, in addition to weddings throughout Utah. Many couples specifically choose a destination photographer because they want someone who already understands how to work a new location, adapt to unfamiliar light, and move through an unfamiliar venue with confidence.
What makes your photography style different?
At its heart, this style is about capturing a feeling of timeless romance through a modern lens — refined and editorial, favoring genuine emotion and natural light over posed, stiff portraits. Rather than directing every second, the goal is to create a comfortable enough environment that real moments happen on their own — a laugh between vows, a quiet look before walking down the aisle. Editing is consistent across every gallery, so years from now, these images still feel like a love story rather than a trend that's already dated.
Do you offer drone or film photography?
Yes, both drone photography and film photography are available upon request for an additional fee. Because these are specialty add-ons, they need to be requested during your consultation or at the time of booking so they can be included in your contract.
What's included in a wedding photography package?
A typical package includes coverage hours for the day, all edited high-resolution images, and an online gallery for downloading and sharing. All wedding packages include an engagement session, a second shooter, and options for albums or prints from exclusive print shops. Because every wedding is different, I build each package around the couple's actual day rather than forcing it into a rigid tier.
How far in advance should we book our wedding photographer?
Most couples book their photographer nine to eighteen months before their wedding date, and popular dates in peak season fill even earlier. Destination weddings and elopements often need additional lead time for travel planning and permits. If you have a date in mind, reaching out as soon as possible is the safest way to make sure it's still open.
how long will it take to get our wedding gallery back?
Depending on the time of year, I usually deliver the full wedding gallery 1 to 2 months after your wedding date. I always make sure to include a handful of sneak peeks after your wedding day to keep you excited for whats to come.
let's CAPTURE YOUR MOST
MOMENTS together
let's CAPTURE YOUR MOST
MOMENTS together
important
You deserve a photographer who shows up prepared, keeps you calm, and comes back with photographs you'll want on your walls forever to capture every emotion perfectly. If that sounds like what you're looking for, I'd love to hear about your event.
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