weddings + elopements
Specalizing in intimate / Micro weddings + elopements
A micro wedding (sometimes referred to as an intimate wedding) is a small-scale wedding that typically focuses on a limited guest list, creating a more personal, relaxed, and meaningful celebration. While there’s no strict definition for intimate weddings, here's what they are to me:
- usually fewer than 50 guests
- greater focus on experience
- increased flexibility (with locations, timelines, and photos)
- more time to get creative, artistic photos!!!!!! (obvi this one is very important to me)
- less stress!!!
- more room to make it personalized and unique
Whether you are having your intimate wedding in Kentucky or across the world, I am here to help you all along the way and deliver the most romantic, artistic, fun, someday nostalgic, photos that capture the essence of your love and that document your special day!
I do take on a handful of larger weddings per year (usually about 3 - so still reach out if you are having a bigger wedding)!
ELOPEMENTS
STARTING AT $1,500 in ky
Ready to ditch the traditional wedding culture, and dream up a unique, true to you, experience? If so, eloping might be the right fit for you! The amazing thing is you can make your elopement day whatever you want! Elopements are so whimsical and romantic - I am happy to bounce around some ideas with you!
WEDDINGS
STARTING AT $3,000
Whether you have a spot that holds memories near and dear to your heart or you want to explore somewhere new + exciting and create unique memories, i will be there to capture it all!
I have been to 30 countries and counting - I love to travel and am happy to help you get started on the logistics of how this works! I also offer destination planning and all inclusive packages for my elopement clients!
From Lake Como to art museums and venues in Kentucky, I love photographing weddings! The joy, love, and all around EMOTION that is experienced on wedding days truly fill my cup. Weddings days are so special and I highly focus on creating the best experience, paired with the most magical photos for you!
Note: Most couples spend anywhere from $4,500 - $7,000 depending on hours, travel, and add ons.
travel
I'll meet you in your dream location!
A dd On's
I have several add on options! Once you fill out a contact form, I will send over my detailed pricing guide, but if you don't see something that fits your needs - i also make custom packages where you can take these a la carte items and create your own package!
- Film photos
- Second shooter
- 2 week turn around time
- Luxury wedding coffee table album
Boudoir, bridals, bachelorette, rehearsal dinner, welcome party, engagement session, or wedding shower photos!
Frequently Asked questions
Do you travel?
YES! I actually travel more than half of the time for work! I have been to over 30 countries and counting and am confident traveling - I love meeting my clients in their dream locations to make their Pinterest board visions come true! I also offer destination planning for my elopement clients! Just add in the contact form that you are interested in this and I will tell you more details!
Do you charge a travel fee?
Yes! I charge for my hotel and flights and if necessary, car rental! Normally, this only adds roughly $1000 to US weddings and $1500ish for international weddings!
However, if you ask me my travel schedule and meet me somewhere that I will already be, you won't have to pay the travel fee! Flexibility is key!! Just email me or fill out the form and ask for my updated travel schedule and I will send it to you!
What is film?
Film photos are taken on a film camera that I take to get developed in a dark room, then a digital copy is sent back to me, which i then give to you! It gives a timeless aesthetic, beautiful colors, authenticity, uniqueness, and unpredictable magic!
For me, there is no bad film photo. I am not a cookie cutter person or photographer, so I love to see how each film photo turns into something beautiful. Each photo is special in it's own way! You can add on a roll of film to any wedding package or session!
What is your pricing?
3 hours of elopement photography in Lexington, KY starts at $1,500 and 6 hours of intimate wedding photography starts at $3,000 - but to be transparent, most couples end up spending $4,500 - $7,000. For a detailed investment guide or custom package, email me or fill out the form on my contact tab!
Do you help?
Weddings are basically my whole life lol. If I am not at a wedding, I am helping my brides with things, or editing them! I also got married myself a few years ago :)
Along with 7 years of experience and over 100 weddings, I have tons of helpful tips on my blog and IG as well! I also have a list of recommended vendors that I have worked with a trust to help you on your special day AND after you book with me, you get a full 35 page guide with everything you need to know about wedding days from my POV!
What is your all inclusive package?
My all inclusive elopement package includes the following:
3 hours of photography, all edited images, licensed officiant (if needed), timeline creation, location scouting, bouquet + boutonniere, one layer wedding cake, communication back and forth with vendors, peace and excitement knowing you will just have to show up to your elopement where everything is there, beautiful, and ready to go!
Do you offer creative directing?
One thing about me is I just naturally have IDEAS!! You can add creative directing onto any elopement package - this incudes anything from help with outfit ideas, cake design ideas, floral inspo, jewelry, make up, hair, details, cool / fun ideas to incorporate, to any other aesthetic ideas!
Basically, I help you come up with the most fun, unique, ideas that make sense for you as a couple. Pinterest board and links are included <3
T he Process
STEP ONE //
Fill out the form on the contact page!
STEP TWO //
I will reply via email (usually within a day or two) giving you all the information & letting you know if I am available for your date!
STEP THREE //
We can do a call, FaceTime, or coffee shop date to go over everything and see if we would be a good fit! As I only take a limited # of weddings + elopements each year, I really want to make sure we are the perfect match <3
STEP four //
Time to book! This entails a deposit and contract and then the date is yours!! After this, we can schedule engagement photos (if you'd like) and a timeline call! I create timelines for all my clients free of charge!
Katie is such a genuine & kind person who would make even the most camera shy person comfortable.
Choose Katie as your photographer ONLY IF you want to love your pictures, feel completely comfortable around her the entire time you’re with her, and actually enjoy being photographed! Katie is such a genuine and kind person who would make even the most camera shy person comfortable. She is very laid back but very organized and on top of it the entire time. She got every single picture I asked for at my wedding. She captures the most unforgettable candid moments beautifully. I am so thankful for Katie- and know that she could create the most irreplaceable memories for anyone." - Bride,
"Katie's personality is fantastic -
every person who met her on my wedding day told me how much they loved her.
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"I knew from the moment we met Katie that we made the right decision in trusting her to take our wedding photos. Neither my husband or myself had ever had professional photos taken before and Katie made us feel so comfortable and captured our relationship/engagement/wedding better than I could have imagined! My husband actually said that one of his favorite parts of the wedding day was taking pictures and he is always the first person to complain that we don't need to take any more pictures. Katie's personality is fantastic - every person who met her on my wedding day told me how much they loved her. Every single one of her pictures turned out absolutely gorgeous and we were able to get so many! She is an excellent communicator and extremely efficient and works tirelessly to get your pictures back to you ASAP. I do not have even a tiny bit of negative feedback - Katie is simply the best of the best!" - Bride,
We never once had to ask Katie to take a photo,
she was already there ready to capture it!
"Katie was a remarkable wedding photographer. She appeared to be a fun, organized photographer, and upon hiring her I realized she was so much more! Katie had my husband laughing and having fun not even 5 minutes in! We left our engagement session confident that Katie was the photographer that could perfectly capture our big day. We received our edited engagement photos quickly and were very pleased. The day of the wedding my family couldn’t believe how incredible Katie worked. She kept us on schedule, helped fluff my dress, helped keep me calm, and so much more. We never once had to ask Katie to take a photo, she was already there ready to capture it. Our photos are absolutely gorgeous and we have received more compliments than I could ever count on them. I would absolutely recommend Katie for any of your photography needs. I hired a photographer and walked away with a friend! - Bride,
