the art of raw moments

I'm an Oregon + destination elopement photographer based in Minnesota helping unconventional couples have meaningful, cinematic wedding days that feel true to them — whether that means sharing vows in Joshua Tree, laughing on a cliff, or pointing out constellations in the hot tub at the end of the night.

If you're the kind of couple who wants something more than the typical Pinterest-perfect wedding, you're in the right place. Because what I do isn’t just about pretty pictures — it’s about co-creating an experience that’s raw, real, and unforgettable.

Hey there, I’m Luke

I photograph elopements and intimate weddings through a cinematic, emotion-first lens. Think bold visuals, natural direction, intentional environmental compositions, and moments that feel as true as they look.

  • You'll have space to be yourselves – messy, goofy, spicy, tender, whatever that looks like

  • You'll get guidance when it matters most, and space when it doesn't

  • You'll walk away with photos that feel like memories + movies rolled into one

  • We'll plan just enough so spontaneity can do its thing

You don’t need to be models. You don’t need to know what to do with your hands. You just need to show up as your true selves. I’ll take care of the rest.

My approach

  • I photograph couples in the Pacific Northwest, all over the U.S. and beyond

  • I’m LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent, and I proudly create space for others to show up as their full selves, too

  • At some point, I’ll probably ask you if you've ever seen a UFO or your thoughts on Bigfoot. I'm also a big fan of road trips, sarcasm, and the single greatest work of 21st century cinema, Mean Girls

  • When I get married, I’m eloping too — somewhere beautiful, likely just us

Oh! And I love helping you ditch the ordinary and pressure and just be. Whether that’s geeking out over cool locations, exchanging ghost stories or just helping you feel comfy in front of the camera, I’ve got you.

A bit about me

I’ve had a camera in my hand since I was a kid, and my very first booking back in 2018 was a seven-person elopement. Long before elopements blew up post-COVID, I was already in love with documenting these intimate, intentional days.

Since then, I’ve learned from some of the best in the industry, and my work’s been featured by Junebug Weddings, Bridal Guide, LOOKSLIKEFILM, Today, and more.

Wherever we go — foggy cliffs, desert canyons, mossy forests — the goal’s the same: to have a damn good time and turn your love into lasting, head-turning art.




EXPERIENCE THAT RUNS DEEP

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Curious about what to expect & how this whole process works?

Good news! I wrote an article about just that. From the moment you submit your contact form to the day you receive your final gallery, here's *everything* you can expect from our journey together.

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