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If you’ve spent any amount of time looking at wedding photographers, you’ve probably seen the word documentary thrown around. Sometimes it means “candid.” Sometimes it means “we’ll just walk around and take pictures.” Sometimes it’s a vibe word that doesn’t really mean anything specific. This post is the long answer — what documentary wedding photography […]

5/05/26

Tips + Tricks

What Is Documentary Wedding Photography? (And Is It Right for You?)

Mt. Spokane Elopement Photographer | Intimate Elopements Near Spokane, Washington Eloping on Mount Spokane is a beautiful option for couples who want their wedding day to feel intentional, grounded, and truly their own. Just outside of Spokane, Mt. Spokane offers forested trails, quiet overlooks, and a sense of calm that makes space for connection rather […]

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2/06/26

Inspiration, Weddings

Mt. Spokane Elopement Photographer | Intimate Elopements Near Spokane, Washington

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Jojo & Jacob’s Joyful Lakefront Wedding at Camp Twinlow As a North Idaho wedding photographer, I’ve seen my fair share of unforgettable wedding days — and Jojo & Jacob’s June 21, 2025 celebration at Camp Twinlow in Rathdrum was one for the books. The day brought a mix of sunshine and soft rain showers. These […]

8/14/25

Weddings

Jojo & Jacob’s Joyful Lakefront Wedding at Camp Twinlow

Peyton & Nick — An Overbluff Cellars Wedding in Spokane, WA Peyton and Nick met at 14 — Nick was the new kid, Peyton was the mutual friend who made introductions — and they never really stopped being together after that. By the time their wedding day came around, they’d spent more than a decade […]

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7/03/25

Inspiration, Weddings

Spokane Wedding Peyton & Nick’s at Manito Park and Overbluff Cellars

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Olivia & Lukas — A Wild Rabbit Wedding in Clayton, WA Olivia and Lukas met at a summer camp in Montana, which honestly tells you almost everything you need to know about them. They’re the kind of people who love being outside, who find meaning in community, and who weren’t looking for a fancy wedding […]

6/01/25

Inspiration, Weddings

Exterior view of The Wild Rabbit wedding venue near Spokane, WA, covered in ivy with mountain backdrop, photographed by Spokane wedding photographer Arch and Elm Photography

Olivia & Lukas — The Wild Rabbit Wedding | Spokane Documentary Photographer

A lot of couples ask if wedding photography pricing can be adjusted based on guest count—especially for smaller weddings. Since things like catering and rentals change based on how many people attend, it makes sense to wonder if photography works the same way. But the reality is that guest count doesn’t change the time, skill, […]

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2/26/25

Tips + Tricks, Weddings

a couple embracing at beacon hill in spokane, washington

Why Wedding Photography Pricing Doesn’t Change Based on Guest Count

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If you’re planning a Spokane wedding, Beacon Hill Events should definitely be on your list. With its sweeping views of the city, perfectly manicured gardens, and warm, welcoming atmosphere, it’s one of my favorite Spokane wedding venues. I had the joy of photographing Kalleigh and Sean’s summer wedding at Beacon Hill, and it was a […]

12/18/24

Weddings

bride and groom posed romantically in a vineyard at beacon hill in spokane, washington

Spokane Wedding at Beacon Hill: Kalleigh & Sean’s Joyful Summer Celebration

Spokane Wedding at The Barn on Wild Rose Prairie If you’re planning a Spokane wedding and you want a day that feels more like an epic party than a formal affair, this is the one to look at. Maddy and Scott brought nonstop energy, big laughs, and some of the best dance moves I’ve ever […]

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9/16/24

Inspiration, Weddings

The Barn on Wild Rose Prairie [Maddy & Scott] Deer Park, WA

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