Bride in white gown and groom in suit share a kiss on dramatic dark basalt rock columns in an outdoor wedding photo.

Wild & Real

Wedding and elopement PHotography rooted in Alaska's untamed landscapes
Cinematic wedding and elopement photography in Southeast Alaska for couples who want their moments documented honestly, artfully and with a deep sense of place

 

Hey, my name is Kelsa Mae

 

Two overlapping white leaf illustrations on a clean white background.
Ethereal black and white portrait of a woman in a flowing dress among misty forest trees.
Delicate white outline illustration of a swan on a clean white background in minimalist style.

I was born and raised in Southeast Alaska, on a small island called Mitkof, that contains an even smaller town called Petersburg. I love being outside and capturing the beauty that constantly surrounds me. My love for natures beauty led me to my first camera, which is where I learned that I also loved being able to capture people, as well as the beautiful landscapes.

Bride in flowing white wedding gown walking on black sand beach leaving footprints behind.
Bride and groom holding hands standing on rocky waterfall in lush green forest wedding photo.
Joyful couple embracing and laughing together near a river in a lush green outdoor setting.
Couple holding hands walking through vibrant blue lupine flower field in romantic outdoor setting.
Couple in wedding attire sharing a romantic moment on a black sand beach with dramatic ocean waves.
Romantic couple touching foreheads tenderly outdoors, woman with long red hair placing hand on mans chest.
Blonde woman in white dress smiling at man in lupine flower field under cloudy sky.
Bride wearing white lace dress with XtraTuf brown rubber boots standing on wooden surface.
Stylish couple standing back to back on dark volcanic beach near dramatic waterfall in Iceland.
Couple posing near a serene lake at dusk, woman in white lace dress standing behind seated man.
Bride and Groom embracing while overlooking a dramatic misty ocean landscape with rocky islands in Southeast Alaska.

Recent projects

MOODY, CINEMATIC, AND DEEPLY FELT - MY WORK FEELS LIKE VISUAL STORYTELLING THAT UNFOLDS SOFTLY AND SLOWLY. TOGETHER, WE’LL CREATE IMAGES THAT GO BEYOND THE SURFACE. PHOTOGRAPHS THAT FEEL AS REAL AND RAW AS THE MOMENTS THEMSELVES.

Delicate light blue KM monogram logo with fern botanical illustration in minimalist outline style.
Misty evergreen forest with tall pine trees shrouded in fog on a dark moody hillside.
Soft gray minimalist illustration of an A-frame cabin surrounded by trees on a white background.


“What I like about photographs is that they capture a moment that’s gone forever, impossible to reproduce.”



Karl Lagerfeld
Elegant teal fern illustration with a curling frond on a white background.
Bride and groom pose on rocky and rugged Alaska beach with mountain views on their wedding day.
Bride and groom embracing on a forest path surrounded by tall dark evergreen trees.
Bride and groom share a passionate kiss under a gazebo at their outdoor Alaska wedding ceremony.
Elegant wedding flat lay with pearl necklace, rings, mirror, and floral arrangement on dark surface.
Bride and groom embracing on a rocky shoreline with mountains and evergreen forest backdrop.
Pregnant woman cradling her belly on rocky Alaskan shoreline with island and mountains behind her.
Couple stands together on a moss-covered wooden bridge in Southeast Alaska surrounded by lush evergreen forest.
Parents lovingly gaze at their baby daughter dressed in yellow outdoors in soft light, in Alaska.

FOR THE COUPLES WHO KISS IN THE RAIN, THE FAMILIES WHO LAUGH LOUD, AND THE SOULS WHO FEEL DEEPLY.


Dense dark green ferns and tropical foliage creating a lush forest backdrop.
Elegant KM monogram logo with delicate silver fern botanical illustration in light blue.
Blue lupine wildflowers blooming among lush green foliage in soft evening light.

Welcome to a world where every moment can feel timeless. My goal is to capture the essence of romance and nostalgia in your photos. I blend natural light with slightly cinematically mellowed colors, to create images that feel timeless and dreamy.

I specialize in documenting the heartfelt and unexpected moments...whether it's the quiet whisper between two people in love, or the joyful laughs between families.

Let's Connect!

Whether you're daydreaming about a future session or ready to start planning now, I'd love to hear from you!

If you are inquiring about a wedding, please reach out and I will send a special questionnaire.

 

Couple reflected in a garden mirror surrounded by candles and an elegantly set dining table in Iceland.
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I typically focus more on genuine connection, movement, and little in-between moments - less on rigidly posed where everyone looks at the camera. If this isn't your vibe let me know!

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Are you envisioning something romantic, adventurous, or maybe more close to home?

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What is your current photography budget? Portrait sessions start at $500. That said, I truly believe everyone deserves to have their story documented beautifully. If you're working within a different budget, I’m more than happy to chat about options or set up a payment plan to help make your vision a reality.

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Elegant KM monogram logo with EST 2017 text in soft white tones featuring decorative script lettering.
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