ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY INQUIRY
MKR PHOTOS
Congrats!
I’m honored that you’re considering MKR Photos. One of my favorite parts of my job is getting to know all my couples. The honor of being one of the only people present for your elopement is not lost on me. I love to start by sharing a little about myself, my process, and my work.
This introductory guide will outline:
TESTIMONIAL
“Picking her to photograph our elopement in the mountains was a no brainer. She made the process fun and kept things interesting... Her ideas were refreshing, which set our photos apart from the cookie cutter shoots I've seen in the past. I'm especially happy with how skilled she was capturing the scenery around us while still keeping us as the focal point of the photos..”
RYLEY A.
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Hey hey, I’m Makaila.
I’ve always been an observer. Always noticing the small moments of everyday beauty and interaction around me - a friend’s deep laugh and snort… the morning sunlight hitting the fruit bowl in my kitchen just right at 7:36am, the way certain fabrics billow as they’re caught in a wind… And I’ve always been a sappy nostalgic! Feeling all the feels all the time, whether I want to or not.
Colorado has been my home for the last 11 years. (wow, time flies!) and I fall more and more in love with this magnificent state with each passing day. Even before I was lucky enough to call Colorado home, I spent my summers in Eagle County splashing in the rivers, hiking up to snow fields on hot days, and horseback riding through aspen groves. The Rocky Mountains hold some of my most cherished memories.
All this to say, I know this place well - from it’s paths well traveled to the hidden gems. I know how to plan for Colorado’s signature unpredictable weather, seasonal traffic patterns & closures, how to avoid the crowds, and I would love to help you with your dream day
ABOUT
Elopements have become an incredibly inspiring space for me where I have the privilege of capturing everything from human connection to raw emotions, gorgeous landscapes and details. When I capture your elopement, I weave in traditional, documentary, and editorial imagery to tell the full and true story of the day. I’m deeply in love with Colorado, and that love is reflected in the images I document from your elopement.
My ultimate intention is to create images that allow you to relive moments and feelings that outlast the moment itself.
SHOOTING STYLE
TESTIMONIAL
“Her work is unparalleled and we are so lucky to have worked with her. Her photos were exactly as we had pictured - the use of detail, action shots, sensual shots, thoughtful shots, and editing were very much on point. I can’t say enough how awesome she is as a human and her work will leave you breathless.”
LINDSAY F.
BOOKING INFO
EACH PACKAGE INCLUDES
HIGH RES & WEB SIZE DOWNLOAD RIGHTS
Your gallery will include one-click download access for both high res and web size images. I guarantee that your gallery link will be live for a minimum of one year (even though I normally leave them up indefinitely). I recommend downloading and backing up your images to multiple “homes” upon receiving them (cloud and physical hard drives). I typically deliver around 1000 images for a full 8 hour wedding day.
COLOR EDITS + BLACK & WHITES
I edit and color correct each photo by hand. I also include black and white edits for select images. Delivered images typically total around 1000 for a full 8 hour wedding day.
ELOPEMENT + LOCATION GUIDANCE
Each booking includes a elopement guide with advice I’ve picked up from 7 years of experience! This includes suggestions to enhance your photography and planning experience. The wedding guide covers location support, pro tips for weather, altitude, and more, plus vendor recommendations (Colorado only).
PRE ELOPEMENT MEETING
Before your elopement, we’ll set up a time to chat through logistics, shot list, and all the finer details. We’ll finalize meeting locations, backup plans, and everything in between.
COMMUNICATION + A ELOPEMENT TEAMMATE
I consider myself and expert in all things elopements and am here to support you on the journey leading up to your day. If I don’t have an answer for you, I probably know someone who does. Feel free to reach out with anything you need, exciting planning updates — yes, please send me a picture of your dress — or just to say hey!
CUSTOMIZATIONS
CUSTOM ADDITIONS TO ANY PACKAGE
SEE PRICING & SERVICES GUIDE FOR IN DEPTH PRICING INFORMATION
DISCOUNTED ENGAGEMENT SESSION
ABOUT: Add on a standard (60 minutes) or extended (90 minutes) engagement session. Includes a 30 mile radius from Denver, ≥100 digital images, outfit and location guidance.
WHY COUPLES LOVE IT: yeah, it’s great for save the dates but really I love engagement sessions cause it gives us an opportunity to get to know each other before your elopement day. Plus, it’s basically a practice round for posing and being in front of the camera.
SUPER 8 VIDEO
ABOUT: Super 8 is the home video medium of the 1960s. Each roll yields about 2-3 minutes of silent film. It’s captured on vintage cameras on new 8mm film. I outsource a LGBTQ-owned, Colorado-based business to process and scan the film, then I cull and edit a 3-4 minute highlight reel video for you.
WHY I LOVE IT: Don’t get me started… I absolutely adore super 8 as a medium. It’s warm, grainy and brings on instant nostalgia. It’s the perfect complement to your digital photo gallery and doesn’t involve the entourage or cost of a full videographer team.
ALBUM DESIGN & PRINTING
ABOUT: Nothing beats having an album printed in front of you, holding it hands and turning the pages. I’ll hand-design your album and print it on thick pages in a leather or linen bound albums.
WHY COUPLES LOVE IT: You will receive a lot of images in your digital gallery. While it’s amazing to have so many memories to look back on, it can be a little overwhelming. By the time I deliver your gallery, I’ve spent hours with all of your images, editing and sorting them. Save yourself the time and energy, and allow me to handle this one through a communicative, feedback-rich process of design and order placement.
NEXT STEPS
STEP ONE: PHONE / VIDEO CALL
We’ll start with setting up a introductory phone or video call to get to know each other better. I’ll guide this call with some intentional questions to learn more about your wedding plans. Every couple and elopement is unique, so I will make coverage recommendations based on your vision and plans.
STEP TWO: BOOKING FINALIZATION
After our call, I’ll follow up with a detailed proposal that outlines everything we talked about in our intro call. Once a contract is signed by all parties and your retainer is received, you’re officially booked with me and your date will be reserved on my calendar.
STEP THREE: ELOPEMENT LEADUP
I’ll send over a bunch of resources. You can reach out to me at any time with questions or support and I’ll do my best to help or point you in the right direction! 2-4 weeks before your elopement, you’ll receive a questionnaire. Once you fill this out, we’ll block out some time to talk through all the details and go over your shot lists.
ELOPEMENT DAY
Elopement day will be here before you know it and that’s when I’m in my element! I’ll be there to guide you when you need it and capture every moment.
EDITING & IMAGE DELIVERY
Sneak peeks will be delivered within 7 days. Then I’ll be working on hand-editing your full gallery to be delivered within 6-8 weeks. You’ll receive a gallery link where you can view images and share it with loved ones if you choose.
POST-ELOPEMENT
It doesn’t have to end here! I love to stay in touch with my couples. Many past clients have become some dear friends. It’s incredibly special to me to get updates and even capture future milestones for you two. I’ll also send over special print discounts throughout the year, so keep an eye out for those!
TESTIMONIAL
“The photos and [Super 8] video she captured on our wedding day were incredible, far and away exceeding our expectations… She perfectly captured all of the magic and moments of our wedding day. If you want someone who is thoughtful, talented, easy to work with, and generally fun to be around - look no further!”
SAM P.
