Katie Dawn Photo

  • LGBTQ+ Owned
  • Woman Owned

I’m a born and raised Coloradan that spent my childhood around campfires making s’mores in the summer and snowboarding in the winter. I’ve been everywhere in the Rockies from New Mexico up to Canada. I live in Oregon, now, and spend my summers photographing my couples elopements in the wild and camping in my Astro van.

I’ve always had a knack for all kinds of art since I was a kid- ceramics, painting, drawing, you name it. I started photography when I was just 15 and terminally scrolling Tumblr, and it’s been a wrap ever since then. I accidentally became a wedding photographer when all my friends started getting married shortly after high school, and in 2020 switched over to specializing in elopements and small weddings. Now, I get to combine my love and vast knowledge of the outdoors with my passion for photography to help my couples plan meaningful days.

When couples elope with me, I help with every step of the planning process from location scouting, vendor recommendations, activity suggestions, putting together a timeline, wedding license and permit info, local knowledge of the area, and anything else you might need.

Contact me so we can plan your elopement! katiedawnphoto.com

  • Wandering Since 2021

What Couples Are Saying

Read reviews from couples who’ve worked with this photographer and shared their elopement experience.

  • 5-stars

    I was super nervous for our photos, because I'm soooo uncomfortable in front of the camera, but Katie made everything so easy. I was afraid our session would be awkward and overly professional and intense, but our photos with Katie were so relaxed, I didn't even feel like I was modeling for photos, just hanging out on a date with my fiancé. We decided to go ahead and hire her for our intimate wedding, too, and the day went by so smoothly because we already knew her and knew what to expect. The photos we got back were so beautiful and captured all the little in-between moments and details of our day. Katie was the best investment we made on our wedding day, by far.

    Emily
Katie Dawn Photo
Katie Dawn Photo

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I came across your work on Wandering Weddings and love your style! My partner and I are planning to elope in [location or general area] around [date or season]. We’re hoping for something that feels [describe vibe — adventurous, intimate, laid-back, etc.].

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