Every time I think I’ve finished this testimonial, I think of more good things about Karissa and Mike to add :) Beyond being incredibly talented photographers, they are both such wonderful human beings who care so much about what they do, work hard to always give you their best, and truly make you feel like family. We first met Karissa and Mike when they photographed our friends’ wedding; it was the first time I ever remembered a photographer and it was because of their fun, positive energy. When my partner and I got engaged, they were the first vendor we booked. We had a FaceTime interview and connected with them right away—from their love for nature and outdoor adventures, to their balance of professionalism and down to earth friendliness—and felt so comfortable talking to them. We also loved the natural style, masterful use of lighting, and variety of shots used in their photography to capture moments so authentically and intimately. Then the pandemic hit in 2020 and after having to go through the difficult process of canceling our original wedding, finding a new venue, and planning a different celebration for a year later, we discovered how even more wonderful Karissa and Mike were. Feeling discouraged at various stages, they helped research and send us an extensive list of other venues that fit our aesthetic and budget, and checked in with us regularly to give moral support, answer questions, and offer solutions. They encouraged us to still celebrate this year which led to us deciding to elope with our immediate family—and it was the best decision and happiest weekend of our relationship. Karissa and Mike also helped plan our elopement, making us feel excited again about wedding planning by sending us great location options, sharing expert advice/knowledge on the challenges and advantages of getting married at the top two places we were deciding between, and then preparing an organized timeline for the day that incorporated our ideas and feedback. Then there are the photos we received from Wildflower Photo Co for our engagement session and elopement weekend...even more amazing than we could have imagined. From the expressions on people’s faces, to the beauty of the natural landscape, to the capturing of small details and moments we didn’t even notice at the time, to just plain making us and our family look good, the photos allow us to relive these special memories and bring us so much joy. Sneak peaks were delivered super fast the next day and the remaining photos about 6 weeks later. We are thankful to have met Karissa and Mike, and feel incredibly lucky to have them photograph and be alongside us for life’s big moments. We can’t recommend them highly enough.