A woman with long wavy hair standing near a body of water, wearing a white off-shoulder dress with lace details.
A close-up of four hands, one adult's and three children's, holding one another in a display of affection and support.
A couple with light skin and dark hair, the woman with long hair in a bun, looking at a sleeping newborn in a crib. The man has short hair and beard. The scene is in a bedroom with flowers and curtains in the background.
A couple stands close together near a waterfall, holding hands and smiling at each other. The man wears a white shirt, and the woman wears a pink dress with long curly hair.
A man holding a young girl in a white dress under a floral archway, with a woman holding a baby nearby. The scene is outdoors among greenery and white flowers.

UTAH PHOTOGRAPHER

-Turning fleeting moments into lasting memories-

I am here to pause time with you—to capture the real love and connection that make your day uniquely yours. Together, we'll create images that tell the story of not just what your day looked like, but the emotion it held.

BOOK WITH ME!
A woman holding a young child while a boy stands nearby by a lakeshore with mountains in the background.
A close-up of a diamond engagement ring resting on a white rose surrounded by green eucalyptus leaves and small buds.
A person holding a baby's foot near white flowers and beige fabric.
A couple embracing outdoors, with the woman's pregnant belly visible, in a grassy field.
Baby dressed in white with a bear hat and pacifier, being held up by an adult, against a plain wall.

To everything there is a season...

Ecclesiastes 3:1

I’m truly so grateful you’re here. I believe God placed in me a deep love for people and the stories they carry. My passion for wedding photography is rooted in capturing the beauty of the present—those fleeting, emotional moments—and turning them into something timeless and dreamlike.

It’s more than just documenting a day. It’s about preserving the soft glances, quiet embraces, and joyful tears that speak to the heart of your love story. Being invited into such meaningful and sacred moments is a privilege I hold close.

Wildflowers growing among rocks and grass in a natural setting.
A mountain landscape with a foreground of colorful wildflowers, tall evergreen trees on the hillside, and distant mountain peaks under a cloudy sky.
Scenic view of a mountain valley with dense evergreen forests, a lake, and mountain peaks under a partly cloudy sky.
A smiling woman with dark hair and natural makeup taking a selfie with a professional camera, standing against a plain background.

Meet Elena — the heart behind the lens

Based in Minnesota, I’m a photographer fueled by faith and a deep passion for people. With Jesus at the center of all I do, I’m drawn to the honest, unscripted moments—the ones in between the poses—that truly reflect your story.


My goal is to create images that feel genuine and true to you. From the soft, quiet glances to the big, joy-filled laughs, I’m here to document the heart of your day just as it unfolds.

FOR EVERY CHAPTER IN YOUR LIFE —

WEDDINGS + ELOPEMENTS

COUPLES + ENGAGEMENTS

MATERNITY + LIFESTYLE

SENIORS + PORTRAITS

A woman walking on a trail through a lush green forest with hills and trees in the background, wearing a wide-brimmed hat, a black jacket, and a white dress.
A couple stands close together near a river, kissing, with a tall waterfall cascading in the background and a forested hillside.

For the memories that stand still in time.

My purpose is simple: to document the love, joy, and connection that make your story unforgettable. I’m not just capturing moments—I’m preserving emotions, the little in-betweens that make your day truly yours. Being trusted with your most personal memories is a gift I don’t take lightly.

YOUR STORY STARTS HERE
A family of four enjoying time outdoors, with two children being held by their parents, standing beneath a floral archway.
A woman with long dark hair standing on a beach with her arms crossed, eyes closed, wearing a leopard print dress, with trees and water in the background.
A young girl walking through a grassy field with wildflowers, surrounded by trees, mountains, and hills in the background during daylight.
Close-up of barefoot people standing in a river with rocky shore, some tattoos visible on their feet, wearing white pants and a skirt.
A couple standing close together in a grassy field during sunset, smiling and looking into each other's eyes with trees and hills in the background.