AN UNFORGETTABLE ANCHORAGE CATHOLIC WEDDING AT ST. ANDREW CATHOLIC CHURCH WITH A RECEPTION AT THE ALASKA NATIVE HERITAGE CENTER AND MOUNTAINSIDE PORTRAITS
The day before the Alaska Catholic Wedding, I had my lovely second shooter at Eliza & Rich’s rehearsal dinner to capture some moments, including the wedding shoe game. I think it is so great when couples want coverage of their rehearsal dinner so they can look back on their whole wedding weekend!
Eliza and Rich met in the most modern of ways, on a dating app. After a couple of failed attempts and a rained-out rodeo, they went to mass and supper together. Rich recounts meeting a lot of her family at that first meal together, but said it was a great icebreaker. He has been leading them together in pursuit of holiness since. It was beautiful to witness their love at their Alaska Catholic Wedding.
THE WEDDING MASS
The beauty of the nuptial mass and the joy in the interactions of the wedding guests simply cannot be put into words. From the reverent hush of the ceremony to the quiet glances between Rich and Eliza. This wedding mass at St. Andrew Catholic Church was perfect.
As a photographer, I’m constantly moved by the way love shows up—in quiet glances, tight embraces, and spontaneous laughter. Surrounded by Alaska’s stunning natural beauty and anchored in faith. This couple’s wedding day was truly a reflection of their love: intentional, joyful, and breathtakingly heartfelt.
After Eliza and Rich ran into their reception at Alaska Native Heritage Center, they welcomed all of their guests and invited their parents to the dance floor for a simple, sweet dance honoring them. There were many emotional reactions that brought me to tears. After, we continued with their first dance as husband and wife.
What a dream to be invited to Anchorage, AK, to photograph and film a wedding for a faithful couple with hilarious friends, loving family, and hearts on fire for the Lord.
WELL WISHES TO ELIZA & RICH! & CHECK OUT THEIR VIDEO BELOW
Vendors
Ceremony: St. Andrew Catholic Church
Reception: Alaska Native Heritage Center
Photographer & Videographer: Nikayla & Co.
Bridal Gown: Casablanca purchased from Orainda’s Bridal Boutique
Florist: The Teal Door
Wedding Planner/Coordinator: Events by Ayla
DJ: Alaska Professional Entertainment
