Colorado
Documentary
Style

Wedding
Photography

Bold Love.  Real Moments.  Colorful Stories.

Incredible photos of your meaningful moments – without your day feeling like a photoshoot

Colorado
Documentary
Style
Wedding
Photography

Bold Love

Real Moments

Colorful Stories

Incredible photos of your meaningful moments – without your day feeling like a photo shoot

100+

weddings
photographed

43

5-star
reviews

25

Years of combined experience

1M

Photos
taken

Documentary style wedding photography

Keeps you in the moment

We prioritize real moments so you can be present for your wedding and have incredible photos to tell the tale — without all the pressure.

We help couples like you embrace your wedding day so you have no regrets
What We Offer
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Engagement session

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Ceremony video

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Rehearsal dinner

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Custom packages

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Online gallery

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Albums + Prints

“Our wedding photos are honestly some of my most prized possessions. They’re amazing at capturing the emotion, beauty, candidness and everything in between. I truly can’t say enough good things about these freaking photos. Like, WOW.”

Quote mark ALLISON & BRUCE
On your wedding day

You shouldn’t have to worry about:

Groom gets ready in his underwear at Hotel Boulderado in Boulder, Colorado
Mountain Crust Wedding in Denver
When you reflect back

You don’t want to regret having:

We've helped countless couples with our storytelling approach, so you can have the freedom to celebrate the day you've been dreaming about.
We've helped countless couples with our storytelling approach, so you can have the freedom to celebrate the day you've been dreaming about.

Your wedding shouldn’t feel like a *photoshoot.* Let’s talk. 

WE’RE AUTUMN & GRIFFIN

Wife + husband documentary-style wedding photographers (former photojournalists) based in Fort Collins, CO. 

And we’re on a mission to help couples like you have the best of both worlds: incredible wedding photos and an amazing experience. 

Only after planning our own wedding, did we realize the most meaningful parts would be the connection, energy, and unexpected moments, all the things you can’t actually plan for.

That’s why we take a documentary approach that honors your experience and keeps you present, so you can fully embrace your day. 

With over 20 years of combined experience in the photography industry and 100+ weddings photographed, you can count on us to bring expertise, passion and creativity to every wedding we document.

Let’s celebrate your love, fully, with no regrets. 
 
xo Autumn + Griff

THE SEARCH IS OVER.

THE SEARCH IS OVER.

You can have the best of both worlds  with documentary style wedding photography

WHAT IS DOCUMENTARY STYLE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY?

A candid, photojournalistic approach to capturing your moments as they naturally unfold, free from the hassle of being constantly posed. We capture the intimacy and energy of your wedding day with minimal interference.

SO YOU CAN STAY IN THE MOMENT…

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On your wedding day, you deserve

timeless‚ candid‚ artistic images , to be present for the celebration of your lifetime , to embrace the moments that matter , to immerse yourself in the experience , meaningful images full of emotion , quality time with loved ones , authenticity + real connections , photos that bring you to tears , to celebrate what truly matters , to feel elevated beyond anything you imagined , images that stand the test of time , your most memorable moments documented , to remember how your day felt , the best experience + photos possible , to prioritize moments over details , photos that make your heart skip a beat , to feel like your best selves

I seriously have no words but we are blown away! These wedding photos are gorgeous, moving, intense, fun, dynamic and sweet. We’re in love with them all!”

Quote mark  KATE & TAYLOR

I seriously have no words but we are blown away! These wedding photos are gorgeous, moving, intense, fun, dynamic and sweet. We’re in love with them all!”

Quote mark  KATE & TAYLOR

How does this work?

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SCHEDULE YOUR CALL

Schedule your call with us to map out a custom plan for your wedding day. We’ll define your vision, recommend the right package and hours for your timeline, and answer your biggest questions so you can move forward with confidence.
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Planning Guidance

We’ll help guide you through important decisions regarding your wedding photos, and provide tailored advice + resources. We also assist with timeline details to make sure your day flows smoothly.

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Celebrate Your Love

The moment you’ve been dreaming of is finally here! We’ll artistically document all of the emotional, hilarious and heartwarming moments so you can embrace your day and have incredible photos!

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On your wedding day, you deserve

timeless‚ candid‚ artistic images , to be present for the celebration of your lifetime , to embrace the moments that matter , to immerse yourself in the experience , meaningful images full of emotion , quality time with loved ones , authenticity + real connections , to defy all expectations , photos that bring you to tears , to celebrate what truly matters , to feel elevated beyond anything you imagined , images that stand the test of time , your most memorable moments documented , to remember how your day felt , the best experience + photos possible , to prioritize moments over details , photos that make your heart skip a beat , to feel like your best selves

AS SEEN IN

SCHEDULE YOUR PLANNING CALL WITH AUTUMN 

…to discuss your vision, explore coverage options, and find the right fit for you!

SCHEDULE YOUR PLANNING CALL WITH AUTUMN 

…to discuss your vision, explore coverage options, and find the right fit for you!

In this quick chat, we’ll…

In this quick chat, we’ll…

DISCUSS YOUR PLANS:

We want to hear about your story, how you got engaged, your vision for the big day, as well as what matters most to you in regards to your wedding photos and experience.

PERKS + PACKAGES: 

We’ll walk you through our approach, packages, and services in detail, helping you define your vision, map out a custom plan for your day, and get answers to your biggest questions.

THE PERFECT FIT:

You’ll get clarity on how many hours of coverage you need, which exclusive perks best fit your day, and what to expect next, so you have all the details you need to move forward with confidence.

Ready to trade the pressure of expectations for the freedom to enjoy your day?

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You might be *this close* to finally finding your wedding photographer!

…a huge milestone in the planning process! 

It’s the celebration of your lifetime

There will never be another one like it

It’s true what they say, your wedding photos will transcend time and decades to be among your most valued possessions. So let’s make your photos as magical as the moments you’re living, leaving you with no regrets. Those will be some photos to brag about.

What you can expect from us

Colorful photos that stand the test of time , A candid approach that honors your experience , Photos as magical as the moments you're in , The freedom to be fully present with your people , The ability to relive your favorite memories , Organic storytelling without pressure , The best wedding photos + experience
A bride and groom embrace surrounded by their guests waving glow sticks and photographed in a candid documentary wedding photography style at Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park

It’s the celebration of your lifetime

There will never be another one like it

It’s true what they say, your wedding photos will transcend time and decades to be among your most valued possessions. So let’s make your photos as magical as the moments you’re living, leaving you with no regrets. Those will be some photos to brag about.

What you can expect
from us
Timeless photos that stand the test of time , A candid approach that honors your experience , Images that focus on what matters , The freedom to be fully present with your people , Photos that bring back your favorite memories , Authentic storytelling without pressure , The best wedding photos and experience possible! , Photos as magical as the moments

Why choose documentary style wedding photographers?

1.  Ditch mediocre photography

The wedding photos you’ve seen are all starting to blend together, but you’re looking for something beyond the ordinary. You’re looking for images that evoke emotion and fit your vision for the day you’ve been dreaming about. You want images that are just as one-of-a-kind as your wedding will be — capturing the raw, unscripted moments that documentary style wedding photography prioritizes so you can remember your day as it really was. 

2.  Choose moments over details

Your wedding day is about more than just perfect details — it’s about celebrating your love and reveling in the moments that give you butterflies. You want to let go of anything that doesn’t align with your vision and focus on being at the heart of your celebration. Prioritize authenticity over perfection, meaning over expectations, and make space for the joy and connection that will define your day.

3.  Embrace experience, not perfection

You value your experience above all else. What truly matters are the people you care about and the memories you’re about to create together which is why you deserve the gift of being fully present with the people you love most. Embrace the fun, emotional and unexpected moments that are filled with meaning and depth. And because it’s so rare to have everyone gathered in one place, you need your day captured in a way that honors your experience so you can meet the moments that matter most.

“YOU. GUYS. WHAT THE F***?!? THESE ARE AMAZING!!

Holy sh*t, you guys have us gushing all over again. Your photography captured every bit of the perfection we felt that day and we couldn’t be any more grateful.”

Quote mark  MINH + MADDISON

Ready to be our next happy couple?!

You can have the best photos (and experience) possible

You want to feel like your best selves — letting the joy and excitement of the day shine through in your pictures, effortlessly. Savor your signature cocktail before the bar runs out, hit the dance floor with your friends, and fully live it up! 

And you can trust that all of your most memorable moments will be documented. Moments like wiping away tears as you speak heart-to-heart with your partner during your vows or catching your nephew with his finger in the cake before you’ve had a chance to cut it. And let’s not forget about grandma doing splits on the dance floor and wowing everyone. 

Yes, we’ve seen it all, and we can tell you it’s all worth remembering. The photos that really matter will bring you back to the way the whole experience felt and those images will have the power to bring you to tears, years from now.

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Bride & groom toast during their reception at Wild Basin Lodge in Allenspark, CO

What is documentary style wedding photography?

Documentary style wedding photography honors your experience by taking a candid, photojournalistic approach to capturing your moments as they naturally unfold, free from the hassle of being constantly posed. By remaining unobtrusive and observant, we capture the intimacy and energy of your wedding day with minimal interference so you can stay IN the moment.

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You deserve photos that make your heart skip a beat — decades from now

That’s right. You deserve wedding photos that stand out, that are more than just trendy — photos that are crisp, colorful and evoke emotion. You’ll treasure these timeless images for years to come, bringing you back to the magic of your wedding day, as it really was, every time you look at them.

We’re here to help you experience a meaningful day that’s true to you, so you can enjoy the experience and have photos that reflect all the fun, freedom and love you deserve to embrace.

A bride and groom shed a tear during an intimate documentary wedding photography style at the Evergreen Lake House in Evergreen, Colorado

You deserve photos that make your heart skip a beat — decades from now

That’s right. You deserve wedding photos that stand out, that are more than just trendy. You want photos that are crisp, colorful and evoke emotion. You’ll treasure these timeless images for years to come, bringing you back to the magic of your wedding day, as it really was, every time you look at them.

We’re here to help you experience a meaningful day that’s true to you, so you can enjoy the experience and have photos that reflect all the fun, freedom and love you deserve to embrace.

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