Helping couples craft intentional WEDDING experiences and documenting love in wild places
Alaska Wedding and Elopement Photographer
I specialize in destination weddings and elopements in Alaska and around the world for free-spirited couples who want a wildly unique and authentic wedding day. Surrounded by nature, I help design and capture cinematic and emotive imagery that you can feel every square inch of.
I want to tell your story, from the big picture to the tiny in-between moments. I want capture who you are, from the way you wrinkle you nose when your partner makes you laugh, to the way you close your eyes when the wind catches your hair. I want to tell the beautiful, messy, love story of you, so that one day you can hold your photographs in your wrinkled hands and remember what a beautiful life you lived together.
Juneau, Alaska + Worldwide
So, you decided a big traditional wedding wasn't your thing.
Your soul craves authentic experiences
The pressure of wedding planning makes you recoil
You're drawn to the road less travelled
You feel most at home in nature
You're ready to...
Enjoy the journey as much as the destination
Enjoy your wedding day at your own pace
Feel entirely comfortable and free
Have a once-in-a-lifetime adventure together
For those seeking adventure and authenticity
Does this sound dreamy or what!? Are you ready for a wedding day full of freedom and fresh air, where you can feel at peace and empowered to do whatever sets your souls on fire?
Your day doesn't have to look like everyone elses. Picture this...
HECK YES I'M IN!
This is where the magic happens
You get ready together in a cozy A-frame cabin, cooking bacon and grabbing each others butts
You dance barefoot in the sand, syncing your rhythm to the waves, then jump in!
You say your vows on a mountaintop with breathtaking views and the sky as your witness
You soak in a hotspring while the northern lights dance for you
You ride off into the sunset on motorcycles, or fly away on a float plane
You wear that blue wedding dress you love so much
You're in the right place
TOSS THE RULEBOOK OUT THE WINDOW AND DO WHAT SETS YOUR SOUL ON FIRE
Hey There, I'm Sierra
I'm a mother, wife, creator, and dream-chaser. You can often find me with my head in the clouds, feet in the mud, and a third (or fourth) cup of coffee in my cup. I call everyone dude, I randomly break out into song, and I will wade in freezing water to get THE shot for you.
When you work with me, you can expect to dance, run, piggyback, motorboat, swear, laugh, and get messy. So what I'm saying is: wear comfortable shoes, throw the rulebook away, and don't take life too seriously (none of us get out alive).
YOUR TRAVEL GUIDE, YOUR DRESS FLOOFER, YOUR WEDDING DAY WINGMAN AND YOUR BIGGEST CHEERLEADER.
GET TO KNOW ME
"We're shy and super
awkward"
This isn't my first rodeo. I've had a camera in my hands for as long as I can remember, and I've been in business professionally since 2017. This is more than just a job or a creative outlet for me, it's a passion, an obsession, and I freaking love what I do. Ask me anything throughout your planning process. I have loads of resources and advice to share that will help make your day amazing!
Experience and Passion
My approach to photography is all about capturing real, raw emotion—not just pretty poses. With a background in Social Science, plus advanced training in The Art of Emotion, I’ve learned how to evoke genuine feelings so your photos actually feel like you. I’ll guide you into real moments of laughter, intimacy, and connection so your images are full of life and emotion. The result? Photos that don’t just show what happened—they take you right back to how it felt.
Emotion Driven
I'm not a big fan of those cheesy and staged photos that don't look genuine. For the majority of your day, I prefer to take a step back and capture your day as it unfolds. Then when it comes time for portraits, I like to take a lifestyle approach, which means giving you things to do rather than just poses to stay in. You'll be too busy spinning and laughing and snuggling and swaying to wonder where to look or what to do with your hands.
Lifestyle Approach
I get it. seriously, I do! You are not alone. I've personally been in front of the camera many times at various stages of life and always feel some sort of way about it; whether it be stiff and awkward (wtf do I do with my hands?) or super self conscious (do I look as bloated as I feel?). The secret sauce to looking comfortable in front of the camera, is feeling comfortable in front of the camera, and I'm here to make the whole process feel fun, relaxed, and genuine.
... said every couple I've ever photographed, ever...
What it's like working with me
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Sierra is amazing! Her lighting style immediately drew us to her when looking for wedding photographers as we wanted to capture the vibrance and joy of our big day. She met those expectations with her beautiful photos and was also such a pleasure to work with. She is calm, organized, very approachable, and a great communicator, which allowed us to relax and just have fun. Thank you, Sierra!
- Leanora S. and Alex B.
CLIENT LOVE
Sierra is an ABSOLUTE ANGEL! I cannot recommend her enough. She made my husband and I feel comfortable in front of the camera and was so much fun to work with. I have the most beautiful photos to last a lifetime. I could have never dreamed of these photos turning out the way they did! She is truly an artist. When we get the chance to go back to Alaska, I will be booking her for another photoshoot! Love her so much and I am sending her hugs from Florida! Thank you again!
- Kaci W. and Josh W.
CLIENT LOVE
Sierra made our engagement photo session so easy, fun, and completely worthwhile. The process was incredibly simple and Sierra was flexible with getting us booked quickly. She was responsive, and accommodating. She made as feel at ease. And all of this before actually seeing the end result! Needless to say, Sierra has incredible talent, and the photos she took of us will be cherished forever. She is a true gem, and anyone would be lucky to have her photograph an important moment in their life. 1000% worth it.
- Paige B. and Cody N.
CLIENT LOVE
Sierra made me feel so comfortable in my own skin! She is so down-to-earth and just a wonderful person. Her photography skills capture you in the best light and she is just magic when it comes to framing and composition. I would absolutely recommend her for even the most intimate moments of your life and enjoy all the captured memories forever! My husband and I are thrilled with our photos, and cannot thank Sierra enough for her time invested into her work.
- Carolyn S.
CLIENT LOVE
We Hired Sierra Wilson's photography services, for our wedding on the Mendenhall glacier in Juneau AK As it is on glacier we had short wedding ceremony but we really appreciated Sierra Wilson work when we saw final pictures! We don’t know how she could capture those amazing pictures in 40 mins on glaciers! Sierra is a professional and understanding person, she spoke to us for 30 min while booking about our expectations and delivered them 100% Great quality of work! We are happy that we hired her for our special day! Sierra made it beautiful with her creative skills. Strongly suggest her service.
- Sarahbeth and Sandeep H.J.
CLIENT LOVE
WOW!!! We are absolutely thrilled with all of our amazing photos! Sierra is such an awesome person and was able to capture every special moment throughout our day! She knew exactly what to do and say to make us feel 100% comfortable. Looking at our photos brings us right back to that moment! Thank you Sierra for being such an amazing piece of our wedding day! We can’t wait to come back to Alaska for our next adventure! For sure Sierra will be a part of it!
- Maggie B. and Bill P.
CLIENT LOVE
The biggest challenge when first looking for a surprise proposal photographer was finding one in a location we have never been too. Thankfully, with the help of all of Sierra's astounding reviews and stunning portfolio, the choice was easy! Sierra made this process seamless and guided me through her process in making this precious moment one to last a lifetime. She is responsive to any concerns, descriptive in creating a plan for execution, and exuded warmth and friendliness at all times. Sierra made us feel comfortable and playful in our photoshoot, making for a variety of beautiful photos that we would have never thought could be possible. She is an absolute master in this craft and highly recommended to anyone looking for a photographer! Thank you, Sierra!!!
- Jonah N.
CLIENT LOVE
We booked Sierra for our Juneau wedding photos and WOW! are we ever happy we did!! Not only is she an amazing photographer (that’s clear from her website!), but she managed to make us feel relaxed and comfortable, and we had fun!! (and that’s saying a lot because we do not usually enjoy having our photo taken lol). Thank you so much Sierra for making the whole process simple, for going over and above, and for perfectly capturing us!!!
- Chelsea and Dan G.
CLIENT LOVE
“I had a lot of confidence in Sierra as a photographer but I was still pretty sure I would hate the pictures because I hate all pictures of me. I totally had a panic attack about it before arriving. And I LOVE these pictures so so so much. I adore them all, it actually made me cry”
- Melanie
CLIENT LOVE
“Taking photos with Sierra is fun and easy going. The experience was really special and intimate. No pressure to be perfect, and just capturing the moment in its most natural state. The final product turned out beautifully too! I would recommend any couple to schedule a session with Wild Iris Photography!”
- Kayla T.
CLIENT LOVE
“Working with Sierra was very easy. She was so sweet and very receptive to my ideas and added ideas of her own. When we got to the site she brought chocolate for my daughter as a special treat which was so thoughtful. She made beautiful maternity photos for my family to look back on for years to come. I would highly recommend her for your family photos.”
- Samantha
CLIENT LOVE
“After a lifetime of feeling uncomfortable in my own skin I was nervous and excited about my boudoir shoot. My partner and I were immediately at ease with the professionalism and direction that Wild Iris photography continuously gave throughout the shoot. A lifetime of uncertainty was turned into confidence! Seeing just a glimpse of our photos has us so excited to see the rest - we know without a doubt that not only photos will be something we cherish but the experience as well. Highly recommend!”
- Chloey
CLIENT LOVE
“Sierra is an AMAZING photographer and really catches the beauty in a photo. She is kind, sweet, honest and really cares about her clients. I cannot recommend her enough. I would give her way more than 5 stars. She makes you feel so comfortable, confident and gorgeous during the shoot. I’ve done 2 shoots with her so far and I CANNOT wait to do another one with her again. Sierra is a serious blessing! You will not regret getting your photos done by this gorgeous lady!”
- Ambree
CLIENT LOVE
I cannot recommend Sierra enough. We used Wild Iris for Senior Pictures. Our whole experience was about so much more than just pictures. My daughter has never been a fan of having her picture taken. Sierra really took the time to get to know her and what she wanted before the photo session. Sierra arranged for hair and makeup before the shoot which was so convenient and turned out amazing. She has an excellent eye for perfect photo spots and made sure my daughter was comfortable and enjoying the shoot the entire time. When we received the final photos I was speechless. They are so beautiful. They really reflect my daughter’s personality. Everything went above and beyond my expectations and I look forward to using Wild Iris Photography again in the future.
- Sonja P.
CLIENT LOVE
It has been an honor to work with Sierra. She works magic with her camera lens. I'm super excited to start sharing her creations from our branding photoshoot together last week. She made me feel at ease right away. And her images reflect me as an artist; fun, messy, colorful. I highly recommend her work!
- Christine K.
CLIENT LOVE
Sierra photographed our styled elopement and the whole day was just amazing! She is so easy to work with & gives the perfect amount of instructions and freedom to have as much fun as you want to with it. Her pictures turned out better than i could have imagined & really captures the love and joy from that day. We will cherish her work forever. EVERYONE should have Sierra photograph the big & little moments in their lives
- Paige & Xavier W.
CLIENT LOVE
Sierra took such amazing and wonderful photos! She was a joy to work with and really captured our family's personality. I would absolutely have her take our photos again!!! Well worth it! If you are still on the fence, stop thinking and book a time slot before someone else does.
- Michael and Teresa C.
CLIENT LOVE
FOREVER INSPIRED BY
SPARKLES ON THE WATER
ROLLING FOG
THAT FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU SPIN IN CIRCLES
THE WIND CATCHING YOUR HAIR
THE MOON
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Getting married somewhere other than Alaska? Count me in! I offer stateside and international wedding and elopement packages for couples ready to see the world!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Traditionally, eloping referred to running away and getting married in secret. However, times have changed. Today, an elopement is considered a non-traditional, intentional, and intimate way of getting married. This could mean just the two of you and a witness, or it could mean you two and a small group of your loved ones.
Eloping is perfect for couples that value epic experiences over big parties. They're also great for couples would rather their wedding budget go toward travel and adventure rather than catering, decor, and venues.
This is one of the best parts about eloping, you can do whatever you want! You can elope close to home, or across the world. Is there a favorite place that is meaningful to you two? Is there a destination you've always dreamed of going to? Start with those questions and make a list of ideas, no matter how impossible they may seem.
Absolutely! While I'm not a wedding planner, I use my knowledge to help every step of the way. Once you're booked, you'll receive questionnaires, checklists, helpful guides, vendor lists, and a custom timeline. I also assist with lodging and activity recommendations, though I do not book them for you. I'm also always available by email to help in any way that I can.
