Denver · Rocky Mountains · Beyond
Colorado Elopement & Wedding Photography
For wild-hearted couples who want their day to feel like theirs, not a photoshoot. Candid storytelling, calm direction, and photos that hold up forever.
Genuine. Joyful. Timeless.
Your day, not a photoshoot.
Your wedding day is going to move faster than you expect. The last thing you need is a photographer making it feel like a photoshoot instead of one of the most important moments of your life. My whole approach is built around one idea: you should actually enjoy your day, and the photos should show that.
I've pursued photography for over 16 years and the craft has never gotten old. Clean composition, true-to-color editing, and a technical foundation that means your photos look incredible ten years from now, not just on Instagram this week.
On the day itself I keep things relaxed, fun, and completely low-pressure. Whether you're saying "I do" in front of fifty people or eloping on a ridge with just the two of you and a killer view, my job is to make sure you actually enjoy it. I'll handle everything else.
What I photograph
Built for Colorado couples
Colorado Elopement Photography
Just the two of you in a place that means something. Location scouting, marriage license guidance, and three transparent packages, 2, 4, or 6 hours of coverage.
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Colorado Wedding Photography
6–8 hour coverage tailored to your day, with transparent pricing, no quote forms, no surprises. Getting ready through last dance, efficient family formals, and a calm presence that keeps your timeline running smooth.
View wedding packagesHow it works
From inquiry to gallery
- 01
Reach out
Tell me your date, location ideas, and what you're hoping for. I respond within 24 hours.
- 02
Plan together
Location scouting, timeline, marriage license help, vendor recs, all included.
- 03
The day
Calm direction, candid coverage, dad jokes when you need them. I handle everything.
- 04
Sneak peeks + gallery
Sneak peeks in 48–72 hours. Full gallery in 4–6 weeks. Unlimited downloads.
From real couples
Kind words
"Riley is an angel. His work is impeccable and so personal. He is truly passionate about what he does and he exudes kindness. What I really love about Riley is that he gets to know who you are as a couple. He builds a relationship with you and it is truly bittersweet that after over a year of working together, the day finally came and went. From the moment we met him he was so personable and easy to talk to. We knew immediately following our engagement shoot that we wanted him to be our wedding day photographer. My husband and I both have a difficult time feeling comfortable when our picture is being taken and he made the experience so easy and fun. We have felt such a multitude of emotions looking at what he has captured and we can't thank him enough!!"
Hi, I'm Riley
A Denver native with a camera and a calm head.
I learned this craft the right way, fundamentals first. Proper framing, clean composition, and true-to-color editing that holds up long after trends move on. What couples tell me most after their day is that it felt like a day out with a friend who happened to have a camera.
More about RileyLet's make it happen
Ready to lock in your date?
Tell me about your day, your location ideas, and what you're hoping for. I respond to every inquiry within 24 hours.