From the first conversation to your final gallery, my goal is to help you feel prepared, comfortable, and fully present on your wedding day.

You don’t have to wonder where to stand, what happens next, or how we’ll capture everything that matters. I’ll help with photography timeline guidance, location ideas, and creating space for meaningful moments — so you can simply enjoy them.

Real Moments as They Happen

The quiet nerves before walking down the aisle, your family wiping away tears, the laughter during speeches, and the moments you didn’t even know happened — those are the memories that tell your story.

Gentle Direction When It Matters

I believe portraits should feel natural, not forced.

During portraits, I’ll guide you through movement and connection so you never feel awkward or overly posed. My goal is to create romantic, polished images while still feeling like yourselves.

Alaska’s Beauty, Thoughtfully Captured

From mountain views and wildflower fields to intimate backyard celebrations, Alaska creates an unforgettable backdrop — but your connection will always be the focus.

For Couples Who Value the Moments and the Memories

You might be a Windswept couple if you...

• Want beautiful portraits but don’t want your whole day staged

• Love romantic, timeless images over trends

• Care about candid moments with family and friends

• Want guidance without feeling overly posed

• Believe your wedding photographs become part of your family story

Meet Christal

With nearly two decades behind the camera, I’ve learned that beautiful wedding photographs come from more than perfect scenery — they come from helping people feel comfortable enough to be themselves.

I bring a calm approach, attention to detail, and experience photographing people in all kinds of situations so you can trust that your memories are being cared for.

Your Wedding Story, Preserved

Your photographs are the beginning of your family history.

Long after the flowers have faded and the day has passed, these images become the memories you return to — the moments you share with your children, your family, and generations after you.

Wedding Photography Throughout Alaska

Based in Palmer, Alaska, Windswept Studio photographs weddings, elopements, and engagements throughout Wasilla, Anchorage, Hatcher Pass, Girdwood, Homer, the Kenai Peninsula, and beyond.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if we feel awkward in front of the camera?

Almost everyone does. I’ll help guide you when needed so you feel relaxed and natural.

Do you photograph elopements?

Yes. I photograph intimate weddings and elopements throughout Alaska.

Do you help with wedding timelines?

Yes. I have some general guidelines to help you create your timeline that allows room for important moments without making your day feel rushed.

Let’s Tell Your Story Beautifully

Your wedding only happens once. Let’s create photographs that help you remember exactly how it felt.