Wedding Photographer & Beyond

Serving Colorado & Worldwide

Colorado Wedding & Portrait Photographer

Hi loves, I’m Makaila.

I’m a wedding photographer here to document the day of your dreams, to freeze it in time for you to relive over and over again.

Whether it’s an intimate elopement by an alpine lake or an epic family affair, I’ve got you covered. That means capturing every little glance in-between moments, the magic in the details - big and small - and then wrapping it all up into a stunning portrait gallery you’ll pass down for generations.

Boulder, Colorado & anywhere beyond.

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FOR THE

non- traditional ~ the adventurous ~ the big feelings ~ the dreamers ~ softies ~ laugh til you cry ~ silly faces ~ wild parties ~ deep breaths ~

non- traditional ~ the adventurous ~ the big feelings ~ the dreamers ~ softies ~ laugh til you cry ~ silly faces ~ wild parties ~ deep breaths ~

More than a photographer,

MKR Photos is a relationship.

When I connect with clients, I’m building lasting relationships that carry on long after your wedding day. I call myself an “everything photographer” because I don’t stop at weddings. Nothing makes me happier than capturing all the moments that follow as your life unfolds and evolves.

“She captured everything we wanted and, even better, shots we didn't know we needed. We are over the moon with our gallery and have loved sharing the photos with our family and friends. We chose Makaila as our wedding and engagement photographer, but this is a relationship we will definitely be continuing.”

-Luke L.

If you’re looking for a photographer to be a true part of your team, you’ve come to the right place. Consider me your honorary bridesmaid — here to cheer you on, pull the pine needles out of your train… I can’t even tell you how many boutonnieres I’ve helped put on. I’m wholly invested in you having the time of your life, and capturing it for you to relive time and time again. I can’t wait to start dreaming with you!

Featured Galleries

Elegant Boho Colorado Beachfront Wedding

Hand-Crafted Steamboat Springs Wedding

Music Festival-Inspired Disco Wedding

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Rustic Washington Vineyard Wedding

“Her ideas were refreshing, which set our photos apart from the cookie cutter shoots I've seen in the past. I'm especially happy with how skilled she is capturing the scenery around us while still keeping us as the focal point of the photos”

~ Ryley H.

Portfolio

Bride and groom at Faroe Islands

WEDDINGS & ELOPEMENTS

ENGAGEMENTS & COUPLES

MATERNITY & FAMILIES

Product photo of feather on tray

PRODUCT & CORPORATE

why pick one when you can have it all

DOCUMENTARY STYLE

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EDITORIAL

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FILM INSPIRED

If you’ve been searching for a wedding photographer, you’ve probably heard of these two styles: “dark and moody” or “bright and airy.”

I don’t believe in limiting my work to those terms.

My style is consistent, yet adapts to each unique moment. My creative process is guided by capturing images that evoke the way things feel. So you can remember not just what it looked like, but be viscerally transported back to that very moment.

Now Offering Super 8 Wedding Videography

On the fence about hiring a videographer? 8mm film is the perfect happy medium. It’s a natural complement to wedding photos, adding yet another way to look back on the story of the day. A montage of short clips throughout your wedding day, bursting with instant nostalgia.

Looking for Corporate Photos?

   I do that too!   

If you are a business in need of photography services, look no further. MKR Photos offers any coverage you may need. Including but not limited to:

Product Photography, Event & Fundraisers, Headshots, Conferences, Commercial & Real Estate, Interior Sessions & more.

Bride and groom rooftop in Denver

Kind Words…

Makaila is an absolute star photographer!  She was very communicative, very easy to work with, so much fun, and took amazing photos.  We were so nervous, but after meeting Makaila for the first time it felt like we had found the perfect photographer.  She asked all the right questions to help us understand how everything would go and really had a sincere connection. Her work is unparalleled and we are so lucky to have worked with her. Her photos were exactly as we had pictured - the use of detail, action shots, sensual shots, thoughtful shots, and editing were very much on point. I can't say enough how awesome she is as a human and her work will leave you breathless.

~Lindsay F.

Bride and groom at Brittany Hill in black and white

Makaila was our wedding photographer and also did an engagement shoot for us. I sent her inspiration for our engagement shoot and she got there early to find the perfect spots to make my vision come to life! I can't even describe how amazing she did for our wedding photos!! Every vision I had she captured and I felt comfortable going to her with all of my ideas for the wedding day. Everywhere I looked she was standing on a chair capturing every moment. She is really good at telling you how to pose and where to put your hands so you don't look awkward as well (I was worried about that)! I cannot recommend Makaila enough!

~Riley R.

Bride and groom at Realm Denver

Makaila helped shoot our engagement, elopement, and our wedding reception and all of the photos turned out incredible! She is very flexible with her schedule and had great location recommendations for our engagement photo shoot. She also was willing to drive all the way to Breckenridge to shoot our elopement and in addition to our photos, she helped make an incredible video of our special day. We hadn't had a lot of experience with professional photo shoots, but Makaila gave us very clear directions and made us feel comfortable with the poses she put us in, which resulted in photos that were better than we could have imagined. We absolutely recommend Makaila to anyone who is looking to get some amazing photos taken!

~Lawson