Grand Teton Wedding Photographer 

Grand Teton National Park holds a particular magic. From ceremonies framed by craggy peaks to receptions where mountain breezes carry laughter across sagebrush valleys, this landscape creates space for love to unfold authentically. Connecting you to the wilderness, to each other, and to moments that transcend the ordinary.

I’m Danielle, a Grand Teton wedding photographer who lives in the park at Colter Bay from May to October.

I’ve found myself drawn to this valley year after year. As a wedding photographer who thrives in untamed landscapes and seeks genuine emotion, I’ve discovered that Grand Teton National Park isn't just a backdrop. It’s a creative sanctuary, a place to witness love stories that are both deeply personal and beautifully honest.

Between work and life in Grand Teton, I’ve witnessed these mountains and valleys at every time of day. I know the way our weather builds and breaks and how to anticipate the unexpected. Whether your day involves a gathering of loved ones atop Rendezvous Peak or just the two of you beneath the rising sun, I’m here to guide you with the ease and skill that only a true local can.

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Photojournalist for

laidback romantics

If you’ve landed here, chances are you have a special connection to this incredible park in Wyoming and are looking for a Grand Teton wedding photographer.

I am a photojournalistic wedding photographer who primarily shoots outdoors - this means that I aim to capture honest moments of unplanned connection.

Grand Teton wedding at the Hereford ranch

As a long time resident and Grand Teton wedding photographer, I’ve captured tons of love stories in front of these iconic peaks. From enormous weddings at Rendezvous Lodge to elopements so intimate we need to find another visitor to sign your witness papers, each style of wedding deserves thoughtful coverage that reflects your relationship and your day.

I love capturing “tiny people in big landscapes,” representing you two beautifully against the incredible view. But I also love, love, love the weird, funny, unplanned, candid moments that really give a feel for you two and your day and tell the complete story.

I’m here to document your day in a mostly un-staged way - this means making an itinerary with you but also going with the flow; letting you and have family have moments together and photographing from the outside; overall, just capturing you being you.

I do provide posing prompts occasionally to capture the more dramatic shots that most couples still want, but I never force a pose that doesn’t feel natural. I want you to look at these photos and recognize yourselves and the details that matter most to you.

After our time together, my editing is film-inspired but mostly true-color tones. I generally avoid trends and want you to love your photos in ten years, long after trendy styles have come and gone.

Some of my favorite grand teton weddings

Grand Teton Wedding Experience

I’ve photographed plenty of Grand Teton weddings and spend all of my free time outside, so I know every hidden vista and secret spot - from the most under-hyped viewpoints to the most beautiful aspen groves. Grand Teton’s lighting conditions and weather are often unpredictable, and only a local wedding photographer and resident will understand our unique conditions.

Unbeatable Local Knowledge

There is just no comparison to a photographer who actually lives in Grand Teton National Park. I don’t just see the wedding venues on the day-of or on Google Earth - I’m walking down to the Colter Bay Swim Beach every evening and going running around String Lake. I pass four of the most popular wedding sites on my hour-long drive to the grocery store.

Every time I’m rafting, hiking, running, mountain biking, or climbing (so pretty much every day), I’m taking notes on the lighting, crowds, and secret little spots that travel photographers (or even Jackson Hole wedding photographers who live in town) just aren’t going to know.

All my booked couples receive a detailed wedding or elopement client guide, and as much personal assistance as you need with planning so you can have your dream day.

Natural, Photojournalistic Style

My unobtrusive "documentary-style” approach captures authentic moments as they naturally unfold. I document genuine interactions that showcase your true connection against the backdrop of the Tetons. While I’ll provide guidance when needed, I believe your wedding day should be about experiencing each precious moment, not performing for the camera.

I prioritize real emotions and candid moments that tell your unique story. Whether you're sharing a quiet laugh during your first look or dancing under the stars, my patient, observant style ensures you’ll have images of those fleeting moments you'll want to remember forever.

Grand Teton Wedding Collections

Most Jackson Hole weddings begin at $6,000 for six hours. Full weddings begin at $6,300. Weddings can be split into sunrise and sunset sessions to maximize the most beautiful times of day in our little mountain valley.

winter wedding in Grand Teton national park
sunrise wedding at taggart lake in Grand Teton national park

What’s the Next Step?

If you’re looking for a Grand Teton photographer for your wedding or elopement here in Wyoming, I would love to chat with you and find out more about your dream day. I can’t wait to learn more about you and what draws you to this special place. 

I’ll be there with you through the location planning, permit applications, timeline creation, and everything else along the way.

If you’re looking for a Grand Teton National Park wedding photographer for your wedding or elopement who sees the big picture - your story and how it fits into the landscape - then I know we’ll be a great fit.

Fill out the form below to get started.

vilaplanaphoto@gmail.com