get to know your Elopement photographer

I’m not just your elopement photographer... I’m your adventure co-pilot, biggest hype woman, your guide, and new tequila shootin' friend And the friend who’s down for whatever crazy, badass idea you have for your day. 

I’ve built my life on saying hell yes to what sets my soul on fire, and I’m here to help you do the same. Whether you wanna get matching tattoos, run into the ocean at sunset, or maybe the beach just isn't your vibe. I'm here for you. 

Y0ur down for whatever elopement photographer .

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i'm kathryn
"My life is shaped by the urgent need to wander and observe and my camera is my passport." -Steve McCurry

1. My home city is Chicago but I have lived in Texas, Colorado before Florida. 

2. Our son was probably made to a Morgan Wallen album.

3. I'm a little bit hippy and a little rock n roll.  Music is therapy and my playlists are all over the place. Live music = soul food. 

4. I will never ever  say no to pizza or a margarita. Elopement idea? I think yes!

5. I'm an open book + a chatty Kathy, literally. I've never met a stranger in my life. 


some fun thangs 

Since childhood, the best memories were the ones spent exploring, family adventures where dads camcorder was always rolling, mom was snappin away photos. Capturing the joy, the journey, and the little in between moments that mattered most. Those photographs weren’t just souvenirs... they were time machines. They held the magic of a fleeting moment, proof that we lived.

That’s the energy an elopement should have... intentional, easy, fun, and romantic.

No vision yet? I’ll help you piece together a day that feels like you—whether it’s exchanging vows on a secluded Florida beach at sunset, hopping on a boat to a private island, or running through the city streets with your love like it’s the last night on earth.


 

Yup that's me little fam fam. Growing up, I wasn’t confident I’d ever find love. I was awkward, shy, the tallest girl in class, acne.. it was rough.  Like so many, I kissed my share of frogs ughhh, chasing the wrong dudes. I know I can't be the only girl who had a thing for bad boys?!

Then one year I went on a cruise with my best friend that changed my whole life, where a few beers and a little courage led me to my now hubby. We just clicked and it wasn't just the tequilla buuuut we were young and from different states. 11 years later, Snapchat brought us back together and we did long distance for a bit and I took a leap of faith and moved to his home state of Colorado and the rest is history.  He’s my best friend, my once in a lifetime love, and the best human I know, and our love and God brought us our incredible son and sweet doggo Jadie.


Becoming a mama has taught me the beauty of being in the moment. I’ve wished so many times that someone else was there to capture the little moments for me while I lived them, which is why I’m passionate about doing that for my couples. I want you to put down your phones, forget about the world, and just be together. I’ll handle the details, the planning, and the photos so you can fully immerse yourself in the experience.




Knowing the wild journey it takes to find a healthy, soulful love makes me deeply passionate about celebrating yours.

Simple as that. It's not just pretty photographs you're spending your hard earned mula on, it's also an experience and finding someone who gets it. Someone who makes you feel seen and heard and someone who makes you feel comfortable to be yourself.

Choosing an intimate, adventurous wedding isn’t always the easiest path, but it’s the most meaningful. And it’s one I know inside and out because I’ve been in your shoes. When I was living in Colorado, I planned my own intimate destination wedding in Florida in just one month. Why? Because I love planning, obsessing over the details, and creating experiences. 


because i give a shit. 

Why ME…

ok, who doesn't enjoy a good love story?!

DID YOU FEEL THAT... DID WE JUST BECOME FRANDS?!

ELOPEMENTS

ADVENTURE SESSION

Kathryn Johnson is a Florida elopement photographer based in Tampa. Her style is intimate, fun, and focused on genuine connections, making each moment feel authentically you.