Kelsey Kaplan

Colorado Wedding and Elopement
Photographer & Videographer

Colorado wedding photographer Specializing in weddings, elopements, and boudoir

Capturing timeless, romantic and fun wedding photos!

I believe that choosing a wedding photographer is about way more than just hiring someone with a camera. Your wedding photographer should be someone who you enjoy hanging out with, can make you laugh, excites you, and someone who eases the wedding day jitters. My style is very natural and candid, and there are never any “what do I do with my hands” moments. I have no problem telling you to tweak your arm or move your hair without being over the top. 

 

My goal is to have fun and make you look your best while capturing real emotion. Seriously, you’ll have so much fun that you’ll forget I’m even taking photos! I think the best moments in life are the ones that can’t be replicated and my goal is to capture those moments.

 

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There are no tacky prom photos here! If boring and awkward photos don’t excite you, then you’re in the right place! I keep things as natural and true to color as possible! Each wedding and elopement is so different from another which is why your photos shouldn’t blend in with every other album! Every one of my photos is individually chosen and edited myself so there is no batch editing here! Candid photos are my jam so you can always expect vey natural feeling photos and a lot of laughs along the way!

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Photo & Video Services

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Wedding Photography & Videography

My wedding photography and videography packages range from 6-10 hours, and everything is fully customizable to fit your specific wedding photo and video needs. Everything is hand-edited by me (I’m all about the details!), and I never put a limit on how many photos you receive. I focus on keeping things natural and timeless, all while making sure you have the absolute best wedding experience!

Colorado Elopements

I’m not just your elopement photographer—I’m here to help with everything! From choosing the best spot, and planning your entire day, to showing you how to get your marriage license, I’ve got your back. Whether you’re planning an adventurous backpacking elopement or looking for a chill day exploring a beautiful location, I’m all in for your Colorado elopement adventures!

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Engagement Photos

Engagement sessions

Here’s a fun fact—engagement photos are included with all my wedding and elopement packages! It’s the perfect way to celebrate and get comfortable in front of the camera before the big day. Plus, you’ll have an amazing time adventuring with your favorite person in some stunning mountain locations—and yes, your pets are absolutely welcome to join!

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Hi, I'm Kelsey!

I’m a Colorado wedding photographer and videographer who loves the outdoors, people… and people who love the outdoors! Some of my favorite things in the world are traveling, road-tripping, desserts, horror movies, music festivals, art, yoga, camping and yes, my two cats, Ouija and Voodoo. I’ve been in art classes since I was old enough to hold a pencil and even have a degree in Videography and Graphic Design! Let’s meet for coffee and I’ll tell you why you’ll want me to photograph your wedding or elopement!

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TESTIMONIALS

I cannot recommend Kelsey enough! 10/10! She did both our engagement photos and wedding photos and we could not have been happier. I did so much research into wedding photographers and Kelsey really stood out for her ability to capture authentic moments in such a beautiful way. She was communicative, flexible, and really went above and beyond to make sure our photos were perfect. It can be daunting to be in front of the camera but she made us feel so comfortable. We will cherish our photos forever!
t + j
I hired Kelsey for my engagement and wedding photos. I chose Kelsey as my photographer initially because I love her aesthetic. She excelled at taking very natural photos of couples in gorgeous backdrops. My big request was that I didn't want to compete with the natural surroundings, but rather harmonize and blend in so that everything looked like it fit together. Kelsey more than excelled at this. She was friendly and professional. She was creative and had a great eye for capturing the photo that I knew I wanted but didn't know how to describe or execute. She was able to make a couple like my husband and I who normally loathe posing for photos look like naturals and I daresay even photogenic. She was respectful during the ceremony, but still captured all the important moments. She did her research so we could be efficient and come up with the best shots, but not take away too much time from enjoying the reception. She was flexible and understanding and an overall joy to work with. She's a kind, thoughtful, and talented person, and I could not have asked for a better wedding photographer.
h & d
My husband and I eloped in a small mountain town in Colorado...Being something we planned quickly, we had to work with what we had if you know what I mean. Long story short, Kelsey is basically an angel from heaven. Literally, she found the dopest spot with the most beautiful scenery. Trees, mountains, and snow. Our friends think the pictures should be in a magazine LOL She captured so many special moments from the beginning, middle, & end of the elopement. It was cold but we suffered through it and I am forever thankful we did. We have the most perfect photos and memories because of Kelsey. I was surprised to see how many photos she provided in the final gallery. I honestly did not expect that many photos. So that was amazing. Kelsey is so sweet. During the session, my husband and I were literally having so much fun that my veil flew away & we did not even notice. Kelsey ran and grabbed it for me from the snow. So sweet. If you're anxious, don’t be. Kelsey is personable & made us laugh! We were able to be ourselves, laugh & kiss. I was impressed with how quickly we received our photos. I didn’t expect to receive so many so quickly and they were perfect. I have received so many compliments from friends and family about the pictures. The entire experience was perfect. Without Kelsey, our day wouldn’t have been as memorable as it was.
s & k
I’ve had Kelsey do pictures for me for years now! She’s always made me feel comfortable in front of the camera (which is not easy) and she’s incredible at posing in ways that look natural. I had her do my engagement photos and my elopement photos and she couldn’t have captured my husband and I better. She literally captured our day in a way that told the day beautifully and made it look like a fairy tale. I received a beautiful balance of posed and candid photos. I cannot flaunt her work enough!
m & c
My husband and I have worked with Kelsey a few times now, and she has been nothing but amazing from start to finish! We asked her to be our photographer for our destination wedding in Jamaica, best decision I could have made as a stressed out bride. She is very communicative, detail oriented, and extremely talented behind the camera! She is great at listening to what you do and don’t want, awesome editing skills (anything from someone making a silly face and fixing it, to certain people or objects needing to be cropped out) and not to mention she is just an amazing human. We will absolutely reach out to Kelsey for any & all photography needs.
j & b
Kelsey recently took absolutely BEAUTIFUL photos of my boyfriend and me and we couldn't be happier! Not only was she fun and so easy to shoot with, but she also knew different locations in the area and helped us find the perfect setting. She asked us questions about what we wanted from these pictures and how we wanted them to look, and she knew just what to do to get the best pictures! Kelsey was amazing to work with and we will definitely be back to have more pictures taken in the future!! Highly recommend for ANY occasion! -Rosie
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What set’s me apart from other wedding photographers?

I totally get it! Trying to decided on your wedding photographer is a big decision and can be stressful. Here’s a quick little rundown about what’s it’s like to work with me and my background in the wedding industry. What sets me apart from other wedding photographers is not that I’m chock-full of dad jokes and brimming with positivity (I also think I’m funny). But I’ve been doing this for a long time because I LOVE what I do. I’ve worked over 140 weddings and elopements combined. Photography and art have always been my passion and I LOVE weddings. I even helped out at a bridal dress shop when I was in middle school which sparked my love weddings and elopements! I love meeting new people, telling their stories, and capturing emotion. Capturing sneaky candid photos throughout the day is also a little trick I’ve mastered. I’ve lived all over Colorado and have been photographing weddings and elopements in Colorado specifically for 7 years now! I can some of the most beautiful private locations in the state!

 

I have over 10 years of professional photography experience shooting in low-light music venues, fast-paced moving sports, commercial products, and food photography. All of these skills contribute to successfully photographing and organizing a wedding day! I learned photoshop in 7th grade (Well, I made a pretty epic galaxy collage with a dinosaur if you were wondering) But on a more serious note, I am a photoshop wizard and I will always go the extra mile to remove light switches, obvious face blemishes, and any crazy fly-away hairs! You can relax knowing I will strive to make your photos look the best they can!

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Durango Colorado Wedding Photographer and Videographer

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