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Feb
20
2026

A Winter Wonderland Proposal in Glacier National Park

Forrest and Colby An unforgettable proposal at Lake McDonald in Glacier National Park Planning a winter proposal in Glacier National Park? A snow-covered Lake McDonald in Apgar Village creates one of the most breathtaking and ...

Couple at Big Bend in Glacier National Park man on knee proposing

Feb
15
2026

Best Places to Propose in Glacier National Park & Whitefish, Montana

Over the years, I’ve photographed many surprise proposals in Glacier National Park, Whitefish, and throughout the Flathead Valley. One thing I know for sure: there isn’t one perfect place to propose — there’s a place that ...

Proposal at Clydesdale Outpost in Montana with Clydesdale horses

Feb
10
2026

Proposal at the Clydesdale Outpost Montana Proposal Photographer

Ever wonder what a proposal at the Clydesdale Outpost actually looks like? Wonder no more — let me walk you through a recent, unforgettable surprise proposal I was lucky enough to be a part of.Typically, proposals here happen near the barn, ...

Family photography session at a lake in Glacier National Park”

Jan
23
2026

Glacier National Park Family Photographer Family & Couples Sessions

Glacier National Park Family Photographer: What to Expect for Families & Couples in Every SeasonA relaxed, guided photography experience for families and couples in Glacier National Park—shaped by light, season, and ...

Whitefish Montana proposal on the lake with Luke and Mandy

Dec
11
2025

⭐ Best Places to Propose in Whitefish, Montana (A Real Proposal Story)

Whitefish is one of those places where proposals just work—not because it’s automatically simple, but because with the right planning and guidance, everything feels natural and completely believable to the person being surprised. ...

Jun
10
2025

Cowboy Boudoir Photography in Glacier National Park

(Texas Meets Montana Style)Ever pictured yourself rocking cowboy boots under big Montana skies — feeling strong, free, and photographed like never before? That’s exactly what happened when Alicia Blue, a Houston-based aerialist and ...

Karl and Jennifer catch snowflakes on their tongue in a forest in Glacier National Park.

Dec
22
2024

Winter Magic: Celebrating a 20-Year Vow Renewal in Glacier National Park

20 Years of Love: A Snowy Vow Renewal in Glacier National Park Last December 23, Jennifer and Karl Yurko celebrated 20 years of marriage with a vow renewal in Glacier National Park. These two have been through it all, and what better way to ...

Blane and Maribeth running gaze into each others eyes on the docks at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake

Dec
15
2024

Whitefish Montana Engagement Photographer Lodge at Whitefish Lake

Engagement Photos at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake in Whitefish, Montana As a Whitefish Montana engagement photographer, sessions like this remind me why I love what I do. When Blane and Maribeth planned their engagement session in ...

Chelsea and Kent walking hand-in-hand along the iconic Going-to-the-Sun Road, Glacier National Park, with the majestic mountains in the background

Dec
7
2024

Why Eloping in Glacier National Park Is the Ultimate Montana Wedding Adventure

Eloping in Glacier National Park: A Magical Experience 🌲💍✨ Kent and Chelsea's elopement in Glacier National Park was pure magic! With Montana’s bluest skies and Glacier’s crystal-clear waters, their wedding day was the ...

Feb
5
2024

Love and Adventure: Megan and Missy's Glacier National Park Day After Session

Adventure Awaits: Megan and Missy's Day After Session in Glacier National Park After their wedding at Whitefish Mountain Resort, Megan and Missy continued their celebration with a day after session in Glacier National Park. As part of our ...

Jan
29
2024

Megan and Missy's Unforgettable Destination Wedding at Whitefish Mountain Resort

What a remarkable start to July it was! As the photographer for Megan and Missy's wedding at the summit of Whitefish Mountain Resort, I had the immense pleasure of witnessing and capturing every moment of their special day! Before the ...

Jan
8
2024

Kasen's Whitefish Senior Portrait: Adventure, Aspen, & Lake Magic!

Capturing the Essence: Kasen Christensen's Unforgettable Senior Portrait Session in Whitefish, Montana – Adventure, Aspen Views, and Whitefish Lake Magic! Book Your Unique Session Today! Hey there, future seniors! Polly here, and I'm beyond ...

Jan
3
2024

Glacier Adventure: Belton Bridge to Lake McDonald Magic

Capturing Memories: A West Glacier Adventure with Mountain Life PhotographyDiscover the Best Glacier National Park Portrait PackageAre you searching for a photographer in Glacier National Park to capture your family's adventure against breathtaking ...

Dec
14
2023

Mountain Magic: Payton and Sam's wedding celebration at the Great Northern Resort

Sam & PaytonSeptember 23, 2023Photography: Mountain Life PhotographyVenue: Great Northern ResortDJ: Yo DJCaterer: Moose's SaloonFlowers: Rose Mountain FloralDessert: Fluer Bake Shop Love stories have a unique ...

Nov
13
2023

Top places to take photos on Flathead Lake

Jane and NathanSeptember 13, 2023Photography: Mountain Life PhotographyOfficiant: Bespoke Ceremonies Many people come to the Flathead Valley specifically to elope in Glacier National Park, however there are countless other ...

Nov
7
2023

Where do I take the best photos in Glacier National Park?

Are you considering an elopement in the breathtaking landscape of Glacier National Park? Do the details, planning, permits, vendors, and choices seem overwhelming? Many couples from distant places who've never set foot in Montana share this concern, ...

Oct
30
2023

Jordan and Baily, a magical winter elopement on top of Whitefish Mountain Resort

Jordan and BailyFebruary 27, 2023Photography: Mountain Life PhotographyVenue: Whitefish Mountain ResortOfficiant : Sarah Harding CelebrantFlowers: Mums Flowers Eloping on top of a mountain in Whitefish, Montana takes a ...

Oct
23
2023

Our Mountain Life

A Privy in Patagonia Chile 2004That's where it all started... A privy, long drop, out-house, john, washroom (to our northern friends). We were standing outside one in Torres Del Paine National Parques, taking turns using the rustic ...

Oct
16
2023

Chris and Michelle a Glacier National Park Wedding Adventure

Michelle and Chris August 9, 2023Photography: Mountain Life PhotogarphyVenue: Glacier weddings at Paddle Ridge Flowers: Forage and FloralCake: Montana WildflourCatering: The Kopper Kitchen Chris and Michelle said ...