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Donna Rouse Photography Alaska - Montana and beyond. Capturing wedding, elopement, couple, maternity and portrait. Based in Great Falls, Montana

It’s not everyday you get to have a reindeer as your ring bearer. How neat is that.Mallory and Riley knew exactly what t...
10/20/2026

It’s not everyday you get to have a reindeer as your ring bearer. How neat is that.

Mallory and Riley knew exactly what they wanted to do and decided to elope somewhere with no crowds, just nature. I really admired them for sharing their vision with me and explaining how important it was for them to have me simply capture it as it was.

I guided them just a little bit, but mostly Mallory and Riley were just living their dream. Along with the colorful birch trees, leaves that had fallen to the ground, and a couple friendly reindeer. What more can you ask for.

It was truly magical and my heart was so full for the two of them.

Thank you, Mallory and Riley, for trusting me with your whole heart and inviting me to be part of one of the most important days of your lives. It truly meant so much to me. Congratulations to you both.

Venue: Running Reindeer Ranch
Officiant: Jane, owner of Running Reindeer




I had an absolute blast driving through the mountains with Lindsay, her sister Sarah, and their beloved Copper. We had b...
10/01/2026

I had an absolute blast driving through the mountains with Lindsay, her sister Sarah, and their beloved Copper. We had been planning this adventure for a while, and I was so excited to spend the day with the two sisters and their sweet pup.

We drove through harsh rains and got closer to the mountains. It had been raining all week, I mean it felt like months just pouring and I remember praying, maybe, just maybe, there would be a little glimpse of sunshine for us. And my prayers were answered. The sun did show up us. As we made our way toward our destination, I was excited to capture their bond and, of course, all the love they have for Copper. Because Copper was the main show. He was the star.

He was so full of freedom, roaming around, taking in every bit of the adventure, and stopping to soak up all the love from his aunt and his mama. Watching the three of them together was something I will genuinely never forget.

And honestly, I could barely catch my breath trying to keep up with Copper, but I wouldn’t have traded it for anything.

We were all completely present, breathing in the fresh air, taking in the colors, laughing, loving on Copper, and simply living our best lives in that moment. There was nowhere else we needed to be.

It was one of those days that reminded me why I love what I do. Not just because I get to take photographs, but because I get to experience these little adventures with people, become part of their stories, and preserve the moments that mean something.

It was a glorious. A grand day. And one I am truly grateful I got to be part of.

Also just want to simply say, I have no idea if next year will be our last, but these past three years have been truly remarkable. Being part of so many beautiful people’s lives, wandering through this wonderful world together, and sharing in each other’s stories means a lot to me and I feel so much gratitude for it. Let’s continue to make the most of it. Let’s keep wandering, making memories, and finding beauty in all our surroundings.

And I’ll keep preserving them with care and heart.

Congratulations to this loving couple on their engagement. Thank you for choosing me to document such a special moment a...
09/17/2026

Congratulations to this loving couple on their engagement. Thank you for choosing me to document such a special moment and for welcoming me into your celebration. It was truly special to be there to witness the two of you begin this next chapter together.

A beautiful season for you both. Filled with growth, joy, and thriving side by side.

For the moments that become part of who we are.
09/07/2026

For the moments that become part of who we are.

Well sheesh, my golly, I’ll tell you what… it was the BEST day for Laura and Landon. And honestly, it might just have be...
09/01/2026

Well sheesh, my golly, I’ll tell you what… it was the BEST day for Laura and Landon. And honestly, it might just have been twice as good as the best day of their lives. 😄

Their wedding day in Healy, Alaska was such a memorable one to be part of. They shared private vows in the mountains and then spent the rest of the day celebrating with their family and friends during the summer solstice. People traveled from near and far to be there, and I just loved seeing everyone come together for them. The rainstorm rolled through, and no one cared. You could see how much love surrounded these two just by watching the people around them. 🥹

There were a lot of times I honestly forgot I was even holding my camera gear. I was just very tuned in with everyone and taking in what was happening right in front of me. Their favorite people, the conversations, the laughter, everything.

I left feeling loved and grateful that I got to spend two days with the bride and groom. Being trusted meant a lot to me. Their home and the place they chose meant so much to them, and getting to be there and experience it all was truly meaningful.

Thank you Laura and Landon for inviting me to be part of your breathtaking adventure, showing me one of your favorite spots and sharing a slice of your pizza with me at the mountains. Thank you for keeping it real and honest and letting me capture your day the way it truly was.

Florist: Cedars Floral Wholesale
Cater: Jam Jam's Spot
Coordinator: Emily Tuttle
Photographer: Donna Rouse | Alaska + Montana Wedding Photogragher

I’ve been sitting with these photos and thinking about how lucky I am to meet the people I do through this job. Madison ...
08/17/2026

I’ve been sitting with these photos and thinking about how lucky I am to meet the people I do through this job.

Madison and Travis got married at Wedgewood Resort in Fairbanks, Alaska, surrounded by the people who love them sincerely.

I reminded myself that there are still genuinely good people in this world. We all carry things other people don’t see, and I think kindness goes a lot further than we realize.

They trusted me to be there for a day that meant so much to them, and I feel very honored to have been welcomed into those moments. I’ll always be grateful for that.

I got to witness the laughter, the emotions, the little moments in between, and honestly, that’s the part of wedding photography I love the most.

I don’t want my couples to worry about their photos during their wedding day. I want them to be there. To enjoy their people. To let things happen.

And not every beautiful moment needs to be shared. Some photos are just for the people who were there, and I’m really grateful to be trusted with those memories too.

Madison and Travis, thank you for trusting me with a little piece of your life.

📍 Wedgewood Resort | Fairbanks, Alaska

Wedding Planner: Zoe Hill
Wedding Dress: Anderson's Bride

It’s never been about chasing perfection. It’s about honoring what was real.I’m grateful to my clients for allowing me t...
07/12/2026

It’s never been about chasing perfection. It’s about honoring what was real.

I’m grateful to my clients for allowing me to be part of something meaningful.

These two met in Denali in 2013 while working in the park. They stayed friends for a while until 2016 when Landon spotte...
07/09/2026

These two met in Denali in 2013 while working in the park. They stayed friends for a while until 2016 when Landon spotted Laura on the side of the road and made a sixteen point turn just to say hi. After that they both kind of walked away knowing something had shifted.

And there was.

Over the next nine years they just kept choosing each other through work, life, and all the in between moments.

After spending time with them it made sense.

From our first phone call leading into their private vows in Denali National Park everything felt really easy. We walked the trail, shared pizza, talked about life, and just moved through the evening as it came.

They’re just easy together. The way they talk, the way they move side by side through everything, it all feels really natural.

As we climbed higher to where they would say their vows the clouds started to lift. When Denali finally came out it honestly stopped all of us for a second.

It was just them and a quiet Alaska evening unfolding the way it should.

And I don’t take getting to be part of something like that lightly.




Kind words from my wonderful clients.💖
06/19/2026

Kind words from my wonderful clients.💖

Bloom among the wildflowers.
06/19/2026

Bloom among the wildflowers.

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