River Wild Photography

River Wild Photography A wedding and lifestyle photographer located in Macon GA, but available for travel worldwide!

"River Wild Photography"

"A good photo stops a moment from running away." My name is Alissa McDowell, I am living a happy life as a photographer and with family and friends. I love to capture the special moments and memories for someone for them to cherish
and to always have something to look back on and smile. I tell everyone that i'm
not what makes the pictures beautiful it is the people. I

love taking pictures outdoors as you see most of my settings are outside. I love the natural lighting and thefreedom of doing pictures outdoors. I do studio work also so if you are looking for either I am your girl! My work also will be featured in the
Peach County Medical center hospital June 23. for all you Fort Valley AMP fans look for me there hopefully you won't be sick though when you are there! Also my work is featured in the "Best Photography of 2013" book check it out!

There’s something about black and white photographs that strips away the distractions and leaves only what mattered most...
09/05/2026

There’s something about black and white photographs that strips away the distractions and leaves only what mattered most.

The movement. The emotion. The way they looked at each other. The little in-between moments that might have otherwise gone unnoticed.

And then there’s color. The tones of the day, the flowers, the light, the little details chosen so intentionally. Color brings you back to exactly how it all looked and felt.

10 moments in black & white.
10 moments in color.

Two completely different ways of telling the same story, and I could never choose just one. 🖤

The Woodham wedding is live on the blog 🤏 just had to post since I’m reminiscing on rhe wedding couple portraits of my I...
09/04/2026

The Woodham wedding is live on the blog 🤏 just had to post since I’m reminiscing on rhe wedding couple portraits of my Italian dreams Wolf Mountain Vineyard Weddings for Conner & Olivia 🥹

Bridal gown- Bridals By Lori
Bridesmaids- The Dessy Group
Stationary- Custom Letterpress Printing
Venue - Wolf Mountain Vineyard Weddings
Florist - La Petite Fleur
Cake - Cakes and Crates by Brittany Grant
Assistant shooter - Valerie Detter

I had the absolute best time photographing Chandler and Mason’s gorgeous wedding day at The Tate House. Every detail was...
09/02/2026

I had the absolute best time photographing Chandler and Mason’s gorgeous wedding day at The Tate House. Every detail was beautifully intentional, romantic, and timeless, and the entire day was nothing short of stunning. From the florals and fashion to the sweetest moments throughout the day, this one was such a dream to document. 🤍

Chandler & Mason | The Tate House

Venue + Florals:
Photographer: Alissa Sibley
Wedding Gown: Bridals By Lori
Hair & Makeup: Atlanta Luxury Bridal Hair + Makeup
DJ: Andy De Rojas
Content Creator: Vest Day Ever | Wedding Content Creators
Cake: Confection Perfection | Atlanta Bakery
Second:

08/27/2026

Remembering that every wedding or event we photograph is a once-in-a-lifetime moment for our clients, even if it’s our hundredth time doing it. We should never let repetition numb us to the significance of these moments.

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Emeline + Nick hosted the most gorgeous start to their wedding weekend at Sandals Resorts in Saint Vincent & The Grenadi...
08/21/2026

Emeline + Nick hosted the most gorgeous start to their wedding weekend at Sandals Resorts in Saint Vincent & The Grenadines. 🌴🥂

Their welcome party brought everyone together for an evening filled with heartfelt speeches, games, plenty of laughter, and that unmistakable excitement that comes right before the wedding day.

The sweetest beginning to a weekend celebrating these two in paradise. 🤍

To narrow this down to a few to share was incredibly hard 📸 what a JOY it was to photograph these sweet love birds at Bi...
08/18/2026

To narrow this down to a few to share was incredibly hard
📸 what a JOY it was to photograph these sweet love birds at Biltmore I am trying to patiently wait for their wedding day in March. It cannot come soon enough 🥹

Instagrams: Catherine Domingo and Gregory Johnson
Hair: ATL Hairstylist & PMU Artist !!!🪽
Makeup: Atlanta Luxury Makeup Artist ❤️‍🔥
Dress: House Of CB
Suit: MANGO

Caitlin had been singing Ironic all morning, so naturally, it only felt fitting to include it in this post. 🤍The rain ca...
08/12/2026

Caitlin had been singing Ironic all morning, so naturally, it only felt fitting to include it in this post. 🤍

The rain came, the wind blew, and somehow, it all became part of the beauty of the day. And then, as the evening came to a close, God painted the sky with the most beautiful rainbow.

A reminder of His covenant on the very same day Caitlin and Drake made a covenant of their own before the Lord, surrounded by the people they love most. I can’t think of a more meaningful way for their wedding day to end.

And truly, not a smile was spared. These photographs hold so much genuine joy, laughter, and love. The kind you can’t pose or manufacture, only witness.

Rain, wind, rainbows and all, it was nothing short of perfect. 🤍🌈

VENDORS:

Planning: LaurenAllen&Co.
Venue: The King and Prince Resort
Florals: Wünderbar Floral Design
Wedding Dress: Wedding Angels Bridal Boutique | Atlanta, GA & Portland, ME
Cake: Ruby Lu’s
Stationery: KT Creative Designs Co.
Photographer: Alissa Sibley
Videography: Sam Ghioto Studio
DJ: Wedding + Event DJ Services
Rentals: Beachview Rentals | Newport Beach Vacation Rentals
Linens: BBJ La Tavola

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Macon, GA

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