colorado based. digital & film.
wedding & couples photographer
Hi, Im
Ella rae
Hi!!! I am Ella :) I grew up in a small town in MN and started my college career playing volleyball for the University of Nebraska at Kearney. After my first year, I transferred to the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire where I graduated with a Marketing degree in May 2025. I am booked through this summer for weddings and seniors in Minnesota (can't wait!!) and then I will be moving to northern Colorado in the fall!! This is truly a dream come true. I have always loved the outdoors, so living near the mountains will be the best thing everrrrr. I am so excited to start meeting new people, couples, and other photographers in a new area.
When not taking photos or editing, I am probably listening to music, spending time in a coffee shop, or going for a walk. My greatest joy, hope, and peace comes from my relationship with Jesus. I pray that His spirit may guide me in all that I do and that his love overflows out of my life! I am in awe of His unconditional love and gospel - Jesus died and rose for YOU so that we might have a relationship with him! (Romans 5:8) (1 John 4:9-10).
However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God's grace.
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Acts 20:24
colorado wedding photography & more
From a young age, I always had a desire to create. Whether through painting, drawing, or sculpting, I loved to use my creativity to make things come to life. As I got older, I learned more about professional photography through my mom - she is a professional photographer - and I quickly fell in love. It was a skill that I could learn and get better at. The summer before my senior year of high school, I offered to take photos of people for free and senior photo sessions for cheap. I loved being able to help and serve people in a way that captured & persevered their season of life. From that summer on, I have grown in my love for the art, skill, and business that comes with photography. I do my best to capture moments in a raw & real way, while also adding an editorial aspect to my work.
Although I LOVE the art of photography, my passion goes much further than that. I am here for the people! For YOU! I genuinely want to hear YOUR story & get to know you on a deeper level. My mission is to use my gift from the Lord to glorify God, serve Him & serve you!
I hope you leave feeling encouraged and confident by friendship, your uniqueness, and the unconditional love of the Lord!
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Elevated, yet effortless.
Editorial meets documentary.
Editorial meets documentary. Elevated, yet effortless.
Core values: Faith / Family / Relationships / Kindness / Authenticity
A few things that I love:
Jesus, long walks, Quinn XCII, coffee dates (brown sugar lattes), sunsets, being on the lake, Converse, the morning, Facetime, making Pinterest boards, music, hiking, and absolutely anything outdoors.
