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Alton Richardson Studios is a wedding and elopement photographer based in Boulder, CO. I specialize in modern and traditional weddings and adventurous elopements.
Having worked for over a decade in the Outdoor Industry as a commercial and lifestyle photographer, chasing around some of the world's best rock climbers and skiers, I've developed an extensive portfolio of far-flung adventures that have been printed in numerous outdoor magazines and brand catalogs. With storytelling first & foremost, I strive to capture natural, intimate moments while delivering signature masterpiece work at the highest possible level.
I take a mostly documentary approach to my photography while adding an element of fine art. I capture the intimate and quiet moments that happen throughout the day. I prefer to prompt rather than pose, providing opportunities for couples to interact naturally and organically. With a heavy focus on natural light, I'm constantly playing with the sun and shadows, finding something unique and extraordinary in the ordinary.
My images are bold and epic yet intimate and artistic.
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Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
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Bridal Portraits
Day After Session
Engagement
Trash The Dress
Photo & Video
Digital Files
Online Proofing
Photo
Second Shooter Available
Wedding Albums
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic
Documentary
Lifestyle
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
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Alton Richardson
Photographer/Owner
Alton Richardson Studios specializes in capturing the essence of weddings and elopements in Boulder, CO. Our expertise spans both modern and traditional weddings, as well as adventurous elopements.
With over ten years of experience in the Outdoor Industry, our background includes commercial and lifestyle photography, featuring world-renowned rock climbers and skiers. Our work has been showcased in various outdoor magazines and brand catalogs. Our storytelling-driven approach focuses on capturing natural, intimate moments, producing high-quality, signature masterpieces.
We primarily use a documentary style, infused with fine art elements, to photograph the quiet, intimate moments throughout the day. Rather than relying on posed shots, we prefer to prompt interactions, allowing couples to connect naturally. Our photography heavily emphasizes natural light, playing with sun and shadows to uncover extraordinary beauty in everyday moments.
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Brian P
5.0
8/03/2024
Alton is a talented and professional photographer. His background in outdoor sports photography made him a perfect choice for our wedding in the woods!!
Vendor response08/11/2024
It was an absolute pleasure to be your photographer and I completely adored your wedding i...
n the woods!
Kelly C
5.0
7/24/2024
Alton was our photographer when my husband and I eloped in August 2019 in Boulder, CO. Alton met us out on a trail where we had planned to say our vows and sign our marriage certificate. It was perfectly private and Alton gave us all the space we wanted, taking beautifu...
l photos from a distance and later close up after we had our moments together. He had some really fun ideas for us and was also really flexible and open to changing things up.
A few extra memorable moments included a spontaneous pizza shop excursion when Alton took candid photos of us ordering and eating our slices - some of my favorites from the whole day! And later he took extremely thoughtful and beautiful sunset photos of us with our dog.
The day was stunningly beautiful, serene, and filled with joy. I'm so grateful that Alton was there to capture every moment for us.
Vendor response08/11/2024
Kelly, photographing your elopement was the highlight of my fall and now you have me think...
ing about that delicious pizza again!
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Jessica B
5.0
7/24/2024
Alton was such a huge help in helping us plan and coordinate our Colorado wedding! He went above and beyond to make sure we had everything sorted out and arranged well beforehand as we were coming from out-of-state. He was prompt and professional throughout the entire p...
rocess and we loved our final images!
Vendor response08/11/2024
Jessica, I really enjoyed photographing your wedding and helping work through all the craz...
y out of state logistics, with you and your husband!
Sharon B
5.0
7/20/2024
We loved having Alton as our photographer! His communication with us throughout the entire booking process was clear and easy to understand and he went above and beyond on our wedding day. He had a comfortable and laid back, yet professional demeanor for the entire day ...
and he made us laugh a ton! His slideshow at the end of the night was a huge hit with all our guests and family.
Vendor response08/11/2024
Sharon, I'm glad you guys enjoyed the "surprise" slideshow at the end of the night. Your g...
uests reactions to the pictures we had made that was amazing to see and your wedding was absolutely gorgeous!
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