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The laughter. The excitement. The quiet moments in between. The “I do.” The golden-hour magic. The dance floor celebrations.

It all happens so fast—a blink, and the moment is gone.

Imagine This.

But Your Story Deserves to Be Relived.

Not just in memory, but in something lasting. A photograph that brings you back. To the joy, the love, the way it all felt.

Let’s preserve it—timeless, true, and Epic


This is us

Your St. Louis wedding photographers, here to capture the real, the raw, the once-in-a-lifetime moments. Weddings fly by—a blur of vows, toasts, and dance floor magic. But your photos? They bring it all back. Every laugh. Every happy tear. Every moment that made it yours.

Our style is:

Timeless
Epic
emotions

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Photography That Feels Like You.

No stiff poses. No forced smiles. Just genuine moments, effortless and true. We keep things light, fun, and stress-free—so you can focus on being present while we capture the magic unfolding around you.

Hey, We're McKinley & Megan! 

What Fatherhood & Wedding Photography Have Taught Me

Time moves fast. Too fast.

One day, you’re watching tiny hands reach for yours. The next, they’re waving goodbye. Moments slip away before you realize how much they mattered. Whether it’s watching my kids grow or capturing a wedding day, I’ve learned this:

You can’t rewind time. But you can hold on to the memories.



  1. Don’t let small distractions steal big moments.
  2. Say “I love you” while you have the chance.
  3. Capture not just milestones, but the quiet, everyday moments that make life beautiful.
  4. Stop assuming there’s always more time—someday is now.

Be Present. Savor Every Second.

Your Wedding Deserves to Be Captured with Intention

You only get one wedding day—one chance to soak it all in. When it’s over, you don’t want to wish you had done things differently.

Choose a photographer who sees the big moments and the small ones. The fleeting, the real, the in-between. The ones that will mean the most when you look back.

"1000/10 would recommend McKinley G. Photography. When we first met them and looked through some of their work we fell in love with their style and the way they use lighting specifically. We knew they would capture our day perfectly.

We also loved how personable they are and how they made us feel comfortable and never pressured. They were extremely helpful every step of the way to prepare us for our big day. On the day of they did such a great job of getting us comfortable in front of the camera and everything felt natural and never awkward.

We were so happy with everything they offered us and would refer them to anyone!"

-Lindsey and Donte

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"Quite the experience"

Photography That Feels as Real as the Moment Itself

Your Story, Told Your Way

Your wedding isn’t just another event. And we’re not just another wedding photographer.

We’re storytellers. Moment-seekers. Memory-keepers. We capture it all—the quiet, intimate exchanges, the wild dance floor celebrations, and everything in between. Our goal? To make sure you have the best day ever while we document every second of it.

Lighting. Movement. Emotion. We master it all. No matter where you say “I do”—a sunlit vineyard, a candlelit ballroom, or under the open sky—your photos will be timeless, cinematic, and full of life.

We go beyond expectations. We’re not just here to take pictures. We’re here to make your day effortless, fun, and unforgettable.


Whether it’s a local celebration or a destination wedding, we provide authentic, heartfelt coverage that lets you relive your wedding day—again and again.

Because your story is one-of-a-kind. Your photos should be too.


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Capturing the Timeless Essence of Your Love Story

Your wedding day is a tapestry of love, laughter, and once-in-a-lifetime moments. We specialize in capturing the nostalgia woven into every glance, every laugh, every fleeting, magical second—so you can relive them for years to come.

The best photographs don’t just document a moment—they transport you back in time. Whether it’s a black-and-white film shot of your first dance or a golden-hour portrait that feels like a memory in motion, we focus on the little details that hold the weight of emotion and history. By blending creative candids with timeless storytelling, your gallery will feel like flipping through the pages of a cherished heirloom.

How We Preserve Nostalgia

Photos deserve more than just a screen—they should be felt, held, and shared. Imagine flipping through a beautifully designed album, running your fingers over fine art prints, or seeing your love story framed on the walls of your home. Nostalgia isn’t just a feeling; it’s something to pass down for generations.

Your Memories, Made Tangible

Let's Start Planning Your Dream Wedding

"McKinley is a dang rockstar! So talented and makes you feel comfortable and confident. Could not recommend a photographer more!! 5 star service, 5 star results, I’d give 10 stars if I could! :) "


Kyler Kiesewetter

Katie Hope

"McKinley did such an amazing job capturing my day! So reliable and gets the job done. The pictures taken turned out better than I ever could imagine. People still rave about the pics to us months later. Such a good and fun person!"

Truly an amazing photographer. McKinley and Megan made me so comfortable during the entire process and the photos showed their efforts. I usually hate being in front of a camera but they made it fun. Definitely my go to now for any important photos.


Tristen Evans

Your Wedding day

We’re here to guide you. Every step of the way. Every moment that matters.

Journey

As your St. Louis wedding photographer, I don’t just take pictures—I tell stories. Your story. The way your hands shake before the first look. The way your mom wipes a quiet tear. The way your partner exhales, smiling, just before you walk down the aisle.

I want you to feel it all. To live in it. To be fully present while I capture the magic happening around you. Big emotions. Little details. The in-between moments that mean everything.

I've photographed hundreds of weddings. Grand celebrations. Intimate elopements. Windy mountain vows. Rainy St. Louis afternoons. I know how to find the light, chase the feeling, and capture the second just before it slips away.

Because when the day is over, this is what you’ll have left—the memories, the love, and the photographs that bring it all rushing back.

Let’s make this real. Let’s capture your story

A Photographer Who Puts You at Ease

Experience That Captures the Unscripted & Unforgettable

Let’s Capture Your St. Louis Wedding photography

Feeling like your head is under water? Start planning your wedding photography. Contact us today to schedule a consultation. We can’t wait to hear about your plans and discuss how we can make your wedding day memories last a lifetime.

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Who is not up for traveling, seeing the sights, all while capturing some epic love stories. Seriously I am waiting for the down side here. We are dyeing to go back to Colorado for an adventure wedding and if we could get to become Pacific North elopement photographers well, this photographer's dreams would come true. 

Thinking about an epic Elopement?

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