Your wedding is an experience—one filled with emotion, artistry, and fleeting moments that deserve to be preserved with intention. At Moose Studio, we specialize in capturing refined, editorial-style imagery that feels effortless yet iconic. With over a decade of experience photographing luxury weddings in California, Utah, and sought-after destinations, we bring an artful eye and a seamless, white-glove approach to every celebration.

ELEVATING YOUR ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME CELEBRATION

MOOSE STUDIO is a Full Service WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY TEAM

MOOSE STUDIO

Successful Wedding and Event Design is Rooted in Intentional Details and Unique Design Stories.

We believe

OUR PHILOSOPHY and design approach

From the delicate embroidery of a gown to the golden glow of candlelit receptions, the most meaningful moments are found in the smallest details. We take a thoughtful, intentional approach—blending documentary storytelling with fine art photography to create imagery that is timeless, romantic, and uniquely yours.

Experiences are in the details.

We believe

OUR PHILOSOPHY and photography approach

Raised in California, I built my luxury wedding photography business over 11 years ago, specializing in destination and LDS weddings. Now based in Salt Lake City, I serve couples in California, Utah, and beyond. Inspired by Fuji film, my style blends editorial elegance with heartfelt storytelling, capturing timeless moments across 17+ countries.

Meet the founder and lead photographer

about michaela

Ooh la la, it's Moi

meet the team

Trusted Partners in Luxury Weddings

With over a decade of experience, Maricela designs exquisite weddings in California and worldwide. Known for her refined aesthetic and seamless execution, her work is featured in top publications. Discover how she can bring your dream wedding to life.

Curating Luxury Weddings with Precision and Grace

maricela

luxury Wedding planner

— charles eames

the design.

They make

are not the details.

The details

Unique Design Stories

Romantic Timeless Gatherings

Style Over Trends

the moose team can't get enough of

what drives and inspires our team

You believe your wedding should feel like an unforgettable journey—whether in a historic villa, along a sunlit coastline, or in a hidden destination. You seek full-weekend coverage, bespoke storytelling, and imagery that captures both grandeur and intimacy—preserving your legacy with sophistication and soul. Whether exchanging vows on a sun-drenched coastline, or beneath the stars of a faraway destination, you seek a photographer who understands your vision. 

You care about effortless elegance, meaningful details, and experiences that transcend the ordinary.

OUR CLIENTS CHERISH BEAUTY, ADVENTURE, AND THE ART OF CELEBRATION

our clients

about 

I show up fully — grounded, calm, and completely focused on you. On a day that moves quickly, I help you slow down, stay present, and savor the moments that matter most.


Intention

Timeless always wins. I believe in graceful movement, romantic light, and classic design that still feels fresh 50 years from now.

Elegance

No templates. No cookie-cutter poses. Just honest documentation of your day as it unfolds — cinematic, real, and uniquely yours.


Storytelling

I chase feeling, not perfection. My favorite images are often the in-between moments — the exhale before vows, your grandmother's hands, a single tear.

Emotion

I’m drawn to heritage-rich, soulful weddings that reflect your roots. Whether you’re marrying by the Mediterranean or a California vineyard, your story is the thread I follow.


Culture

Everyone deserves to be treated with warmth, patience, and respect — especially on their wedding day. I create a space where you can fully be yourself, emotions and all.

Kindness

the heart

These values guide every image I create and every client I serve


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