Meet Michelle:

Alabama Gulf Coast Couples & Elopement Photographer

Engagement and maternity photography, couples sessions and elopements on the Alabama Gulf Coast.

Available to travel anywhere near: Mobile, AL. Pensacola, FL. New Orleans, LA.

Providing beach photography sessions in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, & Fort Morgan, AL.

Michelle Hatcher is an Alabama Gulf Coast couples and elopement photographer.

She specializes in all types of couples photography such as proposals, engagement photography, maternity photography, and any other reason you can think of to document your love story.

She has been an Alabama Gulf Coast elopement photographer since 2016. Michelle loves documenting Alabama Gulf Coast elopements as a photographer and offers all-inclusive packages to suit your perfect elopement.

Alabama Gulf Coast Couples and Elopement Photographer Michelle Hatcher

Hey there!

Thanks so much for stopping by and checking out my work. :)

I’m a firm believer in embracing the imperfections. I also believe in creating a photography experience that feels both stress-free and authentic to you.

My goal is to use a documentary approach to couples and elopement photography, so that we capture those intimate moments and create stunning photos that really, truly, feel like you.

Whether you’re eloping, local to the area or just stopping by for a visit, you can think of me as a new friend who is here to support you in any way that they can. Above all else- I aim to treat all people with kindness and ensure that they feel comfortable in front of my camera.

I’m here to create an inclusive space for all types of couples and families, because everyone deserves to feel beautiful and important <3

Don’t hesitate to reach out- I’d love to get to know you and create something special together!

Alabama Gulf Coast Couples & Elopement Photographer

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"Oh, my, Michelle! These pictures and your ability to capture the emotion and the joy shared between this family… hands down, phenomenal. You are blessed with an ability to read the family, and then design your session around the personalities to capture all the feels. The pictures were so fun in the moment and tear-evoking (in a good way), while viewing. You captured most accurately, a once in a lifetime chapter in our lives so that we can relive this experience for a lifetime."

-Laura
"Michelle is a joy to work with! She has taken both newborn pictures and family pictures for me and I have been thrilled with the results! She makes great recommendations; anything from what to wear, to location, to cute poses and action shots. She has great turnaround time, typically getting pictures posted to a private gallery in less than a week. I definitely recommend her and look forward to working with her again."

-Leslie
"My fiancé and I booked Michelle for our first ever professional photoshoot and she made us feel so comfortable. She was such a fun, kind person to shoot with and the photos turned out absolutely amazing! She took her time to understand the kind of feel I was going for and she captured it perfectly. I cannot recommend her enough!!"

-Hana
"It was such a joy to work with Michelle on our family beach photos. We had 12 people total, with 3 being under the age of 11. She communicated with me beforehand to understand what we wanted. She arrived on time and helped look around for the best location to take the shots. She was patient and unphased by the chaos of our group. She was able to get my young nephews to pay attention and smile, resulting in beautiful shots of them. She made sure we had all the shots we wanted and even took a few candids that turned out adorable. She did a great job placing all of us in the photos and they all look wonderful! We're so happy with the results! Highly recommend her!"

-Patricia
"Michelle is the best!! She was so kind and accommodating, and the pictures were beyond what we’d hoped for! She was great with the toddlers in our group and made us feel so comfortable. The process couldn’t be easier and the photos couldn’t be better! Highly recommend."

-Erin
"Phenomenal-always the best experience with Michelle. SEVEN years of having her photograph our special moments and each year, I am even more pleased. A very talented artist, and now, friend."

-Brecca
"Michelle is sweet and oh so talented. Our beach pictures will be something we cherish for years to come. Kind, worked well surrounding weather related issues, responded timely to any questions, and provided our pics edited in a timely manner. I would recommend her again and again! As we are from out of state, I needed to trust a stranger for our pictures, and now I’d consider her a friend! Book her now!"

-Mandy
"Hands Down one of the Best EXPERICES ever! I'm an awkward person and it felt effortless and she captured us PURRFECTLY! 10/10 will be doing it again. Can't wait for you to capture my Wedding!!!!!"

-Kelly
"Michelle made taking our family pictures so much fun for all of us. She definitely captured the love and fun our family has perfectly, and made it look so easy. I would definitely give her a call if you’re looking for the perfect picture taking experience!"

-Teresa
"Michelle is AMAZING!! She has taken our family photos twice and we absolutely love working with her! She’s so sweet, patient & very accommodating. She gets the most beautiful shots every single time! 10/10 I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Michelle! You will not be disappointed!"

-Tiffany