Serving Gulf Shores, Orange Beach & the Alabama Gulf Coast
cinematic imagery For Couples Who Feel Deeply
Wedding, elopement, and intimate Couples photography along the Alabama Gulf Coast
Gulf Shores Wedding Photographer | Macayla Monte Photo
I’m a Gulf Shores wedding and couples photographer creating cinematic, editorial imagery along the coast. I photograph Gulf Shores beach weddings, Orange Beach weddings, Alabama Gulf Coast elopements, 30A celebrations, and Pensacola weddings for couples who want their photos to feel elevated, intentional, and deeply personal.
My work is rooted in connection and cinema. I focus on movement, emotion, and the moments that happen in between, blending luxury coastal aesthetics with a documentary approach that never feels forced. The goal is imagery that feels powerful, intimate, and timeless.
I photograph throughout Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Fort Morgan, Perdido Key, 30A, Pensacola Beach, and across the Alabama Gulf Coast. If you’re searching for a Gulf Shores wedding photographer, Orange Beach photographer, or Gulf Coast couples photographer, you’re in the right place.
Hey! I’m Macayla!
Based in Alabama, but I’ll go wherever your love takes me
sweatpants lover, lgbtqia+ owned, wildly creative, unapologetically real, and always chasing moments that take your breath away.
the Photographer You NEED
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Your story, captured.
When you hire me, you are not just choosing a photographer. You are choosing someone who feels your love right alongside you. As a cinematic Gulf Shores wedding photographer focused on Gulf Shores beach weddings, Orange Beach weddings, and Alabama Gulf Coast elopements, I am here for the real, raw, unapologetic moments that make your story unforgettable.
Your love deserves imagery with depth, emotion, and intention, whether it is a Gulf Shores beach wedding, a romantic Orange Beach elopement, or an intimate coastal celebration. I do not just capture stories. I invest my whole heart into every wedding, elopement, and couples session. My mission is simple. I want you to feel seen, valued, and fully alive in every moment we create together.
time to make history
Macayla created an unforgettable experience where we felt completely comfortable, and the stunning photos speak for themselves
"I would absolutely recommend Macayla to everyone! My husband and I felt so comfortable and free during our session. It was truly an unforgettable experience that I will talk about for years to come! There just aren't enough words to describe it! The photos speak for themselves"
Every session with Macayla feels deeply personal, capturing meaningful moments with care and attention to detail.
"Booking with Macayla is always a deeply personal experience. She has a unique ability to make every session feel tailored just for me, capturing moments that truly affect who I am. Her attention to detail and genuine care for her clients shine through in every photo. I wouldn't trust anyone else with my most cherished memories!"
Macayla effortlessly turns love into art, making couples feel comfortable while delivering cherished, heartfelt images.
"I HIGHLY recommend Macayla to anyone looking to turn their love into art! She made me and my boyfriend feel so comfortable, and gave us the chance to just be us! We had the best time, and received the SWEETEST pictures that I will cherish for the rest of my life! Also coming from a fellow photographer, she is amazing to work with, and so talented!"
Macayla’s warm, personal approach made our session effortless, even turning my camera-shy husband into a fan of the experience!
“Working with Macayla was an incredible experience. My husband and I wanted to capture our love in a way that felt real and personal, and Macayla absolutely nailed it. From the moment we met, she made us feel so comfortable, like we’d been friends for years. It was so easy to be ourselves around her! She took the time to get to know us weeks before the shoot, and made sure we felt prepared and relaxed for the day. The energy between us and her was just amazing, and it completely calmed any anxiety I had. My husband usually hates having his picture taken, but by the end of our session, he said, ‘Wow, I actually loved this!"
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