Alton Richardson Studios is a wedding photography business in Boulder, CO, specializing in every type of ceremony and reception. Owner Alton worked as a commercial and lifestyle photographer for over a decade before moving to weddings, following some of the world's best climbers and skiers as they challenged themselves against the elements. He is a storyteller first and foremost and will capture the most intimate and natural images between newlyweds, their families, and friends on the big day.
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Alton Richardson Studios favors a documentary-style approach while adding an element of fine art to his work. He will always prompt rather than pose, allowing his clientele to feel natural and in control at all times. Alton will get to know his couples in the weeks leading up to the wedding day, ensuring they create the best possible images, leaving them with gorgeous, high-quality professional photos to cherish forever.
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Alton is praised as a talented, professional, and fun wedding photographer who makes couples and large families feel comfortable while delivering creative, candid, and stunning portraits. Reviewers highlighted excellent communication, helpful coordination for out-of-state couples, and fast photo delivery. Many also loved his memorable extras like slideshows and highly recommend him.
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Alton is praised as a talented, professional, and fun wedding photographer who makes couples and large families feel comfortable while delivering creative, candid, and stunning portraits. Reviewers highlighted excellent communication, helpful coordination for out-of-state couples, and fast photo delivery. Many also loved his memorable extras like slideshows and highly recommend him.
Cac033560D09652Af4Cd6A2A4A1Def63C5473C4A Sent on 09/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Outstanding Work & Service!
“We couldn’t be happier with our wedding photographer! Alton captured every special moment beautifully, with a perfect balance of candid shots and stunning portraits. His professionalism and attention to detail were amazing—he made us feel comfortable and truly understood our vision. The photos are absolutely breathtaking, and we’ll treasure them forever. We highly recommend Alton Richardson to anyone looking for a photographer who can make your day unforgettable!”
Kaysteban Sent on 06/19/2026
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Fun, Professional, Easy to Work With, Amazing Photos!!!!
We loved having Alton photograph our wedding at Chautauqua!! We have a big family, and he handled the portrait portion of the day with ease and grace, making everyone comfortable. For our couples portraits, he was so creative and fun, and had lots of great prompts and poses for us. All of the candid photos he took are everything we wanted and more.
He also got along with us and all of our guests, and truly made it feel natural and fun! He was very attentive to what we had pictured and made those things happen; and when we didn't have a clear idea, he provided quiet and creative support.
Alton is truly an artist, and we are so grateful we had him as our photographer. We can't recommend him more.
I'm including just two photos from our preview, which Alton got to us the Monday right after our wedding (!!!!). They are all beautiful!
-Katie and Esteban
Sylvia Sent on 12/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Top Notch!
Alton was the perfect choice for our wedding photographer! His style is a beautiful mix of timeless elegance and natural, candid moments, which made every photo feel authentic and special. From the very beginning, Alton’s communication was outstanding—he listened carefully to our vision and made sure every detail was covered. On the day of the wedding, he was organized, friendly, and made us feel completely at ease. The final photos are absolutely stunning, and we couldn’t be happier. We highly recommend Alton to any couple looking for a photographer who truly understands how to tell their story!
Caitlin Sent on 10/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Very Professional!
We are beyond thrilled with Alton as our wedding photographer! From the first meeting to the final delivery of our photos, he was a true professional. He had such a great eye for detail and managed to capture not only the big moments but also the little ones we didn’t even notice. The photos turned out absolutely stunning, full of emotion and creativity. Alton made us feel comfortable throughout the entire day, and the results speak for themselves. We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer!
Lindsay Sent on 10/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Incredible & Stress-Free
Alton was incredible from start to finish. He was not only talented but also made the whole experience fun and stress-free. Alton knew exactly how to capture the most meaningful moments and did it so naturally that we hardly noticed the camera. The final photos exceeded all our expectations—they perfectly reflect the joy and love of our day. We’re so grateful for his hard work and dedication. Highly recommend to any couple looking for a photographer who goes above and beyond!
Kelly Sent on 07/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
A beautiful Boulder, CO elopement
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 beautiful 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.
B454Cde0C7F1501Ead3Fcc9Fbdeedcce8E8Ed2Ff Sent on 07/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Boulder Wedding
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 process and we loved our final images!
11F5E5D2Bccae683E1356700Fc958F786Ac3802F Sent on 07/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
We loved Alton!
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.
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Alton Richardson Studios includes the following photography services in the starting price:
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Toning
Digital Files
Proofs
Alton Richardson Studios includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Toning
Digital Files
Alton Richardson Studios offers the following photography styles:
Natural
Photojournalism
Alton Richardson Studios offers the following photography services for weddings:
Additional Hours
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits
Alton Richardson Studios offers the following photography materials for weddings:
Albums
Digital Files
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards
Alton Richardson Studios is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
