Meet Natalie Dyer

We were lucky to catch up with Natalie Dyer recently and have shared our conversation below.

Natalie, we’re so excited for our community to get to know you and learn from your journey and the wisdom you’ve acquired over time. Let’s kick things off with a discussion on self-confidence and self-esteem. How did you develop yours?

I’ve built my confidence as a wedding and elopement photographer through preparation and a wide range of experience. I learned early on that I feel most grounded when I’m prepared, so I’ve built strong systems for communication, timelines, gear backups, and location planning. Having a plan, and a backup plan, helps me stay calm on wedding days.
My experience also plays a big role. Before specializing in weddings, I photographed restaurants, college sports, politicians, families, courtrooms, and even bars. That variety taught me how to adapt quickly, manage unpredictable lighting, and stay steady under pressure. Each project gave me a skill I now rely on at weddings. Over time, that mix of preparation and real-world experience is what built my confidence.

Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?

I’m a wedding and elopement photographer based in Colorado, and my work is really centered on helping couples feel comfortable and true to themselves in front of the camera. I love capturing weddings that are a little less traditional and a lot more personal. What feels most special about this work is getting to document real moments: the unposed, in-between pieces of a wedding day that people look back on years later.
My background is pretty broad. I’ve photographed everything from college sports and politicians to restaurants, families, and a broad range of events. That experience taught me how to adapt quickly and handle any lighting or environment, which translates directly into how I approach weddings today. Right now, I’m focused on continuing to refine my style and create an experience that helps every couple feel relaxed, seen, and completely themselves.

Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?

Three things have had the biggest impact on my journey: adaptability, communication, and preparation.
Adaptability came from photographing so many different environments early on — sports, restaurants, politicians, families, courtrooms, bars. It taught me how to think quickly and stay steady when things change fast.
Communication has been just as important. Clear, kind communication sets expectations, keeps everyone comfortable, and makes every project run smoother.
And preparation has been the foundation. The more I plan, the more confident and present I can be in the moment.
For anyone starting out, my advice is to get as much varied experience as you can, even if it’s outside your exact niche. Practice communicating clearly and professionally at every step. And build good habits around planning: it will save you over and over again.

Okay, so before we go we always love to ask if you are looking for folks to partner or collaborate with?

Yes! I’m looking for people who want to be photographed candidly while doing the things they love: think a couples session at a skate park, a baseball field, their favorite hiking trail, or even wandering a bookstore. If someone wants photos that feel natural, personal, and true to their everyday life, that’s the kind of collaboration I get excited about. Anyone interested can reach out through my website or social media.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.nataliedyerphoto.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliedyerphoto/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NatalieDyerPhoto/

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