Tyler Rye: Mastering Adventure, Landscape & Elopement Storytelling

Who Is Tyler Rye?

Tyler Rye is a Utah-based adventure elopement photographer known for capturing love stories in some of the most dramatic landscapes in the American West. With over a decade of experience and deep roots in Northern Arizona, Tyler has turned his lifelong love for the outdoors into a thriving career centered on narrative-rich, location-driven photography.

From Zion National Park to remote slot canyons, cliffside overlooks, and desert plateaus, Tyler specializes in leading couples through breathtaking, wild terrain. He lives in Utah with his wife and three kids, balancing his role as a family man with his passion for bold, cinematic storytelling.

His Style & Accomplishments

Tyler’s signature style fuses raw natural beauty, epic compositions, and intentional, emotion-filled posing. His work is both powerful and poetic, anchored in scenery, movement, and light.

• Featured in Magnolia Rouge’s Vendor Spotlight, highlighting his heartfelt destination sessions

• Celebrated by Junebug Weddings for his cinematic style and emotional storytelling

• Praised by clients in 170+ five-star Google reviews for location scouting, seamless planning, and unforgettable experiences

His blog is a visual journal of stunning adventures:

“A Stormy Zion National Park Elopement”“Sunrise Elopement at Zion National Park Overlook”“Slot Canyon Elopement”and more

These posts reflect his adaptability, creative direction, and consistent ability to deliver in any condition, from desert rainstorms to snowy mountain mornings.

Learn from Tyler Inside the STV App

We’re honored to have Tyler as an official educator inside Shoot The Veil (STV), where he brings his expertise to a new generation of photographers.

What You’ll Find

Follow-Along: Adventure Elopement in Zion

Watch Tyler direct a real elopement session in Zion, guiding a couple through rugged terrain and capturing magic in real-time.

The Adventure Photography Course

Learn his techniques for harnessing natural light, posing in the landscape, and telling unforgettable visual stories.

Mentorship, Expeditions & Story-First Service

Outside the app, Tyler leads photography expeditions around the world including Zion, Iceland, Patagonia, and more. These immersive workshops offer styled shoots, business coaching, and location logistics, all curated to help photographers master their craft in real conditions.

His storytelling isn’t just visual. It’s logistical, emotional, and deeply intentional. From scouting locations to handling permits, Tyler ensures every couple feels cared for and every moment is captured with purpose.

Why Tyler Matters to STV

Tyler embodies everything STV stands for: bold creativity, genuine connection, and storytelling that matters.

His mentorship empowers photographers to:

• Confidently direct couples in rugged, natural settings

• Embrace light as a storytelling tool

• Craft cinematic, emotional imagery in any location or condition

With Tyler, you're not just learning how to take beautiful photos. You're learning how to create unforgettable experiences.

Start Your Adventure with Tyler Only on STV

If you're ready to bring wild landscapes, intentional storytelling, and bold posing into your photography, Tyler Rye is your guide.

Download the STV App to explore his courses, follow-alongs, and curated poses. Then get out there and photograph life’s greatest moments in the world’s greatest landscapes.

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