Location Guides
What better place to proclaim your everlasting love for each other than Patagonia? Venture out onto this narrow promontory of windswept, rugged beauty and magic, and at the very edge of the world, solemnize your love for one another under the gaze of its mammoth mountains and boundless skies.
If you want a totally epic, imminently unforgettable, and incomparably gorgeous elopement location, Alaska is just the place.
The azure waters and white-sand beaches of Cozumel provide the perfect backdrop for your dream micro-wedding or elopement.
Here is your all-in-one guide for eloping in Telluride and the San Juan Mountains. If you have any questions or would like to explore eloping in Telluride, reach out, and we can schedule a no-pressure chat.
Multi-day treks for an adventure honeymoon, epic shots that become instant heirlooms, celebrating in ways that feel the most meaningful. Need recos for Atacama Desert hotels? I got you there, too!
In the foothills of the Rocky Mountains lies a unique town close to my heart and home. Boulder, Colorado, offers city conveniences plus all the fantastic scenery you could ever want.
A Moab elopement just might be the perfect way for adventurous couples to tie the knot, and this guide has everything you need to know!
In this beautiful mountain town, a Breckenridge elopement is an incredible way for couples to celebrate their lifelong commitment.
A hidden gem, Crested Butte’s scenic views and rustic charm make this little mountain town Colorado’s dream spot for elopements or micro-weddings.
Everything you need to know about eloping in Rocky Mountain National Park—one of my favorite places to photograph couples!
Planning Resources
As a seasoned photographer, I have helped to plan and execute countless hiking elopements. I will tell you everything you need to know so that you can carry out the hiking elopement you have been dreaming of.
The bottom line is: eloping entails lots of logistics and thus lots of planning (like any wedding), so you really need to secure your favorite photographer 9 months to one year in advance of your big date.
If you are considering a beach elopement, I’ve got you covered. I have culled together a list of the best little seaside spots around the world– including what to do there, where to stay there, what to eat there, and how to marry there (laws, regulations, etc.) for your small wedding.
Forget the idea that an elopement entails just a few short hours on a mountainside or on a beach during which you and your mate exchange vows and then call it a day. Not so at all! The truth is, with an elopement, the possibilities are genuinely limitless. Want to say “I do” while riding horseback through the Rockies on Clydesdales? Want to exchange vows underneath a canopy of beach almond trees outside your luxury tent in a rainforest in Costa Rica? Dreaming of wedding after a helicopter ride over the glistening snowy slopes of the Italian Alps? All of these things– and a multitude more– are possibilities when you elope.
Whether you dream of saying "I do" beneath a blanket of twinkling stars or with the Milky Way as your backdrop, a starry elopement promises a magical and unforgettable experience.
75% of weddings take place between May and October, but there are so many compelling reasons to consider a winter date for your big day.
You need 8-12 hours of photography, as you can easily fill up a whole day– and sometimes even two– with all of the sweet moments that comprise your small wedding.
A vow renewal is reanchoring of your earlier promises to one another and a vision of hope and joyous anticipation for the future.
To prepare for your engagement session, I briefly share with you my tips on a) what to do before, b) what to do the day of, and c) what to bring with you.
Anniversary photos are the perfect way to mark the passage of time with thoughtfulness, intentionality, and, of course, love.
Whether you’re searching for a cozy cabin for two or a beachfront villa for twenty, the perfect Vrbo rental awaits you.
There are a few very compelling reasons why you ought to consider including an engagement photo session in your pre-wedding to-do list.
In the spirit of the upcoming ‘engagement season’, here are some super-fun and outside-the-box proposal ideas for how to ask your sweetheart the biggest and most important question of all.
Including a cake (or some other toothsome treat) in your elopement is actually super easy and doable. It’s one of those details that underscores the sweetness of the whole day and can be the perfect celebratory endnote to your wedding.
A minimalist wedding pares down all that is unnecessary and focuses on the essentials, embracing the concept that less is more, and that there is great beauty (and joy) in simplicity.
I am here to give you all the pertinent details you need to know about how to pack your wedding dress and arrive at the moment of your I-dos feeling totally calm, totally prepared, and totally put-together.
The great thing about the lovely pastime of stargazing is that there are so many ways you can incorporate it into your wedding. It can be the centerpiece of the whole day or just a fun accompaniment to the festivities…
If you dream of an adventure elopement, check out my list of over a hundred unique elopement ideas! It’s jam-packed with ideas to help you get started today!
Wildflowers provide the perfect background for stunning photos. Consider a Colorado wildflower wedding for your elopement or micro-wedding.
See why this is one of the most photographed vistas in the world—and why a Dead Horse Point elopement might be perfect for you.
A compilation of the best venues for your intimate elopement, from mountain lodges and ranches to B&Bs and outdoor locations, all with stunning features and views.
Elopement videography that also provides adventure guidance, local insight and expert knowledge.
Find the perfect elopement dress that is both beautiful and functional for your adventurous elopement.
Knowing when to elope in Colorado is key to capturing all its magic on your special day. Read on to learn more about Colorado’s seasons and what that means for your wedding planning!
From first looks to hot air balloon rides, this list of elopement ceremony ideas includes traditional as well as unique activities for your wedding day.
Modern couples are ditching traditional weddings in favor of elopements—and for good reason! These are a few of the top reasons to elope.
No drive-thru chapels here! A modern definition of “elopement” — and why everyone’s doing it!
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They boarded a helicopter, which whisked them away to lovely Bear Glacier, where the two exchanged hand-written vows in a ceremony officiated sweetly by their pilot.
After traveling to Crested Butte one winter and really resonating with it, R and D decided it was just the place for their multi-day, friend- and family-filled micro wedding.
R + S chose a perfect spot for their wedding: Brainard Lake– an area resplendent with dramatic peaks, subalpine forests, and crisp, sparkling lakes.
They envisioned a day filled with romance and breathtaking beauty… A day replete with love, joy, and laughter set against the backdrop of flowers, mountains, and waterfalls. That is, indeed, what they got!
Against the backdrop of the towering Andes and imposing gray clouds, D and M radiated pure joy as they wed one another in Patagonia.
L and J’s love story started in the wild and has always in some ways been tinged with magic– fireflies, butterflies, loons, rainbows…
G and D’s wedding is one that– in every precious detail and sweet moment– both carried on and honored their past, their heritage, and their deep love for one another and for adventure.
Seemingly pre-destined to be with one another from the start, T and N choose to elope in a place they were magnetically pulled to－ the incomparable Torres del Paine.
S and C’s snowy, alpine elopement against the jagged Rockies was calm, intimate, serene… Perfect!
J and C celebrated their union surrounded by the beauty of Crested Butte in October, blending privacy and tradition for an authentically untraditional day.
Join K+W's journey through the famous Crested Butte fall colors and stunning views! This early October micro-wedding was stress-free and paw-sitively beautiful.
V + G’s September elopement through the San Juan Mountain Range was full of adventure, furry friends, and boundless romance.
Kyla + Levi’s July micro-wedding in colorful Crested Butte was an unforgettable adventure!
Spring Snowfall at Sunrise Amphitheater Made Sindy + Gustavo’s Special Day Even More Magical!
Ghea + Justin’s mountain-side picnic and hiking elopement was the adventure of a lifetime!
Danielle + James’ Golden Sunset Micro-Wedding near Rocky Mountain National Park was something out of a fairytale!
Kaitlyn + Matt’s intimate beach-side walk and white sand ceremony in Mexico was the perfect winter wedding!
Madi + Lucas’ sunrise elopement in wild Chilean Patagonia was nothing short of breathtaking!
Paulina + João’s March hiking elopement in the picturesque Torres del Paine was an enchanting adventure not to be forgotten.
Andrea + Brad’s early-October micro-wedding ceremony in breathtaking Breckenridge was one for the books!
Rebekah + Ed’s late-September ceremony in Breckenridge gave us waterfalls and a preview of fall foliage.
Mountains, lakes, trees, and true love—a recipe for a perfect summer elopement in Breckenridge!
Kailee + Brock’s intimate vows at the iconic Maroon Bells was nothing short of spectacular.
Not even a near-constant drizzle could keep Charmayne + Jordan from having the best day of their lives.
Check out Sabrina + Jeremiah’s intimate lakeside ceremony near Rocky Mountain National Park
Family and tradition reigned at Cristina + Paddy’s late-September micro-wedding in Crested Butte
Kelly + Timothy’s micro-wedding in Colorado in late April gave us stunning, snowy mountains as a backdrop.
Julie and Ted’s traditional Chinese wedding garments popped against the snow for these winter wedding photos
Audry + Michael’s intimate vows at this mirrored lake in Crested Butte resulted in some seriously stunning photos.
The fiery sunrise over an alpine lake was everything for Kathleen + Tom’s romantic First Look.
Bella + Brachen show us in this Moab styled elopement shoot how to have a beautiful ceremony with a toddler in tow!
Rebecca + Chris’ ceremony in Breckenridge in October gave their intimate ceremony a dusting of snow.
Stacy + Brandon’s sweet romance exemplifies the beauty of a “just because” couple’s photoshoot in the mountains.
Lauren + James’ choice of locations for their ceremony and portraits really showcased all that Breckenridge has to offer.
This remote mountain town is renowned for its top-notch wedding industry. See how my recommended vendors helped Diana + Andrew pull off the intimate wedding of their dreams!
Jessica and Nick’s micro-wedding in Crested Butte in September was unapologetically them, and unforgettably romantic!
As a fellow mountain-view seeker, I was overjoyed that Alex and Brandon wanted to make Colorado a part of their micro-wedding dream. And an alpine lake near Breckenridge turned out to be the perfect location to bring their vision to life.
Anna + Garrett’s big day was filled with romance: Sunrise canoe rides, intimate lakeside vows, picnic and multiple guitar serenades… It couldn’t have been a more perfect elopement in the mountains!
I absolutely loved working with Osnaeley and Austin on their elopement this summer in Crested Butte. It had rained that July morning, but now everything was green with beautiful wildflowers peeking through—a typical summer day in this beautiful Colorado mountain town.
Colorado in July is simply beautiful. Itzel + Devin couldn’t have picked a more beautiful day for their wedding.
This adventurous couple was up for an off-the-beaten-path elopement in the great outdoors of Crested Butte, and a 4x4 JEEP helped take their big day to new (alpine) heights!
When it came to choosing a location for Tansie and David’s small summer wedding ceremony with close family members, the mountainous beauty of north-central Colorado was a no-brainer.
Kristy + Shannon’s elopement was beautiful and bright with a ton of sunlight beaming down on this white winter wonderland in Breckenridge, Colorado.
Chris and Candice’s enchanted First Look photoshoot, due to a thick fog that blanketed the lake, resulting in magical misty images.
It was a gorgeous day for Ellen + Michael’s Sapphire Point elopement. The sun was shining and there was a slight breeze, and just LOOK at that vista! It was a Breckenridge wedding for the books!
It’s FALL which means it’s officially my favorite time of year to shoot weddings and elopements in Colorado! There’s just something so enchanting about the sun-kissed scenery—the mountain all aglow with yellow, orange, and red foliage. Not to mention it looks phenomenal on camera!
Micro Wedding Photos in Denver at Denver City Park // Colorado Wedding Photographer // Kim + Erik
Kaitlyn + Levi wanted romantic couples photos at the breathtaking Flagstaff Mountain in Boulder, Colorado. I’d say we nailed it!
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