Have you picked your elopement destination? Congrats! In my opinion, that’s definitely the hardest part. But now that it’s out of the way, you can start focusing on all of the other little details. From activities you’re going to include during your elopement to the color of your pup’s collar, there are so many details […]

Getting Ready for Your Elopement

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If you’re recently engaged, you’re probably in the beginning phase of planning your dream wedding. It’s one of the most exciting (and often stressful) times. Of course, no detail can be spared to ensure your day is absolutely perfect. However, a big, traditional wedding isn’t always the front-runner on the idea list for every couple. […]

Is Eloping Right for You?

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If you’re looking for the perfect snow-filled, winter wonderland elopement destination, there’s no place like Colorado. From glittering, icy alpine lakes to trails fresh with fallen snow, no footprints to be found, Colorado is the perfect winter backdrop. There are endless views that could rival the most beautiful snowcapped mountain landscapes all over the world. […]

What to Know Before a Snowy Colorado Elopement

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Planning a winter elopement thinking you’ll be stuck inside most of the time? Well, think again! Winter elopements can be some of the most epic elopements. There are so many incredible winter activities you could include to make your elopement extra amazing. Who said they were reserved for a couple of quick outdoor photos and […]

A bride and groom embrace and kiss on top of a mountain during their winter elopement.

Winter Elopement Activities

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Elopements often seem like they are reserved for spring, summer, and fall months. The weather is warmer and you can head out without as many layers. But let me tell you, there is something absolutely magical about a winter elopement. There’s nothing like the fogginess from your breath as you say your vows or the […]

A couple in wedding attire stand in a foggy forest during their winter elopement.

How to Prepare for a Winter Elopement

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Are you thinking about eloping, but have absolutely no idea where to start? Well, you’ve come to the right place! As your friendly neighborhood elopement photographer, I know quite a bit about how to plan an elopement. Elopement planning can be deceiving—you might think it would only take a month or two to plan, and […]

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When to Start Planning Your Elopement

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Finding the perfect location for your elopement ceremony is not easy. There are so many absolutely breathtaking spots all over the U.S. (and world, honestly). And if you’re a national park lover, it can be even harder—there are just so many incredible parks to choose from. National parks are absolutely magical, filled with exquisite natural […]

Couple elope in a national park with fog hovering over the mountains in the background.

Best National Parks to Elope In

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I’ve got to be honest with you, sunset elopements are second-to-none (okay, fine, they are equal to sunrise elopements). But seriously, there is just something absolutely magical about eloping as the sun slowly creeps below the horizon. The sky turns the most magical colors, you get that golden hour glow, and you get to say […]

Two brides during a sunset elopement looking off into the distance at the mountains, fog, and beautiful sky.

Reasons Why I love Sunset Elopements

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There is nothing dreamier than heading back down the mountain after a sunset elopement and taking in the sparkling night sky with the love of your life. And honestly, stargazing is one of my all time favorite activities to include during elopements. If you want to learn how to include stargazing in your elopement, I’ve […]

How to Include Stargazing in Your Elopement

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Choosing to elope is one of the most special decisions you can make as a couple. You’re choosing to put yourselves and your love first, instead of having a large, extravagant party the wedding industry pushes. Or, honestly, you could just be more of an introvert like me and the thought of being the center […]

An officiant marries a bride and groom with a mountain landscape in the background.

Why You Should Have a Montana Elopement

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