Eric & Teagan’s Orcas Island elopement in Moran State Park was filled with quiet beauty and heartfelt moments — from a first look in the apple orchard to vows overlooking the islands at Little Summit. This guide will help you envision your own San Juan Islands elopement, with tips on permits, ferry logistics, and finding private ceremony spots.

Micaela & Scott’s Shenandoah National Park elopement was the perfect mix of adventure and authenticity — complete with hammocks, a beer toast, and a waterfall cold plunge. This guide will help you plan your own Blue Ridge Mountain celebration with tips on permits, seasons, and the best ways to make your day uniquely yours.

Nella & Meghan’s proposal in Saguaro National Park was a breathtaking mix of desert magic, golden light, and towering cacti. The best part? Proposals and photography sessions here don’t require a permit, making it easy to plan a stress-free and unforgettable moment.

Sonny & Jasmine’s Angeles National Forest elopement shows how breathtaking a wedding day can be just outside Los Angeles. With sweeping mountain views, quiet forest trails, and golden California light, this guide will help you envision and plan your own intimate elopement in the San Gabriel Mountains.

Kate & Antonio’s elopement in Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park was a reminder of just how magical it feels to exchange vows beneath ancient trees. Nestled in Santa Cruz County, this redwood grove is one of California’s most enchanting and accessible elopement locations. From permit tips to the best times of year to visit, this guide will show you how to plan your own intimate wedding day in the redwoods.

Courtney & CJ chose a place that meant so much to them—the same beach house they had booked for their wedding in Port St. Joe. With CJ stationed at Tyndall AFB nearby, this spot was the perfect backdrop for their engagement session. From splashing in the waves to running along the shore, their session was filled with laughter, love, and the kind of joy that makes photographing couples like them so special.

Joshua had the perfect plan to surprise Audrey with a proposal at Fort Morgan State Historic Park, and I was lucky enough to capture every moment. As they explored the historic fort, Audrey had no idea what was coming—until Joshua got down on one knee. Her reaction was pure joy, filled with happy tears and an immediate yes!

After the big moment, we wandered around the park for some portraits, capturing their excitement against the backdrop of the fort’s old brick archways and sweeping coastal views. The love and happiness between them were undeniable, making this session one to remember.

When Jeff and Theresa booked their engagement session at Tarkiln Bayou Preserve, we didn’t expect rain—but instead of postponing, they embraced it. The misty drizzle turned the session into something straight out of a romance movie, with soft light filtering through the trees and raindrops glistening on the boardwalk. They laughed, held each other close, and made the most of every moment, proving that sometimes the unexpected makes for the most beautiful memories.

Some places hold a lifetime of memories, and for Darlene and Steve’s photo session, I knew exactly where to take them. Growing up, we always launched our boat at Josephine Park on Robert’s Bayou, making frequent stops at Pirate’s Cove for Bushwackers and smash burgers after long days on the water. Just around the bend was Hatcher’s Point, where our friends and family would gather, boats tied together, grilling and laughing until sunset.

With Hatcher’s Point in the background and the golden light reflecting off the bay, this session felt like capturing not just two people, but a lifetime of shared moments in a place that feels like home.

Intimate elopement ceremony in a Redwood Grove at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park in California. A short hike with family to their ceremony site before adventuring around the redwoods for portraits.

Intimate elopement in Eldorado National Forest, California. Rebecca and Claire exchanged vows privately on an island before their lakeside ceremony with friends and family at Silver Lake. Following their ceremony we trekked across the street and down a short trail to The Potholes for a celebratory beer, portraits, and an amazing sunset before returning to their loved ones in South Lake Tahoe for a dinner celebration.

Evening hike turned surprise proposal at Bell Rock in Sedona, Arizona.

Nathan and Mackenzie drove across the country from Iowa to Crescent City, California to say their vows under the mystical redwoods in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. They ended their elopement with a celebration on Pebble Beach only a short drive from the redwoods.

An evening adventure in Joshua Tree with Samantha and Shane who traveled from Louisiana to say "I Do" in Joshua Tree National Park.

Elopement in Catalina State Park. A first look on a shared trail before saying "I Do" at their designated ceremony site among their friends and family. After signing their marriage license we depart on a 2.3 mile hike with insane views of the Pusch Ridge as they exchanged their hand-written vows in private. Continuing on the trail to enjoy sunset and ending the hike along a creek lighting our way with lanterns.

Sunrise maternity session at Phoenix Mountain Preserve.

Over 3 years in the making with Sam and Collean. From their engagement, to their wedding, and now bringing another life into the world together! Sam and Collean documented their pregnancy in the mountains of Arizona at Mt. Lemmon. They brought along their Golden Retriever, Dudley, to decide on their future baby’s middle name with tennis balls! Ending the session on a spooky note with a jack-o-lantern painting on Collean’s belly to celebrate the fall season.

A multi-day Arizona wedding. Sara and Kelli welcomed their guests to Tucson with brick oven pizza, soda, and trivia. The next morning Kelli and Sara began their wedding day with a short hike to panoramic sun rise views while they exchanged vows. After their vows they returned to get ready among by their family before driving to Catalina State Park for a morning ceremony surrounded by friends and family before enjoying a Mexican inspired brunch.

Evening elopement in Joshua Tree National Park. Monique + Ray exchanged vows with their daughter as their witness. Ending the evening with cake and champagne at one of the picnic tables at Hidden Valley Picnic Area.

A sunset engagement session in Brawley, California, at the Imperial Sand Dunes.