What happens when you let your imagination run wild

The elopement Experience

Overland Elopements

So, what now? You may have always known a big, traditional wedding isn’t your cup of tea. Or perhaps the whirlwind of planning questions and expectations is getting you down, and you’re not sure if that old school celebration is resonating with you as much as you thought it would. What’s the alternative, then?
I wholeheartedly believe an adventurous all day elopement is the most beautiful and personal way to say “I do”, and a decision that comes with perks a regular wedding may not provide.



This is your chance to plan something that checks all of those boxes, and breaks the mold of what a wedding should look like.



So you’ve found your person and you’re ready to spend forever together…

The Elopement Experience

Intimate moments over formal affairs.
Big views over ballrooms.
New experiences over old traditions.

If you value...

Let's build an experience beyond your wildest expectations.
I encourage you to sit down with your partner and envision the most beautiful day you can think of. A day that includes your favorite activities, the most stunning setting you can imagine, and an experience that aligns with what you value most.

Once you've identified the perfect where and when, I get to work helping you fill in the rest. Your elopement is the day you will think about every anniversary together. What kind of adventure will you be looking back on?

For some, this could be a challenging hike and for others, a leisurely sightseeing tour. Travel far, or stay close to home. Enjoy complete solitude, or plan a celebration with family and friends in tow. Say your vows as the alpenglow begins to light up the mountains, or stay up late and watch the stars. This isn’t just about the epic portraits (although we’ll for sure be capturing those too). Focus on how you want your elopement day to feel.

I'll be with you every step on the way, and when all is said and done, you'll head home with beautiful memories and a gallery of images that will help you relive your day forever.

Where Do We Even Begin?

Planning Your Adventure Elopement

No matter how grand our adventure together, all packages include the following...

Epic elopement day photo coverage

Getting to know you/dream elopement questionnaire

Comprehensive elopement guide and planning assistance

High resolution image gallery to relive the day over and over

Travel for the photo team

Your biggest cheerleader!

Adventure Elopement & Intimate Wedding Packages

Elopement Packages starting at $3600 for anywhere in the U.S.

*I offer special local rates for locations already on our travel schedule

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Many elopement spots are easily accessible with minimal travel time, so you can still pack a ton of adventure into a shorter day. I'll help craft an epic elopement experience, meet up at your elopement location, and likely spend sunrise or sunset together. This is perfect for couples who prefer a shorter adventure at a single location.


Covering highlights of your adventure elopement

4 hours of photography coverage

The Mini Elopement

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This is your opportunity to plan a half day adventure around what brings you joy. For couples hoping to explore multiple locations, enjoy an unforgettable hike, or incorporate some amazing elopement day activities. I'll be with you through all of the essential elopement day moments.

Half a day of unforgettable experiences

8 hours of photography coverage

The Half Day Elopement

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I'll help you build an epic all day elopement experience, because your elopement day is worth so much more than a couple of hours. This could mean getting ready at a cozy airbnb, a first look followed by an intimate afternoon ceremony with your closest family, and a private hike together for those golden hour portraits. Or imagine exchanging vows right at sunrise, and a full day of adventures and exploration still awaiting you. I will be with you throughout every adventure. This coverage can be broken into two parts if you'd prefer a sunset & sunrise adventure!

Let me tell the full story of your elopement

The Adventure Elopement

12 total hours of coverage

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By planning to celebrate over two days, you can take advantage of both sunrise and sunset light, and everything in between. We can spend a full day together for your adventure elopement, and then plan an awesome honeymoon activity where wedding clothes may not be best. Or, exchange your vows as the sun sets and wake up early the next day for stunning golden portraits in a location entirely new. This could be a day of adventure just the two of you, followed by a celebration with friends and family the next. 

The most epic adventure elopement experience

The overnight elopement

16 total hours of coverage

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You don't need an excuse to take stunning photos with your love! We'll spend one to three hours together exploring our favorite wild places and creating images that feel the most like you. I offer adventure sessions in all locations along my travel schedule so be sure to check that out to find out when I'll be nearby.

Adventure Sessions

Let's get this ball rolling

Where do we go from here?

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Get in touch! Let's talk about your perfect day

Tell Us About Yourselves

You Receive Your Comprehensive Elopement Guide

Get Married!

Relive Your Day

First, I want to hear all about your dream elopement! We’ll set up a phone call and get to know each other. We’ll chat about your ideas and your day. It’s okay if you’re not totally sure of the details yet.

All you need is a date, a general location, and an open heart to move forward with booking. After that, my job is to help you define your perfect day. I’ll ask all sorts of questions meant to better understand both of you and what you envision. I’ll probably ask you to close your eyes and get lost in your daydreams for a while. Are you in the mountains? By the sea? Is there a summer breeze or a dusting of snow? Maybe your friends are there, maybe it’s just the two of you. Did you arrive by boat, helicopter, 4x4, or your own two feet? I want to know what defines your relationship and craft a day that is authentic to who you and your partner truly are.

All of these little details go into consideration as I put together a thoroughly detailed elopement guide just for you. Pages of locations, vendors, lodging, tips and advice carefully written to help you choose the day that feels the most, you.

And once we’ve planned your perfect day together, all that’s left for you to do is LIVE IT! I’ll be there to cheer you on and capture every last moment for you to cherish forever.

You’ll receive a teaser gallery within just a few days, because I simply can’t wait for you to see everything! Your full high-resolution images with be delivered on a gorgeous online gallery, so you can easily share and download your images over and over.


I'm ready! Lets do this!

Frequently Asked Questions

Do we have to be very physically fit or do a lot of hiking for an adventure elopement?

Do we have to be very physically fit or do a lot of hiking for an adventure elopement?

I believe the outdoors should be accessible to everybody.
Your elopement itinerary is specifically crafted to fit your comfort and ability level - I’ll send you loads of options I think would fit based on our expertise of the area and let you decide which trail or location speaks to you most.
If you’re looking for a hiking elopement with an epic view point, expect an average of 2+ miles with varying degrees of difficulty for an all day elopement. 
 "Adventure" can mean many things. You don’t even have to hike at all! Many couples only plan small,  leisurely adventures into their day as just one activity of many. There are gorgeous locations that are easily accessible, which makes them perfect to bring loved ones along as well.

Do we need to hire an officiant or other vendors?

Do we need to hire an officiant or other vendors?

Many states do require an officiant, but I am also ordained and happy to make things legally legit if you don't require a more formal ceremony. I will be sure to include all elopement requirements for your chosen location in the custom guide, along with anything else you may need to know ahead of time. I can direct you to any other vendors you would like to incorporate into your day.

What happens if the weather is bad?

What happens if the weather is bad?

It’s important to note that epic photos and a beautiful experience aren’t limited to sunny days. We will always come prepared with backup plans in case we need to pivot to a secondary location, but we love to roll with the punches and embrace the fog, rain, clouds, and wind that come with an outdoor adventure. Plus, I both believe these can make for some totally dramatic images.


How many people can we bring along?

How many people can we bring along?

Some parks have permit guidelines for ceremonies that cap the number of people in attendance, so it’s best to plan for no more than 15-20 guests for elopements on public lands. This is of course a general guideline, and I will be sure to let you know if your chosen location can accommodate your desired guest count. I happily shoot intimate weddings with larger guest counts at private venues in these same beautiful areas. Here are some more details on our wedding packages.


What does "Leave No Trace" mean?

What does "Leave No Trace" mean?

I love sharing beautiful places with my couples, but this comes with a responsibility to protect the land and leave it as we found it. That way it will be available for future eloping couples and open for you to revisit on your anniversary not just in a year but for decades to follow!

Leave No Trace guidelines offer the best practices to care for and preserve the space we occupy while out on the trails, and are typically common sense and easy to follow! I'm a firm believer in the ethical stewardship of our public lands and for that reason I'm a Leave No Trace certified photographer. 

More info on the best Leave No Trace practices can be found at LNT.org

How do we book you?

How do we book you?

All that is required to book is a date, a general location, and a non-refundable retainer of $1000. This secures your date as I get started putting together your perfect elopement location guide.
Make sure to read over the Travel page to find out about special local packages and then reach out to us for information on available dates and locations!

Do you charge extra for travel?

Do you charge extra for travel?

All basic travel (that's flights, food, gas, & lodging) for the photography team is already included with all elopement packages, and I offer special local packages for all stops already on our travel schedule and near my home base of Portland, Oregon.

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