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Planning an Elopement – Where Do You Start? You’ve decided that eloping is the right choice for you and your partner, but where the heck do you start? The amazing thing about eloping is that the possibilities are endless, but that can be really overwhelming, too. I spent the majority of my career in marketing […]

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The Definitive, Downloadable Elopement Checklist

Two people eloping in the Italian Dolomites.

Rayla and Kalli, along with a few of their very favorite people, traveled to Portland for an intimate wedding at Leach Botanical Garden in Portland, Oregon. Nestled in the Southeast neighborhood, the Garden is a lush, green oasis.

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Leach Botanical Garden Wedding in Southeast Portland

Victoria and Mason, together for ten years, wanted their wedding day to be free of stress and fully devoted to celebrating their relationship, relaxing, and enjoying the day. An elopement at the Oregon Coast with just their parents present was the perfect choice. During our call, we agreed that sunset would be the perfect choice. […]

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Sunset Elopement at the Oregon Coast

A couple leans against a rock during sunset at the Oregon Coast.

Including Your Friends and Family in Your Elopement Eloping is an intimate, personal choice that allows you and your partner to focus solely on your commitment to each other. That said, some couples still want to find really meaningful ways to incorporate their friends and family into their union. Whether you’re celebrating solely as just […]

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Ways to include friends and family in your elopement

Eloping on the Oregon Coast offers couples the chance to exchange vows amidst raw, untamed beauty. One of the most captivating spots for this is Elk Flats, an enchanting location nestled near the town of Manzanita, where dense forest meets the rugged coastline. An outdoor elopement here is not just a ceremony; it’s a journey […]

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Discovering Elk Flats: A Moody, Dreamy Oregon Coast Location

Imagine saying “I do” surrounded by breathtaking mountains and serene landscapes. In the Italian Dolomites, your elopement can start with a jaw-dropping sunrise in Tre Cime national park, surrounded by jagged peaks and the calming ring of cowbells. Later, you and your partner take a tram ride (or hike) to the Dolomites’ highest mountain hut, […]

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All-Day Elopement in the Italian Dolomites

Jaidyn, Jesse, and a small gathering of the most important people in their lives traveled from Alabama and Georgia for this absolutely gorgeous intimate wedding. Jaidyn felt called to the Oregon Coast by moody weather, big waves, and imposing rock walls, so I knew Hug Point would be the perfect location. That afternoon, the coast […]

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Romantic, intimate Hug Point elopement

Oregon, with its diverse landscapes and natural beauty, is a perfect destination for couples looking to elope. From rugged coastlines and enchanting forests to serene mountains and vibrant cities, the state offers a myriad of picturesque spots for a memorable elopement. Having been born and raised in Oregon, moss runs through my veins and I […]

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The Best Places to Elope in Oregon

Trina and David privately tied the knot in Oregon’s otherworldly Silver Falls State Park. Witnessed only by their teenage daughter, officiant, and photographer (me!), this intimate moment was so full of love and affection. We were blessed with an absolutely gorgeous Oregon summer day, and had some of the park’s prime spots all to ourselves. […]

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Waterfall Elopement in Oregon

After ten years together, J and V decided to tie the knot on Memorial Day (their tenth anniversary), in one of Oregon’s most scenic locations. The two exchanged their own vows

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Elopement in Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge

On your wedding day, I’m there to capture moments both big and small, while making sure you have as much time as possible to celebrate with your loved ones. I am inspired by storytelling, emotion, nostalgia, and all kinds of love, and aim to incorporate these into your wedding day. I'm the right photographer for you if you want to prioritize candid photos, and are particularly moved by albums that tell a full story. You have a little sense of adventure, and you absolutely can't wait to celebrate your love - no matter what that looks like to you. You share my values about respecting nature, and honoring all types of love, gender identity, and cultural background. If you're the kind of person who returns your shopping carts and waves at every dog, you might as well just hire me already. 

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