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Most couples I talk to know they want the mountains, the views, and that epic Colorado vibe. But figuring out the logistics can feel like a giant question mark floating over their heads. That’s usually when they reach out to me about their elopement. As a Colorado wedding photographer, I hear this all the time: […]

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How I Help You Plan Your Elopement & Intimate Wedding As Your Colorado Wedding Photographer

Chautauqua Park in Boulder has this way of pulling you in the second you catch sight of the Flatirons. I don’t just see a backdrop here, it’s a full-on Colorado experience. Born and raised in this state, I’ve spent countless hours hiking, wandering, and just soaking in these mountains. Chautauqua always feels like the perfect […]

Everything You Need to Know About Eloping at Chautauqua Park, Boulder, Colorado

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I LOVE La Caille! It’s one of those spots that makes me stop and just grin behind my camera. The ivy climbing the stone walls, the grapevines catching the light, and the mountains quietly hanging out in the background, it all just clicks. The best part? It’s fancy without feeling stiff, romantic without being cheesy, […]

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Why La Caille in Sandy, Utah Is Made for Intimate Weddings & Elopements

Okay, picture this: you, your partner, and a backdrop that looks like it was stolen from an old Western film. But instead of tumbleweeds and cowboy shootouts, it’s just the two of you promising forever. That’s Castle Valley. It’s got those wild red rock mesas that light up like fire at sunset, roads that beg […]

Why Castle Valley, Utah is One of the Best Elopement Locations

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When couples reach out to me, they often say something like: “We don’t have it all figured out yet, but we know we want to elope in Colorado.” And honestly, that’s all you really need, a date and a general vibe or location idea. From there, I’ll help you piece together the rest. As a […]

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How a Colorado Elopement Photographer Supports You Beyond Just Pretty Photos

When it comes to elopement ideas, the best ones aren’t about stiff poses or standing in front of a mountain wondering what to do with your hands; they’re about creating an experience together. As a Colorado elopement photographer, I love helping couples plan days that feel more like an adventure than a photoshoot. Adding something […]

Elopement Ideas: Make Your Elopement Photos Pop with Activities

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Buena Vista has this easygoing mountaintown feel that makes it such a fun place for an engagement photoshoot. You’ve got the Arkansas River running right through town, the Collegiate Peaks towering in the distance, and depending on the season, fields of wildflowers or crisp mountain air that wakes you right up. It’s beautiful, but it’s […]

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How to Plan Your Engagement Photoshoot in Buena Vista, Colorado

There’s a simplicity to a mountain wedding that makes the whole day feel intentional. The air is fresh, the views stretch on for miles, and everything slows down in the best way. As a Colorado elopement photographer, I’ve seen couples completely light up in places like Rocky Mountain National Park, because it’s not just about […]

Plan Your Mountain Wedding: How to Elope in Rocky Mountain National Park

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A couple laughing together while sitting on a log in the forest, wrapped in each other’s arms with the mountain scenery behind them.

There’s something funny that happens when a camera comes out. The same couples who are usually laughing, relaxed, and completely themselves suddenly start overthinking, “What do we do with our hands?” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Almost every couple I work with says the same thing at first: “We’re so awkward in photos.” […]

A woman whispers into her partner’s ear as they sit together under a warm-toned archway.

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A woman whispers into her partner’s ear as they sit together under a warm-toned archway.

Couples Photos: How To Not Look Awkward in Photos Together

A surprise proposal isn’t just dropping to one knee, it’s the start of a story you’ll be telling for years. If you’re going to do it, why not make it a whole experience?! Some moments deserve more than just showing up and hoping it all works out. They deserve a little planning, a little intention, […]

How to plan a surprise proposal: A step by step guide from a Colorado Elopement Photographer

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