You already know I'm a photographer, but what you don't know is that I'm also your:
elopement co-creator
wedding visionary
resident connection expert
my name's Meg!
hey friend,
Exclusively photographing elopements was what I wanted to do from the very beginning.
I formally started my business photographing traditional weddings, but I did so with the clear-eyed intention that it would give me the practice and foundation I needed to pursue what I really wanted to do: work with couples planning their small- or no-guest celebrations in their favorite corners of Earth.
Spending the first few years of my career in the world of traditional weddings gave me a unique lens to bring to elopements: one that showed me just how limiting that space can be, at the expense of a couple's experience. It's a world where the status quo is to cram as many people, activities, and experiences as possible into an extremely narrow window of time. Where deviating from the factory line of traditions is met with objections and skepticism.
There was very little room for couples to feel completely free to bring their own selves, worldview, and vision into their wedding day. Sure, they were choosing their own napkin colors and DJs, but it felt like the equivalent of musical chairs: the container never changed. The couple never fully got to leave their mark; each wedding day was just one in a long line of others. And that was what I hated most.
Choosing to elope smashes that container, and allows you to be the true experience creator of your marriage celebration without any constraints.
That's what's most important to me about eloping.
I also want you to know that as far as I'm concerned – love is love is love.
As an LGBTQ+ ally, it's incredibly important to me that all of my couples know I love and respect them exactly as they are.
No matter who you love or what you look like, you will always be celebrated here.
I live and run my business as inclusively as possible: I respect your pronouns, am extremely mindful to use non-gendered language, and use non-gendered posing direction.
Experience working with people from all walks of life in this way means I know exactly how to create the space you need to experience your elopement authentically.
With that said, I do not tolerate anything less than the same respect and love for other human beings from my couples. Bigots and those with intolerance of inclusivity and equity (not the same as equality) have no place here. If you find yourself in that space, I'm confident you will find the right photographer for you, as I know there truly are wedding vendors for every type of couple -- as the saying goes, a lid for every pot. Please send me an email simply saying that we're not the best fit, and I will wish you nothing but the best in your search!
My goal is for you two to be fully present while I document your celebration in a way that feels best to who you are as a couple and people.
And speaking of love, something I share with my couples is a passion for the outdoors.
Many of my absolute favorite experiences and memories happened in those dreamy landscapes, which is why I'm such a huge proponent of eloping outside. Nature connects us; to each other, and the world.
Where do you feel most alive?
The ocean? Forest? Mountains? Somewhere brand new?
Many of my absolute favorite experiences and memories happened in those dreamy landscapes, which is why I'm such a huge proponent of eloping outside. Nature connects us; to each other, and the world.
The ocean? Forest? Mountains? Somewhere brand new?
That's where I believe you should spend the start of your marriage.
When you're immersed in nature, something magical happens.
You become more relaxed. Your imagination picks up. In the best times, you experience awe and wonder.
Where do you feel most alive?
Choosing to get married under these sacred trees was one of the most "us" things we did, and that's how I want you to feel about the place you choose for your elopement.
For me and my husband, that special place is the redwoods.
(we walked down the aisle together!)
Choosing to get married under these sacred trees was one of the most "us" things we did, and that's how I want you to feel about the place you choose for your elopement.
For me and my husband, that special place is the redwoods.
( we walked down the aisle together!)
Worried you have absolutely no idea where or what that place or setting is for you?
Don't be.
"Okay, so you do location scouting, but like... what else?"
I love helping my couples create their unforgettable wedding day in the dreamiest place our mutual imaginations can conjure up.
Not only have I walked through planning my own dream intimate wedding, but I've also helped dozens of my couples do the same. Engaging my digital sleuthing skills for your elopement is one of my favorite things to do.
come find out!
"She also found THE most beautiful spot for our ceremony. Not only is she incredibly talented but from day one she was so reliable, punctual, and always made us feel like we were taken care of. Thanks so much making this a day that we will never forget!"
- Jill & Shay, 2021 couple
"For anyone who is looking for a fun, reliable, and talented photographer, Meg's got it all! She helped us feel so relaxed and laid back during our elopement."
