From real elopement stories to expert planning tips, you’ll find everything here to help you create a celebration that feels like you.
Kayla and Kent’s Northern California elopement was nothing short of magical, and I’m thrilled to be sharing it on the blog! These two were clear from the beginning about what mattered most to them: being present with each other, surrounded by nature, and creating a day that felt authentic to who they are. When they […]
There’s a moment during every Sonoma destination elopement I photograph when couples realize they’ve made the perfect choice—it might be while standing beneath towering redwoods, overlooking the Pacific coastline, or as golden light filters through vineyard rows at sunset. No matter where their celebration happens, I’ve witnessed firsthand how this corner of the world creates […]
Planning Your 2025 Elopement in Hendy Woods State Park Hendy Woods State Park is a stunning hidden gem in the hills of Northern California. This state park boasts 100 acres of old-growth redwood forest. Some of the trees are up to 300 feet tall, and a whopping 1,000 years old. If you’re wondering how to […]
What a day Victoria and Ary had!! These two live in SoCal and really wanted a coastal setting for their summer elopement; they scoured home rentals up and down the coast, and found the perfect one above Dillon in Tomales. They brought along their immediate family members to spend their elopement with, and relax there […]
One of the greatest things about choosing to elope is that you can do it anywhere. And often, it’s just the two of you which means it’s WAY easier to find a place to stay if you’re heading to a destination location (or just want to stay somewhere new for the occasion, even if it’s […]