meet Luke

elopement photographer for couples who want their wedding to feel alive

I photograph elopements that feel like an amazing trip — intentional, intimate, and fully yours.

The days I love most have flow: beautiful light, intentional pacing, and space to actually enjoy what you’re doing and soak in your surroundings. I’ll guide you into strong moments, clean compositions, and flattering light, then step back and let things unfold naturally.

You don’t have to perform, and you don’t have to guess.

I care about how your day feels and how it looks because when those two things align, the photos end up honest, cinematic, and alive.

That’s the work that still matters to me years later. If you want that balance, we’ll probably work really well together.

"We made some incredible new core memories, and now our house is basically becoming a shrine to these photos. We couldn’t be happier with the experience."

Why I do this.

I’ve had a camera in my hand since I was a kid, and my very first booking back in 2018 was a seven-person elopement. Long before elopements blew up post-COVID, I was already in love with documenting these intimate, intentional days.

Since then, I’ve learned from some of the best in the industry, and my work’s been featured by Junebug Weddings, Bridal Guide, LOOKSLIKEFILM, Today, and more.

Wherever we go — foggy cliffs, desert canyons, mossy forests — the goal’s the same: to have a damn good time and turn your love into lasting, head-turning art.




EXPERIENCE THAT RUNS DEEP

I don’t just document your elopement.
I help you shape your experience.

That means holding a creative vision, reading the room in real time, and guiding when it actually helps while leaving space for things to unfold naturally.

A few things that define my approach:

What makes working with me different.

I’ve had a camera in my hand since I was a kid, and my very first booking back in 2018 was a seven-person elopement. Long before elopements blew up post-COVID, I was already in love with documenting these intimate, intentional days.

Since then, I’ve learned from some of the best in the industry, and my work’s been featured by Junebug Weddings, Bridal Guide, LOOKSLIKEFILM, Today, and more.

Wherever we go — foggy cliffs, desert canyons, mossy forests — the goal’s the same: to have a damn good time and turn your love into lasting, head-turning art.




EXPERIENCE THAT RUNS DEEP

We prioritize flow, light, and experience over rigid timelines or long hikes. Multiple locations, scenic drives, and time to settle into the day, all without it feeling like a production.

Flow-First, Multi-Location Days

Editorial when it fits. Candid when it matters. Emotional, stylish photos that feel natural rather than staged. Direction when needed, hands-off when not. 

Atmosphere-Driven, Cinematic Imagery

I’m LGBTQ+ and I work best with couples who want to feel relaxed being themselves, not “on” all day. Tender, goofy, intimate, bold — all welcome.

A Genuinely Safe, Comfortable Space

You don’t need a fully formed plan.
You don’t need perfect ideas.
You just need a sense of what you want your day to feel like.

When you're ready, I can help you out with the rest.

Outside of photographing elopements, I’m pretty low-key.

  • I’ve been shooting elopements since 2018 — long before they became mainstream (fun fact: my first solo wedding was a 7-person elopement!)
  • I’m drawn to dramatic landscapes, quiet moments, modern design, and a little mystery 🛸
  • My editing style is cinematic, atmospheric, and emotion-forward
  • I’m an introvert who somehow thrives doing this work

At the core of it, I care about people and about making work that feels honest, emotive, and worth remembering.

The best compliment I get isn’t just "we love the photos."

It’s "you captured exactly how it felt to be there."

A little about me.

Locations That Move Me

I’m drawn to the places that act as a character in the story you're there to tell.

The High Desert

The Atlantic Wilds

The Pacific Northwest

Tulum + The Yucatan

The Old World Coast

The good ol' PNW – a world of moody sea stacks, churning waterfalls, and the kind of deep, mystical forest quiet that makes you actually breathe. It’s for the deep-feelers who want drama and atmosphere. Think misty coastlines, ancient pines, and a day that feels completely grounded.

Best Time to Elope: March-November (late July–early October for mountains)
I’m in love with the minimalist, sculptural energy of the Southwest — the chic stays, the red rocks, and that specific high-desert road-trip energy. Whether we’re in Moab or Joshua Tree, the goal is to feel small in the best way possible. Maybe we’ll end the night under a blanket of stars or in a hot tub with champagne.

Best Time to Elope: February–April, September–October
This is for anyone who wants to go big and chase Icelandic waterfalls or the wild, rugged cliffs of the Scottish highlands. It’s raw, isolated, and unmistakably epic — the kind of place where the scenery feels like a movie set. We’ll chase light through rugged landscapes and build a story you’ll never stop talking about.

Best Time to Elope: May–October (midnight sun recommended June-August for Iceland)
For dreamers wanting high-contrast editorial moments and quiet cliffside vows along the Mediterranean. From the white-washed minimalism of the Greek Isles to the vibrant facades of the Italian Coast, the light and atmosphere here are something else. We’ll skip the tourist traps and find spots where you can relax and soak in the moment.

Best Time to Elope: March–May, September–November
I love the way brutalist concrete and textural luxury meet the wild, emerald foliage of the tropical jungle here. This is for couples looking for a trip-first experience centered on art and architecture. We’ll spend the day between design-forward boutique hotels and the silent, turquoise depths of a private cenote.

Best Time to Elope: November–March

"It felt like hanging out with a friend who just happened to be taking incredible photos. Nothing felt forced — it was just us, and he captured it perfectly.”

When you work with me, you’re getting:

  • A photographer who prioritizes experience over tradition
  • A day shaped around light, mood, and energy
  • Creative direction without micromanagement
  • Space to relax, move, explore, and actually enjoy yourselves
  • Photos that feel emotional, cinematic, and unmistakably you

At the heart of it, I want to encourage you to take the dream trip, trust what feels right, and create incredible new core memories you’ll be grateful you chose. 

What you can expect.

I’ve had a camera in my hand since I was a kid, and my very first booking back in 2018 was a seven-person elopement. Long before elopements blew up post-COVID, I was already in love with documenting these intimate, intentional days.

Since then, I’ve learned from some of the best in the industry, and my work’s been featured by Junebug Weddings, Bridal Guide, LOOKSLIKEFILM, Today, and more.

Wherever we go — foggy cliffs, desert canyons, mossy forests — the goal’s the same: to have a damn good time and turn your love into lasting, head-turning art.




EXPERIENCE THAT RUNS DEEP

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Next Steps

Step One: 

If this feels aligned:

Reach out with whatever you have — even if it’s just a vibe for now

Step two: 

We’ll talk through ideas and possibilities for your elopement experience

Step tHREE: 

We’ll build a day that feels natural, meaningful, and genuinely fun 

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If you want a wedding that feels free, personal, and worth the effort —
I’d love to help you create it. :)

Curious about what to expect & how this whole process works?

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