Where to Elope: How to Choose Your Dream ‘I Do’ Destination

Deciding to elope is incredibly exciting — congratulations on choosing a path that’s as unique as your love story!! Now it’s time for the next big step, figuring out where to elope. It’s not just about picking a spot on the map; it’s about finding a place that feels like it was meant just for […]

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A wedding couple at their airbnb in Joshua Tree.

Elope in Style: Your 2024 Guide to Joshua Tree Airbnb Weddings

Okay, I’m just going to come out and say it – Joshua Tree is basically Airbnb heaven and an architectural design lover’s paradise. It’s a perfect place for anyone wanting an intimate and unique wedding experience surrounded by captivating beauty and stylish accommodations that complement the landscape. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the […]

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A couple in swimming suits kissing in a hot tub during their boudoir photos.

Embracing Intimacy: Couples Boudoir and How to Prepare for Your Steamy Session Photos

Embarking on a couples boudoir session is a daring yet intimate choice to capture the unique essence of your love. As a couples boudoir photographer, I offer seven key tips for a memorable experience. Prioritize open communication with your partner to establish comfort and expectations. Thoughtfully select wardrobe choices that complement each other and enhance your confidence. Embrace authenticity, allowing genuine moments to unfold naturally. Consider the setting, lighting, and ambiance to set the desired mood. Trust your photographer, relax, and enjoy the process. Personalize the session with sentimental items, ensuring your love story is beautifully and authentically captured.

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Couples Boudoir, Resources

A wedding couple kissing at night overlooking a desert canyon near Palm Springs.

Get Epic Night Sky Photos During Your Elopement or Engagement [2024 Guide]

In the world of wedding and elopement photography, couples are constantly seeking unique and breathtaking ways to immortalize their love stories. One trend that has taken the industry by storm is the incorporation of astrophotography (aka night sky photos) into engagement and elopement photos. Imagine exchanging vows under a blanket of stars or stealing a kiss under the Milky Way. In this blog post, we’ll explore the magical world of astrophotography and how it can elevate your engagement or elopement photos to celestial heights.

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A gothic plus size wedding couple in all black clothes standing near a cliff with red roses in the foreground.

A Spooky + Gothic Anniversary Session at Tettegouche State Park

We kicked off the day at the picturesque Gooseberry Falls, a location that perfectly embodied the couple’s desire for an authentic and whimsical photo shoot. P and T had expressed their dissatisfaction with their wedding photos, feeling they didn’t truly capture their playful and spooky personalities. So, we embarked on a mission to capture their essence in a way that truly resonated with them.

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Couples

A wedding couple dressed in all black on the southern Oregon coast surrounded a rock formations and the ocean.

An All-Day Elopement in the Redwoods and Southern Oregon Coast

We started our day surrounded by the majestic redwoods in Jedediah Smith State Park. As the sun filtered through the mists between the towering trees, K and H donned their more relaxed outfits, with K captivating everyone’s gaze in her stunning teal dress. We wandered through the woodland, soaking in the mystical atmosphere and indulging in some passionate Star Wars conversations. It was a dreamy start to an enchanting day.

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Elopements

A plus size wedding couple with the bride wearing a black dress kissing at Double Arch in Arches National Park.

A Snowy Moab, Utah Elopement at Arches National Park and Dead Horse Point

As the morning sunshine filtered through the windows of their cozy Airbnb, I arrived to capture the intimate moments of B + B getting ready for their special day. B’s excitement was electric as they received a gift – a pin adorned with precious photos of their late grandmother and brother. These loved ones held a special place in their hearts, and the pin served as a beautiful reminder that they were with them in spirit on this momentous occasion.

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Elopements, Intimate Weddings

A wedding couple wearing sunglasses sitting on chairs outside at their luxury Joshua Tree airbnb.

A Modern Airbnb Intimate Wedding in Joshua Tree, California

To make the most of their full-day photography package, E + T decided to start early. I picked them up from their Airbnb just before sunrise, and together we drove into Joshua Tree National Park. The sky was just starting to illuminate with the first hints of light as we arrived at Arch Rock. The couple stood beneath the majestic arch, and I instantly began capturing magical moments.

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Intimate Weddings

An engaged couple in wedding outfits kissing under the stars with a canyon at Anza Borrego in the background.

An Epic Astrophotography Engagement Session Outside Palm Springs, California

When A + C approached me about capturing their love story, they expressed their desire for a breathtaking engagement session. They yearned for a session that would transition from the warmth of the setting sun to the mesmerizing beauty of a star-studded night sky. Intrigued, I took a moment to reveal an unexpected aspect of my photography background — astrophotography. I shared some of my previous work, and they were super excited!

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Couples

An LGBTQ Couples Boudoir Session in a Rustic Minnesota Airbnb

When I + B reached out to me about doing an unconventional couples boudoir photo session in a cabin in the woods, I was all in and they brought their a-game. It was sexy, fun, and very very gay.

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Couples, Couples Boudoir