Sometimes the best laid plans don’t exactly unfold how you think on a wedding day, but we roll with it, adapt, and embrace the adventure. A record-breaking heat wave and torrents of bees couldn’t stop these two from having the best day ever for their sunset mountaintop elopement in Oregon! Emily and Jordan knew they […]

In this day and age, you’ve likely heard of the concept of manifestation or the law of attraction. The idea of putting a certain energy out into the world and having it return with what you seek. While there is more to it than simply thinking something once and having it come to fruition, sometimes […]

Struggling to prioritize health, safety and joy while planning your wedding in a pandemic? Check out this article for tips & tricks from real weddings!

This isn’t a blog meant to convince you to elope – no, this an unbiased breakdown of the financial costs of eloping versus having a traditional wedding. Personally, I don’t think one is better than the other. However, if you’re reading this, you’re probably trying to decide which kind of celebration best suits your goals, […]

ADA-Accessible Wedding & Elopement Locations in Oregon Created with consideration & consultation by Syren of Disabled Hikers who provided insight & sensitivity readings prior to publication for this resource about ADA-accessible elopements. Thank you to Jenn Maurer for copywriting excellence & compassion in helping to create this resource. Table of Contents You want to celebrate […]

How To Elope in Oregon Everything You Need To Know to Get Married in Oregon in 2025! Table of Contents Marriage Licensing Laws & Requirements to Get Married in Oregon The Best Oregon Elopement Locations Oregon Weather & Seasons, Plus, Getting Married When it Rains Oregon’s Seasons & Activities Why You Should Elope in Oregon […]

The lush mossy forest and gentle cascading waterfall of Panther Creek Falls in Carson, Washington marked the start to Sophie & Keven’s elopement, but their story isn’t as straightforward as you might think. When COVID-19 hit, Sophie & Keven’s original elopement date of 4/19/20 was in the middle of our local Oregon’s “Stay-At-Home” orders. They […]

I’ve called Oregon home for the last 17 years and let me tell you: Pacific Northwest weather can change on a dime. You notice this kind of thing when you’re a wedding and elopement photographer who regularly hikes to waterfalls for work. Whether rain makes you say “Heck yes!” or “Oh no!” I’ve got tips […]

Since I first posted this story, I’ve learned that Gary Chapman of The 5 Love Languages is homophobic. What I’ve shared below is in no way an endorsement of his horrific views. The reason I continue to share the information below is because I believe there is validity in the theory of love languages and […]