The Ultimate Guide to Eloping in the Samuel H Boardman Scenic Corridor

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO ELOPING IN THE SAMUEL H BOARDMAN SCENIC CORRIDOR Table of Contents The Samuel H Boardman Scenic Corridor is located along the Oregon Coast between the small towns of Brookings and Gold Beach. If I’ve said it before I’ve said it a thousand times: the Southern Coast is my favorite part of […]
Jenn and Ryan – Spark’s Lake Elopement Portraits

Blue hour at Spark’s Lake is amazing- the crowds are gone and a serene quiet settles over the landscape. I only had a quick 15 minutes with Jenn and Ryan as part of a larger blue hour “shoot out” with other photographers- here are my favorites!
Meg and Trinton – Sparks Lake Engagement Session

As a photographer, I LOVE harsh directional light, and even better if there is an equally moody and dynamic sky to go with. Harsh light is dramatic when paired with the landscape of Spark’s Lake. The directional light of late afternoon highlights the texture of the volcanic rocks and lava flows that surround the lake. […]
Taryn and Aaron – Sparks Lake Elopement Styled Portraits

Sparks Lake in the summer at sunset is hands-down one of the most beautiful vistas in the state of Oregon! This elopement styled portrait session for newlyweds Aaron and Taryn was a complete blast! I love that Sparks Lake is only about 30 miles from Bend, and has views of South Sister, Broken Top, and […]
Adventure Elopements : Frequently Asked Questions

What Is an Adventure ELopement? You’ve seen the gorgeous photos of brides and grooms in their wedding finest, perched upon some epic mountain peak and thought “That’s what I want!” That’s the dream right? But how can you get there?What does it really mean to have this type of wedding? Is every elopement an adventure […]
How to Elope in Oregon

Everything you need to know about eloping in Oregon (with pictures!)
What You Need to Know Before Planning An Elopement or Micro Wedding on the Oregon Coast (with 2024 updates!)

What You Need to Know Before Planning An Elopement or Micro Wedding on the Oregon Coast (with 2024 updates!) Let’s get right to it! The Oregon Coast is beautiful, rugged, and phenomenally photogenic. Having your elopement or micro wedding in this stunning natural scenery is an awesome decision that suits both adventure-loving and low key […]
How to Plan Your Elopement Reception.

The Complete Guide to Planning Your Post Elopement Reception
Creative Ways to Announce Your Elopement!

Creative Ways to Announce Your Elopement! Whether your elopement is a surprise, or if everyone is in the know, elopement announcements are a fun way to share the good news with everyone you love. Here are the most popular and creative ways to announce your elopement. Video call your friends and family as soon as […]
How to Prepare for a Winter Elopement

How to Prepare For a Winter Elopement Add Your Heading Text Here There are few landscapes that are more peaceful and magical than a snowy winter’s sunrise high in the mountains. A pink and blue dawn gives way to an explosion of golden light, reflecting from the snow and turning the landscape into a storybook […]