How Does the Process Work?​

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​1.) Let's Be Friends

Schedule your complimentary consultation and we'll set up a phone call or video chat where I get to know more about the two of you! We'll discuss your vision, scheduling, location ideas, and any questions you have.

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2.) Make it Official!

Once you've chosen a date, we'll sign the contract, pay the retainer, and start looking for your perfect destination! 

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3.) Nailing Down the Details

I'll send my planning guide loaded with information, how-tos, and helpful tips & tricks! I'll also send a questionnaire for the two of you to go over that will help me scout out the best locations for your wedding destination.  I will research permits & laws to make sure we're doing things the right way, and share vendor recommendations for any other you'd like to hire. You'll book your vendors and fill out the necessary paperwork and permits yourselves, but I'll handle any and all travel for myself, with the exception of on-site excursions. If you want to enjoy any other activities that day, I can help you put those plans into action as well. We'll chat throughout the period before your big day arrives to put together a plan and ensure that everything will go as smoothly as possible. 

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4.) Get Married!

It's here! All of the plans we put together to make the day an experience to remember will pay off because your best day ever has arrived. It's time to mentally unwind, focus on being fully present with the person you're marrying, and commit yourselves to each other for life. 

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What do we do for 8 hours during an elopement?

Don't worry - this definitely isn't a whole day of posing for photos. This is you having the best day ever I'm just there to document it! You'll share new experiences, see new things, get married, and celebrate all within that time. It actually goes by pretty quickly, especially when you're including things like hiking, ATV rides, kayaking, pub hopping, fireside celebrations, helicopter rides, and exploring new locations. 

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How far in advance should we expect to book?

I've helped couples plan elopements from 2 years out all the way to 2 weeks out! But most couples book around 6-9 months away from the wedding day so that we have enough time to obtain the necessary permits, score a dress, and find travel accommodations. 

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Can we bring our family, friends, or pets?

Absolutely! More often than not, I'm photographing elopements that have a few guests to help share the day with the couple. But my advice - only bring guests with you if that's what YOU want and if they'll contribute to your happiness that day, not take away from it. If you don't think that will be the case, think about including them in other ways! I have plenty of ideas to share that will help them feel included without being physically present.

 

As far as pets - I love meeting new furry friends! But if you're bringing them along with you on the trails, I ask that they be leashed and recommend having someone else with us that can handle them so it's not something you'll need to worry about when they get tired, bored, or uncomfortable in their environment.