Wedy App Big Sur Elopement Photography Carmel By The Sea

Intimate, Authentic Weddings Along the Coast, Forests & Wild Places

California Elopement Photographer Crafting Real Love Stories

You’re not after a traditional wedding day. You want something real—barefoot vows on the cliffs, wind tangled in your hair, the ocean as your soundtrack.

You want your day to feel like a beautiful, unscripted scene—raw emotion, messy hair, laughter and tears, and all the little moments that make your story yours.

As a California elopement photographer, I specialize in capturing those wild, windswept moments—from coastal cliffs to towering redwoods and desert escapes. Your day will be carefully planned but never forced, with real light, real love, and zero pressure.

CALIFORNIA isn’t for everyone.

It’s for the feelers. The free spirits. The ones who cry when they see sunbeams hitting the ocean just right.

You want your elopement to feel like a scene out of your favorite coming-of-age indie film.
Messy hair. Teary eyes. Dirty dress.
The kind of day you feel in your bones.

Thoughtful planning support: I guide you through location research, permits, and timelines so you can relax and soak it all in.

Meaningful, authentic photos: No stiff poses, just honest moments that tell your unique story.

Flexible packages for every kind of love: Whether you want a quiet vow exchange or a full day celebration with your closest people, there’s a plan for you.

HERE'S WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE:

A young man in a light-colored suit and bow tie, standing outdoors on a cloudy day, smiling with hands in pockets.
Bride in a white wedding gown and veil holding a bouquet standing on an empty winding mountain road with green hills and fog in the background.
A bride in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet and with a veil, walking arm-in-arm with a woman in a purple dress on a dirt path surrounded by greenery and flowers, with foggy mountains in the background.
A young man in a light-colored suit and bow tie standing next to an older woman in a dark quilted jacket, both looking off into the distance on a wooden pier with a blurred ocean background.
A bride and groom exchange vows at a seaside wedding ceremony, with the ocean in the background.
A person in a gray suit holding a handwritten letter during a wedding ceremony. Another person in a lace dress is seen holding their hands near their waist.
A young woman in a wedding dress standing outdoors by the water, with a serene expression and a gentle smile.
A bride and groom exchange rings on a cliff overlooking the ocean during their wedding ceremony.
A bride and groom sharing a romantic kiss by the ocean on a rocky path, with a wooden railing and a distant rock in the water.
A bride and groom in wedding attire smiling and embracing on a beachside with ocean in the background.
A bride and groom share a kiss on a rocky coastline during their wedding, with blurred guests walking around them, in black and white.
A bride and groom walking along a dirt path near the coast, with ocean and rocky shoreline in the background, holding hands and facing away from the camera.
Bride and groom walking along a coastal dirt path, holding hands, with the ocean and rocky islands in the background.
A bride and groom walking hand in hand along a coastal trail with rocks and ocean in background
A bride and groom walking along a dirt path near the coast, smiling, with the ocean and rocks in the background.
A bride and groom stand on a dirt path near the coast, holding hands and smiling, with the ocean and rocky shoreline in the background.
A man in a suit walking towards the ocean on a rocky coastline with a woman in a wedding dress holding his hand, seen from behind.
A bride and groom standing on a beach with the ocean in the background, the bride holding a bouquet above her head.
A bride and groom standing on a dirt path near the coast, embracing each other during their wedding, with rocky cliffs and the ocean in the background.
A bride and groom embracing on a rocky coastal landscape, with the ocean and sky in the background, during their wedding.
A couple standing on a wooden bridge overlooking a hiking trail along a rugged coastline with rocks and waves in the distance, in a monochrome sepia tone.
Close-up of a couple's hands intertwined, with wedding rings, on a bride in a wedding gown with lace sleeves.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss outdoors on a rocky cliffside with a waterfall and hills in the background; the bride is wearing a white wedding gown and veil, and the groom is in a gray suit. Rose petals are scattered on the ground.
A couple standing close together by the ocean, forming a heart shape with their hands during a wedding.
A bride and groom stand close together near the ocean, sharing a kiss under the bride's veil on a rocky beach with scattered flower petals on the ground.
A bride and groom in wedding attire sharing a romantic moment on a rocky beach with ocean waves and cliffs in the background, surrounded by scattered pink and white flower petals.
A bride pointing at a groom on a beach during sunset, with the ocean in the background.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss on their wedding day outdoors, with scenic rocky hills and the sea in the background, in black and white.
Bride in white wedding gown with lace sleeves holding a bouquet of white flowers, standing on a rocky coastal landscape with ocean waves and foggy mountains in the background, surrounded by scattered pink and white flower petals.
A black-and-white photo of a bride and groom sitting on the ground near the beach, with the groom holding the bride close and the ocean and rocky cliffs in the background.
A bride sitting on the ground holding a bouquet of calla lilies, embraced by a man in a light-colored suit, with her eyes closed and a gentle smile.
A bride and groom walking together on a coastal trail during their wedding day. The bride is holding a small bouquet of white calla lilies, wearing an off-shoulder wedding dress with lace sleeves, and the groom is dressed in a light gray suit with a
A bride and groom standing on a wooden railing overlooking the ocean near rocky cliffs, with cloudy sky above.
A bride and groom embrace on a rocky cliff near the ocean, with green hills and cloudy sky in the background.
A bride and groom embrace on a grassy hill overlooking the ocean, with rocky cliffs in the background, in black and white.
A bride in a white wedding dress holding flowers looks back at a groom in a grey suit standing near the edge of a rocky coastline, with ocean waves and green hills in the background.
A bride and groom walk up a set of stairs on a grassy hillside overlooking the ocean, surrounded by yellow and green shrubbery, with gray overcast sky.
A bride and groom holding hands and walking along a trail in a forested area with a mountain in the background.
A bride and groom walking hand in hand on a dirt path through a forested area with mountains in the background.
A bride and groom dancing together on a forest trail with greenery and trees surrounding them.
A bride and groom walking together on a dirt path surrounded by trees, with green hills in the background, during daytime.
A newlywed couple in wedding attire stands under a natural archway of tree branches and leaves, sharing a joyful moment outdoors amidst greenery, with a scenic mountain background.
A newlywed couple on a sandy beach, with one person in a wedding dress being carried by the other, as they touch foreheads and smile at each other.
A woman in a wedding dress sitting on a rock at the beach, looking at a man in a suit who is standing nearby.
A woman in a wedding dress sitting on a rock at the beach, smiling, with a man in a gray suit watching her.
A woman in a wedding dress sitting on a large rock on the beach with ocean waves and rocky coastline in the background.

California Elopement Photographer Packages Designed for You

For couples who want less noise and more meaning.

  • ✧ THE HEIRLOOM ✧

    $11,800+


    The full story, told over time. Multi-day coverage for destination lovers, big-hearted planners, and couples who crave presence.


    • 10–12 hours coverage
    • 2 photographers
    • Adventure session (pre or post)
    • Digital + film hybrid
    • 900+ final images
    • 30-page heirloom album
    • Drone footage
    • All U.S. travel included


    → Custom quote for international or multi-day weddings

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  • ✧ THE STORY ✧

    $7,600


    For full wedding days with soul. Your vows, your people, your dance floor.


    • 9 hours coverage
    • 1 lead + second shooter
    • 700+ final images
    • Adventure session included
    • Digital lens edit (film-inspired)
    • Online gallery

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  • ✧ THE SIGNATURE ✧

    $5,800


    For elopements or intimate weddings with maximum meaning, minimal fluff.


    • 6 hours coverage
    • 1 photographer
    • 500+ final images
    • Ceremony, portraits + candid storytelling
    • Online gallery


    → Add a second shooter or adventure session as needed

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  • ✧ ELOPEMENTS ✧

    $2,800 – $6,000


    Just you two (+ me) and a location that sets your hearts on fire.


    • 3–8 hours of storytelling
    • All travel included for select U.S. bucket list locations
    • Online gallery


    → Elopements with over 15 guests may fall under “Wedding Collections”

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  • ✧ COUPLES SESSION ✧

    $950 – $2,800


    Engagements, anniversaries, or just because. Let's roll around in golden light.


    • 1–2 hours
    • Outfit changes welcome
    • All the artsy goodnessgoes here

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  • ✧ ADVENTURE SESSION ✧

    $1,600 – $3,200


    Like a date, but cinematic. Perfect for proposals, day-before shoots, or post-wedding cliff hangs.


    • 2–6 hours
    • Sunrise or sunset
    • Travel included for select spots

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  • ✦ OPTIONAL ADD-ONS ✦

    (Customize your experience. All à la carte.)

    • ✧ Digital Lens Gallery – $300
    Vintage-inspired softness without the stress of real film.
    • ✧ True Film Coverage – $600+
    35mm film included with your digital gallery.
    • ✧ Highlight Film (Video) – $2,000+
    3–7 minute cinematic edit of your day (drone footage as well).
    • ✧ Content Creation – $500+
    Behind-the-scenes, vertical clips, and social-ready reels.
    • ✧ Private Chef Experience – $125/hr
    Luxury dining add-on for elopement dinners or Airbnb nights.
    • ✧ Additional Hourly Coverage – $600/hr

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  • ✦ IMPORTANT TO MENTION ✦

    ✔️ Travel included for Utah, California, PNW, and select destinations
    ✔️ Elopement weekends and back-to-back coverage available
    ✔️ Payment plans offered by request
    ✔️ LGBTQ+ inclusive, body-positive, judgment-free zone

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THE PROCESS

  1. Reach Out – Tell me about your date, your dream, and your vibe.

  2. Let’s Chat – We'll hop on a call, talk energy + goals, and find your perfect fit.

  3. Secure Your Date – Signed contract + retainer = you're on the books.

  4. Plan Together – Timeline help, travel logistics, location ideas—I've got you..

Group of women dressed in elegant dresses smiling and posing for a photo outdoors on a wooden deck surrounded by green trees and plants.
Group of women taking a selfie at an outdoor event with trees and string lights in the background.
A woman in a white wedding dress holding hands with a man in a light gray suit at an outdoor wedding ceremony, with a officiant and another man in suits present, surrounded by trees and natural light.

Let’s create a day that doesn’t just look good, but feels right

  • Let’s savor every moment to the fullest

  • Make timeless memories with your soulmate

  • Exchange vows in a location that speaks to your heart

  • Spend the day with the person you cherish most

Or need something a little more custom? Let’s chat—every love story deserves its own frame.

A bride and groom in wedding attire sharing an intimate moment outdoors with rugged mountains in the background, in black and white.

NOW OFFERING A PRIVATE ‘CHEF’S KISS’ EXPERIENCE

Private chef: $125/hr + vibes. Food, travel & ingredients quoted. Think pasta, charcuterie, Iceland.

TL;DR?

I keep things simple but soulful.
If you’re after desert magic, not Pinterest pressure—
I’m your girl. Let’s make something unforgettable.

LET’S LOCK IT IN


You found the one (package, I mean). Now it’s time to make it official. Drop your info below and I’ll slide into your inbox to iron out the details, answer any lingering Qs, and get your dream day on the books. Big exhale. We’re doing this.