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Best Mountain Photoshoot Locations Near Denver

The Best Mountain Photoshoot Locations near Denver, Colorado

There are so many amazing spots to adventure to for your mountain photoshoot or elopement in Colorado. This list won’t even begin to skim the top of epic spots in Colorado. But if you want to be able to fly into Denver and elope in the mountains without a ton of extra work like long hikes or a 4×4 vehicle then this list of Colorado Front Range Elopement & Micro-Wedding Locations is for you! It’s even perfect for engagement sessions, too!

Table of Contents

  • Colorado Elopement and Mountain Photoshoot Locations near Denver
    • Locations Within a Hour from Denver
      • Lookout Mountain in Golden, Colorado
        • Permit Info
      • Lost Gulch Overlook in Boulder, CO
      • Mt Falcon West in Indian Hills, Colorado
      • Evergreen, Colorado
      • St. Mary’s Glacier in Idaho Springs, Colorado
    • Elopement Locations Around 1.5 Hours from Denver
      • Sapphire Point Overlook in Dillon, Colorado
      • Rocky Mountain National Park near Estes Park and Grandby, Colorado
      • Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs, Colorado
      • Loveland Pass on the Continental Divide
      • Indian Peaks Wilderness
      • Kruger Rock in Larimer County near Estes Park, Colorado
    • Locations around 2 to 2.5 hours from Denver
      • Breckenridge, Colorado
      • Leadville, Colorado
      • Vail, Colorado
      • Twin Lakes, Colorado
      • Buena Vista, Colorado
        • Photographing across the Rocky Mountain Region
        • Telluride | Silverton | Wolf Creek | Ouray | Durango | Silverthorne | Breckenridge | Steamboat Springs | Vail | Aspen | Keystone | Rocky Mountain National Park | Sand Dunes National Park | Black Canyon of the Gunnison 

Colorado Elopement and Mountain Photoshoot Locations near Denver

These mountain photoshoot, elopement and micro-wedding locations are perfect for ceremonies with anywhere from 2 to around 25 guests. Some of them are less ideal for micro-weddings but don’t worry, I’ll let you know in that locations excerpt below. This list is a list of locations for the ceremony only. None of these spots can host a reception and most of them have rules like no erecting structures or bringing in seating.

The closest to Denver, and therefore easiest to access, mountain range is the Front Range. In this guide I’ll include the best Front Range locations plus a few of my favorite locations that are on the cusp of 2 hours and are 2-2.5 hours from Denver. I like to include these because as you get farther from Denver (some of) the locations become less crowded. I’ll note which locations are bit busier, but for the most part these locations will usually be on the more crowded side because of their ease (minimal hiking and/or no 4×4) to get there. I’ll also list my favorite small hike locations within these areas because these hikes are relatively easy.

PLEASE NOTE: Mountain weather and traffic varies greatly all year long. The times I’m giving are with no traffic. Please always be prepared for mountain traffic, road closures etc with the proper supplies in your vehicle. Mountain weather can change quickly so be prepared with layers, a light jacket, and sunblock. And always be sure to stay hydrated before and during your adventures in the high country. If you aren’t familiar with winter mountain driving or gear you’ll need to enjoy it check out my How to Guide for Winter Mountain Adventures!

Locations Within a Hour from Denver

Lookout Mountain in Golden, Colorado

A groom wipes tears away from his Bride's face during their mountain top elopement ceremony in Golden, Colorado

Lookout Mountain is located above the historic town of Golden, Colorado. It’s a popular spot for tourists and locals because it’s only 30 minutes from the city but gives you all the mountain feels. Since Lookout Mountain is the first mountain next to the plains you get great views looking east, over Denver’s cityscape. This location is ideal for just the couple, or the couple and 1-2 guests max. It’s not a large space on a mountain side with some exposure.

Lookout Mountain is a great spot for winter elopements who aren’t always wanting a ton of snow but want mountains. It’s an easier mountain to access in the winter but can be slippery with ice so always wear additional footing like micro-spikes.

Miles from Denver: 19 miles
Elevation: 7,379′
Permit: Yes. Must fill out at least 5 days prior and will need to submit proof of general liability insurance.

Permit Info


Permit Application: https://www.denvergov.org/content/denvergov/en/office-of-special-events/film.html
Contact:
Nneka Johnson | Special Events Liaison
Office of Special Events, City and County of Denver
Direct 720.913.1598 l Office 720.913.1501 l
Nneka.johnson@denvergov.org

Want to see more from the above Lookout Mountain elopement? Click here!
Click here to see a sunrise Engagement session on Lookout Mountain!

Lost Gulch Overlook in Boulder, CO

A BIPOC couple kissing on top of a mountain in Colorado where they just eloped on a gorgeous winter day in February

Lost Gulch Overlook on Flagstaff Mountain in Boulder is another great spot for an elopement ceremony in Colorado. It has gorgeous sweeping views and you stand on a large, rocky outcropping with cliffs that you would not want to fall off of. It’s a popular hang out spot and pretty popular with the tourists as well. But most people are really nice when they see a bride in her wedding dress. But it is not a place you can reserve so they do have a right to be there as well. You will need a photography permit for OSMP but your photographer will have to apply for it as they ask for proof of general liability insurance.

Miles from Denver: 32.8 miles
Elevation: 7,333′
Permit: Yes. A permit from Boulder’s OSMP is required for Lost Gulch Overlook. During covid you must also email the permit contact to make a reservation for the location, date and time you’d like. They are limiting special use of the areas so to continue social distancing.
Permit Application: https://bouldercolorado.gov/osmp/apply-for-a-commercial-use-permit

Click here to see more from the adventure elopement with friends I shared above.

Mt Falcon West in Indian Hills, Colorado

The perfect view for an elopement from Mount Falcon West in Indian Hills, Colorado along 285 near Evergreen

Mount Falcon West is a popular spot for hiking and photo sessions alike. It’s got tall grass, pine trees, and big boulders with view mountain views.

Distance from Denver: 27.2 miles
Elevation: 7,847′
Permit: Yes
Permit Application: https://jeffco.us/open-space/permits-and-reservations/

Evergreen, Colorado

A couple snuggles on a winter day on squaw pass for their adventure elopement in Colorado

Mestaa’Ėhehe Pass (formerly Squaw Pass) is located in the Arapaho National Forest halfway between Evergreen and Idaho Springs. It connects the two towns along a beautiful high country mountain road with mountain views, aspens, wildflowers, lakes, waterfalls, and lookouts. It’s a gorgeous area to explore for an adventure elopement!

Distance from Denver: 32.9 miles
Elevation: 9,790′
Permit: No

St. Mary’s Glacier in Idaho Springs, Colorado

I haven’t been to St Mary’s Glacier yet but have plans to check it out this summer and do a little 4x4ing over in the area. St. Mary’s Glacier is a popular spot for its ease of access and short trail. I highly suggest sunrise at locations like this to avoid the crowds and have some privacy.

Distance from Denver: 43.9 miles
Elevation: 11,236′
Permit: No
Hike: Yes. 807′ elevation gain in just under a mile. It’s a butt kicker but the views are worth it at sunrise!

Elopement Locations Around 1.5 Hours from Denver

Sapphire Point Overlook in Dillon, Colorado

A couple snuggles close on a freezing cold morning in the mountains with their dog at Sapphire Point Overlook

Sapphire Point is one of the most popular overlooks in Colorado. It’s perfectly situated between Dillon and Breckenridge along the Dillon Reservoir. It’s along a trail but it has a beautiful little overlook surrounded in natural stones making the perfect elopement ceremony space. It can even host more guests for an intimate wedding if you were having a micro wedding in Colorado. You have to rent the space out but it’s an affordable cost of only $110. Click here for Sapphire Point Overlook’s reservation website and calendar. You can rent chairs and have them brought out to the point for your guests if you’d like. This rental company does this for intimate weddings at Sapphire Point often.

Distance from Denver: 74.5 Miles
Elevation: 9,500′
Permit: Normally yes, currently no. Weird rules due to covid right now. But this is a public place so without a permit you cannot kick anyone out of the overlook area.

Rocky Mountain National Park near Estes Park and Grandby, Colorado

Couple's portraits after an elopement wedding in Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park has so many great spots to elope. They require a wedding permit and that you use a specific location for exchanging vows but it’s a reasonable price at only $250. Each of their specified ceremony sites are gorgeous! And, once you exchange vows at one of their ceremony sites you can then adventure to anywhere in the park you want for photos. You can find all the information about ceremony sites in Rocky Mountain National Park here. Just keep in mind that these ceremony sites are super popular, so book your spot in advance. I’d start to try to reserve it 12 months in advance if possible. Only 250 permits are issued a year with only 6 weddings allowed in the park per day, and only 2 weddings at each location per day.

You can always have your ceremony outside the Rocky Mountain National Park, in Estes Park or Grand Lake and then go into the park for photos. The permit just for photography is only $50 and has to be secured by your photographer.

Distance from Denver: ~70 miles
Elevation: 7,860 feet to 14,259 feet
Permit: Yes.

Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs is one of the most iconic destinations in the state. It boasts stunning red rock formations that only the god’s could have created, hence the name. They don’t require a permit for small and quick ceremonies. They have a list of locations they you can use and their rules. Check out their wedding information here.

Distance from Denver: 68 miles
Elevation: 6,400′
Permit: No.

Loveland Pass on the Continental Divide

A groom holds his bride's ice skates as they walk towards a frozen backcountry alpine lake in the Arapahoe National Forest in Colorado

Loveland Pass is one those on top of the world mountain elopement locations. If you have dreams of being above tree line and surrounded by Rocky Mountain peaks than Loveland Pass may be the perfect spot for your elopement. You just have to be careful coming from Denver or lower altitudes because it’s above 12,000 feet elevation and includes some hiking to get to the best spots. It’s an awesome spot to hike around and enjoy the views. Be sure to check the weather before you head up as it can turn in the blink of an eye and sometimes the wind can be a bit too intense. Luckily just driving down the pass road towards the west end will give you lots of other beautiful options for your intimate elopement as well.

Distance from Denver: 60 miles
Elevation:11,991′
Permit: No

Want to see more from this epic winter elopement at Loveland Pass? Click here!

Indian Peaks Wilderness

a couple walks across a stream at Lake Isabelle for their adventure engagement session

Lake Isabelle is location in Brainard Lake Recreation Area in the Indian Peaks Wilderness near Ward, Colorado. The area is full of gorgeous high alpine lakes, waterfalls and wildlife. The most popular spots for elopements in this area are Lake Isabelle and Brainard Lake because they’re the easiest to get to. The summer trail to Lake Isabelle is only 5.5 miles out and back and 551 feet of elevation gain.

In the winter the parking lot right near Brainard Lake gets covered in snow and closes the road. The winter lot adds on 4+ miles round trip. For winter elopements past Brainard lake you’re very likely to need snowshoes all winter long due to the fact the area is at such a high elevation. The winter trail to Lake Isabelle is much longer and gets a lot of snow.

Distance from Denver: 52 miles
Elevation: 10,300′
Permit: No. Just entry fee needed to get into the parking area. Reservations required in the peak season.

Kruger Rock in Larimer County near Estes Park, Colorado

Kruger Rock has a short but steep hike at 4 miles round trip and almost 1,000 ft of elevation gain. It’s pretty much up the whole time but for the views it’s worth it. We’ll take our time with lots of breaks on the way up. No rush, it’s your day to have fun!

Distance from Denver: 63.5 miles
Elevation: 9,355′
Permit: Yes. Permit needed from Larimer County.

Locations around 2 to 2.5 hours from Denver

As you get further from Denver the amount of tourists can start to taper off. But that’s not to say these spots don’t also fill up in the summer time. Colorado is a popular state for mountain recreation. No matter where you choose to get married, if you want more seclusion at the easier to get to locations, I suggest a sunrise start or a weekday.

Breckenridge, Colorado

a couple basks in the last light of the day at their Breckenridge Elopement

Distance from Denver: 80.6 miles
Elevation: 9,600′
Permit: No

Leadville, Colorado

Colorado mountain elopement location with a beach

Turquoise Lake is one of my favorites in the state. It has amazing camping plus recreational activities all year round. It’s a high alpine lake surrounded by several 14ers in the Sawatch and Mosquito Ranges like Mt. Sherman and Colorado’s two highest peaks Mt. Massive & Mt. Elbert. It’s a great location for any kind of elopement on the water. Rent a boat, bring your paddleboards and set up camp or rent a nearby cabin. Leadville is an awesome little town with it’s own mountain town charm. It’s the highest elevated city in the US so if you’re planning on visiting Leadville be sure to prepare yourself for the change in altitude.

Distance from Denver: 65.5 miles
Elevation: 8,150′
Permit:

Vail, Colorado

Vail is known for its upscale amenities, epic fall colors, and some awesome winter turns. But the locations in Vail aren’t all technically in Vail. Vail only has a few great spots in town and most of them have a hefty fee. Here’s a list of spots I know of in and around Vail for eloping with no venue or location fees.

Piney Lake is 45 minutes up a beautiful dirt road to the North. You’ll want a four wheel drive just to make it easier but you’ll get beautiful, rocky peaks right up close, in all their epic glory. Piney River Ranch is open in the summer. They offer rustic cabins and host weddings on their deck. You can rent canoes or pay to use the lake with your own gear. It’s quite the beautiful and romantic location for an adventurous mountain elopement.

Shrine Pass is 25 minutes from Vail. It’s a beautiful red gravel road that leads to Redcliffe, Colorado. With views of the Gore range and lots of space to explore Shrine Pass is a great location for an adventurous elopement in Colorado.

There are pull-offs between Avon and Wolcott that have some beautiful roads leading to high up views of the surrounding mountain ranges.

The Gore Range Trails: if you’re looking to put in a little extra effort you can hike up a few miles into some of the backcountry trails and get those epic Rocky Mountain vibes.. The trails in this area are lined with wildflowers and creeks. The dark grey rock of the Gore Range is predominant among the peeks.

Holy Cross Event Deck is located up on Vail mountain. It’s rented by Vail events and accessed with a gondola ride for you and your guests. The gondola takes up to an outdoor deck with stunning ‘top of the world’ views looking out over the gore range.

Distance from Denver: 96.7 miles
Elevation: 9,603′
Permit:

Twin Lakes, Colorado

Distance from Denver: 122 miles
Elevation: 9,603′
Permit:

Buena Vista, Colorado

Distance from Denver: 122.6 miles
Elevation: 7,965′
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Photographing across the Rocky Mountain Region
Telluride | Silverton | Wolf Creek | Ouray | Durango | Silverthorne | Breckenridge | Steamboat Springs | Vail | Aspen | Keystone | Rocky Mountain National Park | Sand Dunes National Park | Black Canyon of the Gunnison 

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It’s my first day of class to get certified as a It’s my first day of class to get certified as a Wilderness First Responder! 🤩🏔

Will I be getting a job as such and rescuing people for a living? No, well I sure hope I don’t have any rescues to do ever😅 But I will be able to provide all clients with first aid and rescue in the case of an emergency in the backcountry after May 12th! I hope I never have to do this but just in case, I’m here for you in every way possible. ❤️‍🩹

This will also lead me into getting hiking & backpacking guide certified. I’m super stoked to be able to add (legit) guiding to my services for clients! I want you all to be in the best hands possible and have the best experience in the outdoors. 

Cheers to many more (safe & injury free) adventures! ✨🏔✨

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Dream lake at sunrise is the perfect place to prop Dream lake at sunrise is the perfect place to propose 😍😍😍

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Proposal second shot with @savannahchandlerphoto ✨
I love all y’all ♥️ for supporting my busine I love all y’all ♥️ for supporting my business by booking with me or commenting on my posts or clicking on my links or sharing my work with others or for simply being here and enjoying the content that I put out. I appreciate all of it and all of you so very very much. 

Without you there would be nothing.. I would have no business and quite frankly, very little happiness since photography, adventures and love are what drive me. 

I’m so grateful for this community and this outlet to create and share and interact with so many people I’d never get to otherwise. I’ve met my very best friends through social media. Heck, I met my husband on MySpace (😝🥰) like 13 years ago. So also, thank you social media and it’s creators and upkeepers! 

So just thank you. Thank you for being you. Thank you for being here. Thank you for sharing yourselves with me (in person or online)! You are loved. You are more than enough. And you are amazing! ♥️♥️♥️

#youareloved❤️ #iloveyouall #nowletsadventure
Yo professional third wheel here.. Basically I he Yo professional third wheel here..

Basically I help people plan really really hot and adventurous dates (or fun & wholesome adventurous outings with family 😆) and follow them around with my camera. Kind of like the most epic stalker one could ever have. Lol

Need ideas for your hot date or family adventures?! Hit me up! I’ll get to know ya’ll and what you’re into first and then I give you all the ideas for what might be the perfect time together! Including cool places you can stay with specific hikes or activities you can do in the area and local trusted adventure companies! 

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There isn’t much that is better than animals on There isn’t much that is better than animals on wedding days ✨ it doesn’t matter what kind. Your pets or wildlife, it all makes me giddy.

But I’m dying to photograph a horseback elopement! Did you know you can do a guided horseback camping trip in the mountains? It’d be so freaking cool to head a few miles into the backcountry on horseback. Not having to carry your stuff and having camp set up for you. Then you get to relax and enjoy each other by the camp fire while dinner is made. Before waking up to say your vows as the sun rises… okay maybe you get ready with the sun and head off on horseback to say your vows somewhere even more private. I’m go with the flow! 

Ughhh, maybe it’s just me and my South Dakota born, horseback riding, camping loving, adventurous self but this sounds so dreamy.. 😍

You can do this kind of trip with a company like @halfmoonpacking 🙌

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I never want to stop making memories with you ✨ I never want to stop making memories with you ✨ {you to your partner but also me to you 😁}

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I’m ready for summer and more mountain adventure I’m ready for summer and more mountain adventure days like this one with friends! I’m excited to see more places that I haven’t yet, camp in all the places and paddle board on some gorgeous alpine lakes. 🤩

Another epic summer is ahead!
Sharing because sometimes I want to be a landscape Sharing because sometimes I want to be a landscape photographer and travel influencer. 

Who am I kidding? I’m hoping to actually be that right now. Even with just my cell phone photos 😁 I had my camera with me here because I was doing an engagement shoot but I think I legit forgot to take a photo with it because the sun went away and I was cold. My brain doesn’t work that well when I get too cold. 😆

If you haven’t been to Maroon Bells in Aspen I highly suggest adding it to your must see list! This is during sunset and that alpenglow is just 😍. Just know that you need a reservation for parking (day parking and overnight parking you’re planning a hiking or backpacking trip). 

If you want to shoot here hit ya girl up! They’ve got an awesome little amphitheater space that you can rent for ceremonies, too. It’s for ceremonies only and holds up to 50 ppl. You can rent out the picnic site just a few miles away for your reception. Just go to Recreation.gov and search Maroon Bells Amphitheater. But be sure to do your research and snag your date and time right when it opens as it’s a popular one! I’m pretty sure it’s already booked for 2022. 🥺 oh and don’t forget to get your parking or shuttle passes either! 

#maroonbells #maroonbellselopement #aspenelopement #aspencolorado
Happy 8th Wedding Anniversary to the love of my li Happy 8th Wedding Anniversary to the love of my life ♥️ our love is definitely my favorite adventure 😍

Thank you for being my biggest supporter. I’m so beyond grateful for your love. ✨

Our first matching shirts for our breakfast date today 🥰
Adventures aren’t strictly for the mountains… Adventures aren’t strictly for the mountains… every now and then ya girl enjoys an urban adventure with my couples. 😍 And with my hubs. 👩🏼‍🤝‍👨🏾👩🏼‍❤️‍👨🏽

It’s fun to explore the city but I’m glad living in Colorado gives me the option of city and mountain adventures! 

If you love adventuring in Denver sometimes but chose to elope in the mountains (because well duh😍) you can still celebrate your love with both and have an urban adventure engagement session! We’ve got some really cool art, architecture and indoor spots to explore! Basically, I follow you around on your date night in the city. 😍

If you know the artists of the street art in these photos please tag their IGs! I lost my notes with the artists listed but I really love to support them and share their work when I get to. ✨

#denvercolorado #rinoartdistrict #urbanadventure #adventurousstorytellers #coloradoadventure #coloradoadventurephotographer #denveradventures #denverartists #denverphotographer #denverportraits #lgbtqlove
As much as creating a new website has been a pain As much as creating a new website has been a pain in the butt, going back and blogging past weddings again has been so much fun!

I’ll never forget this epic and untraditional wedding of Kelsey & Matthews. They entered their ceremony together from a pedicab. They had their guests delivered to the ceremony via pedicab and then had flower crowns and boutonnières for them all to wear. Instead of a first dance  and parent dances they did a first corn hole toss against each other on teams with their mother and father. And instead of fancy table flowers they chose an epic floral wall as a backdrop for all their group pics. 

How freaking cute is Kelsey and her grandma? The wind blew grandma’s dress up for her Marilyn Monroe moment. 😆

They hired the dream team of vendors to help make their day stress free and perfect. And I’d say we nailed it. 😉

Now that’s my kinda wedding! 😍

Planner: @awevents.colorado
Florals: @earthtonesfloral 
Venue: @hudsongardensevents 

*edited to add* clearly I’m vibing with the black and whites from this day. 🤗🖤🤍😍

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I’m ready for our Summer of Fun 3 @savannahchand I’m ready for our Summer of Fun 3 @savannahchandlerphoto 🤗🤩🏔 

Can’t wait to see where the trails will lead us this year!
Well I was dreaming of summer and then…. ❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️🏂❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️🤩 

…we chased a 46” storm and got the epic blue bird powdy day of our dreams. Now I can’t stop thinking about powdy and I’m hoping March and April bring copious amounts of snow to the mountains near me. 

#powderdreams #wolfcreek #heavenonearth😍 #powderparadise #burtonsnowboards #burtongirls #doubleblackdiamond #sanjuanmountains #ilovewolfcreek
If you fall I will catch you, I’ll be waiting… If you fall I will catch you, I’ll be waiting… with my camera 📸😎😆

elopement second shot a few years back ( I think before the vid) for @savannahchandlerphoto
I couldn’t imagine life without my own adventuro I couldn’t imagine life without my own adventurous love. I hear a lot of love stories in this line of work, but ours will always be my favorite. ✨​​​​​​​​
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Photography has brought so many amazing humans int Photography has brought so many amazing humans into my life. I’m forever grateful to the photo community I have. ​​​​​​​​
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Taking photographs has been apart of my life for the past 23ish years. I’ve always searched out moments and views worthy of a shot. I’ve been fortunate to get to travel throughout and a camera has always been part of my arsenal. Being a photographer pushes me further in everything I do.​​​​​ Further hikes and adventures, further growth. 
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I had a friend who is also a photographer tell me that I work everywhere I go and never take a break because I bring my camera everywhere to take photos or want to create content on adventures and trips. But what they didn’t realize is I’m doing what makes me happy. Just because my camera is now what pays my bills doesn’t mean it isn’t still my best friend. I didn’t pick up a camera as an adult just to start a business. Or because I wanted to capture parenthood and then it turned into a hobby business. ​​​​​​​​No busting on people who did, it’s just not my story.
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My camera is an extension of me, it has been an extension of me for as long as I can remember. And I never want to become so into using it as just a tool for money that I stop using it as a tool for my pure, unadulterated joy.​​​​​​​​
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I was sad when someone who I thought was my best friend said that to me. Because they meant it in a mean and horrible way. But they only said that because I don’t take a “break from work” in the same exact way that they do. I didn’t perfectly align with their vacations the way they wanted, because I take photos for fun and not just for work, and they simply don’t.​​​​​​​​
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But I’ve found people. The ones who want to stop for photos as much as I do. The ones who feel the same about their camera & images, beyond the work purposes it serves. It doesn’t even have to be anything more than our phone cameras a lot of the time, it just sparks joy to create all the time. ✨📸🙏🥰♥️
All Who Wander for all who wander 😍✨🤍 ​​​​​​​​
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Adventurous brides are my favorite 🥰 ​​​​​​​​
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A double rainbow, doesn’t get much better. This A double rainbow, doesn’t get much better. This 10 year anniversary session on Oahu was pure magic. They had travelled from Australia to celebrate their vow renewal. We met up in the morning and headed out on an amazing sunrise adventure. ✨​​​​​​​​
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I love adventuring and being weird with you ✨ I love adventuring and being weird with you ✨
Elopements are my love language. Quality time spen Elopements are my love language. Quality time spent, words of affirmation/love, and touch. The experience of it over the thing of it all. Low waste and maximum gratitude. Cultivating joy by sowing into your most important relationships with intention and meaning. Setting the stone for strong bonds and love. 

Eloping has no box, just you, and it fits like a glove. 

I hope everyone had a special V-day and made someone feel loved. ♥️
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