For the couples who want a day that feels lived, not performed.
Destination elopement Photographer
There are a thousand ways to get married
…most of them loud, crowded, and tangled with expectations that never felt like yours in the first place.
Then there’s this.
A seaside cliff in Spain with the sun dipping below the mountains.
A castle in Ireland without a soul in sight.
A waterfall in Iceland that feels like another world.
The world makes space for you in a way traditional weddings never have.
I’m Michelle, a destination elopement photographer and guide for couples who want presence over pressure, intention over performance, and a wedding day that feels like coming home to yourselves.
Wherever you’re dreaming of going, I’m here to help you make it real.
Not overwhelming. Not complicated. Just true to you.
WHAT IT FEELS LIKE TO WORK WITH ME
Most couples come to me before they know anything for certain — not the date, not the country, not the plan.
Good.
You don’t need any of that yet.
Here’s how I help you turn a dream into a day you’ll remember for the rest of your life:
01. Choosing the right destination
I help you navigate seasons, weather, accessibility, privacy, time zones, and budget so you feel confident you’re picking the place that fits you — not the internet.
02. Crafting a day that feels like the two of you
Slow mornings. Wandering a quiet village. Climbing to a viewpoint only locals know. A dinner after sunset.
No performance. No timeline that squeezes the magic out of everything.
Just a day built around what matters.
03. Travel support + on-the-ground guidance
I help you figure out the best flights, where to stay, what to avoid, and how to keep things effortless. Once I arrive, I scout locations, watch the light, and build a flow that feels natural and grounded.
04. Vendor recommendations
Florists, planners, stylists, private chefs, makeup artists — vetted, aligned people who treat your day with the same care you do.
05. Honest, grounded photography (and film, if you want it)
I’m not here to pose you into someone else’s version of romance.
My job is to create space for you to be yourselves — so what we capture feels real, not recreated.
I photograph destination elopements across the U.S., Europe, and beyond.
Some of the places that keep pulling me back:
Spain Mallorca, Northern Spain
Ireland Wicklow, hidden castles
Mexico Tulum, Sayulita, Mexico City
Italy Dolomites, Amalfi Coast, Tuscany
Iceland Waterfalls, cliffsides, black sand beaches
Bucket list locations:
Portugal
Switzerland
Bolivia
Scotland
Norway
If want to keep it stateside, here are my fave U.S. destinations: Oregon (PNW in general)
Joshua Tree
Appalachia
Utah
If you don’t see your location listed, that’s the fun part — we build it from scratch.
DESTINATION LOCATIONS I SPECIALIZE IN
WHAT IT FEELS LIKE TO WORK TOGETHER
My job isn’t to choreograph your day.
It’s to make space for you to actually feel it.
You’ll always know what’s next.
No guessing. No confusion.
From travel guidance to timelines, you’ll feel supported and in the loop from the very beginning.
You’ll never feel rushed.
Elopements breathe best with space.
We move in a way that feels natural, grounded, and unrushed — always.
You’ll spend the day being yourselves, not performing.
No stiff posing. No recreating moments.
Just honest connection and space to actually be present with each other.
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Destination Elopement packages
Destination elopements begin at $6,000
Most couples invest around $8,800 depending on location, travel, and hours of coverage.
Every destination package includes:
photography (digital and 35mm film)
planning guidance from day one
timeline creation
vendor recommendations
location research + on-the-ground scouting
gentle direction when needed, space when it isn’t
all travel included or clearly outlined — no surprise fees
Travel Structure
My travel is always:
already included in your quote. I book all of my own travel arrangements including flights, rental cars, and lodging.
3 days of travel (scouting day + elopement day + return home)
No confusing add-ons. No complicated itemizing. No fine print.
REAL QUESTIONS COUPLES ASK about destination elopements
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No. Dreamers are my specialty. We figure it out together.
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Most couples sign at home. Your ceremony abroad can be symbolic and still deeply meaningful.
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Yes. If I haven’t photographed there yet, I scout thoroughly until I know exactly how to build your day.
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Absolutely. I tailor recommendations based on the location and your preferences.
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Even if we haven’t shot at your specific destination, we’ve worked in various settings worldwide—from beaches to mountains to historic cities. We’re confident in our ability to adapt to any environment, and we always do extensive research beforehand. Plus, we’ll arrive early to scout and surrounding areas to ensure we’re fully prepared.
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Of course. A handful of people can make the day even more meaningful.
Ready when you are
You don’t need a full plan.
You don’t need the perfect date or the perfect location.
You just need the place that keeps tugging at you.
From there, I’ll help you build a day that feels like the two of you. Grounded, expansive, and entirely yours.
Fill out the short form below (takes like 30 seconds!) and we’ll get this ball rollin’ my friend.