For couples who want something meaningful, intimate, and wildly beautiful — without the pressure of a big wedding day.
Photographing elopements and intimate weddings across Northern California — from the cliffs of Big Sur and Bodega Bay to the mountains of Lake Tahoe and the breathtaking Redwood National & State Parks. I’m here to help you slow down, breathe deep, and celebrate your marriage in a way that feels natural, intentional, and completely true to you.
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER & Intimate Weddings
Eloping or planning a small wedding can feel freeing... and also intimating. That's why I don't just show up with a camera. When you work with me, you get:
+ Help choosing locations that feel right
+ Guidance on timelines
+ Lighting + logistics
+ A photographer who knows when to gently direct – and when to step back
+ Space to actually experience your day, not perform it.
My approach is relaxed, intentional and rooted in storytelling - so your photos feel like you.
providing more than just photos – here to guide & create space for you to be you.
About leash, YOUR CALIFORNIA WEDDING & ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER
+ are planning an elopement or small wedding in Northern California
+ care more about experience than tradition
+ want photos that feel honest, cinematic, and timeless
+ are overwhelmed by planning and want someone calm, experienced, and supportive in your corner
If that sounds like you, you’re exactly who I photograph.
you might be in the
right place if you...
best places in Northern California to elope
+ big sur
+ northern california coast
+ redwood forests
+ lake tahoe
+ yosemite
+ hidden beaches & coves
Not sure where to elope yet? That's completely okay – I'll help you narrow it down.
Choosing your Northern California elopement location can be as simple as asking where you feel most like yourselves — the mountain views of Lake Tahoe, the cliffs and ocean air of Big Sur, or the quiet calm of the redwoods. Each one creates a totally different vibe for your day, and narrowing that down is the first step to planning an elopement that feels easy, intentional, and true to you.
View my free guide Eloping in Northern California: mountains, beaches & redwoods
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Eloping is an incredibly intimate and intentional way to get married. If you’re considering a small, private wedding, knowing what to know before you elope can help you avoid common pitfalls and make your day truly special. This guide covers essential questions and details every couple should consider before saying “I do” in a more unconventional way.
What to know before
you elope
