California Elopement Photographer & Advocate for Meaningful Experiences

tiny weddings & cozy elopements with a sprinkle of adventure

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA Elopement And Micro Wedding Photographer

for the big hearts and intimate spirits

Cozy, Calm & Freeing

Big parties aren’t your thing? Mine either! Do you feel overwhelmed in large crowds, wishing you could just take the hand of your partner and retreat to a corner of the room, and let the rest of the world melt away? (PS. Me too!)

Your wedding day should be a day where you feel seen, heard, and most of all, safe to be yourself. A day that’s authentic to who you are as individuals AND as a couple. A day that is centered on connection and intention, and that is specially designed to celebrate you.

Let's talk possibilities!

If you're here because you:

love a small, cozy, and intimate setting with the people that matter most
want a stress-free day that allows for genuine connection
want to craft your own meaningful, unique experiences free from judgment and expectations

I think we’d get along ;)

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+ start dreaming +

close your eyes & transport yourself to your happy place

How does that happy place feel and look like? Now think about how you want to spend your most special day with your most special person — Are you in that happy place? How would that day go down?

Do you picture yourselves laying in a two-person hammock under the stars? Or sitting around a campfire roasting marshmallows? How about snuggling on the couch with a warm cup of hot cocoa while snow is falling outside?

Do you lust after cozy moments, find peace in the quiet, and feel most yourselves when there’s no one else around but you two (and maybe your closest friends & family)? Because if so, then that’s the experience you deserve on the most special day of your life (and what I’m also all about!).

what does eloping mean?

let's bust some elopement myths ⤑

Eloping means choices.

You have a choice to opt for an experience that truly brings you joy and allows for true connection, instead of conforming to the expectations of others just because “that’s the way it’s always been done”.

Eloping means freedom.

Elopements give you the complete freedom to fully design a day that actually means something to you, from the minute you wake up to when you go to bed, and to create something intentional, unique and special to you.

Eloping means whatever you define it.

Most importantly, it is up to you to define what your wedding day should look like. Not your family, friends, 3rd uncle, or even me.

Tips & Resources for Eloping

You’ve got questions, and that’s okay! I come bearing answers… and lots of hot chocolate!

I strongly believe in my heart of hearts, that elopements are the ultimate best way to get married, and I want to empower you to make choices that prioritize your experience of your most special day. I’ll help with locations, timelines, vendor recommendations and more. Bottomline — I’m here to help every step of the way, so that YOU can design a day that truly reflects who you are and what’s ultimately important to you.

Elopement Resources

What Is An Elopement?

The definition of elopements has evolved and changed over the years. Read more about what elopements are today, and why they are one of the most incredible ways to get married!

How To Elope

There are no rules when it comes to eloping, and it’s totally understandable that this lack of structure can seem overwhelming at first. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to get started on planning your elopement and what decisions you’ll need to make along the way!

2-Person Elopement Timelines & Ideas

When a day is yours and yours alone, the possibilities of what you can do are endless. Check out these sample timelines to get you started on dreaming up your intimate 2-person elopement day… or days!

check out more elopement resources

meet your elopement photographer

Hi, I'm Pam!

I’m your photographer and guide, and more than that, I’m your supporter and friend. From the moment you reach out to the day you say your vows, I’ll have your back from beginning to end.

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You want more out of your wedding day.

Because you recognize that how you get married matters.

You want your day to be about you. Not the color of your bridesmaids dresses, not whether your third cousin likes the catered food, not whether your friend can bring their new kid to the party. This day is about YOU, and you want it to be filled with the things that matter.

It doesn't need to be Pinterest-Perfect, it just needs to be you.

Because perfect is boring. Handcrafted imperfections are more personal and unique, and you’re ready to embrace your day and your partner no matter what happens.

see what couples have to say!

Reviews

We are thankful to have found Pam randomly on Instagram while browsing #bigbearelopement. We were looking to have a micro-wedding at a cabin in Big Bear, CA. Not only did Pam just recently list her BEAUTIFUL cabin on Airbnb, but she also is an insanely talented elopement photographer. It was meant to be. We did an engagement session with her and got to experience how comfortable she makes her couples feel and how her work genuinely depicts authentic relationships. She is so professional, responds immediately, and goes above and beyond to scout locations. She communicates so well and is prepared with plans A/B/C/D. Before our wedding, our plans changed due to CA forest closures because of fire restrictions. Pam communicated these changes with us before we had the chance to panic and found multiple alternative sites. The place she found ended up being even better than the original plan! Our wedding day was perfect. She captured everything exactly the way we imagined and more. She came up with a timeline that had our goals in mind and the day felt relaxed. My family adored her personality and are obsessed with all our photos. Not only did Pam send sneak peeks, but she also delivered our photos incredibly quickly. Pam is a gem. I have already recommended her to couples and multiple people have seen our photos and have asked for her contact information. You will not regret booking with Pam. I adore her! Thank you for everything.

— Kayla N.

We booked Pam to document our elopement in Joshua Tree which couldn't have gone better. We appreciate all the things Pam did for us. As we didn't have a wedding planner, Pam stepped in and offered some guidance to help us navigate the process and apply for all the permits. She had great energy on the day of the event itself, calm yet focused on the job. We wholeheartedly recommend Pam Jeanne Photography for your own event!

— Onny C.

We had such a wonderful experience with Pam as our elopement photographer! She really went above and beyond to help us capture our special day. We discussed beforehand what we were looking for with location, specific poses, adventure level, etc. so we felt like going into the day we knew what to expect. We were blown away by how comfortable Pam made us feel in front of the camera, especially because I've never been professionally photographed before and my husband typically doesn't like taking pictures. Our session felt natural and Pam really made us feel at ease and enjoy the experience. Getting amazing photos from your wedding day is something that will last a lifetime, and Pam did not disappoint!

— Marisa E.

If you are looking for an elopement photographer, you just found it - and that is Pam! In fact, in Pam I found more than a photographer: I found a person that wanted to know me and partner more so our photos truly reflected us; I found a person that makes sure every detail is perfect even if this means spending more time working; I found a really talented photographer that puts her heart on everything she does, even small things, and that makes a difference. Me and my fiancee had Pam shooting our engagement pictures at the beach. My fiancee was afraid she would look weird because she is not used to being photographed, but after looking at our pictures she was so impressed. Pam captured us better than we could imagine! Our pictures look so natural and not at all posed. Also, we had the best time while shooting because Pam made us feel so comfortable. She was always checking to see if we were liking it and asking if we had any ideas or if we wanted a specific type of photo. Later that same day, Pam gave us our first sneak peek and we were just in love with her work. She did not take long to give us all the photos and when she did I just wanted to post all of them because GORGEOUS. We used one of the photos for our Save The Date and we also printed an album with all of them so we can keep it forever. Pam is so talented and I am so glad I found her, and I know you will feel the same after meeting and working with her. Look no further, she is your person!

— Yasmin & Kaitlyn

I found Pam through a stroke of Instagram luck. I was looking for a proposal photographer that had experience in the RPV area and after a fruitless search through thumbtack and Yelp, I decided to search through different RPV proposal hashtags on IG. Out of the dozen or so vendors I reached out to, not only was Pam the most responsive but she was also the most personable and eager to help. She was the perfect mix of professional (through her quick emails, sample portfolio, and even the fact she had a contract for her services) and casual (happily gave location advice, provided plenty of proposal suggestions, and even did a wonderful location scout with me where we walked through the proposal step by step). On the day of, Pam went above and beyond. She showed up early, helped with the setup, gave me specifics on where to stand, and took way more pictures than I could’ve ever expected. I’m beyond pleased with the pictures we’ve received and in awe with the artistic creativity behind the shots. She really captured our best selves on our best day and I am extremely grateful for that. Overall, Pam was a pleasure to work with and I absolutely cannot recommend her enough.