Micro Weddings & Cozy Adventure Elopements
 

Tiny Weddings, Elopements & Adventure Session Packages

catered specifically to you

 
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Why Elope?

because your experience of your day matters

Elopements are special because they offer you an experience like no other, giving you the opportunity to truly craft a once-in-a-lifetime day that’s entirely unique to you. You shouldn’t have to feel pressured into doing things that aren’t you on your wedding day. Don’t like being the center of attention? Want to have a fun and stress-free day? Or craving a wildly unique experience of saying your vows? Go up in a private plane, kayak in the ocean, hike to the top of a mountain, or relax around a campfire - the day is yours to dream up and create.

At the end of the day, it is the experiences we had and the feelings those experiences evoked that we remember. So let’s focus on what matters - your experience.

 customizable packages handcrafted specifically for you


your relationship is unique and special
so why shouldn’t your wedding day be?

No two elopements are the same, because no two couples are the same. It is for this very reason that all of my packages are customizable to you. You shouldn’t have to mold your day to me or to anyone else. You get to define your day however you want, and I’ll be here to support and guide you the entire way.

You’ve decided that you want an experience, not an event.

I'm here to make sure you get one

Instead of asking yourself what color scheme you’d like your wedding to have, you’re asking yourself how you’d like your wedding day to feel. And I’m completely on the same page.

I’ll prioritize your experience of your day. Your day should 100% be about you - the sights and sounds you want to take in, the things you want to do, the feelings you want to feel. It should never feel rushed or stressful, nor should you ever feel like you have to put on a show for anyone.

 
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California Elopement Photographer

Hi! I’m Pam!

and I’m all about encouraging feeling.

If there’s anything you should know about me, it’s that I have a lot of feelings. And I mean, A LOT. I’m that girl who would jump three feet in the air when I’m excited, sob in front of a hundred people when I finally meet my comedy queen (not kidding, this actually happened), and, without hesitation, fly 8 hours round-trip in a single day to see my favorite musician in concert (yes, this also happened). 

I know what it’s like to feel so happy you feel like bursting because your body literally cannot contain the joy spilling out of you. And I want you to feel the same. I want to encourage you to love with abandon, live in the moment, and not be afraid to show how you feel because FEELING IS FREEING and nobody should tell you otherwise.


She really captured our best selves on our best day and I am extremely grateful for that.
— Nicole W.
Pam is an absolute GEM to work with.
— Bekka P.
WOW. JUST WOW. THE PICTURES TURNED OUT SOOO AMAZING. Thank you SO SO SO much for making it such an incredible day and going the extra million miles to scout the locations for us. You were such a delight to work with!
— Justina Y.
 

Your elopement is your wedding day.

Make it Count

Couple at Sunset during their Adventure Elopement at Vasquez Rocks, California

Just because you’re eloping doesn’t mean your day should be limited to a short 1-2 hour event where you say your vows, sign some papers, and call it a day. It shouldn’t feel like you’re settling for less, because the truth is — elopements offer you more. It’s up to you how you make of it, and I’m here encouraging you to make it count. Wanna go on a multi-day camping trip in the mountains or go off-roading into the backcountry? Or do you want something simple and low-key like hanging out in a cute cabin and relaxing in a hot tub? You can do either, or both!

That’s the beauty of elopements - the freedom to choose, and the limitless choices & possibilities you have. Design your day around experiences, and I promise you’ll have one heck of a day to remember. Especially with all the photos that I will capture for you to tell and preserve the entire story of your day!

 
 

Why Should I Have An All-Day Elopement?

(Because no one ever said “I wish I had less time to have fun.”)

 
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You’re probably thinking, “All-Day Elopement? That’s crazy!” But hear me out —

Ask yourself: how much of your wedding day do you want to have memories of? If you were to have a traditional wedding, would you only want photography coverage of your ceremony, but nothing else? If you answered “no”, then why should your elopement be any different? You have an opportunity to design a truly special day from beginning to end, so don’t shortchange yourself with only a couple hours of coverage because you believe that having fewer guests means a lesser day.

All-Day Elopements are NOT:

✗ All-day photoshoots

✗ Always filled with hours of strenuous hiking

Coverage of All-Day Elopements:

✓ Tell the complete story of the day you got married

✓ Allow you to have your entire experience documented, to share with friends and family who weren’t present

✓ Give you ample time to fully enjoy your special day without rushing to squeeze things into an hour or two

 

What will you do all day?

 Imagine This…

Waking up in a cute A-frame in the mountains

Setting off on a short hike while it’s still dark out

Arriving at the peak just before sunrise as the sky turns pink

Getting dressed in your wedding attire as the sun rises, lighting up the sky and mountain peaks in a golden hue

Standing before each other and reading your vows

Celebrating with a first kiss, champagne and breakfast

Exploring the mountains, watching the world come alive around you

Coming back down to your AirBnB where your closest friends and family have arrived

Setting up a brunch picnic and lawn games with everyone

End with a cake-cutting ceremony and first dance!


Don’t want to elope in the mountains or do a sunrise hike? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! There are a million and one possibilities for your day, and I have a million and two ideas.

I don’t just take photos…

here’s everything you can expect when working with me


✓ An in-depth questionnaire to get to know you

✓ Location, activity, and vendor recommendations that suit your specific needs

✓ Assistance with planning and permits

✓ A comprehensive elopement guide filled with all the tips you’ll need for planning and enjoying your best day ever

✓ Personalized timeline for your unique day

✓ Unlimited planning help, advice & support

✓ A comfy, cozy, and super fun time!


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USA Elopement

& Micro-Wedding Packages

For anywhere in the United States, including Hawaii & Alaska

What’s Included:

8+ hours of Photography Coverage

Location Research & Scouting

Personalized Vendor & Activity Recommendations

My travel & any photography permit fees are covered

All photos delivered in their original resolution via a private online gallery

All your photos backed up for a year

Starting at $6700

Oregon Coast Elopement

West Coast Elopement

& Micro-Wedding Packages

California, Oregon and Washington offer a wide variety of scenery and landscapes, from giant trees to sprawling deserts to towering cliffs overlooking crashing ocean waves. Think Big Sur, Yosemite, Eastern Sierras or the Redwoods in California, the jaw-dropping Oregon Coast, or the mountains in Washington state… the west coast has so much to offer and I would love to share it with you!

What’s Included:

6+ hours of Photography Coverage

Location Research & Scouting

Personalized Vendor & Activity Recommendations

My travel & any photography permit fees are covered

All photos delivered in their original resolution via a private online gallery

All your photos backed up for a year

Starting at $5500

Los Angeles Backyard Micro Wedding

Southern California Elopement & Micro-Wedding Packages

From gorgeous coastal locations such as San Diego’s Sunset Cliffs, Malibu, and Santa Barbara, to the magical desert landscapes of Joshua Tree and Glamis Sand Dunes, to the cutest mountain towns such as Big Bear and Idyllwild, SoCal has it all. Plus, our sunny weather year-round makes this place the perfect location to have your elopement or micro-wedding!

What’s Included:

6+ hours of Photography Coverage

Location Research & Scouting

Personalized Vendor & Activity Recommendations

My travel & any photography permit fees are covered

All photos delivered in their original resolution via a private online gallery

All your photos backed up for a year

Optional 2-night stay at our Big Bear cabin!

Starting at $4200

Malibu Engagement Adventure Session

Couples, Day-Before & Day-After Adventure Sessions

Engagements, Proposals, Anniversaries, or Just For Fun! Day-Before & Day-After Adventure Sessions are also a great way to get more pictures in your wedding attire in a fun & stress-free setting, allowing you to have more time for loved ones and other activities during your actual elopement or micro-wedding itself. (Please note that couples’ sessions may not be used for elopement/wedding day coverage.)

What’s Included:

60+ minutes of Photography Coverage

Location Research & Scouting

All photos delivered in their original resolution via a private online gallery

All your photos backed up for a year

starting at $800*
(*travel fees may apply)

How it works


 

01

Talk to me about your dream day & reserve your date

02

I help you research and plan and send you a bunch of planning tips & resources

03

Make decisions, finalize details, and get excited!

04

Relax, breathe, and let your dream day come to life

05

Get your photos back and relive your best day yet

 

Ready to plan your elopement?

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