"Kristin is very easy to work with, personable, and will make you feel comfortable in front of the camera. Our pictures turned out gorgeous - we feel so lucky to have found her!" 

Meet the elopement creator who is going to make your wedding day unforgettable.

"She was so comforting, knew all the best areas for pictures and knew how to capture us perfectly."

Your Creative Elopement Photographer & Planner

Hey, I'm Kristin

"Kristin is the best! She makes your session so comfortable and the photos are absolutely stunning. Her style is just what we were looking for."

Elopements are always a blast and I am always thrilled at the opportunity to document another love story.

I always wanted to be a photographer...

But it was something that I didn't pursue until later in life.  I thought I had to fit what society considered "normal," so my "work life" began in the Veterinary World. 

Well the veterinary world did NOT fill my cup! 

After 10 years of working in the Veterinary world and realizing that it wasn't the place for me, I said "See ya!" Then I began my business journey in the wedding photography world!

I started with photographing weddings.

Weddings are fast-paced, can be stressful, and sometimes the working conditions can be quite wild!  Weddings come and go so fast for the couple, and for me too!  I like building connections with couples and in the fast-paced wedding world, it's hard to do! 

I focus on elopements because they allow me to capture intimate, authentic moments while working closely with couples like you.

Now it's about elopements and being creative!

I enjoy wedding planning and photographing, but with a wedding, there is no way I can be in two places at once. With elopements, I can be. So I can take your vision, dream up your day for you, plan it all, create your day, coordinate it all, and photograph it for you!

Meet Rick: Your Second Photographer and Elopement Adventure Guide

The one behind the second camera.

When I’m capturing your love story, my husband is right there beside me, ensuring we never miss a moment! He’s the one behind the second camera, ready to capture candid shots, unique perspectives, and those raw, in-between moments that make your day so special.

Adventure together 

Not only is Rick an amazing photographer and has his own creative eye, but he’s also my adventure partner!  He helps me scout stunning locations and makes sure your experience runs smoothly!

We're like tacos & tuesdays – always a perfect pair!

 The one who does the officiating too!

Rick is also my officiant! So when you bring on a husband and wife team for your day, Rick will officiate your ceremony so you won't have to find an officiant to hike that gnarly trail with you!

Together, we create a seamless and unforgettable elopement experience.


Our synergy allows us to seamlessly document your day from all angles, ensuring that nothing is overlooked.

"I really wanted someone that was going to make my pictures fun while taking them and that’s exactly what I got. Kristin and her husband made the experience so fun and got so many amazing pictures, some that we didn’t even know were captured. I loved that we were able to capture so many amazing pictures and that our vision for them was exactly what we got."
- Hailie and Justin

"Kristin and her husband made the experience so fun and got so many amazing pictures!"

Some fun facts...

  • We are fun, down to Earth, and love the outdoors!

  • We have a beautiful daughter together.

  • I, I mean we, LOVE coffee and good food!

  • 99.5% of the time you'll find ME in loungewear.

  • My husband and I LOVE to snowboard together.


Your sunset photos will be breathtaking because I'm a sunset photography nerd!  Just look at this gorgeous sunset!

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Having once been an avid skydiver, I’ve learned to embrace adventure and live fully in the moment—
values I bring into every elopement I capture.

Always up for an adventure!

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it all started with my camera.

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When you choose to elope with me, you’re not just getting a photographer —

You’re getting an experienced guide dedicated to making your day as stress-free and memorable as possible.

"Kristin is the best! She makes your session so comfortable and the photos are absolutely stunning. Her style is just what we were looking for. We did both engagement and wedding photos. The turn around to receive our photos was quick as well. She did fix a few things in the photos when we requested and she did it happily. Excited to use her again!
- Lauren & Steve

"We have gotten so many compliments on our photos."

Well, I can guide you through every step, ensuring your day feels effortless, authentic, and unforgettable.

You want an elopement that is stress-free, adventurous or "low-key", and uniquely yours—

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