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Real Weddings. Real Love. Real Adventures.

Stories that Celebrate Love in All Its Wild and Beautiful Forms.

A couple in wedding attire walk hand in hand in a desert landscape with a dramatic sunset sky and a Joshua tree in the background.

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Eloping in a national park is an unforgettable experience, but it comes with important rules and restrictions. Here’s what you need to know about how to elope in a national park, from securing permits and following Leave No Trace to dealing with the unexpected. Plan your elopement the right way—ethically, responsibly, and stress-free.

Bride touching groom's face, holding a white bouquet, surrounded by bridesmaids and groomsmen in formal attire, each with floral arrangements.

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Your wedding or elopement should be more than just a blur of moments—you deserve to be fully present. From setting the right tone in the morning to letting go of expectations, this guide walks you through how to slow down, stay grounded, and truly experience every moment of your wedding or elopement day.

A person in black lingerie and a patterned robe poses against a white brick wall, looking upward with one hand on their chin.

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How Boudoir Photography Changes the Way You See Yourself Most of us have spent years picking apart our reflection in the mirror, hyper-focusing on things that, somewhere along the line, we’ve been given the message need to be “fixed.”  We’ve internalized messages about beauty and femininity that were never meant to serve us. And we […]

A bride is comforted by a woman, with people in formal attire present. A man in a suit wipes his face with a tissue, standing nearby. The scene appears emotional, possibly at a wedding.

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Your wedding day should feel like a celebration, not a staged photoshoot. Learn how to stay present, create meaningful moments, and embrace documentary wedding photography for a stress-free, authentic wedding experience.

A couple stands on a sandy beach under a cloudy sky. The woman holds a bouquet of flowers.

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This guide breaks down everything for your Olympic National Park elopement—permits, best locations, timelines, and tips for a stress-free, unforgettable experience in the PNW.

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Here’s exactly what to pack for your Olympic National Park elopement adventure—rain or shine. From must-have layers to the little things couples always forget, get the ultimate Olympic elopement packing list.

How Boudoir Photography Changes the Way You See Yourself Most of us have spent years picking apart our reflection in the mirror, hyper-focusing on things that, somewhere along the line, we’ve been given the message need to be “fixed.”  We’ve internalized messages about beauty and femininity that were never meant to serve us. And we […]

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 Documentary-Style Wedding Photography, 
ADVENTUROUS ELOPEMENTS, 
BODY LIBERATING BOUDOIR, & more

Welcome to my blog, where it’s all about telling your story—your way. Whether you're planning a wild elopement in the desert, an intimate wedding, or embracing your body in a boudoir session, this is where the magic happens. From epic adventures in Joshua Tree to the quiet moments that speak volumes, I’m here to capture the real, unposed, and unforgettable moments that matter. Dive in, get inspired, and let’s create something fucking amazing together.

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HERE'S HOW TO ELOPE LIKE A BADASS

FUCK THE TRADITIONAL WEDDING BULLSHIT --

(And Gigi!)

As a documentary-style photographer with over 20 years of experience, I’m here to help you capture real, raw, and unfiltered moments. My blog is where I share everything I’ve learned from photographing elopements, weddings, engagement sessions, boudoir, and family portraits.

You’ll find tips and inspiration to help plan your day, guides on how to make your session as stress-free as possible, and some gorgeous photos to get your creative juices flowing. My mission? To make sure your story is captured authentically, while we have a damn good time doing it.

We both love cats, going on airplane trips, sushi, and a nice espresso (decaf for her!)

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The in-between moments, glances, crinkle-eye smiles, goosebumps. There’s nothing more beautiful than the pure joy, excitement, and comfort of two people getting ready to start one of the greatest adventures of life: marriage.

There’s no need for perfect poses, perfect weather, perfect outfits, or a perfect location to capture the perfect memory. It’s about a snapshot in time - and delivering you a gallery full of photos you can feel. 

photographing the little things 

YOU MIGHT NOT NOTICE

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You can trust that your wedding day will be documented empathetically and energetically for an authentic perspective.

My husband and I were nervous to be in front of the camera and Jaimie not only made every moment of photos fun, but she brought out beauty we didn't know existed. 

- Alexa + JB