California Elopement Photographer
Creating unforgettable elopements in California’s most breathtaking landscapes
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Based in California, USA
California Elopements Designed for Nature-Loving Couples choosing adventure over seating charts
No performance, zero pressures, Just an extraordinary wedding that feels 100% like you
Imagine a wedding day
Under California's starlit or sunny skies, with crisp mountain air, the scent of pines, salty waters, or a campfire...
Hiking your bucket list trail, hand-in-hand, through a forest
Cuddled up under the Milky Way in an International Dark Sky Park
Exchanging your private vows under California's redwood grove
Off-roading to a secluded overlook, just the two of you, before saying “I do”
An elopement where you choose your experience over expectations—
crafting a day that’s personal, exciting, and filled with moments you’ll want to relive forever
That's the kind of wedding we're here to create
Your Love, Your Adventure, Your Way
Together, we’ll design an elopement that’s all about what matters most to you
You’re not just planning a wedding—it's about creating an experience. One that makes you pause, breathe it all in, and think, "This is exactly where we’re meant to be."
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Hi, I'm Karen
Your expert and local California Elopement Photographer
You know deep down that a traditional wedding isn’t for you. You’d rather celebrate in a way that actually feels right—no seating charts, no expectations, just an unforgettable day spent together in California's nature.
Eloping is about stripping away the 'should do's and focusing on what really matters: Your connection, story, and love.
Together, we can create a day that’s not only about beautiful locations, but also about creating a day so deeply personal, it can only belong to you.
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"We had a beach elopement session with Karen and it was so much fun!! She was so sweet and provided us with the perfect amount of guidance that still allowed us to be ourselves.
The photos also turned out freaking beautiful and we absolutely love them!! THANK YOU SO MUCH KAREN, you are amazing!!!!!! Super recommend!!!"
"SHE provided us with the perfect amount of guidance that still allowed us to be ourselves"
- S + A
This is what eloping looks like in California
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Redwoods
Death Valley
Yosemite
Big Sur
Orange county
Joshua Tree
Eastern Sierras
kINGS canyon
Lassen Volcanic
Channel Islands
Sequoia
And here's the step-by-step process to co-creating your dream elopement
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Plan your dream California elopement
elopement day - You marry, I capture.
Not sure where to start? That’s what I’m here for.
Whether you have a fully-formed vision or just know you want to elope, we’ll hop on a call to talk through your ideas and find the perfect way to bring them to life.
I’ll help you design an epic day with personalized location suggestions, permit guidance, vendor recommendations, and a custom timeline—so all you have to do is show up and enjoy.
Relax, have fun, and soak in every second. My job is to document your elopement as it unfolds naturally—so your photos feel as real, raw, and personal as the experience itself.
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"If you're dreaming of a wedding that’s full of adventure- Karen is the California elopement photographer you need. Karen’s all in for any trail to make sure you get the wedding you want. It only took me five minutes on her website to see that an outdoorsy elopement was just what we wanted, and Karen was the one to capture it. When we reached out, she immediately made us feel at ease and confident with her guidance."
"WE CAN'T RECOMMEND HER ENOUGH IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A DAY THAT'S ADVENTUROUS AND FULL OF FUN"
- A + R
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