HELL NO
to planning a big wedding, huh?

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(This is how you should feel about that decision)

Choosing to elope is choosing yourselves, and that’s a BIG, brave decision (high five 🤚🏻).

If you’re here, you’re probably opting out of expectations, traditions, and a whole lot of noise in favor of something that actually feels like you. Right?

You deserve a wedding day that’s intentional, unrushed, and grounded in what matters most to the two of you.

And I’ll be the first to say it:

I’M PROUD OF YOU.

So let’s get into it, yeah?

Start planning your elopement

You have earned the right to a wedding day that’s 100% about you and your story.

2026 Washington Elopement Packages

Most Washington elopements I photograph fall between $6,200 and $7,900, depending on how much time you want and what your day looks like.

That includes planning support, location guidance, a custom timeline, and an elopement that feels personalized and meaningful.

You don’t need to know exactly what you want yet!
That’s part of what we’ll figure out together 🫶🏻

See what's included
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“Anyone can find a photographer, but have you had Van as yours?
You can tell that she truly loves what she does.”

-J&M

Who this is for (and who it’s not)

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This might be a great fit if:

  • The idea of a big wedding feels overwhelming or performative

  • You want your day to move slowly and leave space for real moments

  • You want someone in your corner (and who has done this a lot)

  • You’re stoked about doing something a little offbeat and magical

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This may not be the right fit if:

  • You’re planning a traditional, tightly scheduled wedding

  • You’re looking for the cheapest option or quick coverage of a ceremony

  • You want stiff posing, trendy edits, or a copy-and-paste experience

  • You’re mostly focused on getting as many photos as possible as quickly as possible

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There’s no one ‘right way’ to get married, I promise.

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This is just how I do things!

  • A woman with long dark hair smiling widely, showing her teeth, standing close to a man with short blond hair and a beard, wearing a suit, in an outdoor setting with greenery and soft sunlight.
  • Queer couple dances on their elopement day with a sunset, mountains, and lakes in the background
  • A newlywed couple holding hands and smiling at each other in front of a waterfall in a forest.
  • Intimate elopement couple loves on each other with a glowing sunset behind them
  • Playing in the snow at sunset, an eloping couple enjoys their day together
  • LGBTQ+ Elopement couple reads vows to each other on a rocky beach and laughs
  • Huge mountaintops loom over eloping couple as they walk through a field of tall grass along a river with their reflection in the water

Meet your photog’.

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I’m Van, and I’m here to make this shit easy. I have a ton of experience making couples feel like their elopement was a total breeze.

And I’m ready to do that for you, too!!

I’ve been in the wedding world for over a 15 years, and now I photograph elopements exclusively.

Because I believe with my entire soul that eloping is the most intentional way to get married ❤️

I want this day to be the most YOU thing you’ve ever done.

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queer-owned

leave no trace aware

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Above all, I care about creating a space where you feel safe, understood, and completely yourselves.

A few places my work has been featured or recognized:

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What I handle (so you don’t have to)

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Eloping might feel simple at surface-level, but there are a lot of moving parts behind the scenes! My job is to quietly take all of that off your plate so you can stay present, grounded, and actually enjoy your wedding day instead of managing it.

Here’s what that looks like when we work together:

  • Locations that actually make sense (and feel like you)
    I’ll help you choose ceremony spots that match your vibe, avoid crowds when possible, and actually work logistically. I’ll also walk you through permits and park rules so everything’s 100% legit.

  • A timeline that feels calm, not bossy
    Your day gets planned around light, weather, and what matters most to you (and not some rigid schedule). There’s space to slow down, wander, breathe, snack, sit, and soak it alllllll up.

  • Real planning support, the whole way through
    Marriage licenses. Packing lists. Guest logistics. All the little things you didn’t even know you were supposed to think about. You don’t even need to know what questions to ask yet 😉

  • Backup plans for when nature does it's thing
    Weather shifts, road closures, long park entrance lines. I always have backup locations at the ready so nothing throws off your day.

  • Someone keeping everything flowing
    On your elopement day, I’m quietly keeping things on track so you can do all the things you dreamed of. You don’t need to be outdoorsy, Type A, or experienced at planning events to elope like this. You just need to know that you want something intentional. I’ll help with the rest 🫶🏻

👉 Most of my couples tell me after their elopement that having this level of guidance is what made the day feel easy instead of overwhelming.

Photos that feel like you

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Your wedding day isn’t a performance.

I photograph the way your day unfolds, not a list of poses. The way you move together, the small gestures, the quiet in-between moments, and the places you chose because they meant something to you.

Don’t worry, my goal is to give you enough guidance to feel comfortable, then step back and let things happen naturally.

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What that means for you:

  • I won’t ask you to act or perform for the camera

  • You don’t need to know how to pose (!!!)

  • You can stay present instead of worrying about what you look like

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What you’ll see in your gallery:

  • Emotion, movement, and real connection

  • Small, intimate moments you might not even remember happening

  • Wide, panoramic shots that show the landscape you said your vows in

  • Images that feel honest, timeless, and true to your experience

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The goal isn’t perfect photos.
It’s honest ones.

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What’s Included in Every Elopement

No matter which package you land on, this is what working together actually looks like:

  • 4+ hours of elopement photography coverage - unrushed and experience-focused

  • Edited gallery - yours to download, share, and print

  • Locations + permits - totally handled and stress-free

  • Custom timeline - built around light and feeling

  • Planning support - start to finish

  • Vendor recs - trusted (+ always queer-affirming)

  • Basecamp planning portal

  • WA travel included - always!

Everything you need, nothing you don’t.

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What’s an all-day elopement, really?

Trust me, it’s not about taking photos all day.
It’s about giving yourselves the time and space to actually experience your wedding day without rushing from one moment to the next.

Instead of squeezing everything into one tight window, the day gets to unfold slowly. There’s time to move at your own pace, explore, breathe, eat, laugh, change locations, or simply sit together and take it all in. You’re not watching the clock or worrying about what’s next. You’re present.

Most couples choose all-day coverage because it gives them:

  • Space to stay grounded instead of feeling like the day flew by

  • Flexibility for weather, light, travel time, and spontaneity

  • A relaxed timeline that doesn’t feel jam-packed

  • Room for real moments, not just the highlights

All-day elopements often feel less busy, not more.
The extra time creates ease, not pressure ✨

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And sometimes, one day still isn’t enough

For some couples, even an all-day elopement can feel like a lot to fit into a single day. Maybe there are multiple places that matter to you. Maybe you want a midday nap instead of pushing through. Maybe you’re craving two totally different vibes. Maybe you just don’t want to choose between adventure and intimacy.

That’s where two-day elopements come in 🤍

Two day coverage gives you the freedom to spread your experience out in a way that feels thoughtful, calm, and honestly… kind of magical. You might choose to:

  • Separate your day ceremony with guests from your adventure day

  • Explore different (sometimes far apart) landscapes without spending hours driving on your wedding day

  • Build in real downtime instead of packing everything in

  • Let weather and light work in your favor (sunrise and sunset? yes please)

  • Experience your elopement without feeling physically or emotionally maxed out

It’s not about doing more.
It’s about doing things intentionally.

You don’t need to know right now whether one day or two makes the most sense. Once I learn more about what you’re dreaming up, I’ll help you figure out a timeline that actually supports the experience you want to have.

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2026 Washington Elopement Pricing

A newlywed couple with foreheads touching, eyes closed, during sunset. The groom is holding the bride's face, and they are dressed in wedding attire. The bride has dark hair, is wearing a tiara, earrings, and a lace wedding dress, while the groom has tattoos visible on his hand and is wearing a black suit.

Okay, let’s talk numbers (I promise it’s not scary).

Washington elopement packages start at $6,200 for 4 hours of coverage.
Most of my couple end up investing around $7,900 for their day.

What that actually means: You’re not rushing. You’re not watching the clock. You’re not trying to cram your wedding into a tiny window and hoping for the best. You have space to breathe, move slowly, and actually be there for the day you planned.

If you’re dreaming about an all-day elopement - or even a two-day one (!!!) - that’s absolutely on the table. We’ll talk through what makes sense for your plans, your energy, and the kind of experience you’re looking for.

Stay with me: you don’t have to know any of that right now. That’s literally part of my job 😌

Once you inquire, I’ll send over a private pricing guide with the full breakdown of packages, options, add-ons, and all the nitty-gritty details so you can look through everything at your own pace. No pressure or surprise, no “wait, what?!” moments.

So… what happens next?

If this is giving you that little “ohhhhh okay, this feels right” feeling, the next step is super simple.

You’re not booking anything yet.
You’re not committing to a date.
You’re just telling me what you’ve been dreaming about.

From there, we’ll figure out the rest together ❤️

✨Inquire about your elopement✨

No pressure. No obligation. Just a conversation.

Love notes from past couples

“On our elopement day, it felt like we had a photographer *and* a friend hiking with us. Working with Van on the day of felt totally natural. Overall, we 100% would recommend booking with Van to any other couple. Personally, we were super happy to support a fellow artist and a proud minority owned business. We wish we had another event coming up so we could work with Van again. Honestly, we feel so lucky to have met Van!”

-S&E

“Our pictures are more beautiful than we could have ever asked for - and the best part? We never felt posed or forced to smile, which is something we spoke with Van about very early on in our planning. She captured the magic of our day and the love we felt in the most authentic, natural and effortlessly comfortable way, which is exactly what we wanted.”

-N&V

If you’re still here, I think we’re onto something 👀

At this point, you’ve probably already pictured yourselves out there somewhere. Maybe not all the details, but the feeling of it.

Quiet. Intentional. Yours.

You don’t have to show up with a full plan or the “right” words. Just show up as you are.

I’ve got you from here on out.

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Start planning your day

You’re allowed to want this ❤️