Planning Your Elopement Timeline: Why More Time Means Less Stress
Hint: It’s not just about the photos, it’s about the whole experience.
You’ve made the bold, beautiful choice to elope. Just the two of you, maybe your dog (because let’s be real, they’re family), and a location that has meaning. No pressure, no big production, just you, your love, and the moment.
But now you’re wondering… “Do we really need more than an hour or two of photography? We’re not doing anything huge.” I hear you. I really do. When it’s just the two of you, it can feel like an hour or two should be enough.
But here’s the thing, you’re not just showing up, saying vows, and calling it done. You’re choosing an experience, a day that reflects who you are together. Let me show you what that can look like.
Picture This…
You’re tucked into a cozy Airbnb, the kind with creaky floors and charm around every corner. You’re in your slippers, sipping coffee, your dog curled up nearby or zooming around in a flurry of excitement. The day is slow. Intentional. Yours.
Your favorite music plays softly in the background, maybe it’s your road trip soundtrack, or the song that always makes you smile. You laugh. You get ready together. Maybe you’re helping zip up a dress, or straighten a collar, or tying a bouquet with ribbon you picked out at the last minute because it “just felt right.” Maybe you just take your time soaking in the quiet. No rush. Just vibes.
And I’m there, capturing the realness of it all, without making it feel like a production.
Then We Head Out
We drive to that sacred little spot you picked together. Somewhere in the middle of nature. Maybe it’s a trailhead, a lakeshore, a tucked away beach, or a scenic overlook that makes you feel like you’re on top of the world.
You read your vows. Exchange rings. Maybe cry. Maybe laugh. Maybe both.
You toast with champagne or your favorite whiskey. Share a picnic you packed yourself. Explore a little. Dance barefoot. Let your pup steal the show for a few photos. Be fully present in the moment. We’re not rushing. We’re not posing every second. We’re creating a space where your love gets to breathe.
And When the Sun is Set…
You’ve got dinner catered in to your Airbnb, or maybe reservations waiting at a quiet, hidden gem of a restaurant. The kind with twinkle lights, cozy booths, and a little corner of calm where you can just be. No performance. No schedule.
Just clinking glasses, deep conversation, and the glow of “we did it,” and a slow exhale. And if you want that moment captured too, I’ve got you.
Here’s the Heart of It
This isn’t about stuffing a timeline full of photo ops. It’s about giving your day the space it deserves. Because eloping isn’t a shortcut, it’s a sacred decision. One that reflects your values, your rhythm, and your love story without the noise. You deserve more than a rushed hour of stiff photos. You deserve a relaxed, meaningful experience that lets you soak in every second.
So if you’re dreaming up your day and wondering how much time you need…
Ask yourself:
What memories do you want to make? How do you want to feel? What parts of your story are worth holding onto? (Trick question, it’s all of them.)
Let’s plan a day that’s real, unrushed, and so you. I’ll help with the vision, the timeline, the locations, and yes, the dog photos too.
