FYI gender norms are made-up and we are floating on a spinning rock, so as long as you aren’t hurting anyone, DO YOU fully and freely.

POV: You spend months planning a big wedding only to realize it was causing you all the stress in the world and going to leave your pockets empty. So you hop in your car, hit the road, and find a vintage motel in Alabama.

From the coast to the foothills, there are magnificent landscapes just waiting to provide the perfect backdrop for your intimate I dos. The list below includes some of my favorite locations to photograph elopements. 

Every now and again, I make connections in this industry with other wedding professionals, and I know instantly I want to work with them. When I had the opportunity to work with Chas of Wildflower Portland on Lydia & Julia’s Oregon Coast elopement, I jumped on it. It’s impossible to name a favorite part of […]

As a photographer who values individuality, seeing couples like Emily & Skyler play by their own rules is such a joy. While they eloped, it didn’t stop them from having the most beautiful and elegant reception & celebration at The Florentine in Birmingham, AL.  Their friends and family joined them dressed to the 9’s at […]

There are some wedding venues that just get it. Stone Haven, a Section Alabama wedding venue, is at the top of that list. It’s currently booked out two years in advance and after photographing Jordan & Emily’s nuptials there, I completely understand why. This is a space so thoughtfully planned out with full experiences in […]

There is something powerful about choosing to document your family exactly as you are. Not dressed up in a field or posed stiffly in a studio. Just at home in your space in the rooms where your real life unfolds. This session with the Hanner family was everything I love about photographing families in their […]

There are no rules when it comes to your wedding day. Sarah and Matt proved that in the best way. They chose to elope privately, just the two of them, and then gathered their people a week later for a full reception celebration at The Sage in downtown Birmingham, AL. It was intentional, relaxed, and  […]

For couples looking to elope, Alabama has no shortage of unique spaces that feel intimate, personal, and anything but traditional. For micro weddings and elopements with a fun, eclectic twist, The Pink Lantern in Birmingham, Alabama sits right at the top of that list. By day, it’s a cozy coffee shop serving beautifully crafted Vietnamese […]

Getting ready for your branding photography session is an exciting opportunity to show off your business, personality, and professionalism through photos. It’s a chance to create a visual story that will resonate with your clients. Whether you’re a creative entrepreneur, a business owner, or a professional offering services, these tips will ensure you feel prepared […]