August 11, 2025
Planning your elopement day in Michigan but wondering how to fill those precious hours together? You don’t have to just go to the court house and then go home. Your wedding day should be a perfect reflection of your love story, whether you’re thrill-seekers craving adventure or romantics dreaming of intimate moments. Michigan’s diverse landscape […]
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When couples start planning their elopement, one of the biggest decisions they face is whether to hire separate photographers and videographers or find a photography and videography team that works together. As a Michigan elopement photographer who works alongside my husband Stephen (our in-house videographer), I get this question a lot: “Does it really make […]
August 7, 2025
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August 5, 2025
When couples ask me about planning a full-day adventure elopement in Michigan, they usually want to know: “What would we actually DO for 12 whole hours?” Fair question! As a Michigan elopement photographer who’s spent countless days in and researching the Upper Peninsula, I can tell you that the Porcupine Mountains offer some of the […]
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Look, I get it. You’ve decided to elope because you want something simple and stress-free, but then you start googling “how to plan an elopement” and suddenly you’re down a rabbit hole of permits and vendors and timelines and you’re thinking “wait, wasn’t this supposed to be the easy option?”. Here’s the thing: elopements are […]
August 4, 2025
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May 13, 2025
Eloping in the Porkies If you’re dreaming of an intentional, adventurous elopement far from the noise of traditional weddings, the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula might just be your perfect place. Known for its old-growth forests, Lake Superior vistas, waterfalls, and dramatic ridgelines, this underrated gem offers everything needed for an […]
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The Ultimate Guide for Adventurous Couples If you’re dreaming of an intimate, scenic wedding day, eloping in Michigan might be the perfect choice. With its diverse landscapes – from rugged shorelines and lush forests to charming small towns – Michigan offers countless breathtaking elopement locations. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cabin ceremony, a beachside […]
March 5, 2025
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March 3, 2025
If you’re dreaming of an adventurous, intimate wedding surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, an elopement in the Porcupine Mountains might be the perfect choice. Known as Michigan’s last great wilderness, the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park – often called “the Prokies” – offers stunning views, secluded waterfalls, and rugged landscapes that create an unforgettable backdrop […]
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The Drakensberg Mountains are located in eastern South Africa right on the border of the country, Lesotho. With their breathtaking and unique cliffs, lush valleys, and vast skies, are the perfect backdrop for an adventurous elopement. Driving through the mountains is like driving through scenes from The Lord of the Rings. Whether you’re dreaming of […]
February 21, 2025
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February 12, 2025
If you’re looking for a stunning and intimate place to elope in Michigan, Stony Creek Metropark in Shelby Township is a perfect choice. With its lush forests, open grassy fields, and scenic lake, this 4,461-acre park offers a breathtaking backdrop in the middle of suburbia for your elopement day. One of the most beautiful places […]
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Elopements, what is an elopement? As the Merriam-Webster dictionary states that the way people are using the term of “elope” is changing and the way people define the word elopement is different than “to run away and secretly get married”. It’s important to know that there is no shame in an elopement. An elopement is […]
January 29, 2025
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