Michigan Elopements
Pricing Guide

Hello!

Hey there! We're Erika and Stephen, the married duo behind the cameras (and behind the scenes keeping everything running smoothly). I handle the photograph while Stephen captures all the moving moments on video, and somehow we've managed not to drive each other crazy after working together since 2017.

We're Michigan-based but totally up for an adventure, whether you're planning something intimate in Detroit or dreaming of vows somewhere more off the beaten path. The thing is, we've learned that having a team who actually gets each other makes your day so much easier. No awkward "wait, are we in each other's shots?" moments, no competing timelines. Just two people who know how to work together to capture your story.

Here's what we've figured out: you're not just hiring photography and videography. You're getting a team that's genuinely invested in your day going well, who'll help you think through the details you might not have considered, and who'll be the calm, organized presence in the background while you focus on what actually matters...each other.

You Get a team that actually works like a team. We're not two random vendors who met five minutes before you walk down the aisle. We've spent years figuring out how to move around each other, when to step in, when to step back, and how to capture everything without getting in each other's way. Your day flows better, your photos and video look intentional together, and you don't have to manage two separate people with two separate agendas.

We're not just showing up to click buttons. From the moment you book us, we're basically your unofficial wedding planning consultants. Need to know the best spots for sunset photos in Traverse City? We've got opinions. Want help figuring out a timeline that actually makes sense? We will help you build one. Looking for vendor recommendations from people we trust? We've got you covered. This isn't just about the day of, we're here for the whole journey.

You're working with people, not a business. Every couple gets our full attention and a completely personalized experience. We actually want to know what makes you laugh, what you're nervous about, and what you're most excited for. By the time your wedding day rolls around, it feels less like working with vendors and more like having friends behind the camera who happen to be really good at their job.

No surprise invoices or charges showing up later. All our travel within Michigan is included in your package price. No random fees, no "oh by the way" charges, no unpleasant surprises when you're trying to enjoy your honeymoon. We believe in being upfront about everything from the start, because planning a wedding is stressful enough without having to decode hidden costs.

Look, we know choosing your photographer and videographer feels like a big decision......because it is. These are the people who'll be with you for some of the most important and intimate moments of your life. We just want to make that choice feel a little easier by being exactly who we say we are; experienced, genuine, and completely committed to making your day as amazing as you've imaged it.

Erika and Stephen in the Drakensberg Mountains. Photo taken by Leigh Benson Photography (Johannesburg, SA)

Ready to see how we can make your day both beautifully documented and completely stress-free?

Why Working with Us Just Makes Sense

We're so ready!

We're not just going to suggest "that pretty spot everyone uses". We'll actually research and recommend places that fit your vibe, your vision, and your comfort level. Whether that's a hidden gem we've discovered or a classic location that never gets old.

You know those wedding timelines that look great on paper but completely fall apart in reality? Yeah, we're not doing that. We'll work with you to create a flow that gives you time to breathe, accounts for things like "but what if we want to take a minute to just be married," and actually works in the real world

Need a florist who gets the elopement vibe? A celebrant who won't make you cringe? Someone who does hair and makeup without making you look like a different person? We've worked with the good ones and we're happy to share.

We're not going to miss the important stuff while we're busy trying to create fake moments. Those spontaneous laughs, the way you look at each other when you think no one's watching, the tears (happy ones, hopefully). All of it gets documented naturally.

Within 48 hours of your elopement, you'll have a handful of photos in your inbox to prove it actually happened and to share with the people who couldn't be there (or just to stare at while you're still in honeymoon mode).

Consider us your behind-the-scenes coordinators who make sure everything flows smoothly so you can focus on being present with each other. Forgot something? We've probably got a back up (or we'll go find it for you). Timeline running a little behind? (By the way, it's totally normal) We'll adjust. You just get to show up and be in love.