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Winter Wedding at a Woodville Winery

Winter Wedding at a Woodville Winery

I’ll come out and say it—I love a good winter wedding. I love them, even more, when they are at a Woodville Winery in California. Winter weddings are moody, romantic, and cozy. They might not check all the same boxes, but they instead offer an intimacy that you might not find during the summer months. Another big perk? Vendors, from caterers to planners to bands often have greater availability outside the traditional wedding season, meaning the odds of booking your dream florist (or photographer!) are that much better.

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Oregon Coast Elopement Guide - Where to Elope on the Oregon Coast
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Oregon Coast Elopement Guide - Where to Elope on the Oregon Coast

If you’ve ever driven down Route 101, you know that even seeing the Oregon coast from the car is an experience like no other - from the remote, rugged cliff sides that peek over the ocean to the cute beach towns dotting the coastline. An Oregon coast elopement is without a doubt perfect for any couple looking for a little adventure on their wedding day, whether you want to relax on the beach, hike by the ocean, or paddle out for a surf!

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Mt. Baker Winter Engagement
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Mt. Baker Winter Engagement

This Mt. Baker Winter Engagement is one of my favorites to this day! One question couples often ask is if I only shoot photos in the mountains during the spring and summer months. THE ANSWER? No freaking way! There is something magical about being in the mountains as the seasons change and if you’re up for it, so am I.

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A Guide to Elopement Budgets: How Much Does it Cost to Elope?

A Guide to Elopement Budgets: How Much Does it Cost to Elope?

One of my favorite things about elopements is that you get to decide what matters to you - there are no rules, so you can spend money on whatever would make this day truly amazing. For some couples that means a delicious meal, for others, it means a kayak tour, and for you, it could be a flight to Iceland.  This guide to elopement budgets will break down the cost of eloping! So, let’s answer the question - how much does it cost to elope?

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Choosing an Elopement Location: How to Decide Where to Elope
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Choosing an Elopement Location: How to Decide Where to Elope

So, where to elope? I can tell you a hundred reasons why eloping is the best. However, one of my favorite reasons is that you can elope in some of the most beautiful places in the world! You don’t have to spend your time looking for a place that will be able to accommodate 200 guests. Also, you aren’t limited to tying the knot in a traditional venue. But when your options are pretty much limitless - how do you decide where to elope?

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PNW Couples Session in a Cozy Cabin
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PNW Couples Session in a Cozy Cabin

This PNW Couples Session still gives me the warmest and coziest feelings. When winter hits in the Pacific Northwest, you can either hibernate until spring or head for the mountains. Winter doesn’t mean that you can’t get outside, but it does help to have a cozy basecamp to come back to.

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