There’s a moment almost every couple planning a private elopement runs into: “How do we actually tell everyone?” For a lot of couples, announcing your elopement becomes one of the hardest emotional hurdles in the entire planning process. Not because the decision feels wrong, but because they care deeply about the people around them. The […]

The Question: How Can I Include My Dog In My Pet-Friendly Forest Wedding? One of the first questions we get from couples planning a Secret Forest ceremony is: “Can our dog be part of it?” The answer is yes. And not just as a quick photo opportunity. We’ve seen dogs walk down the aisle, deliver […]

The Question: When Is the Best Time of Day for magical Forest Wedding Photos? If you’re dreaming of an intimate forest wedding or elopement, you’ve probably imagined golden light streaming through the trees and soft shadows dancing on mossy trails. It’s the kind of glow that turns a quiet moment into something cinematic. As an […]

The Question: How Do We Pose Naturally During Our Forest Wedding Photos? One of the most common questions I hear from couples getting married in our forest is:“We’re not models – how do we pose naturally for our wedding photos?” Here’s the truth: you don’t have to “pose” at all. As an elopement photographer and […]

When you first start dreaming about an intimate celebration, the terms elopement and micro wedding can sound interchangeable. After all, both promise a more personal, less traditional experience than a large wedding. But while they share a similar heart – intentionality, intimacy, and freedom – they each have their own rhythm, guest count, and style. […]