Adventure Elopement Packages and pricing
custom crafted elopements in nature for a day beyond your wildest dreams
weddings
gone wild.
throw out the rulebook.
forget about the stress.
bring your partner, your sense of adventure, and maybe a dog or two.
your best damn day ever awaits.
Say goodbye to stuffy ballrooms, everyone else’s expectations, and cookie-cutter elopement packages and hello to a day created just for you for a wedding experience you will NEVER want to forget!
let me guess …
You’re super stoked to elope but also more than a little confused about how to make it happen
You’re probably wondering:
how do i find the perfect location?
(One that’s stunningly beautiful and away from the crowds)
do i need a permit?
(And. how do. I even get one?!)
How do i find local vendors?
(Especially in a place I don’t live?!)
what happens if it rains?
(And will my day be ruined if it does?!)
will this day feel special enough?
(And will I regret it???)
Don’t worry. I’ve got you.
Meet your elopement enabler
What if i told you I’m a mastermind?
Hey! I’m Jen Dz (she/her).
I’m the one my friends call when they have a crazy idea and need a little push to do it. Book the flight? YES. Register for.the race? OBVIOUSLY. Quit the job and follow their dreams? HOW CAN I HELP?!
I’m also a very out-going introvert who hates being the center of attention and has had a lifelong obsession with wild places.
Which is how I knew I found my calling way back in 2016 when I first started planning and photographing elopements.
Helping couples follow their seemingly crazy (to everyone else) elopement dreams? It’s what I was put on this earth to do.
I’m here to be your ultimate elopement enabler and guide you towards your best experience ever, however crazy it may seem!
(And I’m going to beautifully document it all – so that this story is never forgotten.)
Stefanie + Danny, Colorado
We will forever be grateful for Jen and all the dedication and hard work she put into making our day unbelievably unique & magical!
This is not a photoshoot.
(It’s so much more than that).
It’s probably a pretty unpopular thing for a photographer to say but if there is one thing you should know about me and my philosophy on elopements it’s this:
Your elopement is not a photoshoot.
Of course I’ll be there taking all kinds of epic photos but if what you remember from the day is being in front of the camera, I will not have felt like I did my job.
My goal is that you have a custom-crafted adventure in a beautiful place and that your photos tell the story of all those little and big moments well.
This is about your experience first. Always.
“I seriously cannot get over how beautiful and stunning the photos are. Jen was such a pleasant person to be around, and we wish we lived in Colorado so we could hang out more 😭”
-Leila + Josh
How we’re going to make your elopement awesome
Included in all Elopement packages:
HANDPICKED LOCATIONS
WIth almost ten years of experience planning and photographing elopements (and a lifelong passion for travel and the outdoors), I’ll help you find the perfect spot – whether that’s here in Colorado or somewhere else in the Wild West!
Local vendor recommendations
I know how intimidating it can be to find vendors at your location which is why I’ll give you recommendations for any local vendors (hair and makeup, florist, helicopter operator, etc.) you want!
custom crafted timelines
Over the years I’ve perfected the art of planning relaxed, stress-free days that make will help you have the best day – whether you want to go on a big adventure or keep it super chill.
permit assistance
Figuring out permits can be stressful but, lucky for you, I was a lawyer in a former life! I’m here to help you navigate the legal side of eloping on public land so you can spend your energy on the fun stuff and less on the legalities!
Sneak Peaks + all the best photos + complimentary album design
Shortly after your elopement you’ll receive a handful of sneak peaks so you can share with your friends and family right away! Your full gallery will be delivered in an online gallery for easy downloading, sharing, and printing. You’ll also receive a complimentary album design, made by me just for you to tell the story of your day.
no travel fees in the U.S.
Travel within the U.S. is included in all of my packages (as long as it’s somewhere I can get to by commercial flight and 2wd vehicle). I make all of my own travel arrangements so you have one less thing to worry about. Just pick your spot and I’ll meet you there, camera in hand and ready to be your biggest hype woman.
will my elopement feel
special enough?
why i take a full day approach to elopements
A lot of couples come to me feeling concerned that their elopement day won’t feel special enough. And honestly? I get it. Which is why I’ve perfected the art of planning elopement days that are beyond my couple’s wildest dreams.
I believe that just because you’re not having the big wedding, doesn’t mean you can’t have the big day.
That’s why we typically make a whole day that celebrates the two of you and who you are (in some of the most beautiful places on Earth!). What that looks like is different for every couple which is why every single elopement day is custom crafted, just for you.
I know a full day with a photographer who you’ve never met can sound really intimidating – that’s why we take the day slow and build in PLENTY of time when you won’t have a camera in your face. You’re on an incredible adventure. I’m just here to document it all.
Molly + Brad
She is an incredible photographer and professional not to mention a TON of fun..we love her!
We had to cancel our wedding twice in 2020 due to COVID. We called Jen to see if she could accommodate our elopement idea. Not only did she accommodate us just four weeks out but she also helped us select the most gorgeous place in the US…Telluride, Co…! She helped me with hair/make up/ flowers/ accommodations AND shot our service at SUNRISE! We spent the day on an adventure from San Sophia station to Bridal Veil AND Ophir Pass. What a rockstar! The EPIC photos say IT ALL.
Stefanie + Danny
My husband and I will NEVER forget the adventure we had on our edding day. We will forever be grateful for Jen and all the dedication and hard work she put into making our day unbelievably unique and magical!
Our elopement with Jen was absolutely amazing from start to finish! We decided we were going to get married 3 weeks before our date because one of our pups was diagnosed with cancer and we knew we wanted him, and our other dog, with us on our special day. We reached out to Jen and she was SUPER responsive. We started the planning process right away! Jen made the picture taking process natural and comfortable. As a fellow dog lover, Jen was patient with our pups and made an outstanding effort to get their attention from behind the camera so our photos would look awesome!
Sam + Jesse
Jen is absolutely amazing!! We could not have been more grateful and more in awe of the gorgeous elopement photos that she took of us!
Jen was soooo easy and fun to work with. She made the whole experience low stress and she listened to our ideas and hopes for the day. She was very fun to talk to and she made sure we were just enjoying ourselves and focusing on each other during the whole elopement experience. She had such a positive attitude and contagious smiley energy that made the experience smooth and delightful. Not only did we have a blast, but Jen also captured these precious moments in the perfect, most movie-magical way and we will cherish them forever.
how it works:
With 100+ elopements under my belt I’ve perfected the art of planning dream days. Here’s how we do it!
ELOPEMENT PACKAGES
These elopement packages are designed to make elopement planning easy and awesome and get beautiful photos into your hands so you can remember your day forever!
LGBTQ + BIPOC Friendly
Dogs + Guests Always Welcome
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Anywhere in the U.S. Elopements begin at 8 hours and $8000
Colorado elopements begin at 4 hours and $5800
FAQ
how far in advance do we need to book you?
I can very often accommodate last minute elopements (my current record is a couple who booked me less than 24 hours in advance!) but most commonly my couples book me 6-12 months before their elopement. How early you need to book depends largely on how flexible your dates and location are!
Will you photograph our elopement in _________ ?? Can you plan an elopement in a place you’ve never been to or photographed before?
I am avid traveler and travel planner and few things get my creative juices pumping like diving into a new location or new landscape and coming up with epic location ideas. I will always be up front about whether I’ve photographed in your location but trust me when I say that it being a new place for me is not a disadantage! I’ve got you, whether I’ve already been there or not.
Is there a limit to how many guests we can have? Is it still an elopement if we have guests?
I believe you should be able to invite whoever you want to your elopement! It makes no difference to me whether you have guests and if you decide to bring folks along I’m here to make sure they have a great time too! You should know that having guests will impact where we can go due to permit rules and Leave No Trace best practices. Generally speaking I photograph elopements and intimate weddings with 0-20 guests but if you’re having a larger wedding and still want to keep that elopement vibe, definitely reach out and let’s see if it’s a good fit!
do you have favorite places you’ve photographed elopements?
YES!!! Here in Colorado I’m very partial to the San Juan Mountains (Telluride, Silverton, and Ouray), Crested Butte, Twin Lakes, Breckenridge, the Indian Peaks Wilderness, and Great Sand Dunes National Park. Other places in the U.S. that I’m obsessed with are Washington State (especially the North Cascades and Olympic National Park), the deserts of Moab, Utah, and Sedona, Arizona, and the wilds of Alaska. In the world? Iceland. Hands down.
Places I haven’t photographed yet but am constantly dreaming of? The Redwoods, the Oregon Coast, the Dolomites (Italian Alps), Costa Rica, and so many more places …
Should we reach out if we don’t know exactly where or when we want to elope?
Yes!!! I have years of experience photographing elopements throughout Colorado and around the Western U.S. and I have a really good idea of where and when is the best time and place to elope based on the vibe, scenery, and activities you are going for! The sooner we can start figuring all this out together the better! I’m always happy to brainstorm location ideas and dates with you.
Do we have to hike for our adventure elopement?
No! There is a common misconception that hiking is required for an elopement but that is simply not true! If you want to hike, that’s awesome and I’m definitely up for the adventure! But if you want to go somewhere that is accessible by car and doesn’t involve hiking at all? That’s awesome too. I’m here to help you figure out the logistics of all of it!
Do you photograph international elopements?
Sometimes! While outside the U.S. elopements aren’t something I’m actively seeking at the moment, I’m definitely open to it if I can fit into my schedule! I’m an avid traveler (been to 17 countries and counting!) and my passport and I are ready to go! Europe elopements (including Iceland which is my FAVORITE!!!) begin at $10,000 for 8 hours of coverage and include all of my travel with no additional travel fees.
how many hours of coverage do we need for our elopement?
Answer: probably more than you think. It depends on what kind of activities you want to do, how many locations you want to visit, and what you want the vibe of your day to be. I typically spend, on average, 8-10 hours with my couples on their elopement day. I always tell couples that the more time you have the less this will feel like a photo shoot and more it will feel like a big adventure (where we take some photos along the way!)
how do we book you?
It all begins when you fill out the Contact form! We’ll schedule a time to hop on the phone or Zoom so we can get to know each other, brainstorm some ideas, and I can answer all of your questions about elopements, planning a destination elopement, my packages, and so much more! A contract and retainer are what reserves your date and kicks off the planning process and the real fun begins!
Ready to feel like this on your elopement day?
Your adventure begins when you click on this link or fill out the contact form below! It’s just me (and maybe a couple dogs) reading it so please don’t be shy.
Don’t know exactly where and when you want to elope? This is the perfect time to reach out! I truly believe that the earlier you bring your photographer on in this process, the better! Together we can come up with the perfect place at the perfect time of year for your perfect day. Trust me when I say I live and breathe this stuff and can’t wait to help you figure it all out!
I LOVE meeting new couples and can’t wait to meet you too!