Intimate wedding + elopement packages
Welcome to your best damn day. Ever.
I believe
you deserve a wedding experience THAT IS PERSONAL
The wedding industry wants you to believe that there is one right way to do this thing – you have the big party, you spend all the money, you prioritize everyone’s experience but your own.
But that isn’t how it has to be. I believe in my core that the day you get married is for YOU. It should be about the two of you doing this thing in a truly special way.
If, for you, that means the big ballroom wedding – awesome!
But if you’re the type of couple that hates being the center of attention, the type that feels most grounded in nature, the type that wants to spend the day exploring beautiful places and make that really big promise to your person in a wildly different way? I’m here to help.
Meet your guide on this adventure
I’m Jen Dz. I’m here to be the co-conspirator of the best day of your life.
I began planning and photographing elopements in 2016, way back before they were trendy. See, this has never been about trends. It’s been about following my heart to help you follow yours.
My approach to elopements is based on a deep love of wild Western landscapes, true human connection, and the belief that we have a choice in how we live our lives – including how we get married.
(It’s also based on the idea that dogs are family and make all adventures better!)!
If you are looking for a photographer to simply show up and photograph your day, I’m probably not the one. But if you are looking for someone to guide you through this process, help you brainstorm locations and activity ideas, and document your day in an honest way, I’d love to chat!
If you are looking for a photographer to simply show up and photograph your day, I’m probably not the one. But if you are looking for someone to guide you through this process, help you brainstorm locations and activity ideas, and document your day in an honest way, I’d love to chat!
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!
HOW IT WORKS
01.
You get in touch
Your adventure begins when you fill out the contact form! I want to hear ALL about the two of you and what you have in mind for your elopement (and don’t worry, it’s totally ok if you have NO idea!)!
I’ll get back to you right away with my full pricing guide, sample galleries from REAL elopements, and whether or not I’m available for your date! Then we’ll set up a time to chat.
02.
No-strings-attached consultation
We’ll hope on the phone or on Zoom so we can get to know each other, meet each other’s dogs, and brainstorm some ideas for your day! I’ll answer allllllllll of your questions about eloping and by the end of the call you’ll feel a whole lot better about this whole thing! If it’s a match made in heaven, we’ll get you booked!
Note: I believe it’s super important that we are a good fit which is why this step is required! You deserve a photographer you really vibe with – whether that’s me or not!
03.
We plan this thing together!
This is where the fun begins! I’ll help you choose your dream location (from finding the perfect state to picking exact gorgeous spot), come up with activity ideas, navigate logistics, recommend other vendors, and so much more.
I realize this sounds pretty intimidating but trust me when I say that I have a tried and true process and almost 10 years of experience of planning these things and I know how to do it right!
04.
You have the best damn day ever.
My approach to your elopement day is a little different in that I don’t view photos as the priority. My biggest goal for you? It’s that you have an incredible adventure with your person in a beautiful place – and for your beautiful photos to tell that story well.
I take a largely documentary approach to elopement photography which means that I don’t put you in awkward poses. My goal is to capture you being you on the best day of your life (but don’t worry, I have lots of tricks up my sleeve to help you do that!)
05.
You get to relive it all. Forever.
Apprxoximately a month after your elopement you will receive a gallery full of edited, high-resolution photos that are yours to use however you want. You’re probably going to cry (but like, GOOD cry. I promise!).
An adventure, not a photoshoot.
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 an experience first. Always.
Alex + Wyatt, Olympic National Park
“It truly felt like hanging out with an old friend. Jen really is the best.”
What you get when we work together:
expert level elopement planning and guidance
I’ve been planning and photographing elopements and intimate weddings for almost a decade now and along the way I’ve learned a thing of two about the art of crafting and incredible experience for my couples. I’ve successfully dealt with just about everything that can come up when you’re planning an elopement in nature – from bad weather to wildfires to road closures, I’ve got you covered! In the elopement world experience is everything – trust me when I say I’ve done this a few times! 😉
I’m here to take the leg work out of planning your day! All elopement packages include everything you need to have a stress free experience.
This includes:
- Hand-picked locations (from as macro as “this state” to as micro as “this trail” or “that lake”) based on the views and experiences you want to have
- Elopement-friendly and LGBTQ affirming vendor recommendations so you can put together your dream team
- Activity ideas and logistical help to make your day unfogettable
- A custom crafted timeline to maximize you having an awesome day and getting that glorious light for photos!
- Permit assitance
- Lodging recommendations
- Unlimited planning consultations and assistance! I’m here to help you every step of the way.
Elopement Photos that represent who you are and the beautiful place you did this thing
- NO CHEESY POSES HERE. This is all about capturing the two of you as you actually are and the story of the day you had together. My work is based heavily on two things: candid moments and stunning landscapes.
- Edited high resolution photos in an online gallery with unlimited downloads – these are your photos! Use them however you’d like!
- Complimentary album design, crafted by me, just for you
no travel fees + no surprises*
(*other than the surprise of how easy and epic this whole thing was!)
My travel to your location is included with no additional travel fees and I arrange all of my own travel. We’ll figure out your perfect spot and I’ll meet you there (after gushing for months about how excited we are, obvs!).
“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
Elopement + Intimate wedding Pricing
ELOPEMENT AND INTIMATE WEDDING PACKAGES
My bread and butter! I’ve called Colorado home since 2007 and am an expert in putting together unforgettable elopement experiences in the mountains I call home. I know Colorado like the back of my hand and can’t wait to show you all of my favorite kind-of-secret spots. Elope in Colorado like a local!
Includes:
-4 hour, half day, and full day photo coverage options
-An elopement adventure anywhere in the Colorado mountains including Telluride, Crested Butte, Twin Lakes, Breckenridge, Great Sand Dunes National Park, and so many more beautiful spots!
-A custom crafted day including hand-picked location suggestions, elopement friendly and LGBTQ affirming vendor recommendations, activity suggests, timelines, and so much more!
– Stunning, non-cheesy photos that tell the story of your day in the best way in the best and most beautiful way possible
– All the best photos high-resolution photos from your day (typically 200-500) in an online gallery for you to download and share with friends and family worldwide.
– My travel to your location is included in all packages and I handle my own travel arrangements = no stress for you!
– Your own personal cheerleader who is here every step of the way!
Packages begin at 4 hours and 5600
colorado adventure sessions
For engagements, anniversaries, or just because! These sessions are perfect for folks who want to get out and explore the beautiful mountains of Colorado and have an epic photoshoot along the way! Typically we’ll spend two hours exploring, hiking, picnicking, and enjoying some of the most stunning scenery in the world.
-A 2+ hour photo adventure in Rocky Mountain National Park, the Indian Peaks Wilderness, or other awesome locations near Boulder, CO. *Sometimes available in locations that I’m traveling to! Interested in a different spot? Just ask and we’ll see if we can make it happen!
-Custom locations, permits, and so much more!
– Stunning, non-cheesy photos that tell the story of your adventure in the best way in the best and most beautiful way possible
– All the best photos high-resolution photos from your day (typically 80-200) in an online gallery for you to download and share with friends and family worldwide.
packages begin at 2 hours and $2000
packages begin at 2 hours and $2000
– Your own personal cheerleader who is here every step of the way!
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 wedding 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.
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!
Get in touch!
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!
