If you’re planning a micro wedding or elopement ceremony, how do you know if you’re overpaying your vendors? How much does elopement photography cost, for instance? Elopement photography costs can vary based on many factors—location is one of the most important elements of wedding photography pricing in general. How can you assess these factors against your quotes to make sure you’re getting a fair price? That’s where this guide comes in. We’re here to explain the cost of elopement photographer services in detail. We’ll explore what’s included in a typical package, which factors influence pric ..read more

Between the sheer size of your wedding Pinterest board and every idea free-floating in your head, you need a must-have wedding photos checklist to keep you on track when it’s time to strike a pose. Where can you find a definitive list of must-do wedding photos? Right here in this guide. From staged photos of the married couple to candid moments on the dance floor, we’re taking you through the shot list that every couple needs to capture their wedding celebrations—and we’re not leaving any pixel unturned. Essential Wedding Photos Checklist Why do you need a must-do wedding photo checklist in th ..read more

Booking wedding vendors can be overwhelming, and finding the right professional for elopement photography is no exception. Just one of the many questions you’ll likely have during your search is, “how many wedding photos should I get?” There are a few universal truths to remember about photos before your big day: Every professional wedding photographer approaches photo packages differently; quality and quantity can be equally important; and no matter how many photos you get, you’re only going to pick a few favorites to print or post. With all of this in mind, this guide is here to help you app ..read more

As you research wedding vendors and try to set a budget for your big day, you might question if your quotes are fair—how much should wedding photos cost in your area? While wedding photography pricing varies based on many factors, there are average wedding photographer costs in specific regions that you can reference to assess your estimates. In this guide, we’re teaching you how to do just that. We’ll touch on factors that affect wedding photo costs, average costs by region, and ways you can save—especially if you opt for a smaller event or an elopement. Understanding Wedding Photography Pric ..read more

If you and your partner are considering eloping, you’re in good company—a recent national survey found that most engaged couples were interested in a scaled-back, elopement-style wedding.1 To accommodate this preference, personalized elopement packages offer a comprehensive solution, handling every detail from the venue and ceremony to the professionals involved, making the process smooth and stress-free. Choosing elopement can often take some of the pressure off of your big day. It typically means a smaller budget, a more intimate crowd, and the ability to customize your ceremony and receptio ..read more

An elopement is the dream for many couples—particularly those who yearn for adventure and prefer a private, intimate ceremony. However, costs can pile up quickly when planning any wedding. If you’ve spent time daydreaming about your wedding day, considering its budget just might be what brought you back down to Earth. Luckily, there are ways for couples to stay financially savvy without sacrificing fairytale flair. Understanding the pros and cons of eloping can also help you balance an affordable and joyful celebration. If you’re hoping to elope on a budget, we’ve got you covered. Read on for ..read more

Jess & Austin Drawhorn, Location Name We’re Jess and Austin Drawhorn! Our marriage is rooted in adventuring—together we’ve road tripped to 18 National Parks all over the US. We spend our days off in Colorado climbing, day-tripping to hot springs and hiking to beautiful destinations. We eloped last year in our favorite place in the world: Rocky Mountain National Park. I don’t think we realized at the time that we were having an “adventure elopement.” It just felt like a normal day for us that we made super special by tying the knot. After photographing and performing over a hundred p ..read more

What you need to know   We ask you abide by these rules while performing your ceremony: Food/Drink are PROHIBITED in the Formal Gardens. Please stay on designated trails. No alcohol is allowed. Please no foreign materials including confetti, rice, glitter, balloons, dropping of silk flower petals or the release of live birds or butterflies. Also important No pets are allowed. No smoke bombs! The permit is for non-exclusive use of the area, so other members of the public may also be present. Use of drones are not permitted. Vehicles are not permitted to drive on ANY of the pat ..read more

What you need to know Rocky Mountain National Park does require a representative of Simply Eloped to be on site for your ceremony as part of our permit requirements. This can be your officiant or photographer, but if you book us for just hair & makeup you will need to add on an onsite helper to be on-site at your location. Clients of the Permittee are not admitted free entrance to the park. The clients’ options are to buy an entrance pass – pay when they enter; have a Current Entrance Receipt; have a current pass. Please stay on designated trails. Make sure all trash and ceremony items ..read more

What you need to know: We are required to have a Simply Eloped person on site – this can be an officiant, photographer, videographer or onsite helper (which means with our Orchid Package, you are required to add-on our onsite helper to have them on site). No alcohol is allowed. Please stay on designated trails. All garbage associated with the event must be picked up and removed. The use of birdseed, rose petals, rice, etc. on the national forest is not allowed. Chairs, arbors, or other items associated with your ceremony cannot be accommodated. Keep in mind, the national forest is for the en ..read more