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CAPTURING YOUR DREAM DAY AT YOUR DREAM LOCATION

DESTINATION ELOPEMENT

Photographer

★★★★★

5 STAR RATED PHOTOGRAPHER FOR DESTINATION
& ADVENTURE COUPLES

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HELLO, 

I'M

Rachel

I've roadtripped across state lines, hopped a plane to Mexico, and sprinted through airports --
all to photograph couples wherever their love story leads them. My goal is to capture your love story the way it actually feels. 

If you want to skip the stress and capture your day in a way that actually feels like you, let's get to know each other! 

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LEARN MORE ABOUT ME

I believe in capturing
your love story . . .
wherever that may take you.

WELCOME

If you're here, it's probably because you’re not planning a wedding — you’re planning a moment. One that matters.
One that feels like your favorite playlist, your wildest dream, your calmest exhale. I don’t believe in stiff poses or shot lists written by someone else's Pinterest board.

 

If you're the kind of person who feels more at home under open skies than in a banquet hall... we might just be soul people.

Whether that’s hiking to a mountaintop at sunrise, barefoot on a quiet beach, or maybe it's the two of you under a canopy of trees with your dog as your only witness, and your vows whispered before anyone else knows you're gone.
 

Whatever it is, and however you want it to look,

I’m here for it all.


I’m Rachel — a small-town Wisconsin girl who traded big weddings for big skies. I work with wildly-in-love humans who want to skip the script, ditch the stress and other people's expectations and trade table settings for chasing the magic and a once in a lifetime experience that celebrates what it's all supposed to be about: you and your love story.
 

Whether you’re in the early dreaming phase or already halfway up the mountain — I’m ready when you are.
If you're looking for a photographer that feels more like a trusted friend you can let your hair down around than a vendor with a shot list, fill out the inquiry form and let’s tell a story that actually feels like yours.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

& what sets me apart

areas I serve:

ANYWHERE MY PASSPORT WILL TAKE ME

PEEK MY 

Portfolio

xoxo

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I'm here for the wild ones
writing their own story

MY FAVORITE THING
IN THE WORLD

Freezing a moment of magic  

so you can return to it

anytime and feel everything all over again.


Although, I’m not just here to take pretty pictures.
I’m here to help you create an overall experience that feels like you, start to finish.

 

Yes, I’m FAA-certified to fly drones (legally!) — which means we can capture those sweeping, cinematic aerial shots without worrying about permits or state regulations. I know the rules, the skies, and the views — so all you have to do is show up and soak it in.
 

I’m also an ordained officiant, which means if it’s just the two of you? I can photograph your vows and pronounce you married — no mics, no audience, just magic.
 

And if you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the moving parts (location scouting, permits, timelines, vendors), I offer a full-service elopement package where I take care of everything. From choosing the perfect destination to securing hairstylists, makeup artists, and all the little details — I’ve got you. You can literally show up with a Pinterest board and a dream, and I’ll help you bring it to life.
 

Because choosing a photographer isn’t just about the photos — it’s about the energy we bring into your moment. I’m a small-town Wisconsin girl who knows how to laugh, stay grounded, and hold space for the sacred. I’ll be your photographer, planner, hype girl, guide, and emotional support human through it all.

We’ll laugh, probably cry (don’t worry, I pack tissues), and you’ll get to relax, be fully present, and trust that I’ve got you — every step of the way.

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THINK WE MIGHT BE A GOOD FIT?

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 ELOPEMENT RESOURCES

HAVE YOU JUST BEGUN THE JOURNEY?

 

and upgrades

PACKAGES

CURATED FOR THE COUPLES WHO WANT MORE
THAN JUST PRETTY PICTURES

 

If you're just looking for someone to show up, snap a few photos, and call it a day — I might not be your girl.
 

But if you’re dreaming of a once-in-a-lifetime experience — one that feels intentional, supported, and soul-deep from start to finish — you’re in the right place.
 

My couples aren’t DIY-ing their elopement while juggling Google docs and guesswork. They want the real thing — a full-body exhale, a clear plan, and someone they trust to hold the details while they live the moment.
 

When you book one of my luxury elopement packages,
you're not just booking a photographer, you’re handing the clipboard over and stepping into a sigh of relief

I’ll guide you through timelines, permits, locations, and hand-picked vendors who actually get your vibe. You show up in love. I handle the rest.

This is about more than photos.
This is your story — fully felt, fully held, and beautifully captured.

VIEW PRICING & PACKAGES FULL GUIDE

★★★★★

Rachel went above and beyond for our day. She kept the vibe in check and made sure we had everything we needed. She was so fun to work with and did such an amazing job on our photos. She really captured our love and our day in the best way! Also she got our photos back to us in a very timely manor which was great for personalized thank you cards. 10/10 would definitely recommend for any event you want to remember forever!

SHAYNEA HAAKENSON

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FAQ's

FREQUENTLY ASKED ELOPEMENT QUESTIONS

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CAPTURE YOUR Dream Day
at your DREAM LOCATION

Whether you envision a National Park, a glacier, tropical beach, the mountains, 
or wherever else your heart desires - I've got a passport and I'm ready to 
travel wherever your love story takes you
and help you with each step of the process.

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ULTIMATE ELOPEMENT BUNDLE

WANT TO GO FROM OVERWHELMED TO

"OMG THIS IS HAPPENING!" IN JUST 7 DAYS?

 

LET'S WORK TOGETHER

JOSHUA TREE • GLACIER WEDDING  AMALFI COAST • TULUM • MEXICO • CAROLINA COAST • YELLOWSTONE  DESTIN FL • PARIS ITALY • BALI  COLORADO • SWITZERLAND

Ready to start planning

your dream elopement?

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