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Wedding Ideas: Forest Wedding

A Candlelit Evening Ceremony Surrounded by Family in Hocking Hills Ohio

June 3, 2026 | justine

Julia and Adam’s relationship started quietly. After years of crossing paths professionally, one conversation turned into a connection neither of them walked away from. “We had a conversation one day and never stopped talking after that,” Julia shared. “He became my best friend.” Over time, that friendship carried them through major changes in life and parenthood. Through difficult seasons, Julia says Adam became their family’s “Oak Tree,” showing up with consistency, patience, and care. It […]

La Fortuna Waterfall: An Intimate Elopement in the Heart of Costa Rica

January 26, 2026 | justine

Lauren and Alex didn’t set out to plan a wedding that checked boxes or followed tradition. They wanted a day that felt quiet, personal, and deeply connected to the place they chose. That clarity led them to Costa Rica and, ultimately, to La Fortuna waterfall, where they exchanged vows surrounded by jungle, rushing water, and the rare feeling of having the world momentarily to themselves. Their story began on the dance floor at Minneapolis Pride […]

Unexpectedly Eye-Catching Pink, Red, and Lilac Redwood Forest Wedding

July 15, 2025 | marissa

Hannah Marie and Darren’s wedding was anything but ordinary. Tucked beneath the towering redwoods of The Waterfall Lodge & Retreat, their day was a kaleidoscope of color and character. From a ceremony bursting with vivid florals to a disco ball-lit dance floor and cherry-topped cake, every detail was delightfully them—creative, playful, and lighthearted. In short, this was a wedding where tradition met quirk, mood met magic, and personality took center stage. The Waterfall Lodge & […]

Alaskan Locals Elope Their Way—with Pups, a Picnic, and a Private Boat Charter

July 13, 2025 | marissa

If you’re dreaming of a wedding that blends epic natural landscapes with personal, off-the-beaten-path moments, Faith and Zach’s Seward, Alaska elopement will speak straight to your adventurous heart. The couple, both locals to Anchorage, knew from the beginning that they wanted to escape to Seward—one of their favorite places to visit with their dogs—for a celebration that felt relaxed, remote, and fully immersed in nature. What followed was a wedding day filled with custom touches, […]

A Jungle Celebration with Romantic Florals, Cultural Details, and a Showstopping Lavender Wedding Dress

May 26, 2025 | justine

Daisy and Andy’s wedding wasn’t just another destination celebration—it was a dream brought to life in the heart of Mexico’s Riviera Maya, at Arcadia Hidden Arches. Nestled in the lush jungle and surrounded by ancient ruins, the moment they stepped foot on the venue grounds, everything fell into place. It was the ideal setting, allowing their vision to come to life in a way that felt completely authentic. What We Love About This Wedding: The […]

This Romantic Big Sur River Wedding Let California’s Beauty Speak for Itself

March 4, 2025 | justine

Casey and Michael come from opposite coasts—she’s from Southern California, and he’s from Florida. But fate brought them together in San Francisco, where they bonded over art, nature, food, and a shared dark sense of humor. Their love story unfolded through hikes, road trips, rock climbing, and making music together. After nearly six years together, they got engaged during a quiet, rainy hike in Kauai. The couple’s first trip together was a road trip along […]

Styling One of Texas’ Coolest Houses for an Intimate Wedding

November 22, 2024 | justine

Finding the right wedding venue is key—it sets the vibe for your entire celebration. And when a place already has character and charm, it’s the perfect starting point. That’s exactly what this talented team of vendors found in Bloomhouse in Austin, Texas. This unique location brought a sense of magic, elegance, and whimsy to their vision, creating an unforgettable styled shoot. Bloomhouse has an amazing history. Back in the early 1970s, Dalton Bloom set out […]

Elegant and Woodsy RT Lodge Wedding

October 27, 2024 | justine

Katrina and Nicholas envisioned an unforgettable wedding weekend with their closest family and friends, and they made it happen. They chose the natural beauty of RT Lodge as their setting, combining its rustic charm with elegant details and incredible food as the centerpiece. Their RT Lodge wedding was a perfect blend of woodsy elegance, filled with personal touches,  stunning decor, and florals that created an extraordinary and memorable celebration. In the middle of a winding […]

This Adventurous Yosemite Elopement Was a Nod to the Beginning of the Couple’s Relationship

September 13, 2024 | justine

Madhura and Veer’s adventurous Yosemite elopement began with a funny twist. In 2018, while hiking Lower Yosemite Falls, Veer fell and broke his elbow, leading him to stay with Madhura for a month. During that time, they realized they were in love. As photographers, they returned to Yosemite many times, and one night, while watching a meteor shower from Glacier Point, they imagined their wedding under the stars. That vision became reality on their big […]

This Mildred B. Cooper Chapel Wedding Was Full of Bold Colors and Personal Touches

June 22, 2024 | justine

Jessica and Ryan wanted their wedding day to truly represent their style and vibe. With a love of color, they wanted vendors that were able to bring their bold vision to life.  With a unique wedding venue, a vibrant color palette, and eye-catching florals, they transformed their Mildred B. Cooper Chapel wedding venue into the ultimate wedding space.  With its striking architecture, soaring vaulted steel and glass ceilings, and floor-to-ceiling windows that reveal the sky […]