Colorado elopement packages
For down-to-earth couples who want more than just a quick ceremony and a few photos to remember their epic elopement day
You’re not a traditional couple, and you don’t want a traditional wedding.
Not the stress of planning a big party and little details you will have forgotten by your first anniversary. Not being the center of attention as you exchange vows in front of a crowd. Not the expectations of what everyone else wants from you and your wedding.
It doesn’t feel right, and you know there has to be a better way to celebrate your dedication to each other.
Where you can be fully present in the moment together. Where you can do what you want, and not what you should. Where you can experience a breathtaking landscape and create memories for life.
That’s what eloping is all about.
Where to begin?
When you throw out any expectations and pressure of what a wedding should be, you’re left with this:
Two people in love, dedicating their lives to each other.
The rest is up to you.
And that can feel overwhelming. Where do you even start making decisions about choosing a date, finding a location, navigating permits, booking vendors, and planning out the day?
You start by finding someone who can guide you to your dream elopement day, with none of the stress.
Oh, and you just did.
“Nina was a constant source of knowledge and positivity throughout the planning and execution of our intimate wedding in Colorado. She became so much more to us than just a photographer, and the care and attention to detail she puts into her work were clear from the very first conversation we shared.”
Samantha & Zach
About Nina
I want you to have a memorable elopement day, because I didn’t.
My husband and I eloped at the Boulder courthouse in 2011. We knew we didn’t want a traditional wedding, but not that we could have exchanged our vows privately in the snow-covered mountains outside.
Adventure elopements weren’t a thing then, but lucky for you—they are now.
Since then I’ve photographed over 190 elopements, and I like to think I’ve gotten pretty good at guiding couples like you through planning an elopement day that feels true to your relationship.
But don’t just take my word for it.
“We are so glad we went with Nina! The photos are brilliant, the experience was wonderful (and stress free!), and I would recommend Nina to anyone. Seriously, she is worth EVERY penny!”
Rachel & Sam
“When we decided to elope in another state, we knew we needed to find someone who could be a partner in the whole process with us, and that’s exactly what we found with Nina.”
Nickie & Will
“Booking Nina is the best decision we made while planning our elopement.”
Alex & Jose
How this works
Step 1
We’ll start with a free no-commitment video chat so we can get to know each other, and make sure you want me by your side on this adventure. We’ll talk about what you’re dreaming of and how I can help you make it happen, so that you can feel completely confident in your decision if you book me.
Step 2
I’ll send you a questionnaire to get clear on your vision so I can suggest the best locations for you, and a digital guide to planning out every little detail of your elopement, complete with a long list of recommended vendors to make sure your day is everything you dreamed of and more. I’m always just an email or text away.
Step 3
By the time your elopement day rolls around, we’ll feel like old friends. I’m not just another vendor—I’ll be there to support you and document these epic memories. I want you to be able to relax and know that I’ve got you. We aren’t going to make this an all-day photo shoot. The best photos come from the moments you forget I’m there.
“Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for capturing so much raw emotion, beauty, and most importantly memories we can cherish for a lifetime! We absolutely loved adventuring with you. We could not have have asked for a more perfect day or a more perfect photographer to share it with.”
Holly & Matt
More than just photos
✓ Questionnaires
Planning your elopement starts with letting me getting to know you, because no two couples are the same. The more you can share about what you want from the day, the better I can personalize my suggestions for you.
✓ Personalized location guide
All the best locations that fit exactly what you want from your elopement, whether that’s hiking to an alpine lake or driving a Jeep up a mountain pass.
✓ Digital planning guide
Everything you need to know about planning your elopement is in this guide.
✓ Vendor recommendations
I have lists of trusted vendors across Colorado, from hair and makeup artists and florists to private chefs and horse sleigh drivers. And all my vendor recommendations are LGBTQ+ inclusive, because I know how much it sucks when you have to ask.
✓ Timeline
When the big decisions have been made, I’ll help you craft a relaxed timeline that incorporates everything you want from the day without any stress.
✓ Planning help
There’s no such thing as asking me too many questions. I promise.
“Nina is in the business of making dreams come true. When my husband and I were planning our Colorado elopement, we were looking for a photographer who felt like a friend. Someone who was up for an adventure and believed in the magic of the mountains. We TOTALLY found that in Nina.”
Alison & Trevor
Colorado Elopement Packages for 2022–23
Fourteener
Full day elopement. Perfect for telling the full story of your epic elopement day from start to finish.
- 12 hours of photography
- Digital elopement planning guide
- Personalized location suggestions and planning tips
- High resolution digital photos with print release
- Personal website to view, download, print, and share your photos
- Gallery delivered in six weeks
$10,000
Summit
Half day elopement. Perfect for capturing all the most important parts of your elopement day.
- 8 hours of photography
- Digital elopement planning guide
- Personalized location suggestions and planning tips
- High resolution digital photos with print release
- Personal website to view, download, print, and share your photos
- Gallery delivered in six weeks
$7,500
Alpine
Mini elopement. Perfect for simple elopements in one location or with a short hike.
- 4 hours of photography
- Digital elopement planning guide
- Personalized location suggestions and planning tips
- High resolution digital photos with print release
- Personal website to view, download, print, and share your photos
- Gallery delivered in six weeks
$5,000
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“Nina helped us plan our elopement with her vast knowledge of the Rocky Mountains. It lifted a huge weight off our shoulders knowing that we were in capable hands, and we couldn’t be happier with the photos she created of our special day!”
George & Varvara
How long should we book you for?
Most of my couples book 8-12 hours, but how much time you need really depends. I don’t want you to rush through your elopement, because it deserves so much more than just a quick ceremony and a few posed photos.
How do you want to remember the day? What do you two love doing together? How can you create an elopement that feels like you?
These timelines are just a few examples of how you can spend your elopement day, but the best part is that you get to make it your own! Want more details? Contact me to schedule a video chat, and I’ll help you figure out exactly how much time you need.
12 HOURS
9:30am – Getting ready at a cabin
10:30am – First look
11:00am – Jeep up a mountain pass
12:30pm – Exchange private vows
1:00pm – Champagne and picnic lunch
1:45pm – Adventure around for epic photos
3:30pm – Start heading back to your cabin, stopping for photos along the way
5:30pm – Ceremony with your friends & family
6:00pm – Group photos
6:30pm – Dinner prepared by a private chef
7:30pm – Sneak outside for sunset portraits
8:30pm – Whiskey and toasts by the campfire
9:30pm – Nina leaves
8 HOURS
9:00am – Getting ready together
10:00am – Drive to trailhead
10:30am – Ski into the mountains
12:00pm – Change and freshen up
12:30pm – Ceremony
1:00pm – Picnic lunch
1:30pm – Portraits
2:00pm – Get some runs in
3:00pm – Start skiing out
4:00pm – Sunset photos
5:00pm – Arrive back to cars, Nina leaves
4 HOURS
3:00pm – Meet at trailhead, start hiking
4:00pm – Arrive at lake, change into wedding attire
4:20pm – First look
4:30pm – Ceremony
5:00pm – Couples portraits
6:00pm – Hike back
7:00pm – Arrive back to cars, Nina leaves
“Nina is absolutely EXCEPTIONAL. She is down to earth, personable, responsive, hardworking, and exceeded our every expectation. She is so easy to work with and does everything in her power to make your day easy and perfect. Nina is the definition of “going the extra mile.” I couldn’t recommend her more for answering my 500 emails full of questions and capturing our day PERFECTLY.
Megan & Brandon
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to connect?
Finding a photographer you connect with is the most important step to loving your elopement photos. Reach out now to schedule a video chat so we can make sure I’m the right photographer for you. (And if I’m not, no hard feelings—better to find out on Zoom than at your elopement!)