Elopements & Microweddings

 
 
 
 
 

Why elope or have a microwedding?

Intimacy & Privacy - Eliminating the pressure of having a big audience and allows you to focus on eachother.

Cost Effective - You can allocate your budget accordingly to the things that are important to you, rather than spending so much on all the costs associated with a larger scale wedding.

Stress Free - Avoid the overwhelm that comes with planning and coordinating a big event, and focus on the joy of getting married.

Flexibility - The world is your oyster. Location and date are really up to you! A unique and meaningful location, your back yard, the court house, a destination you’ve always wanted to visit… the list goes on.

Personalization - With a smaller guest count, you can focus on creating a meaningful experience for you and your guests.

let’s do this thing.

the style.

My style is heavily focused on real moments. Of course I will guide you through everything and not leave you standing there awkwardly wondering what to do next. But it is so important to me that you are there, present in the moment being yourselves. Trust is a pillar in any relationship, so getting to know you on a personal level makes all the difference and is how I create my best work. This allows me to capture you for who you really are. Allowing moments to unfold naturally, and knowing when to step in and give direction is something I am extremely skilled at. I always make sure the way I’m shooting and interacting with you is reflective of your personalities and your chemistry as a couple. We create together.

the experience.

Connection is so important to me and I want your day to feel like we’re friends from the very beginning. There’s a certain level of comfort and familiarity that I want you to feel with me. I will be experiencing every smile, every laugh, every emotion, every tender touch right along side the two of you on the best day of your lives. I don’t take it lightly. I’ll help and guide you through the entire process providing a ton of resources along the way and I’m always here for you. With over a decade of wedding expertise, I truly just get it.

the collections.

You value photography, so these have been curated with you in mind. The collections are foundational to the full experience provided, but we know sometimes more is more. Everything you see is fully customizable based on your unique needs and wants. The beautiful thing about photography is that it only increases with value through the years as it gets passed down through generations.

 

Ultimately, couples should choose the wedding style that aligns with their preferences, values, and circumstances.

Elopements and microweddings with us are purely customized to your needs. We don’t want to sell you anything you don’t need, we want to sell you exactly what you want! These can be anything you want them to be. A small gathering locally, just you and your partner at an epic location, an all day adventure, or something short and sweet. YOU decide. Days like this are filled with infectious good energy with no stressful timelines, just fun! Head over to our travel page to see where we’re heading next, or what’s on our bucket list!

 

intimate.


connected.

adventurous.

microwedding and elopement collections include two photographers, all images available for download with print release. images are delivered via an online gallery for you and your guests, with an online store housing beautiful professional print products and albums.

2 hours of coverage $3500

4 hours of coverage $4500

6 hours of coverage $5500

for more information on destination elopements visit our elopement experience page - packages begin at $5500

 

Happiness exists in life experiences.

We want to help couples create an intentional experience on one of the most magical days of their journey together. To live, try new things, steer away from what’s comfortable, and soak in the power of an intimate day. Creating a completely safe space for couples in that vulnerable moment where they’re just sharing their heart with their partner promising their lives to each other. Because time waits for no one. 

 

“The experience was that much better.”

“Emily did a fantastic job capturing our intimate elopement! I absolutely couldn’t be happier with how they turned out. Not only did the pictures turn out amazing, the experience was that much better. She paid attention to every detail, even fixed my hair and dress when needed. She is so easy to get along with and she made taking pictures easy for my husband who is a bit camera shy. I’m forever grateful!” — Andrea L.

 

A La Carte

Engagement Session - $950

Additional Hour of Elopement or Microwedding Photography Coverage — $750

Local Adventure Engagement Session — $1200

Upgrade to Destination Adventure Engagement Session — Starting at $2500

Honeymoon Session - Starting at $2500

 
 

FAQ

What is the process should we decide to move forward?

It’s super easy! I have an entire online booking process where you can pay and sign your contract at your convenience. There is a 30% deposit due at the time of booking which reserves your date. The remaining balance is split over two payments, one half way between booking and the wedding date, and the second and final payment due one month prior. Payment is collected via online invoice to make things quick and easy for you. Payment by check or cash is also available by request.

Do you meet with people before booking?

Not always, but I’m always happy to accommodate whatever makes you comfortable. I typically meet couples in person at my studio, over the phone, over FaceTime or Skype, or just through email. Whatever works for you works for me!

Have you ever shot at our venue before? Does that make a difference?

At some point, every venue has been new to me. You can trust that as your photographer I am more than capable of shooting at ANY venue. In fact, a new venue that I’ve never been to is probably the best thing for me on a wedding day. I love the ability to see it with fresh eyes and really dig into my creativity. I always show up a few minutes early to scout the grounds and plan for different lighting situations. If I have shot at your venue before, I’m already comfortable and in my groove when I arrive!

Do you do destination weddings? What additional fees are associated with destination weddings?

While Elle Studios is based out of the Lehigh Valley, I serve clients all around the world. My destination wedding photography packages include the cost of travel and reasonable accommodations. Special, lower rates may apply depending on the specific circumstances. Contact us by clicking here.

Do you deliver every image you shoot?

Nope. I eliminate duplicate images, test shots, missed focused shots, shots with bad expressions and other images that may dilute the overall product delivery. With my expertise of processing millions of images each year, I may eliminate ones that I feel are duplicates and only deliver the best ones. You’ll always get the very best! On average, about 100 photos per hour of coverage.

Do we receive the RAW images?

It’s a no from me. If you like what you see here on my website, what you see is what you’ll get. Aren’t you hiring me for peace of mind that the final images will be exactly what you want because you saw it on the website? Yup!

My fiance/partner doesn’t like photos. Is that ok?

My goal is to always make you feel comfortable and make sure that you’re having fun! I keep it natural and easy and usually everything happens so fast there won’t even be a chance to think too much about it! I promise it’s a good time. Working together for your engagement session is a big part of my process to help establish a friendship with the two of you, so we’re all on the same page through the entire process.

How long do we have to wait to see our images?

I always share a good amount of sneak peeks within 24 hours of your wedding. I know you’re excited to see your images! Typical turnaround for the full gallery is 6-8 weeks. Times may vary by season.

Where do you recommend we print our images?

I will always suggest my professional lab. They are calibrated to my computer monitor for color accuracy and quality. I cannot guarantee images produced anywhere else. Ordering is available in your gallery after your session.


Do you have back up drives?

Yes! All images are backed up for safe keeping across three different sources, and are kept in the final gallery indefinitely. So your images are always safe with me.