Guitars, Trains, ice Caves and Helis: A Multi-Day Alaska Elopement Margot and Diana’s multi-day adventure in Alaska was stupid. Stupid meaningful. Stupid beautiful. Stupid kismet. Scroll to watch this day unfold… sam@samstarns.com @samstarns We started the day getting ready at their cozy cabin fit for two outside of Seward, AK. Diana and Margot wanted mountain…
Magical May Elopement in Olympic National Park Under near constant cover of clouds and rain… wait, that’s not right. At least, it wasn’t when Brooke and Derek said their vows on the Olympic Peninsula of Washington. If I could conjur up the perfect weather, it would have been this day. The Hoh Rainforest and Rialto…
Full-Circle Ireland Elopement with castles, cliffs and Guinness in Killarney and Dingle Growing up, Peter always knew his Irish heritage from his grandfather, having heard stories, tales, and being instilled with a sense of culture. For years, Peter has collected anything Guinness or Ireland related. They are all hung on the walls of his man…
Moody Viking Elopement In Scotland with Castle Lightsaber Battle Scotland was the first time Daniel or Marquessa had ever traveled out of the United States, and I’m not sure any future trip could beat the week of exploration, magic, and wonder they experienced in Scotland. With Daniel’s career as a chef and Marquessa’s as an…
Secret Ireland Elopement with Epic Main Character Moment Dennis got his Irish citizenship mere months before running away with Sarina to make things official in secret on the Emerald Isle. With the stress of planning a big traditional wedding, Dennis and Sarina knew they wouldn’t be able to be completely themselves. We chose to elope…
Romantic Spring Elopement in the Redwoods and Oregon Coast Arches Emily and James’ elopement day being on St. Paddy’s Day was pure coincidence, but the amount of green present on the day (including the bride’s emerald colored ring) was perfection. Why did these two choose an elopement, and specifically one on the Oregon Coast and…
Windswept April Elopement on the Isle of Skye, Scotland sam@samstarns.com @samstarns After 2+ years, I finally got to adventure with Nina and Derek on the magical Isle of Skye in Scotland. After a couple of hiccups in scheduling (mainly because Nina had the absolutely kickass opportunity to study ecology IN Scotland), we met up during…
Leap Day In Lofoten Magical Northern Lights Elopement in Wintry Norway I recently had the pleasure of capturing a truly enchanting Leap Day elopement in the breathtaking Lofoten Islands of Norway. You’re about to go on a journey through the snowy wonderland and celestial displays and what unfolded over two unforgettable days. This Norway Northern…
Scottish Elopement on the Oregon Coast Picture this: the wild Oregon Coast, waves crashing against the rocks, and two lovebirds, Ashira and Clinton, deciding to take the plunge into married life in the most epic way possible. And by epic, we mean a Scottish and Celtic-inspired elopement that would make Outlander jealous. Because why not?…
A Mountain and Forest Adventure in Olympic National Park Hey there, adventure-lovers! Today, we’re diving into the incredible elopement shoot of Erin and Josh in Olympic National Park. This couple’s celebration was nothing short of stunning, as they explored the park’s diverse landscapes. Getting High on Love at Hurricane Ridge Erin and Josh began their…
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