What is a First Look? And Should You Have One? When I chat with couples about their wedding day timeline, the question will inevitably arise about whether they want a first look, but what exactly is that? Instead of seeing each other in their wedding garb for the first time at the ceremony, a couple…
Marriage License Info forall 50 States Ready to start your adventure? Glad you’re here! As an adventure elopement photographer, I know a thing or two about what it takes to get married. For my book, “Elope Your Life“, I’ve compiled with my editor all the latest info (for real, some counties we legit called) on…
Traditional Wedding Costs vs. Adventure Elopement Costs Digging the resources? You ain’t seen nothing yet… Let’s create a day for you that’s wild, bold, and full of fun in a dramatic landscape! sam@samstarns.com @samstarns Cost. Even with adventure elopements, it’s not an insignificant factor for some. Lots of people weigh traditional wedding costs vs. elopement…
When NOT to Have an Adventure Elopement This adventure elopement photographer has seen her share of elopement days. I’ve been witness to some of the most amazing moments, surrounded by nothing but wilderness and love. On the other hand, I’ve also seen moments interrupted by the sounds of tourists clambering to get a photo (sometimes…
3 Vendors to Book First for Elopements Even before you’re engaged, you probably know that a venue and photographer are two things you need to book right away when planning a wedding. Heck, couples look at venues and check their booked dates BEFORE a ring is even in the picture. But with planning an elopement,…
3 Officiant Options for Your Elopement In order to make things official, you’re going to need an officiant. Let’s face it, with all the possible details to plan, an officiant kind of falls down the priority list. It’s not really a fun thing to plan, and compared to dresses, locations, florals, and other details, it…
How to Tell Friends & Family You Eloped Digging the resources? You ain’t seen nothing yet… Let’s create a day for you that’s wild, bold, and full of fun in a dramatic landscape! sam@samstarns.com @samstarns When I got married, I didn’t even know how to talk to people who weren’t invited to the wedding, and…
Top Gear Picks for Adventure Elopements HIKING BOOTS for adventure elopements MERRELL One of my clients, Allison, purchased her most recent pair of Merrells in 2013. 2013, y’all. And she’s taken them everywhere. They’re waterproof/resistant and have amazing support for her “weak-ass ankles” (same, girl). She’s worn them snowshoeing in the Rockies, took them glacier…
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