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by Shawna Rae Photography

Bride and groom boating on Lago di Braies during their elopement

I spend so much of my time at this lake, it’s to the point where I’m considering moving closer. It’s gorgeous, you have an opportunity to rent a private location, and the bookings are always at sunrise. What’s not to love? As one of my previous couples who often watches my Instagram stories once said, […]

Newly engaged vegan couple skiing down Alpe di Siusi at sunrise on fresh tracks

There is something transformative about the Dolomites in early March. The air is crisp, the peaks are draped in winter white, and if you’re lucky, you get that perfect “blue hour” glow just before the sun hits the Sciliar. When Abdel reached out to me a few months ago, he was looking for more than […]

Vardhan & Maahi’s Two-Day Engagement Adventure There are calm planners. There are chaotic planners. And then there is Vardhan, who texted me in a gentle but persistent state of “oh my god what if she sees the ring box in my pocket.” And he’s not alone, many of my proposing clients fit that description. I […]

Man proposing to his girlfriend on Lake Braies with moody clouds everywhere

Eric & Karen’s Dolomites Engagement Story Eric reached out to me wanting to plan something unforgettable for Karen while they were traveling through the Dolomites. His main concern was privacy, since he knew that the Dolomites are a bit #trending at the moment. He consulted with me about booking the boathouse, and luckily he got […]

March in the Dolomites is a bit of a wild card. It might feel like spring in town, but head up into the mountains and you’re knee-deep in snow wondering if winter ever plans on leaving. Connor and Skylar leaned all the way into that energy, and honestly, I loved them for it. They reached […]

Newly engaged couple Standing in the snow in Finland surrounded by Reindeer and a forest

Winter Proposal in Äkäslompolo Dale first reached out to me because he was planning something big and a little intimidating. He wanted to propose in Finnish Lapland, in the middle of winter, in a place neither of us had ever been before. He didn’t just need a photographer, he needed someone who could really help […]

Bride and groom standing holding hands and facing each other with the Dolomites and setting sun in the background

Realistic Elopement Itineraries to Help You Picture Your Day If you’re thinking about eloping in the Dolomites, you’ve probably seen a lot of very pretty photos and not a lot of explanation about how the day actually works. So let’s clear that up. Eloping here doesn’t mean hiking until you drop, waking up at 3am […]

Bride and groom embracing in the wind at Jack's Point in Queenstown, New Zealand. Groom is wearing a kilt and bride a traditional Scottish dress.

Wild Elopement Locations for Couples Who Love Mountains, Nature, and Feeling Free AF. If your idea of romance includes wind in your hair, dirt on your boots, and landscapes that make you whisper “holy sh*t” under your breath, you’re in the right place. This is not a list for people who want chair covers, late […]

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