Your dog running circles around you both, tail wagging. These are the moments that matter.
The golden hour light filtering through the trees. The sound of a waterfall in the distance.
That moment when you finally exhale and realize: we're actually doing this our way.
The crunch of leaves underfoot as you hike to your ceremony spot.
YOU'VE BEEN TO THOSE WEDDINGS
That's not what this is.
The ones where the bride looks miserable surrounded by 200 guests she barely knows. Where the day is designed for everyone else's expectations. Where the couple disappears into the chaos.
Planning an elopement is different from planning a traditional wedding. (And honestly, that's what makes it better.) But it can also feel overwhelming when you're starting from scratch.
Like, where do you even begin?!
I've put together a free planning guide that walks you through everything: how to choose your location, what permits you might need, how to build a timeline that actually flows, what to pack, and how to make the day feel like you (not like a wedding you saw on Pinterest).
An adventure elopement photographer, physical therapist, and a quiet observer who believes your wedding day should feel like the best kind of escape.
I grew up with a camera in my hand, taking photos of birds and butterflies and mountains. Photography became my language, especially on the weekends when I needed an escape from the burnout of healthcare.
I have my doctorate in physical therapy and work with the elderly in assisted livings. They constantly pull out their wedding albums to show me. Printouts. Polaroids. Albums they've had for decades.
They want to relive those moments, to show off their adventures. That's when it hit me: this is why we invest in photography.
Not for Instagram. For the handwritten notes on the back. For the memories you'll treasure at 80.
That's the feeling I want to capture on your elopement day, wherever that happens to be.
"Jenna helped make our day absolutely perfect! The photos were everything I ever dreamed of."
Jenna made the whole process completely stress-free. Jenna makes you feel like you've known her forever. I'm so thankful for Jenna's heart, her attention to detail, and her incredible talent. Peak Memories Photography truly goes above and beyond!"
- Maddie B.
She made two pretty awkward people feel completely at ease in front of the camera, guiding us through every pose with a gentle, relaxed energy. From start to finish, she was an absolute joy to work with—calm, friendly, and incredibly accommodating. Jenna was flexible and open to any question, idea, or suggestion we had, and everything about the process felt seamless. I truly can't recommend her enough to anyone considering an elopement—she was simply incredible."
While it can feeling overwhelming trying to figure out where to elope in Tennessee- the perfect location is out there for you and I will help you find it!
In adventure elopement isn’t about how extreme your wedding day is. It doesn’t have to involve cliff jumping, sky diving, or hiking ten miles before breakfast (unless you want it to).
where to elope in GA
I have broken down the best places to elope in Georgia based on different backdrops- waterfalls, beaches, mountains and unique views!
I'm the person who will carry chairs down 60 stairs when your rental company doesn't show up. Who'll take your tuxedo to return on my drive home so you don't have to. Who'll sense when you need a break without you having to ask. My couples text me at all hours, and I love it. Because this isn't just my job. I care deeply about each person I work with.
I believe your wedding day should be about you. Not your mother-in-law. Not distant relatives. Not traditions that don't resonate. Just you, your person, and the places that make you feel alive.
Your family might be upset when you elope without them. But that weight and expectation are not yours to carry. This is your wedding day. I want you to feel confident saying "this is what we want" without guilt or compromise. Too many people plan weddings for everyone else and end up miserable. Not on my watch.
Adventure doesn't mean you have to hike 10 miles or jump off a cliff (unless you want to). It means getting outside, finding a quiet spot in nature, and being present with each other. Whether that's deep in the wilderness or just off the beaten path, I'll help you find the location that feels right for you.
I've handled heat stroke mid-ceremony. Equipment failures. Last-minute location changes. Sudden rainstorms. And you'd never know anything went wrong because I don't let couples see me stressed. My energy is calm, grounded, steady. You'll never feel like you need to manage my emotions on your wedding day.
