Your photos feel just like you did IN that moment. So connected to each other and the landscape, so happy you did this JUST for you.
Your photos feel just like you did IN that moment. So connected to each other and the landscape, so happy you did this JUST for you.
“We want to move to Asheville to hang out with Laura."
She has a way of directing you and making you feel so comfortable on one of the best days of your life. My wife and I are not huge fans of being photographed but she took the most real and romantic photos of us. We are going to cherish them forever. Anyone who is in front of her lens is the luckiest.”
Your photos should revolve around you and your moments
I call it the ‘Don’t mind me–stay where you are–I'll do the moving’ approach. (Other photogs call it ‘Journalistic’ or ‘Candid’ style.)
You know how to fit into each other's arms so I'm not going to pose you in ways that don’t feel natural.
What I will do? I’ll observe the special, little ways you naturally interact as a couple and build on that. I’ll encourage you to go check out the view and give you space. My goal is to create an environment where you feel comfortable doing your thing—your real thing—in front of the camera.
Looking at the view and one another you’ll forget all about posing or not posing. (Or what log I’m balancing on to capture you being all cute.)
“Laura went out of her way to make us feel so special. I could cry talking about it! I have never felt more comfortable and truly cared for. She did everything in her power to capture our day exactly as we imagined.”
-Jess Clemens
You deserve the absolute best for your elopement
Whether we’ll be spending a half day together or two days backpacking through the mountains, you can count on loads of thoughtful and informative planning assistance.
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Custom Timeline
After walking up and down trails of Blue Ridge Mountains and the streets of Asheville, I know exactly what direction to point you. I’ll provide you with a curated location list that checks all the boxes for your elopement.
As buds, I want to make sure you’re in the best hands when it comes to every aspect of your elopement. I’ll give you my list of local, talented LGBTQIA+ and inclusive folks in the industry.
Let’s maximize your time together and minimize … well … anything other than that! Your timeline will prioritize what you value most and give you freedom to explore every location and moment without a care in the world.
Wanna go full tilt? Private ceremony and intimate reception. Waterfall hikes and city vibes. Sunrise and sunset.
From getting ready and your mountain framed vows, to cheering at the brewery with friends at the end of the day.
The highlights of your elopement, the ceremony and portraits. Short, sweet, and simple.
FULL DAY & THEN SOME
Wanna go full tilt? Private ceremony and intimate reception. Waterfall hikes and city vibes. Sunrise and sunset.
FULL DAY
From getting ready and your mountain framed vows, to cheering at the brewery with friends at the end of the day.
HALF DAY
The highlights of your elopement, the ceremony and portraits. Short, sweet, and simple.
5:00am - Wake up, light breakfast/coffee, get ready in separate rooms.
6:00am - First-looks, private moment together
6:15am - Head to mountain ceremony location
7:00am - Arrive at trailhead, begin hike in
7:30am-9:30am - Ceremony, first-dance, portraits
9:30am - Hike back to cars, head to waterfall location
10:00am - Arrive at waterfall, portraits at the waterfall
11:30am - Picnic brunch
12:30pm - Head back to Airbnb to change, rest
3pm - (Optional: Meet up with family/friends) Explore Biltmore or downtown Asheville, visit breweries, etc.
5:00pm - Dinner, reception celebration. Option to have private chef prepare private meal
Hypotheticals not hitting the spot? Fair enough.
Living a day like this is hard for me to put into words…
Good thing I have killer couples who can!
“It felt like we were on a hike with one of our close friends & yet when we got to the top of the mountain she somehow managed to make us feel like it was just my spouse & I soaking in the most special moments of our wedding day by ourselves.
We had an intimate ceremony with just 10 guests at an Airbnb in the mountains, followed by a hike in our full wedding attire. Laura did the planning of picking the hiking spot, building the timeline, and of course taking the most ridiculously incredible pictures I've ever seen. The photos are beyond what we were even dreaming of, but more importantly, Laura made the whole experience so much fun!”
-SOPHIE FERRARA
Holy shit! You’re really doing it! You relax and soak it all in, while I capture every beautiful moment. And don’t worry, before meeting you IRL I’m making sure your memories are protected. I’m talking about backup gear, back up plans, and back up everythings. I’m coming fully equipped to make sure you have an amazing day.
I’ll send you all the goods: vendor recs, eloping tips, and some questionnaires. From your questionnaire answers I’ll compile a location list based on your needs and scenery you love. After narrowing down where and how you want to spend the day I’ll create a timeline custom fitted for your vision. We’ll work together to make sure it’s perfect.
We’ll have a virtual happy hour where you can tell me all about your relationship and how awesome it is. After knocking out your questions, I’ll ask you what the most important part of your day is. That will be our focus, from here on out. If you wanna come hang with me in NC, a signed contract and retainer is all it takes to lock us in!
I always send a couple of teasers/sneak peeks within 24 hours for you both to enjoy. Your entire gallery will be delivered in about 4-6 weeks! These photos will always remind you that you wedding day actually was that fucking incredible. And you can share the entire experience with your friends and family.
I don't take on every elopement I'm approached with. This will be one of the most important days of your lives and you should absolutely have vendors that you connect with! It's also important to me to work with couples who share my brand values!
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