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3/19/25

Why Choose Dead Horse State Park for Your Wedding If you’re dreaming of an epic desert elopement with jaw-dropping canyon views, Dead Horse State Park is always my first recommendation! With its dramatic cliffs, stunning sunsets, and vast desert landscape, this park offers a secluded and intimate setting perfect for adventure-loving couples. In this guide, […]

2/26/25

Zion

Dreaming of a destination wedding surrounded by the majestic landscapes of Zion National Park? While the park itself offers stunning vistas, the neighboring towns of Rockville, Springdale, and Orderville provide some stunning venues for couples looking for adventure but wanting the full wedding experience with all their friends and family! As a Zion wedding photographer […]

2/24/25

Arches National Park elopement, Double arch wedding photo

Dreaming of an Arches National Park elopement? Imagine exchanging vows against towering red rock formations and breathtaking natural arches. As a your local Utah elopement photographer, I help my couples plan epic adventures all over Moab! This guide will walk you through every step of planning your unforgettable wedding in this iconic Utah National Park. Why […]

9/05/24

If you’re anything like me, you’ve fallen in love with the red rocks and unique landscapes in Moab, Utah! The desert views, the arches and the colorful sunsets all make for the perfect backdrop for your destination wedding in Moab. If you’re looking for wedding venues in Moab, you two are looking to add adventure […]

7/16/24

Why Canyon Overlook? Canyon Overlook is one of the most popular views in Zion, and for good reason! For a 1 mile round trip hike, the views are stunning and the perfect backdrop for your wedding photos. I’ve lived in Zion my whole life and spent years hiking this area and photographing weddings and elopements […]

7/06/24

Tips, Tricks Locations, & Camera Settings A Complete Guide of How to Get Epic Astrophotography Shots If you’re anything like me, the starry night sky holds a special place in your heart. Nothing beats seeing the full night sky for the first time, there’s nothing like it. It makes perfect sense that you want to […]

6/28/24

sunset cliffs wedding, sunset cliffs elopement

Cost, Locations, Timeline & Tips A Complete Guide of How to Get Married at Sunset Cliffs Sunset Cliffs, San Diego is the perfect beach backdrop for your wedding. The cliffs, the colors, the ocean and the range of dimensions not only is beautiful but creates stunning photos! In this guide, we will go over everything […]

3/19/24

horseshoe bend engagement photos

Ultimate Guide Costs, Info & Tips Horseshoe Bend, Arizona is one of the most iconic locations of the Southwest, it’s no surprise that you are wanting to have professional photos taken here! As an elopement photographer born and raised in the area, I’ve spent my whole life exploring the area and mastering taking photos in […]

3/04/24

If you’re dreaming of a wild and adventurous wedding with no venue restrictions, a BLM wedding in Utah might be perfect for you! Imagine exchanging vows surrounded by epic desert landscapes, red rock formations, and endless open skies.  Utah is made of many BLM offices, based on location, and each one has it’s own sets of rules. […]

9/11/23

Dreaming of a Zion National Park elopement? Imagine saying your vows surrounded by towering sandstone cliffs, winding canyons, and breathtaking desert scenery. As a photographer born and raised in Zion, I’ve spent a lot of time capturing epic elopements all over Zion and the surrounding areas! I’m here to guide you through everything you need to […]

Love Notes

We are beyond grateful to have had Sammie & Michael capture our elopement!
From the very first message, Sammie was incredibly warm, organized, and thoughtful. She made us feel so supported through every step of the process and brought such a calm, joyful energy on the day itself. Together, they’re a dream team. Talented, kind, and deeply intentional in the way they work.
If you’re looking for a photographer who truly cares, has an incredible eye, and will make you feel completely at ease, Sammie is the one.

"The gallery brought us to tears!"

We are beyond grateful to have had Sammie & Michael capture our elopement!
From the very first message, Sammie was incredibly warm, organized, and thoughtful. She made us feel so supported through every step of the process and brought such a calm, joyful energy on the day itself. Together, they’re a dream team. Talented, kind, and deeply intentional in the way they work.
If you’re looking for a photographer who truly cares, has an incredible eye, and will make you feel completely at ease, Sammie is the one.

We had an elopement in Olympic National Park and worked with Sammie and Michael to capture our special day with photography and video. The process was stress free and our day was absolutely perfect! They are both so wonderful, genuine, detailed, flexible, and creative. They went above and beyond to scout locations, help come up with time lines, and made us feel comfortable in front of the lens. We love Sammie and Michael so much! We are obsessed with our photos and video and the memories we made.

" Stop your search, you've found the best!"

We had an elopement in Olympic National Park and worked with Sammie and Michael to capture our special day with photography and video. The process was stress free and our day was absolutely perfect! They are both so wonderful, genuine, detailed, flexible, and creative. They went above and beyond to scout locations, help come up with time lines, and made us feel comfortable in front of the lens. We love Sammie and Michael so much! We are obsessed with our photos and video and the memories we made.

If you’re looking for a photographer, go with Sammie! She’s the best—helpful, organized, thoughtful, and open to your ideas. She listens, delivers beyond expectations, and gives you so many beautiful photos to remember the day!
Sammie is a calming presence who truly cares about telling your story in the most authentic way. We couldn’t be happier and can’t recommend her enough!

"Working with Sammie was an absolute dream."

If you’re looking for a photographer, go with Sammie! She’s the best—helpful, organized, thoughtful, and open to your ideas. She listens, delivers beyond expectations, and gives you so many beautiful photos to remember the day!
Sammie is a calming presence who truly cares about telling your story in the most authentic way. We couldn’t be happier and can’t recommend her enough!

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