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Colorado elopement & wedding guides.

Location guides, permit walkthroughs, and honest planning advice from behind the lens. Written for couples who want their day to feel like theirs.

Couple eloping at Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs among red sandstone spires

Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs, CO

How to Elope at Garden of the Gods: A Complete Colorado Elopement Guide

A local photographer's complete guide to eloping at Garden of the Gods, permits, best light, top ceremony spots, and what to pack.

July 5, 20267 min read
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Colorado wedding couple in soft, film-inspired light captured on professional digital

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Why I Don't Shoot 35mm or Super 8 at Weddings (and What Couples Should Know)

Film and Super 8 look beautiful, but a wedding is not a reshoot. Here's an honest look at the risks, tradeoffs, and when analog is worth adding to your day.

July 8, 20265 min read
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Couple signing their Colorado marriage license after their elopement ceremony

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How to Get a Colorado Marriage License: A Step-by-Step Guide

A simple step-by-step guide to getting your Colorado marriage license, including appointments, documents, county rules, and FAQs.

July 6, 20266 min read
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Dramatic Colorado mountain landscape at Great Sand Dunes National Park

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Why You Shouldn't Get Married in Rocky Mountain National Park and 5 Better Colorado Elopement Spots

RMNP has iconic views, but crowds, permits, and shutdowns can ruin your day. Here are 5 better Colorado elopement spots for a stress-free, private wedding.

July 7, 20268 min read
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Couple eloping in the Colorado mountains at golden hour

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How to Elope in Colorado: The Complete 2026 Guide

Everything you need to plan a stress-free Colorado elopement, from choosing your location and season to permits, timeline, and what to pack.

July 9, 202610 min read
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Couple eloping at a scenic alpine lake in the Colorado mountains

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The 10 Best Places to Elope in Colorado (2026)

A Colorado photographer's honest roundup of the 10 best places to elope in Colorado, with best seasons, permit info, and real pros and cons for each spot.

July 10, 202611 min read
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