I met Ryan and Lauren when I photographed them at their couple’s session at Cape Kiwanda on the Oregon coast, I had no idea at the time that I would be going to Haleakala to photograph their elopement. To say I loved these two the minute I met them would be a complete understatement. After grabbing a drink with them before we started shooting, they told me all about their love story and their plans for the future. I left that day with two new friends!

Fast forward to last July. While out shopping for my daughter’s ballet attire, I get a phone call from Lauren with BIG news. Her and Ryan are getting married!  They wanted me to accompany them to Haleakala National Park in Maui to photograph it! As you could imagine, I did not hesitate in saying yes. Even though it meant photographing weddings the weekend before, flying to Hawaii for two days mid week, then coming back to photograph more weddings in Portland directly after. I couldn’t have been more excited to share this EPIC experience with these two.

On August 15th, we made the trek to the top of Haleakala Crater for a sunrise elopement. It was one of the most beautiful sights I have ever witnessed, and one of the most emotional ceremonies I have ever photographed. I don’t think there was a dry eye between the three of us when these two said their vows. I am so incredibily stoked for these two amazing human beings. Congrats to Ryan & Lauren!!!

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Flowers: Haku Maui

Officiant: Chrissy Kapoor Maui Ceremonies

Dress: Blue Sky Bridal

Suit: Collier

Rings: Shane Company & Celebration Jewelers