Have I mentioned how much I LOVE elopements at Timberline Lodge near Government Camp, Oregon? I especially enjoy intimate elopements with amazing couples like Katie & Ivar. While I absolutely love photographing larger weddings, elopements hold a very special place in my heart. Without the pressure of schedules, guest arrival, and many of the other moving pieces that come along with planning a larger wedding, I get to witness couples being truly present and in tune with each other when they marry. This was exactly what Katie & Ivar wanted for their day.

When I initially met with Katie, I knew that capturing the details of the day would be of utmost importance.  She left no detail untouched, a photographers dream. I also love that we planned the day to start with Katie & Ivar getting ready together at the lodge. When couples go beyond tradition and bend the rules, it makes beautiful photos. And of course, the rooms provided at Timberline Lodge made the perfect backdrop for their details and getting ready.

What we hadn’t anticipated was a blizzard the day of their elopement! Luckily, Timberline Lodge has great places to photograph inside and outside. I have to give this couple a huge shout out for braving the weather conditions on this day. They were absolutely dedicated to getting the photos they envisioned, and it was so incredibly worth it. There was nothing better than warming up with the Timberline hot chocolates during and after a blizzard. I was beyond thrilled to be a part of this intimate and beautiful day. Congrats to Katie & Ivar!

As for any wedding or elopement, it takes a team of vendors to make the day possible! A big thank you to all the vendors listed below.

HAIR & MAKEUP: BLOSSOM & BEAUTY

VENUE: TIMBERLINE LODGE

CAKE: DREAM CAKES

DRESS: ANTHROPOLOGIE