DESTINATION ELOPEMENTS & INTIMATE WEDDINGS
INVESTMENT GUIDE 2022-2023
Welcome fellow adventurers!
There aren’t many couples brave enough to decide to ditch the traditional wedding and instead plan a more meaningful elopement.
…So if you’re reading this, congrats on being pretty rad.
Wherever in the world your heart is calling you to elope, I would love to come along and help you create the wedding day of your dreams and more.
This is where our journey together begins.
Hey there! We are Charlotte and Billy.
Your Elopement Photographers & Guides
We are Charlotte + Billy! We are adventure loving destination Elopement Photographer & Videographers. We are located in Arizona but have been so fortunate to travel all over the world documenting and celebrating love along the way.
We believe that life is our greatest adventure – one that should not be spent living in our comfort zones. We are in love with traveling and finding hidden gems in every space we see. We have been together 10+ years and we’re absolute best friends. That sounds cliche but could not be more true for us. We have two kids, Kai + Rowen and spend any free moments with them and planning our home renovation projects. You can call me Charlotte Gaines. Just kidding (kinda). We also love to travel! It could be a quick impromptu road trip up north or a full on excursion to Iceland (our favorite trip yet!) We also live for Bachelor Mondays, Taco Tuesdays and rewatching The Office for the 50th time.
Out of all of our incredible adventures we’ve had, our greatest adventure yet has been our experience with weddings and elopements where we get to witness two people commit the rest of their lives to each other. It’s the greatest privilege and honor to be able to document these once in a lifetime moments for our couples while telling their epic love story. We are so excited to get to know you and plan an awesome adventure together!
More than just a photographer
I’M YOUR GUIDE, PLANNER AND NEW BFF
From the moment we start talking about your dream elopement through delivering your beautiful wedding images – I am there every step of the way! We will start with a free phone consult to start discussing your vision, we will talk about who you are as a couple, what you love to do and what you dream of experiencing on your wedding day.
There’s a common misconception that Elopements are less than a traditional wedding. That there should be less coverage, less time spent, less events, etc. We are here to break the stigma. We believe that couples elope not because they don’t care, but because they DO. They value experiences over materials and want to experience the best things on their wedding day rather than spend their time and money putting on a production for everyone else.
Your Elopement day is not just a ceremony and portraits, it’s the entire experience. You deserve the wedding day of your dreams. Everything from waking up and eating your favorite breakfast, blasting the best hype music on the drive to the trailhead, packing everything into your bag and getting those boots on to taking the journey to the top, the first dance as the sun sets, the star gazing and cuddling by the fire as your night comes to an end – it’s the entire day and it deserves to be documented.
WHY I LOVE ELOPEMENTS
BECAUSE IT IS A WEDDING DAY FOR YOU. AN EXPERIENCE THAT IS JUST US.
I believe that the best wedding days are the ones spent with the ones who are closest to us. Elopements and Intimate Weddings reveal what weddings are truly about : two people who love each other committing their lives to each other. You can spend your day doing your favorite things together or do something that you’ve always dreamed of. There are no rules. You can have your greatest adventure, hike to epic lookouts, paddle board and float in the ocean, helicopter ride over canyons, stargaze by a campfire, the options are truly endless and that is what makes Eloping so beautiful. You make the decisions for your wedding day. I believe that every moment of your wedding day is so special and I would be honored to be there to document it.
WHY DO I NEED A FULL DAY OF COVERAGE?
THIS IS NOT YOUR TYPICAL, EXHAUSTING STAGED PHOTO SESSION FULL OF FAKE LAUGHS AND FORCED SMILES. NO, THIS IS WAY DIFFERENT.
If you’ve looked through my portfolio, chances are you’ve seen the raw, intimate and playful moments captured of our couples. Think those are forced photos? No way. That’s the beauty of my unique take on capturing your wedding day. I take the approach of a fly on the wall documentary style of photography. I am here to capture you two being your authentic selves and every smile and tear along the way. I am not the type of photographer who has our couples try again and again the same poses in different locations. I am here to tell the story of your day, which is why I don’t offer a few “quick pictures” for a quick hour elopement session – you deserve so much more.
SO HOW DOES THIS WORK?
5 STEPS TO PLANNING YOUR DREAM ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT
1 SCHEDULE YOUR FREE ELOPEMENT CONSULT
2 RESERVE YOUR DATE
3 PLANNING ASSISTANCE (UNLIMITED CONSULTS)
4 YOUR VISION COMES TO LIFE
5 BEST DAY EVER!
INVESTMENT & PRICING
ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT & INTIMATE WEDDING COLLECTIONS
2021-2022
2 FULL DAYS TOGETHER – YOUR ENTIRE ADVENTURE DOCUMENTED
I’ll tell the whole story of your adventurous elopement or your intimate wedding with two full days (up to two, 10 hour days) of exploring as many locations as your heart desires, doing your favorite activities or new experiences that you’ve been dreaming of and getting married somewhere beautiful in between. With this package you could go on an overnight backpacking trip where we hike in, camp together and hike out together the next day stopping for photos along the way. With this package we can also spend a full two days together exploring multiple locations by car, ferry or helicopter. This gives you the ultimate chance to see so many different incredible locations and get the experiences you’ve dreamed of together documented.
BUILDING YOUR ELOPEMENT TOGETHER
First, I send over a questionnaire to get to know you two and everything you have been dreaming up for your wedding day. Next, I will send over location ideas and help you settle on your dream wedding location, vendor recommendations for the area you will be staying and all of the tips, tricks and logistics you may need along the way. Together we will also create a tailored timeline to ensure we are optimizing the best lighting for your desired location.
ALL OF THE BEST DIGITALLY EDITED IMAGES
You will receive your digitally edited high resolution images in an online gallery that is available world wide to share with all of your family and friends. You will receive full printing rights, gallery is available for personal sharing along with unlimited downloads.
TRAVEL IS INCLUDED
No matter what spot your heart is set on, if it is accessible by commercial airlines and a 2WD car, there is no additional fee, I take care of all of my own travel costs. Unless you are wanting a helicopter or hot air balloon ride… that may cost a tiny bit more 🙂
ADDITIONAL COST 2-DAY VIDEOGRAPHY
Videography can be added onto your package for $3000. This includes coverage during your entire photo coverage time, raw footage from ceremony, toasts (if applicable), any first dances as well as a 5 minute highlight film.
ONE FULL DAY (UP TO 10 HOURS) & ONE HALF DAY (UP TO 3 HOURS) TOGETHER – YOUR ENTIRE ADVENTURE DOCUMENTED
I’ll tell the whole story of your adventurous elopement or your intimate wedding with up to 10 hours of coverage. In addition to this you will also get a 3 hour photo session the day before or after your elopement for one more adventure together. This package is also great for exploring as many locations as your heart desires, doing your favorite activities or new experiences that you’ve been dreaming of and getting married somewhere beautiful in between. With this package we can also spend a full day together exploring multiple locations by car, ferry or helicopter, backpacking, or spending the day exploring incredible trails. This gives you the ultimate chance to see so many different stunning locations and get the experiences you’ve dreamed of together documented.
BUILDING YOUR ELOPEMENT TOGETHER
First, I send over a questionnaire to get to know you two and everything you have been dreaming up for your wedding day. Next, I will send over location ideas and help you settle on your dream wedding location, vendor recommendations for the area you will be staying and all of the tips, tricks and logistics you may need along the way. Together we will also create a tailored timeline to ensure we are optimizing the best lighting for your desired location.
ALL OF THE BEST DIGITALLY EDITED IMAGES
You will receive your digitally edited high resolution images in an online gallery that is available world wide to share with all of your family and friends. You will receive full printing rights, gallery is available for personal sharing along with unlimited downloads.
TRAVEL IS INCLUDED
No matter what spot your heart is set on, if it is accessible by commercial airlines and a 2WD car, there is no additional fee, I take care of all of my own travel costs. Unless you are wanting a helicopter or hot air balloon ride… that may cost a tiny bit more 🙂
ADDITIONAL COST FULL DAY PLUS VIDEOGRAPHY
Videography can be added onto your package for $3000. This includes coverage during your entire photo coverage time, raw footage from ceremony, toasts (if applicable), any first dances as well as a 5 minute highlight film.
ONE FULL DAY (UP TO 8 HOURS) TOGETHER – YOUR STORY TOLD
I’ll tell the entire story of your adventurous elopement or intimate wedding. This is enough time for capture your getting ready moments, your trip to your wedding location, your entire hiking elopement experience 8-10 miles roundtrip) – or we can spend the day together exploring multiple spots by car, boat, helicopter, a hot air balloon ride (or all, hey who doesn’t mind being a little extra?)
BUILDING YOUR ELOPEMENT TOGETHER
First, I send over a questionnaire to get to know you two and everything you have been dreaming up for your wedding day. Next, I will send over location ideas and help you settle on your dream wedding location, vendor recommendations for the area you will be staying and all of the tips, tricks and logistics you may need along the way. Together we will also create a tailored timeline to ensure we are optimizing the best lighting for your desired location.
ALL OF THE BEST DIGITALLY EDITED IMAGES
You will receive your digitally edited high resolution images in an online gallery that is available world wide to share with all of your family and friends. You will receive full printing rights, gallery is available for personal sharing along with unlimited downloads.
TRAVEL IS INCLUDED
No matter what spot your heart is set on, if it is accessible by commercial airlines and a 2WD car, there is no additional fee, I take care of all of my own travel costs. Unless you are wanting a helicopter or hot air balloon ride… that may cost a tiny bit more 🙂
ADDITIONAL COST FULL DAY PLUS VIDEOGRAPHY
Videography can be added onto your package for $3000. This includes coverage during your entire photo coverage time, raw footage from ceremony, toasts (if applicable), any first dances as well as a 5 minute highlight film.
FULL DAY (UP TO 6 HOURS) TOGETHER – YOUR STORY TOLD
I’ll tell the entire story of your adventurous elopement or intimate wedding. This is enough time for capture your getting ready moments, your trip to your wedding location, your entire hiking elopement experience 5-6 miles roundtrip) – or we can spend the day together exploring multiple spots by car, boat, helicopter, a hot air balloon ride (or all, hey who doesn’t mind being a little extra?)
BUILDING YOUR ELOPEMENT TOGETHER
First, I send over a questionnaire to get to know you two and everything you have been dreaming up for your wedding day. Next, I will send over location ideas and help you settle on your dream wedding location, vendor recommendations for the area you will be staying and all of the tips, tricks and logistics you may need along the way. Together we will also create a tailored timeline to ensure we are optimizing the best lighting for your desired location.
ALL OF THE BEST DIGITALLY EDITED IMAGES
You will receive your digitally edited high resolution images in an online gallery that is available world wide to share with all of your family and friends. You will receive full printing rights, gallery is available for personal sharing along with unlimited downloads.
TRAVEL IS INCLUDED
No matter what spot your heart is set on, if it is accessible by commercial airlines and a 2WD car, there is no additional fee, I take care of all of my own travel costs. Unless you are wanting a helicopter or hot air balloon ride… that may cost a tiny bit more 🙂
ADDITIONAL COST FULL DAY VIDEOGRAPHY
Videography can be added onto your package for $3000. This includes coverage during your entire photo coverage time, raw footage from ceremony, toasts (if applicable), any first dances as well as a 5 minute highlight film.
HALF DAY (UP TO 4 HOURS) TOGETHER – YOUR STORY TOLD
I’ll tell the entire story of your adventurous elopement or intimate wedding. This is enough time for capture your getting ready moments, your trip to your wedding location, your entire hiking elopement experience 2-3 miles roundtrip) – or we can spend the time together exploring a couple spots by car.
BUILDING YOUR ELOPEMENT TOGETHER
First, I send over a questionnaire to get to know you two and everything you have been dreaming up for your wedding day. Next, I will send over location ideas and help you settle on your dream wedding location, vendor recommendations for the area you will be staying and all of the tips, tricks and logistics you may need along the way. Together we will also create a tailored timeline to ensure we are optimizing the best lighting for your desired location.
ALL OF THE BEST DIGITALLY EDITED IMAGES
You will receive your digitally edited high resolution images in an online gallery that is available world wide to share with all of your family and friends. You will receive full printing rights, gallery is available for personal sharing along with unlimited downloads.
TRAVEL IS INCLUDED
No matter what spot your heart is set on, if it is accessible by commercial airlines and a 2WD car, there is no additional fee, I take care of all of my own travel costs. Unless you are wanting a helicopter or hot air balloon ride… that may cost a tiny bit more 🙂
ADDITIONAL COST HALF DAY VIDEOGRAPHY
Videography can be added onto your package for $2500. This includes coverage during your entire photo coverage time and a 5 minute highlight film.
ARE YOU READY TO PLAN YOUR GREATEST ADVENTURE?
I AM SO EXCITED TO HELP YOU CREATE YOUR DREAM ELOPEMENT DAY
OR EMAIL ME TO SET UP A PHONE CALL AND I’LL TAKE IT FROM THERE!
