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Wedding Investment & Collections

 

Melanie + Ryan

 

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A bride in a white gown with red gloves and groom in white tuxedo walk through a lush garden on their wedding day.
Bride and groom share a romantic dip kiss on a wooden bench inside a lush greenhouse wedding venue.

 

 

Welcome



How special that our paths have crossed!

 

 

Hey, you - yes, you! The one with a million tabs open and a heart full of excitement and maybe a little overwhelm.


First of all, I'm really glad you're here! Truly, whether you found me through a friend, a scroll through Instagram, or a late-night Google rabbit hole - something brought you to this page, and I don't take that lightly. I am very, very grateful for that!


This guide page is my way of introducing you to what it actually looks like to work together - the collections, the details, and the experience from our first conversation all the way to the moment your gallery lands in your inbox.


But before you dive in, I want you to know something: this isn't about fitting you into a package. It's about figuring out what serves your day, your people, and the memories you want to carry with you forever. You don't have to have it all figured out yet. That's what I'm here for.


Take your time, look through everything - no pressure, no commitment! When you're ready for the next steps, schedule a consultation call with me below for a personal conversation about your wedding day.

 

Find Your Way Around

 

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01.

You Reached Out.


I read every inquiry closely - not just the date and location, but what you're actually looking for! You answered questions in your inquiry that help me know know where you're starting from.

The Process

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02.

We connect.


I like to hop on a call to get to know more about your day, what matters to you, and the details that confirm  whether we're a good fit for each other - but we can always call or email too.  I'll meet you where you're at! If it feels right by the end of chatting, we can go ahead and lock in your date right there!

The Process

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03.

I learn about your day in detail.


I get to know you before I ever pick up a camera. I send over questionnaires to gather details that help me know YOU  -  the details, the traditions, the inside jokes, the things that make your love specifically yours. This is also where I ask about insecurities, comfort levels, and anything you want me watching for. I ask so you don't have to bring it up in the moment.

The Process

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04.

Your elopement day takes place.


I show up early, I stay present, and I read the room - literally and creatively. If you freeze during portraits, I redirect. If something isn't working, we try something else. This is art - the possibilities are endless and always beautiful. I'm not pointing a camera at you and hoping for the best - I'm reading the energy and light in the moment.

The Process

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05.

I send over a first peek at your memories.


When I get home, I'll immediately back up your photos - these are your memories we're talking about. I'll spend the next few days going through your gallery and picking out the highlights - so within a week you'll have a sneak peek in your inbox! Something real to hold onto while your full gallery comes together.

The Process

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06.

You receive all of your memories in photo form.


Every photo in your gallery in hand-picked (but don't worry, I never hold back a photo that turns out) and hand-edited. I take care of your photos knowing how much they mean to you. It can take me up to 8 weeks to get through your gallery, and I do my best to get it to you as soon as possible without rushing.

The Process

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The Wedding Collections

Couple sharing a kiss at courthouse wedding ceremony in formal attire, with American flag and official seal in background.
Couple embraces on a bridge inside a stunning glass conservatory greenhouse wedding venue with star chandeliers.
Smiling bride in white gown and groom in white tuxedo walking with wedding guests at outdoor fall celebration.

Whether you're looking for simple coverage of vows in a private space, local park, or down at the courthouse, or maybe even some multi-medium documentation with 35mm film, or the full experience with the bonus of a more casual engagement session, more film, and a little extra time - this collection is about you and what fits your day best. Inspired but not seeing exactly what you're envisioning? Let's customize a collection for you (and explore your options below)!

The

Signature

Collection
This Collection Includes:


• Up to 8 Hours of Wedding Coverage

• Minimum of 400 Hand-Crafted Photographs

• Personal, Digital Online Gallery

• Sneak Peak Gallery within a Week

• Full Gallery Delivery within 8 Weeks

• Unlimited Consult + Planning Calls

• Location + Timeline Guidance

$ 3600

The

Featurette

Collection
This collection includes:

• Pre-Wedding Engagement Session

• Up to 10 Hours of Wedding Coverage

• Minimum of 600 Hand-Crafted Photographs

• Personal, Digital Online Gallery

• Sneak Peak Gallery within a Week

• Full Gallery Delivery within 8 Weeks

• Unlimited Consult + Planning Calls

• Location + Timeline Guidance

$4200

The

dimensional

Collection
This collection includes:


• Pre-Wedding Engagement Session

• Up to 10 Hours of Wedding Coverage

• 3 Rolls of 35mm Film

• Minimum of 900 Hand-Crafted Photographs

• Second Photographer

• Personal, Digital Online Gallery

• Sneak Peak Gallery within a Week

• Full Gallery Delivery within 8 Weeks

• Unlimited Consult + Planning Calls

• Location + Timeline Guidance

 

$5400

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Customize Your Experience



Every elopement day is different, which is why customization is always an option! If one of my collections is close to perfect but it just needs the cherry on top - you can customize to preference with any of my add-on services! My collections were crafted to be filled with the essentials needed to document your elopement day so you can relive it for years to come as intentional, deeply personal heirloom - make it yours by crafting a collection fit personally to your elopement day!

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$450

Engagement Session


An engagement or portrait session is the perfect chance to slow down and connect, both for the two of you and me - without the pressure of nerves on an elopement day. It allows us to build trust, get comfortable together, and document your connection in a way that feels relaxed, natural, and deeply personal. Many couples find these images become just as meaningful as their elopement photographs!


Includes:


90 Minutes of Session Time // Minimum of 75 Photos // Personal, Online Gallery // Location + Planning Guidance // Printing Rights // (Add 35mm Film +$200) // (Add Studio/Permitted Location

+$300)

Customize Your Experience



Every wedding day is different, which is why customization is always an option! If one of my collections is close to perfect but it just needs the cherry on top - you can customize to preference with any of my add-on services! My collections were crafted to be filled with the essentials needed to document your wedding day so you can relive it for years to come as intentional, deeply personal heirloom - make it yours by crafting a collection fit personally to your wedding day!

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$2000

Video

A single photograph can convey a thousand words - and a short, highlight film to compliment it can bring it to life in another dimension. A trained and trusted associate will accompany me to document your memories on video, while my full focus says on photographing.


Includes:


Full Coverage Alongside Photo Coverage // 1-3 Minute Highlight Film // Vows Recorded // Digital Delivery // (Add Full Ceremony +$500) // (Add Full Toasts / Speeches +$500) // (Make Full Length 15+ Minute Episode +$1500)

Customize Your Experience



Every wedding day is different, which is why customization is always an option! If one of my collections is close to perfect but it just needs the cherry on top - you can customize to preference with any of my add-on services! My collections were crafted to be filled with the essentials needed to document your wedding day so you can relive it for years to come as intentional, deeply personal heirloom - make it yours by crafting a collection fit personally to your wedding day!

A bride in a white tulle gown and groom in a black suit share a romantic moment on a garden path surrounded by lush greenery.

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$300

35mm Film


Film adds a layer of nostalgia and softness that feels timeless and imperfect in the best way! These images capture your day with warmth, texture, and an honesty that can’t be replicated digitally. It’s an intentional choice for couples drawn to emotion, artistry, and the beauty of imperfection.


Includes:


3 Rolls of Film // Minimum of 72 Photos // Personal, Online Gallery // Printing Rights // (Add More Rolls +$75 each)

Customize Your Experience



Every wedding day is different, which is why customization is always an option! If one of my collections is close to perfect but it just needs the cherry on top - you can customize to preference with any of my add-on services! My collections were crafted to be filled with the essentials needed to document your wedding day so you can relive it for years to come as intentional, deeply personal heirloom - make it yours by crafting a collection fit personally to your wedding day!

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$300

Additional Coverage


Whether you’re hosting a rehearsal dinner with all of your VIPs or having a sentimental brunch the next morning with all of your important people or simply just need to add extra coverage to your elopement day, I’m here to document it if you want to hold onto the best weekend of your life in photograph form. Let’s chat about the details!


Includes:


Added Hourly // More Photos // More Guidance // More Photo Fun :)

Customize Your Experience



Every wedding day is different, which is why customization is always an option! If one of my collections is close to perfect but it just needs the cherry on top - you can customize to preference with any of my add-on services! My collections were crafted to be filled with the essentials needed to document your wedding day so you can relive it for years to come as intentional, deeply personal heirloom - make it yours by crafting a collection fit personally to your wedding day!

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$800

Second Photographer


I can only be in one place at a time. Adding on a second shooter means someone's also catching the moment you're not facing - your best friend's reaction during vows, the look on someone's face as you walk by, the split second right after the kiss when everyone exhales at once. Those are the moments you don't get to relive by memory alone, because you weren't looking at them when they happened. This is how they don't disappear!

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KIND WORDS FROM KIND PEOPLE
Bride in white gown with red gloves and groom in white suit pose on stone steps outside a house with blue door.

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Sadie + Max

"OH MY GOSH - I am obsessed! I love love love them. Thank you so much. I am going to put them on the TV and make everyone at bookclub look at them LOL!"

KIND WORDS FROM KIND PEOPLE
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02

Brooke + Jesse

"The photos are beautiful and amazing! Thank you so much for being apart of our day. We can't wait to look back on these!"

KIND WORDS FROM KIND PEOPLE
Two grooms in black suits stand together on a lawn before an elegant stone manor house at dusk.

03

Justin + Joel

"Wow, Katelynne! We cannot wait to cherish these and send them to our family. You documented the evening phenomenally! Thank you!"

KIND WORDS FROM KIND PEOPLE
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04

Ashley + Joseph

"I AM OBSESSED! These are amazing, I am printing them  immediately because they need to be displayed in the house! Thank you!!!"

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FAQ

Are Payment Plans Available?

Absolutely! I want to make the photography experience and investment as seamless as possible for you. All bookings require a 25% non-refundable retainer to reserve your date. The remaining balance can be broken up into three payments if you prefer, otherwise the full balance will be due 30 days prior to your elopement day!

What's Your Editing Style Like?

I edit true to life - I don't shift colors, apply a heavy preset, or manufacture a mood that wasn't there. My edits also come with a little bit a influence from the look of 35mm film, which heavily inspires my work. Because of this galleries make look a little different depending on light, venue, environment, etc - but that's what makes it uniquely, and beautifully yours!

How do I know if We're a good fit?

That's exactly why I love to connect over a collaborative consult call! Nothing gets signed or paid until after we've talked - a time where you can ask me anything - seriously - and I'll walk you through real experiences so you know exactly what you're investing in.

Will all of my photos be shot on film, or just some?

The amount of film within your gallery depends on how many rolls of film are within your collection / you choose to add on, and I move between the mediums depending on the light and the moment. You'll get the full digital gallery either way. The film scans are what widen it!

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If any of this inspired you, connected with you, or resonated with you - let's talk.

 

Come as you are.

I can't Wait to meet you :)