for laid back couples that value presence over presents

holding space for your wildest, truest selves
to tie the knot

adventure elopement

intimate wedding photographer

and

your love is my purpose
& capturing it is my passion

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In 2008, my husband and I made a bold decision to uproot our lives from Colorado to Oregon. With our belongings, two dogs, and a cat in tow, we embarked on a journey to start anew. Leaving behind a promising teaching job, I was uncertain about my future. Although I had initially considered returning to the US Forest Service, I soon realized it wasn't the right fit for me.

Driven by my love for the outdoors and nature, I stumbled upon a newfound passion when I picked up a camera. Exploring the breathtaking landscapes of my new home state, I found myself capturing portraits of people amidst the stunning scenery. Self-taught in the art of light and honing my craft, I registered my business in 2014 and began specializing in weddings in 2016.

Over the past nine years in business, I've come to realize that my true joy lies in working with couples who share my love for the outdoors. The weddings that resonate with me the most are those that prioritize an intimate experience and living in the moment, rather than adhering to a tight timeline. My ideal clients are those who prefer hiking boots to high heels, and don't mind a little mud on their dress or shoes.

In addition to my photography business, I am an avid outdoor enthusiast. Skiing is a particular passion of mine, and I relish any opportunity to hit the slopes. Whether it's hiking, mountain biking, or rafting, I always strive to spend as much time as possible in the great outdoors. On lazy days, you can often find me lounging on the porch with my beloved dogs, enjoying the serenity of nature.

Live music is another significant part of my life. With an eclectic taste ranging from country to rock to electronica, I've seen the band Phish perform over 100 times. My husband even plays bass in a few local bands, and capturing the energy of live music through my lens is a true joy for me. The combination of my passion for music and photography allows me to blend two of my great loves into one artistic endeavor.

Lover of light. Nature worshiper & good vibes provider

Meet Erica

In 2008, my husband and I made a bold decision to uproot our lives from Colorado to Oregon. With our belongings, two dogs, and a cat in tow, we embarked on a journey to start anew. Leaving behind a promising teaching job, I was uncertain about my future. Although I had initially considered returning to the US Forest Service, I soon realized it wasn't the right fit for me.

Driven by my love for the outdoors and nature, I stumbled upon a newfound passion when I picked up a camera.Exploring the breathtaking landscapes of my new home state, I found myself capturing portraits of people amidst the stunning scenery. Self-taught in the art of light and honing my craft, I registered my business in 2014 and began specializing in weddings in 2016.

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Thirteen years ago, my husband and I packed up all our belongings, our two dogs and a cat, and decided to move half way across the country, from Colorado to Oregon. I left behind a brand-new teaching job, and had no idea what I was going to do with my life next. All I knew is that I hated teaching and my only other career choice, going back to the US Forest Service, was harder than I thought. I love the outdoors and nature, and somehow, during all my struggles with deciding what to do next, I picked up a camera and found a passion like no other.
As I explored my new home state and all the abundance of outdoor recreation, I also began taking portraits of people in those landscapes. I taught myself everything about light, and began honing in on my craft. In 2014, I registered my business and began specializing in weddings in 2016. In the 7 years I’ve officially been in business, I realized that what brings me the most joy is working with couples who love the outdoors as much as I do. I’m finding that the weddings I love most, and the clients whom I attract prefer an intimate day that is about the experience and really living in the moment, rather than a tight timeline trying to get everything in. My couples prefer hiking boots to high heels and don’t mind getting their dress or shoes muddy.

Lover of light. Nature worshiper & good vibes provider

Meet Erica

Over the past nine years in business, I've come to realize that my true joy lies in working with couples who share my love for the outdoors. The weddings that resonate with me the most are those that prioritize an intimate experience and living in the moment, rather than adhering to a tight timeline. My ideal clients are those who prefer hiking boots to high heels, and don't mind a little mud on their dress or shoes.

In addition to my photography business, I am an avid outdoor enthusiast. Skiing is a particular passion of mine, and I relish any opportunity to hit the slopes. Whether it's hiking, mountain biking, or rafting, I always strive to spend as much time as possible in the great outdoors. On lazy days, you can often find me lounging on the porch with my beloved dogs, enjoying the serenity of nature.

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learn about my experience

Thirteen years ago, my husband and I packed up all our belongings, our two dogs and a cat, and decided to move half way across the country, from Colorado to Oregon. I left behind a brand-new teaching job, and had no idea what I was going to do with my life next. All I knew is that I hated teaching and my only other career choice, going back to the US Forest Service, was harder than I thought. I love the outdoors and nature, and somehow, during all my struggles with deciding what to do next, I picked up a camera and found a passion like no other.
As I explored my new home state and all the abundance of outdoor recreation, I also began taking portraits of people in those landscapes. I taught myself everything about light, and began honing in on my craft. In 2014, I registered my business and began specializing in weddings in 2016. In the 7 years I’ve officially been in business, I realized that what brings me the most joy is working with couples who love the outdoors as much as I do. I’m finding that the weddings I love most, and the clients whom I attract prefer an intimate day that is about the experience and really living in the moment, rather than a tight timeline trying to get everything in. My couples prefer hiking boots to high heels and don’t mind getting their dress or shoes muddy.

Lover of light. Nature worshiper & good vibes provider

Meet Erica

Live music is another significant part of my life. With an eclectic taste ranging from country to rock to electronica, I've seen the band Phish perform over 100 times. My husband even plays bass in a few local bands, and capturing the energy of live music through my lens is a true joy for me. The combination of my passion for music and photography allows me to blend two of my great loves into one artistic endeavor.



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A life and boots
well lived in

My deep-rooted love and appreciation for the great outdoors began early in life. Growing up in Colorado, I was exposed to camping, hiking, and fishing from a young age. Family trips to the mountains or lakes were cherished opportunities for us to connect with nature. When I pursued my education at Colorado State University, I chose to major in Forestry, and after graduation, I spent seven years working for the Forest Service.

During my time in college, I met my husband, and together we embarked on backpacking and mountain biking adventures across Colorado and Utah. Navigating with a map and compass was second nature to me, and I discovered a talent for finding unique, off-the-beaten-path locations. As I took on more adventurous clients in my photography business, I realized that this skill was ingrained in me.

While I may not spend as many days backpacking as I used to, my love for thrilling experiences and unforgettable adventures remains unwavering. I am dedicated to making your special day truly extraordinary, and for me, it all begins with finding the perfect location for your wedding. Let me use my expertise and passion for the outdoors to create an unforgettable experience for you and your loved ones!

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YOUR DOWN-FOR-PRETTY-MUCH-ANYTHING

and photographer

elopement architect

we all need an inner compass to guide us

my values

human rights

diversity & inclusion

joyous experiences

I truly believe that every person matters and that we all have the right to love who we want without any judgement or question. You are important to me and telling your story in an authentic way is my goal.

Representation matters to me. Humans come in all shapes, sizes, colors, nationalities, gender identities and sexual orientations, and all are welcome here. I treasure and celebrate diversity in my life and my business!

Your wedding day should be something that you can’t wait to celebrate! I want to create an experience that is true to who you are, and brings you so much happiness, free of stress and things that don’t serve your most authentic self.

But above all

leave no trace

The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics provides proven, research-based solutions for the protection of the natural world. I’ve learned their seven principles and best practices to scout locations and follow on your elopement, wedding, or photoshoot in order to leave as little impact as possible on the outdoors while still taking epic photos.

not everyone can be perfect

but if more of us were

imperfectly conscious

about our environmental impact

we can leave the earth better than before

Meredith & Lauren

"I don't know if it was fate or just really good luck that brought us to Erica's website when looking for a photographer for our PNW elopement. My future wife and I didn't exactly know what we wanted but we got everything and more when we found Erica. From our first interaction, she had a way of putting us completely at ease with all the stress of planning a wedding...even a small elopement! Her knowledge of the area, of weddings, and of photography apparent. Erica listened intently to our wants and asked very thoughtful questions to help us figure out what those wants actually were. Throughout this process, Erica really became a friend which made all the time we spent together on our wedding day so comfortable, just like hanging out with your buddy who happened to be taking pictures of one of the best days of your life. We cannot thank Erica enough for the time and energy she put in to making our elopement come to life! And we have gorgeous pictures hanging on our walls to remember the day forever!! The hardest part is having to decide which ones to print out because they were ALL SO BEAUTIFUL!!!
I would have ZERO doubts recommending Erica to anyone looking for a magical PNW experience."

erica had a way of putting us 

completely at ease

with all   

the stress of planning a wedding...  

Brently & Shamoil

"We came across Erica entirely sight unseen and by luck. We had only a very general idea about an intimate destination elopement-style wedding, we had never been to Oregon, and we didn’t know quite where to start... We could not have been more fortunate. And the experience exceeded any expectation that we had.

From the moment that we met, Erica felt like someone we had known for years, more akin to a close friend. More than merely photography, Erica helped construct our entire day with photography as an element of an overall experience.

Erica took the time to understand our personalities and what we had in mind, constructed the perfect itinerary and found amazing locations, and made incredible suggestions along the way. 

If we could give 10/5 stars to Erica, we would — but 5/5 is what we are limited to. We have no hesitation in recommending her to you: quite simply, she is the best. And in just the course of a few months virtually and a day in person, she became our friend."


More than merely photography, Erica 

contstruct our entire day 

with photography as an   

element of an overall experience. 

Nicole & John

"A couple of things that come to mind when I think of Erica's business includes
Erica's ability to...
* create an authentic and comfortable experience shines through the output of the photos!
*make couples feel seen and validated in what they are doing, goes beyond simply providing photos to someone
*research and time spent picture-influencing factors such as identifying what time the sun will rise in a particular area, the type/number of crowds to expect, any rules/instructions to consider for a particular location makes the world of a difference in creating a seamless and well prepared for experience
*demonstrate sincere interest and commitment to her customers, John and I felt SO seen and heard by Erica. We greatly appreciated her time spent in learning what makes us US and so perfectly and subliminally incorporating those elements into the day/photos/overall experience.
Erica, thank you again, for documenting and overall enhancing our wedding day experience :)"

John & I  

We greatly 

appreciate her time spent learning what makes us us. 

felt so seen and

heard by Erica.

Kellie & Brad

"I can't recommend Erica enough!

If you are looking at photographers for your special day look no further! My husband and I chose Erica to photograph our elopement in Bend, Oregon; and we couldn't have had a better day. She is so much more than a photographer; she kept everyone on schedule while keeping our wants/needs at the forefront. She brings comfort, warmth and laughter to what could be a stressful day. Even though we had just met her the day before it seemed like we had known her for years. At the end of the day everyone was talking about how wonderful our photographer was. Most of all she made our day fun and enjoyable and gave us photos we can cherish for a lifetime.

Erica was the best decision we could have made for our wedding day!"

Most of all, she mad our day 

fun and enjoyable

and gave us    

photos we can enjoy for a lifetime. 

Jessi & Brook

"Meeting Erica was such a blessing. My now husband and I are from Vancouver island BC and we had no clue where to start when it came to eloping. We knew we wanted to he married in Oregon at our favorite beach on the coast. Erica listened to our vision, supported every idea and was fully on board. My biggest fear was feeling pressure, or stress. My husband and I literally had the elopement of our dreams.

We nodded “I do”while signing the papers on our drink fridge in our travel van. Proceeded to run on the beach, laugh, get sandy and eat chicken burgers. It was like a great day spend with friends. We met strangers asking of our story, and it was the perfect hilarious non traditional event we dreamed of. The photos Erica was able to capture for us, are something I can’t even describe. Not only did the coast provide the most stunning sunset I’ve ever seen on that faithful day. But it was captured beyond any expectation I’ve ever had. Erica continues to check in with us, and we are in the plans to hire her for a family or anniversary shoot with our new puppy. Erica is more than just our elopement photographer, she’s now a friend and that was the experience we were hoping for that can continue through our travel milestones through Oregon! Thank you so much Erica!"

erica listened to our vision, 

supported every idea

and was fully on board. 

Ellie & Palmer

"Erica is AMAZING. We are from Colorado but wanted to elope on the Oregon coast, and she helped us with every piece of the puzzle! She suggested timing and location options, but was never pushy and left us plenty of room to be spontaneous. Her photographs were AMAZING, even though in the moment we felt like it was just the two of us. She even lent us her grandmother's quilt for a little mini "reception" on the beach! I can't recommend her as an elopement planner or photographer highly enough! On top of it all, she's kind and fun and easy to be around, and even helped us ambush a couple Belgian tourists to sign our paperwork as witnesses! :-) She totally added to the beauty, success, and joy of the whole day! She's an absolute GEM!"

she helped us with 

and location options,but was never pushy and 

was never pushy and 

She suggested timing

She suggested timing and location options, but

the puzzle! 

every piece of

every piece of the puzzle!

left us plenty of room to be 

left us plenty of 

room to be spontaneous.

spontaneous.

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