BEND Elopement Photographer
Holding space for your wildest, truest selves to tie the knot
- You've decided to elope in Bend, Oregon.
- You’re excited to start planning a wedding that really feels like you.
- You’re feeling a bit stressed and overwhelmed with how to pull it all together.
- You need a solid plan and some expert advice to help you make decisions.
Does this resonate with you?
With me by your side, there's no need to stress! I'll guide you through every step, getting to know you both as individuals and as a couple so we can find the perfect spot that not only fits your needs but blows your expectations out of the water.
With my tried-and-true system, I’ll be with you every step of the way! I’ll create a custom location list just for you, help you find top-notch vendors, recommend the best places to stay, and even share my favorite spots to grab a bite or a drink. Bend, Oregon is full of epic elopement locations, and I’m committed to finding one that ticks all your boxes!
I'm here to help you plan and create an intentional day that is as laid-back and carefree as the two of you...
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Hey, I'm Erica!
And not only will I photograph your elopement, but I will help plan it and make sure you have the best freaking time!!!!
With a decade of wedding photography experience, I’ve mastered the technical side of things. But when it comes to elopements, it’s about so much more than just great photos—and that’s where I really shine. My background in Forestry and years of exploring Oregon’s wild beauty give me real outdoor expertise. I absolutely love helping couples like you find that amazing place in Oregon to get married surrounded by nature!
I strive to make sure you feel heard, seen, and have a safe space to be your true selves. All love is welcome and celebrated with me!
So yes, I will take epic photos of your wedding day, but I will also…
- Plan your day of adventure from beginning to end! That’s right- your elopement deserves someone who is familiar with elopements & I am here to help you craft the perfect day, whatever that looks like to you.
- Create a custom location list based on our conversations that will check off your must haves, along with backup plans to make sure unforeseen circumstances don’t ruin your day. I will do all the location scouting, so that you can focus on just showing up.
- Research permits needed and help you to secure them in time for your day.
- Provide recommendations for vendors that can help make your day even more special
- Manage the timeline to make sure we don’t miss sunrise or sunset, along with all the other things on your planned adventure. You don’t need to stress about the time at all!
- Offer up recommendations for things to do in the area, lodging and all the things….
- Keep in touch with you throughout the process! Have a question, feel free to ask. Need someone to help you pick out a dress virtually? I’m here for you. In booking me, you’ll be taken care of every step of the way!
- Marriage licensing information, including signing your marriage license if you want to have an entirely private ceremony. I’m ordained, so "Minister Erica" is at your service, if you need it!
- Sneak peek mini gallery delivered within 1 week of your elopement date, sharing highlights from your day.
- My travel fees included for all elopements located in the PNW (Washington & Oregon) and special pricing for Bend, Oregon.
And, to complete the full experience…
You won’t find many photographers that offer these things without an additional cost. But the truth is, I love making them and my clients love receiving them.
Gifs are reminiscent of Super 8 stop motion films and there's just something so nostalgic about this.
You'll be transported back into time, reliving the moment in a way that just photos alone won't quite do. Movement is such a part of your elopement day and seeing this tiny moving picture will make your heart skip a beat and you'll go right back to that moment. It's kind of like vinyl, rich and velvety, but with slight imperfections. And it's a beautiful memory of your day!
Every Gallery Includes at least one awesome GIF as well as a complimentary slideshow showcasing all your photos!
Bend Elopement Resources
your Bend Elopement journey starts here
Winter Bend Elopement at Five Pine Lodge
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Where will your story take you?
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Elopement packages
Elopement Pricing
Bend 8 Hour elopement
This is the ideal package for couples who want a beautifully documented, stress-free experience that captures the full story of their day. As the most popular option, it offers the perfect balance of coverage, allowing moments to unfold naturally without feeling rushed. With time for getting ready shots, the ceremony, guest portraits, and stunning couple’s portraits, you’ll also have the flexibility to explore multiple locations, hike to breathtaking views, or incorporate meaningful activities. More than just a photoshoot, this package ensures your day is captured in its most authentic and unforgettable way.
investment: $4,600
Bend 12 Hour elopement
This is the ultimate, all-inclusive package for couples who want every breathtaking moment captured—from the quiet anticipation of sunrise to the final glow of sunset. Designed for the adventurous souls, the trailblazers, and the couples who crave epic views no matter how far the journey, this package ensures no moment is left undocumented. Whether you're chasing golden light at dawn, celebrating under the stars, or splitting your day between stunning locations, the possibilities are endless. If you want it all, this is the package for you!
We can utilize all 12 hours in one day, or split your day into two.
investment: $6,800
Bend Mini elopement
This is a basic package for couples who just need a few photos from their day without full coverage. It includes the ceremony and a handful of portraits at one or two nearby locations. Availability is extremely limited and depends on my travel schedule, as I rarely book these sessions in advance.
After photographing 150+ elopements & weddings, I know I best serve my clients by planning & documenting 8+ hour elopement days.
investment: $3,600
What's included in Every package:
- Digital images with full printing rights
- Custom location guide based on your wants & desires
- Planning assistance including location scouting, vendor recommendations, timeline preparation & activities to do in the area
- My 100 page "How to Elope" guide
- Coordinating the day of your elopement to make sure we stay on time
- Online gallery with print shop
- Extensive sneak peek gallery within 1 week of your elopement date
- My big bag of all the things- from styling mats and accessories for your flatlays to a first aid kit, extra safety pins, bobby pins, tide pen, lint rollers, hand warmers, etc. I carry it all!
- My travel within approx. 70 miles of Bend
- Friendship, guidance & loads of belly laughs along the way!
MOst Popular
whole Shebang
Limited availability
Cascade Lakes Region
Paulina/Newberry Crater
Crater Lake
McKenzie River Corridor
Smith Rock
Upper Deschutes River
Locations Include:
step one
First, we'll set up a call to introduce ourselves and get to know each other. After we make it official, I begin working on crafting your elopement day from start to finish! You’ll receive my in-depth planning guide, along with questionnaires that will help me to find the perfect location for you! I’ll create a custom location list with at least 3 solid choices. Once you’ve selected your favorite, I’ll send another questionnaire that will be used to craft your wedding day timeline.
step two
The day before your wedding, we meet up for a beer or coffee and go over any last minute details. Then on your elopement day all you need to do is show up, be present and have the time of your life! I'm here for you 100%—I'm more than just a photographer who shows up on the wedding day.
step three
After the celebration is over, you’ll receive a sneak peek mini gallery within a week of your elopement. The full gallery will be delivered in 8-10 weeks complete with a personalized slideshow of your day. I suggest you grab a bottle of bubbly, pull it up on the big screen and snuggle on the couch together to watch it. You probably want to make sure you have a box of tissues too!
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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!"
