Colorado + Utah elopement packages

We’re a husband and wife team offering planning, photography, ceremony officiation and optional videography.

Yep, we can do it all—it can be just the two of you and the two of us!

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Colorado + Utah elopement packages

We’re a husband and wife team offering planning, photography, ceremony officiation and optional videography.

Yep, we can do it all—it can be just the two of you and the two of us!

Contact Us

“I don’t know how to explain it But today changed my soul”

Those were the parting words from Tim when we wrapped up his and Nicole’s sunrise to sunset elopement day and, oooft, did it stick with us.

Why? Because THAT’S what we want for you all.⁠..

AN elopement day so immersive, so connective and so grand that it leaves you in awe.

Your wedding day should be an experience that gets deep into your soul and stays there.⁠

A person dipping their partner on their wedding day with a starry night sky behind them
A couple standing in the middle of a rocky arch holding hands on their wedding day
A newlywed couple cutting a small cake together as they stand in the mountains
Newlyweds with backpacks on jumping up and clicking their heels in a sandy landscape

Just so you know: it ain’t wrong to want this day for yourselves

The truth is, it’s ok to be ‘selfish’ on your wedding day and, if you don’t want to invite guests to your elopement, you don’t have to.

The reality is that any number of guests – whether that be 20 or 200 – can detract from the focus of your day: you and your partner. We’ve seen it happen all too often.

Rather than playing host on your wedding day, you and your partner should be fully immersing yourself in the experience, forging solid memories to last you through this life together.

We deeply believe it’s 100% OK to save this moment for yourselves. Don’t let anything take away from the magic of YOUR day.

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You do NOT have to follow some ‘wedding planning recipe’ to have a beautiful, meaningful day.

You know what we’re talking about: themes, colors, decor, blah, blah, blah… BOOOOORING!

Instead, when you block out the noise and listen to your heart… What do you actually want?

Would you rather forget all that ‘stuff’ and enjoy a deeply-connected experience in nature, with the focus 100% on you, your partner and the love that you share?

Do you want an adventure?

If you’re the kind of couple that would rather ditch the fancy venue and celebrate with pizza and beers in the middle of nowhere… Well, you’re in the right place!

Hey again, we’re Vanessa & Chad!

a married duo who’s ready to be your entire elopement-in-a-box: Planning, photography, ceremony officiation, and optional videography.

When you work with us, you’re signing up for the adventure of a lifetime with two people who care DEEPLY about you having an incredible experience, without any of the stress of planning or doing it all yourself.

We know exactly what you’re going through right now. We eloped ourselves in South Africa and planned the whole shebang ourselves. We won’t lie, it was… A LOT!

That’s why we’re going to take the planning weight off your shoulders and plant it firmly on our own, so you can relax and enjoy the whole process.

WHY HIRE A COUPLE FOR YOUR ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY?

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NO AWKWARD THIRD WHEEL SITUATION!

With four of us hanging out it’s a really casual, friendly vibe.

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We have VERY different creative eyes.

Which means more variety in your photos.

03

We can offer fully personalized ceremony officiation.

There are many solo photographers out there who will sign your license but they can’t logistically lead your ceremony and take photos at the same. We can!

04

We can offer you a mini video add-on with your photography package.

Just ask!

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We really can keep it as simple as the two of you and the two of us.

“Absolutely OBSESSED with the photos and experience Vanessa and Chad created for my husband and I.

We envisioned a beautiful, relaxing, and carefree elopement and they nailed it. These two are special and have the perfect understanding of what couples want and need.”
– Maria & Doug

“What Vanessa and Chad give to their couples is pure magic.

We are still saying to ourselves ‘we can’t believe we did that’. It was such an awe-inspiring experience to see the beautiful world around us and to be in the middle of it, joining our lives together.”
– Dana & Stephen

“Vanessa and Chad made our elopement day more incredible and personal than we could have ever dreamt up ourselves.”

They made the planning process a breeze. They truly listened to us and made the day not ‘Instagram-perfect’ but perfect for us. We laughed until we cried, cherished every bit of our full day adventure and walked away with beautiful photos we can’t believe are us. Vanessa and Chad are some of the dopest, most down to earth humans we’ve had the pleasure of meeting.”
– Gabby + Layne

Five easy steps to make this happen…

01.

Check out our Colorado and Utah elopement packages below, then get in touch so we can line up a free consult call where we can brainstorm together and dream big. If you’re feeling ready to rock n roll, we’ll lock you in with a contract and retainer.

02.

We’re going to help plan the heck out of your elopement. Locations, vendors, permits, timelines etc… We got ya!

03.

You have the time of your lives! Your elopement day is here and it’s going to set your soul on FIRE. We’ll photograph alllll the magic AND lead a heartfelt, personalized ceremony for you.

04.

We share your killer images with you so you can relive your day forever-ever. You’ll have a sneak peek within the week!

05.

We’ll help you order prints and an heirloom album if those are of interest to you. Oooft, imagine turning the pages of your very own love story!

I am ready to elope
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A REMINDER OF WHAT’S Included in all of our elopement packages

4hrs to multi-day coverage from two photographers

It’s amazing how one moment can look and feel so different captured from two different perspectives!

Fully personalized ceremony officiation

While Chad continues to shoot, Vanessa will lead a ceremony written just for you and can legally marry you if you wish.

Access to tons of resources to guide your planning journey

Like our ‘How to Elope’ guide, regular emails with all our insider tips ‘n’ tricks, our ‘Creating A Personalized Ceremony’ guide and our ‘Leave No Trace’ guide. Trust us, you’re never going to be left feeling lost or confused!

The option to add on our ‘mini video package’

We’ll edit together a 3 minute highlight video of the most special parts of your day, along with a full recording of your ceremony.

Personal guidance to design your dream day

Including location suggestions, travel advice, permitting assistance, vendor recommendations, activity suggestions and a day-of timeline.

Unlimited communication

We truly want you to think of us as your personal guides. And we’re Type A planners so take full advantage of that! Whether it’s email, text or Zoom, communication will never be lacking.

All of our travel fees included

No hidden extras.

Alright, let’s talk the details…

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Colorado and Utah elopement packages

Starting at $4800 for a half day of coverage

Want to bring your love on an adventure out West? We’re talking places like:

  • MOAB (home to Arches, Canyonlands and tons of hidden gems)
  • ZION NP (adventure for days!)
  • OURAY + TELLURIDE (mountain magic and alpine lakes galore!)
  • And endless off-the-beaten-path hidden GEMS we’d love to share

Oooh, and just so you know: we only require a $1000 retainer to secure your date and get the planning ball rolling! We’re also very happy to talk about payment plans, we want to make this easy for you.

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Scotland elopement packages

Starting at $9800 for a full day of coverage

Vanessa is originally from Scotland so we can help with all the planning and show you around like a local! The romance of Scotland can’t be beat:

  • The rugged ISLE OF SKYE
  • The moody and romantic GLENCOE
  • The classic beauty of the CAIRNGORMS NATIONAL PARK
A couple standing on a grassy cliff holding hands on their wedding day
A newlywed couple holding hands and smiling at each other as they walk over a rocky landscape in the mountains

Custom elopement packages

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For anywhere outside of Colorado, Utah or Scotland, please reach out to us for a custom quote.

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“The Outlovers aren’t just photographers and planners – they’re miracle workers who turned our elopement into an absolutely perfect experience!

Vanessa and Chad truly made the entire process feel effortless which allowed us to focus on enjoying the weekend rather than worrying about logistics. The most memorable thing to us, and what truly set them apart, is who they are as people. Their genuine enthusiasm and energy helped us stay relaxed and present throughout the entire weekend.”
– Andie & Maci

“I can’t say enough great things about Vanessa and Chad! They were absolutely **PERFECT** for our mountaintop wedding.

From the very beginning of the process, they were warm, friendly, communicative and they made us feel completely at ease. With their direction, every photo felt natural and they somehow managed to make even the simplest moments feel magical. Vanessa went above and beyond by officiating our little ceremony. She has such a calming presence and she made the ceremony so personal and meaningful. Seriously, we couldn’t have asked for a better duo to make our day unforgettable.”
– Paige & Alex

“The Outlovers expertly guided us through every step of our elopement planning process.

We had no idea where to begin, but Chad and Vanessa made the entire process feel easy and totally stress-free. On the day, they made us feel completely comfortable… so comfortable in fact that there were moments that we felt like we were the only two people in the world.”
– Cheri & Austin
A couple sitting close together on the edge of a canyon overlook
A person dipping their partner as they laugh and smile in the mountains

You don’t have to be getting married to have an adventure!

Aside from our Colorado and Utah elopement packages, we also offer ‘adventure sessions’ for proposals, engagements, honeymoons… And ‘just because’.

Photo coverage starts at two hours, and we’ll help you plan out your outfits, activities, locations… You just need to turn up and have a blast!

*** Please be aware that adventure sessions can NOT to used for sharing vows: your wedding day deserves more love, preparation and attention than that. ***

Please reach out to us for a custom quote for your adventure session.

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Let’s do this thing!

PLEASE NOTE: we specialize in ‘just us’ elopements but we do take on a handful of super small elopements each year (max 15 guests).

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Got a million questions about eloping?

Take a look through our FAQ, and then head on over to our blog for a ton of free planning advice.

10000000000% YES. We’re sorry we live in a world where this even has to be asked. We welcome all couples who resonate with what we offer!

We specialize in ‘just us’ elopements but we DO take on just a handful of super small groups each year (up to 15 people max), as long as we feel confident that we can plan an experience that still keeps YOU at the heart and center.

YES PLEASE! We know your pup is like family, and we’re super happy for them to join the celebrations. Just let us know in advance so we can choose a dog-friendly location for you.

Absolutely! The beauty of an elopement is that you get to CHOOSE what stays and what goes. If there are elements of a traditional wedding that ring true to you, that you find meaning in, then of course you should include them in your elopement. Whether it’s a first dance, someone walking you down the ‘aisle’ or a cake cutting you just let us know and we’ll be sure to find a fun way to incorporate it into your day.

For contractual reasons, we will need to know a very rough location but we can fine tune and pinpoint it closer to the time. And if you change your mind completely, and Colorado becomes Patagonia or Utah becomes Scotland, don’t worry: we can adapt for that no problem! We WILL need to know your date when you book so we can reserve it for you and make our travel plans. We can help you figure out a date that works best for all of us.

If you’re doing it right, YES! Your outfits are going to be a physical manifestation of all the FUN you’ve had adventuring on your wedding day. Dirt, leaves, twigs, water, sand…. They all just LOVE to hang out with you on your elopement day! And we think that’s fabulous. If you’re going to wear that outfit one time only, then wear the HECK out of it!

TOTALLY ok. ‘Adventure elopements’ have become synonymous with ‘hiking elopements’ when, actually, they’re NOT the same thing. Sure, an adventure elopement CAN involve hiking but it doesn’t HAVE to. Hiking is not everyone’s vibe and that’s cool: whatever ‘adventure’ means to you, we’re in! And don’t worry, you can 10000% get those stunning natural landscape views without a trek.

NYTHING YOUR FREAKING WANT! How cool is that? Seriously though, that’s kind of the point of choosing to elope. You don’t have to worry about anyone else’s needs or expectations: you can plan a day around you and your partner and all the things that make you happy. You could hike, set off on a road trip, go snowshoeing, relax in a super cute Airbnb, bathe in a natural hot spring, go off-roading, explore a national park, travel to a new country, go on safari, go on a helicopter tour…. Heck, jump out of a plane if you want to! Spend some time daydreaming with your partner. What’s on your bucket list? What makes you smile? What’s your favorite way to spend time together? Check out this blog post for 100 epic elopement ideas!

‘Bad’ weather means different things to different people. For some, rain is the worst thing ever, for others it’s moody and romantic. Some people adore the snow, others hate it. So, the first thing we’re going to do is find out what kind of weather you would LIKE in an ideal world on your elopement day. And we’ll choose your location partly based on that. If you HATE intense sun, we’re not going to take you to the desert in August! Beyond that, we find being prepared makes a huge difference. So, we’ll make sure you’ve got all the right clothing and gear for the weather we anticipate. And then, as long as it’s safe, we get out there and adventure come rain or shine! Embracing what the elements throw at you is all part of the fun on your elopement day. Of course, if the weather is anything like unsafe we will absolutely adapt our plans: either turning to a back-up location (we always have a Plan B, C and D!) or adjusting the day/time if all our schedules allow.

Unless you’re a professional model, then OF COURSE you’re awkward in photos. Who isn’t?! But the great thing? We’re pros at working with said ‘awkward’ couples. Everything you see on our website and Instagram is an image of a REAL couple in a REAL moment. We’ll be right there, giving you guidance and encouragement – we’ll never leave you feeling lost and not knowing what to do – but we’re also not going to ask you to strike a horrible, unnatural pose. That’s not our style! We’re much more about creating a super-relaxed, safe-feeling environment where you and your partner feel at ease and free to be yourselves. You can read more about our photography philosophy here.

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