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As a Louisiana native where hospitality runs deep, and now a Zion local who believes in bringing that same warmth and care to every couple I serve. In the South, we welcome people like family, and I want you to feel that same sense of home as you plan your wedding.

That’s why I’ve created these resources—to guide you through every step of your elopement with ease, intention, and a touch of Southern hospitality. Whether you're dreaming of exchanging vows in Zion’s vast canyons or seeking the perfect details for your intimate day, you’ll find everything you need right here.

So grab a coffee (or maybe a sweet tea), settle in, and let’s make your Zion photo experience feel like home—wild, beautiful, and undeniably you.

Why Visit Zion National Park in Winter (and why locals secretly hope you do)

Zion in winter is the version of the park that whispers instead of shouts. The canyon is still grand, still sunlit, still impossible, but the pace changes. Trails breathe. Viewpoints feel like places again, not checkpoints. And if you’ve ever wanted to experience Zion National Park the way it feels on an early morning in […]

Begin the Ritual: 10 Questions to ask yourself to design the perfect Zion Elopement Ceremony

Why am I encouraging YOU to think about rituals and add them into your wedding experince? Whether personal or professional, silly or serious, individual or communal, secular or spiritual, rituals are simple yet powerful tools for deepening the experience of life. Slow Down – Rituals disrupt the automatic and habitual, slowing us down to be […]

Complete Guide to Eloping in Zion National Park from a Local [2026 & 2027]

A complete guide to Zion elopements & weddings from a local. Find info on permits, locations, where to stay, and how to explore.

a wedding couple in Zion national park

Zion local elopement photographer who can guide you through your special adventure in Zion.

Your photographer is the only vendor with you all day long. A couple celebrates their engagement on a cliffside in Zion National Park. Planning a wedding or elopement in Zion National Park is an adventure like no other. The towering red cliffs, winding canyons, and golden desert light make for an epic backdrop to your love story. But […]

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How Many Hours You Need for Your Zion Elopement

Planning an elopement in Zion? Planning an elopement in Zion? One of the biggest questions couples ask is: “How many hours of photography coverage do we really need?” Your love story deserves time—not just snapshots. Here’s how to match coverage to your vision. 1. Think About What You Want to Include Every extra hour opens up more meaningful […]

Explore slot canyons, hike to an Epic overlook and setup camp.

These two wanted to go a little off the beaten path. They chose to get legally married in their hometown but wanted to come to Zion to have a stressful time celebrating their love with just the two of them. They were not interested in being around crowds, and wanted to see a part of […]

Lake Powell Elopement

a newly wed couple kayaking on Lake Powell, and climbing in Zion National Park.

Zion Canyoneering Elopement

DREAM UP AN ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME TO CELEBRATE A LIFE TIME OF LOVE These two wanted to do something adventurous, exciting but having their girl, Mira, was a must. No dogs are allowed in Zion National Park but luckily, we partner with a variety of local guides to customize your day, this is just […]