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Think Of Us As Your Guides To Your Epic Adventure

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We're more than just your PHOTOGRAPHERS!

We get in the thick of it right alongside you.

Think of us along the lines as your... 

Elopement Adventure Guides
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PHOTOGRAPHER
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LOGISTICS COORDINATOR 
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PLANNING GUIDE
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ALLOW US TO BE MORE THAN JUST BEHIND THE CAMERA

Photography is a lot of fun (and we're really good at it) it's not the only thing we bring. 
WE CARE ABOUT YOUR WEDDING DAY EXPERIENCE AS A WHOLE

HELPING YOU TWO FOCUS ON WHAT MATTERS MOST - YOU TWO AND YOUR UNIQUE LOVE STORY 

CREATING THE BEST ELOPEMENT AND DAY OF ADVENTURE AS POSSIBLE TO CELEBRATE YOU 

CREATING A DAY WHERE YOU FEEL FOCUSED ON, SAFE, AND ABLE TO BE YOUR TRUE SELVES

DOCUMENTING THIS ADVENTURE FULL OF LOVE, COMMITMENT AND THE KICK START TO YOUR LIFE AS A MARRIED COUPLE 

Forrest blake photo adventurous elopement and intimate wedding photogrpahers and guides

THIS IS WHY WE LOVE WHAT WE DO

We get to help you guys create a day of adventure that is solely focused on you two. A day handcrafted with you two and what you want on your dream wedding day. A day filled with adventure, security, and no pressure to be anyone but yourselves. After all, it is YOUR wedding day so why shouldn't you do whatever you want and not have to worry about anything else? 

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YOUR WEDDING DAY MATTERS

Don't feel trapped by the wedding industry to do it their way

YOU DON'T FOLLOW THE STATUS QUO 

YOU DON'T LET OTHER PEOPLE EXPECTATIONS STEER YOUR DECISIONS 

YOU KNOW THERE'S SOMETHING MORE OUT THERE FOR YOU

It's almost the default setting of how these things play out. You get engaged, now you feel the next step and the expectation is to invite 200 guests, have enough bridesmaids and groomsmen, get a coordinator, obsess over table settings and feel like you've looked at the same flower arrangement 15 times. 
But it doesn't have to be like this and that's why you're here.
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YOU EXPECT MORE OUT OF YOUR WEDDING DAY...

AND WHAT'S MORE FREEING THAN A DAY BUILD ON WHAT YOU WANT TO DO, WHEREVER AND WHENEVER YOU WANT?

An entire day of adventure designed with you and for you. A day that allows you to...
Be yourself and enjoy every moment with the one you love; entirely focused on one another and the moment you're surrounded by. 
Confess your love to one another's and commit your hearts to each other however you would like. Free from judgment or pressures.
Take things as slowly as you like or pack the day full of adventure and memories.
Escape the feeling of putting on a show for others.
And most of all, create a day full of memories and firsts that you two can look back on and relive each and every moment you had together and all the emotions that day each and every time.
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This is why we do what we do and love every minute of it.
You have a choice and we're here to make that decision as fun and stress-free as possible. We're here for YOU!

MEET YOUR ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHERS & GUIDES

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Hi, I'm Cindy! I was born in Austria and I look for any excuse to travel back to Europe.

Ever since I was little I would crave adventure. I am always ready to pick up and go explore new places and meet new people. 

My husband is my best friend and, of course, my number 1 travel buddy.

We are hopeless romantics and love capturing the beautiful moments that make your love story. We'd love to join you on your adventure and give us the honor of turning your dream adventure into a reality!

Random facts about Cindy

I was scuba certified when I was 12 and have dozens of dives around the world. My favorites places were Hawaii where I did a deep dive of a shipwreck and Turks and Caicos

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Hey, my name is Forrest (yes like Gump) and I'm an Adventure Elopement Photographer.  

I'm a Star Wars nerd, semi-pro Rugby player, world adventurer, Chipotle & Coffee addicted storyteller. I'm married to my best friend and life long adventure buddy who doesn't ever let life get boring. 

I'm an adventurer & all-around storyteller. I love capturing the little moments and details that make up the bigger picture & memory that tells your story. Cause, after all, I'm here to tell YOUR story. 

Welcome to my home. Come on in, put your feet up & let's start a new story. 

Random facts about Forrest

I've been to more than 15 countries around the world.

"a joy to be around and his pictures are absolutely breathtaking. I HIGHLY recommend this photographer!"

Jamie R.

"Forrest was so much more than a photographer for us, he helped plan and coordinate every aspect of our elopement"

Stephanie M.

" If you want a personable, talented, and very professional photographer that will capture your special day FORREST IS YOUR GUY!!! He was worth every penny!!"

Brooke M..

"I’m in love with the beautiful results but even more thankful for the day he gave us"

Amie R.

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how we stand above

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Leave No Trace practicing Photographers for all our Elopements.
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First Aide & CPR Certified
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We love our planet and preserve it as an environmentally conscious buisness
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WE ELOPED & HAD OUR OWN INTIMATE WEDDING DAY WITH SOME FAMILY

we had our epic wedding day in the redwoods surrounds by giant trees, close family & all stayed the night in A-frame treehouses. we absolutely loved our unique day and love being able to create days like ours for our couples.

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