The Summit to Forever™ Experience
Adventure Elopement and Intimate Wedding Packages
The Summit to Forever™ Experience
You dream of summits
Some people dream of ballrooms for their wedding
You’ve pictured it a hundred times.
Not a banquet hall. Not a room full of people you barely know.
But you two (maybe a few loved ones)… boots laced, trail beneath your feet, mountains rising ahead.
You can already feel the quiet thrill of it — the way your heart will race as the views open up, the way your fingers will tighten around theirs, the way the world will fall away until it’s just the two of you, promising forever.
But then… the questions set in.
How do we even plan something like this?
What if we’re not hardcore hikers?
And who’s going to capture it in a way that’s real and not just posed?
How do we make sure our families still feel included?
THAT'S WHERE I COME IN
I’m Bryan — your hiking guy, problem-solver, and storyteller with a camera.
With a background in engineering, I’ve built my career on solving tricky problems and thinking ahead. And with years spent exploring these mountains, I know the trails, the light, the weather patterns, and the hidden overlooks most people walk right past.
Because here’s the thing: your elopement isn’t a photoshoot.
It’s the day you summit to forever — and you deserve someone who knows how to get you there.
To help you slow down, pay attention, and feeeeeel your wedding day with your whole body.
When we work together, I’m all in.
"If you are looking for an elopement photographer look no further!!! He’s your guy!!!"
-Tammy and Stuart-
"Bryan was absolutely wonderful throughout the whole process!
He was super intentional from the start! He sent over lots of helpful information in the beginning to help us get a better idea on what exactly we wanted our day to look like and then worked with us every step of the way to create it!
During our wedding day it felt like we were just hanging out with a friend! The whole day was super relaxed feeling and he made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera! And he took a ton of stress off of us as far as the planning! The pictures have been more beautiful than I could have ever imagined! He really puts his heart into what he does and I could not recommend him enough!"
Why couples who hike choose me as their elopement photographer
I’ve logged over 1,200 hiking miles (yes, I keep track) and know what it takes to safely carry heavy gear into the backcountry. Whether it’s a 12-mile trek with elevation gain or a short walk to a waterfall, I know how to read a trail, manage time, and keep the pace so you can focus on each other.
I find locations that match your vision and your comfort level. You don’t have to be a hardcore hiker — you just have to be ready for an adventure.
I plan for every detail: timing, weather shifts, lighting, how to incorporate family/friends, and backup plans (because mountains like to surprise you).
Listen, I like to have fun and I love getting to know people, so I'm confident you won't feel like a client. It's going to feel like a friend tagged along for your elopement day (and seriously I'm down for that post hike beer after)!
Every couple I work with thinks they're awkward. But do they look awkward in the photos? Didn't think so. That's because its about having the best day of your life, captured naturally. I capture the way it feels, so when you look at your photos years from now, you can still smell the fresh air and hear the crunch of the trail beneath your boots.
Real Trail Experience
Trail-First Elopement Planning
Engineer’s Precision and Problem Solving
A Photographer You Could Get A Beer With
Emotive Storytelling
Let's you be fully present
Strips away the stress
Not a day built on timelines and expectations
Not a day stuck inside a stuffy ballroom
Not a day that goes by in a blur
Not a day made for tradition or for show
Dials up the adventure
It's wall worthy photos and an experience that...
Tells your story, your way
So what is the Summit to Forever™ experience?
A hiking elopement slows everything down.
It’s about more than reaching a mountain peak — it’s about reaching your peak.
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"Our elopement wouldn't have been half as awesome without him!"
"I have no suggestions on anything he could have done differently to make our day more perfect!"
"Bryan was INCREDIBLE!"
-Kevin and Cody-
-Mary and Michael-
-Erin and Donovan-
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"The guy is pure magic behind the lens. Flip through the album, and it's like you're right back in the moment. What's so great about Bryan? it was like hanging with an old friend who happened to be an amazing photographer. Zero stress, all good vibes. Bryan isn't your typical photographer, he turns your day into a visual masterpiece. Bryan's your guy!
"Bryan was amazing from the very beginning! His attention to detail and organization from the planning portion to the actual photos on the day of the wedding was perfect. Bryan was able to help bring the vision in my head to fruition. My husband and I are both a little introverted yet felt totally comfortable with Bryan on our wedding day; he is easy to work with and has a calming presence that was greatly appreciated! Also, the photos are AMAZING! "
"We are overjoyed with the pictures that Bryan took, and are thankful for the memories we created! Bryan helped us to feel relaxed and made the day fun! I think this is what really makes Bryan different from other photographers, he was intentional at helping us to feel at ease and made sure that we were happy throughout the whole day. We promise you will not be disappointed with Bryan!
the Summit to Forever™ Elopement Experience
Here’s everything that's included in all my elopement and intimate wedding packages:
Fully Cared For From The Start
Wedding Photos That You Can Feel
A Place That You Can Be Yourself
Extra Taken Care Of
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From the moment you inquire, I’m here to walk alongside you, offering support, guidance, and all the local knowledge you didn’t know you needed. You’ll get inspired location ideas, a timeline that leaves room to breathe, and lodging guidance that helps you feel grounded from day one. My 40+ page Elopement Handbook is packed with the wisdom of dozens of couples who came before you — so you can move forward with clarity and confidence. I’ll connect you with vendors who match your vibe, and help you handle permits and paperwork so you can stay present in what matters.
These aren’t just pretty pictures, they’re memories in motion. Your gallery will bring you back to how it all felt, not just how it looked. I approach every wedding with a storyteller’s eye — crafting a gallery that flows with emotion, meaning, and movement. You’ll receive GIFs and creative double exposures that add that extra sauce, plus sneak peeks in 48 hours and your full gallery in less than 28 days. And you’ll receive a Complimentary Milestone Magazine so you can experience you wedding day in your hands all over again.
You don’t have to perform and you don’t have to shrink. This is a space for you to show up fully as yourself, without apology. I bring deep empathy and acceptance to every elopement — there’s no part of your story that’s too much or too weird or too quiet for me. I’ll give gentle direction when needed, but the most powerful moments are the ones where you simply get to be. I’m there not just to photograph, but to hold space, to ground your energy, and to celebrate your love in all its honest beauty — and I hope it’s just the beginning of our story together.
Not only are you booking a photographer. You’re gaining a calm, prepared, snack-carrying hiking buddy who’s got your back. I’ll send you a personalized adventure kit, help with gear recommendations, and make sure you have everything you need for wherever your love leads. My background in engineering means logistics are second nature — so you can relax knowing every detail has been thought through. And because I live, hike, and explore in the places I shoot, you’ll have a trail-tested guide helping you feel safe and confident, no matter the path.
When the moment is gone, the only thing that remains is how it felt. I’m here to make sure that feeling lasts forever in the way you planned it, experienced it, and relive it every time you see your photos.
Worldwide Elopement Packages
✓ Half, Full, or Multi-Day Coverage (8-16 hours)
✓ Fully Edited Private Online Gallery in just 28 days
✓ Sneak Peek Photos in 48 hours
✓ Complimentary Milestone Magazine (see below)
✓ Elopement Planning Assistance
- Location research, permits, vendors, etc. (see above for details)
✓ All my travel fees worldwide
Adventure Elopement and intimate wedding Packages + Pricing
Elopement packages for those who love to explore, an adventure wedding anywhere your heart desires!
Packages starting at:
$6800
NorthEAST Elopement Packages
✓ Half or Full Day Coverage (6-12 hours)
✓ Fully Edited Private Online Gallery in just 28 days
✓ Sneak Peek Photos in 48 hours
✓ Complimentary Milestone Magazine (see below)
✓ Elopement Planning Assistance
- Location research, permits, vendors, etc. (see above for details)
✓ All my travel fees in the Northeast
Elopement packages for the stunning landscapes of:
ME, VT, NH, & NY
Packages starting at:
$5000
SOUTHEAST Elopement Packages
✓ Mini, Half, or Full Day Coverage (4-10 hours)
✓ Fully Edited Private Online Gallery in just 28 days
✓ Sneak Peek Photos in 48 hours
✓ Complimentary Milestone Magazine (see below)
✓ Elopement Planning Assistance
- Location research, permits, vendors, etc. (see above for details)
✓ All my travel fees in the Southeast
Wrongfully overlooked, elopement packages for the places I call home: GA, NC, TN, VA
Packages starting at:
$3600
"Book him right now. Finding him was the biggest blessing!"
"I’ve been doing weddings my entire life- flowers, catering, makeup and hair, so I have met a ton of wedding photographers and Bryan is the absolute best! He is truly there for your best interest! Since I have worked weddings my whole life, we did not want anything cookie cutter, and he was all for taking our pictures in Jekyll for our elopement. He was great to work with and has a calming personality that eases any nerves. Neither of us enjoy having our pictures taken, but by the end of the day we were literally climbing trees to get the perfect shot! It felt like we were hanging with a friend who just happened to bring a camera! I HIGHLY recommend you book with him! Finding him was the biggest blessing and we cannot wait to share all of the pictures with everyone!"
-Claire and Keaton
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Where can I be your Hiking elopement photographer?
Hiking Elopement locations I would die for
Dolomites
Mt Fuji
Acadia
Patagonia
Grand Tetons
I'm based in Georgia and Blue Ridge and Appalachian mountains are my backyard. But I also travel far and wide for couples who want their day to feel like the adventure of a lifetime! Whether it's the Otter Cliffs of Acadia, the coasts of the PNW, or epic hikes in the Dolomites, I'm in!
I only take on 20 couples each year so I can fully show up for every story I tell.
Have a date or dream location in mind but don’t see it listed? Reach out anyway! If it’s the right fit, we’ll find a way to make it happen.
2025 - 2026 Travel dates
Japan
Feburary, 2025
July - Sept, 2025
North Georgia
North Georgia
March - April, 2025
Oct 1-8, 2025
Utah
Florida
May 9-15, 2025
Oct - Dec, 2025
North Georgia/NC
Acadia/Maine
June 4-9, 2025
July, 2026
Dolomites
Costa Rica
June 16-25, 2025
Oct, 2026
Arizona
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Right away we will start making your dream elopement day come true with planning resources and all my expertise to guide you.
Fill out the form below, it takes 2 minutes or less. I can't wait to hear about your wedding day! No matter how far along in the process you are!
We will hop on a call, get to know each other, talk about what you have planned for your day, and how I will make it happen for you!
Reach out to start crafting a wedding day as real and unforgettable as the two of you
Don’t stress if all you have are scattered ideas or just the desire to make this happen
I can't wait to help bring it all together.
Complimentary Milestone Magazine
Every elopement deserves to be more than just a digital gallery—it should be something you can hold, flip through, and relive over and over.
That’s why every package includes a custom 24-page Milestone Magazine—a beautifully and professionally designed, high-quality print magazine featuring your favorite moments. It’s more than just photos; it’s a tangible story of your day, crafted to be a keepsake you’ll cherish for years. Because your elopement isn’t just a memory—it’s a legacy worth preserving.
I will send your gallery to Jessica, the designer, and the design process begins! Any additional information you’d like to include (like vows, ceremony scripts, etc.) can be added to a Google Doc, but is not necessary. Your magazine will be proofed by myself and you, then printed and mailed out soon after!
A treasured keepsake that comes with every package
A $200 value
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS? I'VE GOT ANSWERS
As soon as you feel ready! Most couples book 6–12 months out, but I also leave room for last-minute adventurers. Once you know you want to elope, we’ll make it happen.
Every package includes intentional planning support, sneak peeks in 48 hours, full gallery delivery in 3 weeks, and photography that feels effortless and true to you. You also get location scouting, timeline help, and someone in your corner who cares deeply about your experience. I've got you!
Perfect! Most couples I work with aren’t, and honestly, that’s what makes the photos so good! I’ll guide you just enough so you feel comfortable and I will create space for you to be yourselves.
No, hiking is not a prerequisite to having the best elopement day. While I do specialize in hiking elopements, adventure, the outdoors, and love is different for everyone, and your elopement day should reflect that!
Absolutely! Whether it’s just the two of you or a small group of the people you love most, we’ll create a plan that feels meaningful, intimate, and totally you! For logistics and location purposes, I ask that the total number of people be kept under 30 people. Some Public Lands are becoming more strict on elopements so the less people the easier it is to get approved for a permit.
No problem! That’s part of what I help with! I’ll suggest spots based on what you love and need: views, accessibility, privacy, and vibe—and we’ll narrow it down together. It's honestly one of my favorite things to do for my couples and don't let it hold you back from inquiring!
Heck yes! I’m based in the Southeast, but I’ll go wherever your love leads. My travel fees are included in your package—no hidden costs, no stress.
That’s exactly what the free planning call is for! We’ll talk through what your day could actually look and feel like, not just the timeline, but the vibe you want. The truth is, the best photos happen when you’re not rushed. When you’ve got room to breathe, explore, soak it all in. This isn’t a photoshoot, it’s your wedding day. You deserve to live it, not power through it. I’ll help you figure out what that means for you two!
Fill out the inquiry form and we’ll hop on a call to make sure we’re a good fit. From there, it’s a signed contract + $500 retainer to lock in your date. After that, the fun begins!!
