COLORADO ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER

So, you want to marry your best friend in the mountains.

A bride and groom celebrating outdoors near a lake with snow-capped mountains in the background. The bride is holding a bouquet and raising it in the air, while the groom is opening a champagne bottle, with champagne spraying out.
Sunset over mountains with dark clouds in the sky and distant hills on the horizon.
A couple sharing a kiss outdoors in a mountainous area with two dogs, one in the man's arms and one lying on the grass.

You’ve decided to elope and an epic adventure is the centerpiece of your day. Spending time in nature is already a key part of your relationship and nothing makes more sense than being in the mountains with your boo (and maybe your pup, too… who are we kidding?!) and tying the knot!

You’re crafting the day of your dreams.

It’s intentional. It centers your favorite things. Heck, maybe it’s even in your favorite place, somewhere you already share core memories. It could almost be any old weekend adventure like many you’ve had before…

* almost *

I’m guessing you already know, but take it from me:

There’s no better place to marry your person than beautiful Colorado.

Let's chat!
A couple dressed in wedding attire stands on snow-covered ground near a lake, surrounded by snow and rocks, with a mountain range in the background during sunset.
Two people clinking beer bottles outdoors with mountains and a clear sky in the background.
A bride and groom are standing close together in a grassy field with mountains and a cloudy sky in the background. They are touching foreheads and smiling, holding a bouquet of flowers.
A couple kisses by a wooden fence in a rural, mountainous landscape under cloudy skies. The woman wears a long black dress and cowboy hat, and the man wears a green suit with a boutonniere. A black hat is on the fence.
Two men in tuxedos walking hand-in-hand through a field of tall grass with mountains in the background, during a cloudy day.
A woman in a white lace dress and a man in a suit with a boutonniere exchange wedding vows, holding handwritten notes during the ceremony outdoors by a body of water.
A couple sits together in a field of tall grass, facing each other and holding hands, with mountains in the background during sunset.
A black and white photo of a couple embracing outdoors in a mountainous landscape. The man is wearing a hat and the woman is in a long dress. They are standing on rugged terrain with mountain peaks and a partly cloudy sky in the background.
A bride and groom standing close together outdoors with rolling hills in the background. The bride is wearing a lace wedding gown and holding a bouquet, and the groom is in a dark suit and white shirt. They are smiling at each other under a cloudy sk
A couple in wedding attire holding hands walking in front of a large red rock formation.
A bride and groom sharing a toast outdoors near a lake, with snow-capped mountains and a blue sky in the background.
A bride and groom walking hand in hand across a green valley surrounded by rolling hills with a cloudy sky above.
A couple standing on a rocky ledge overlooking mountain ranges with snow patches, embracing each other and smiling against a blue sky with clouds.
A bride and groom holding hands walk through a forested trail, surrounded by tall trees and dense greenery.
A woman in a long, beige dress with white leaf patterns holds a large bouquet of wildflowers on a rocky ledge with mountains in the background.
A bride and groom sitting on a large rock outdoors, with a mountain covered in trees in the background. The bride wears a white dress and holds a bouquet of flowers, while the groom wears a navy jacket, beige pants, and brown shoes.
A man and woman holding hands while walking in a grassy field with mountains and trees in the background, along with a dog on a leash.
A woman sitting on a rock holding a camera, smiling, with trees and blue sky in the background.

Hey, I’m Makaila!

Colorado has been my home for the last 10 years. (wow, time flies!) and I fall more and more in love with this magnificent state with each passing day. Even before I was lucky enough to call Colorado home, I spent my summers in Eagle County splashing in the rivers, hiking up to snow fields on hot days, and horseback riding through aspen groves. The Rocky Mountains hold some of my most cherished memories, and hopefully yours too!

I know this place well - from it’s paths well traveled to the hidden gems. I know how to plan for Colorado’s signature unpredictable weather, seasonal traffic patterns & closures, how to avoid the crowds, and I would love to help you with your dream day.

Get to know Makaila
I'm ready to inquire
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A young woman with brown hair, wearing a striped crop top and a light blue cap, is jogging outdoors beside a river, holding a leash attached to her dog, a large pitbull with a tan and white coat. The landscape includes tall grassy fields, shrubs, and distant hills under a clear sky.

Wondering where to start?

Get inspiration from out these recent Colorado Elopements

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    Autumn Estes Park Elopement

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  • A bride and groom exchange wedding vows outdoors, with trees, a mountain range, and a lake in the background under a clear sky.

    Breckenridge Elopement

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Her ideas were refreshing, which set our photos apart from the cookie cutter shoots I've seen in the past. I'm especially happy with how skilled she was capturing the scenery around us while still keeping us as the focal point of the photos.

~ Ryley H.

“Her gorgeous photos and dreamy editing truly speak for themselves, but what really sets Makaila apart is her remarkable eye for capturing the raw emotions and authentic moments of a wedding day.”

~ Mandie

So… what comes next?

A bride and groom sitting on a rock in front of a large body of water during their wedding or engagement photoshoot. The bride is wearing a white lace wedding gown, and the groom is in a black suit. They are smiling and looking at each other.

STEP ONE

Inquire & Chat

If you’re ready to learn more, start with submitting your inquiry. I’ll respond within 24 hours with my full elopement collection guide. Then we’ll set up a time to chat so we can talk get to know each other and you can fill me in on everything you have in store for your Colorado elopement.

A couple getting married outdoors, holding hands and facing each other as an officiant reads from a paper. The desert landscape and cloudy sky are in the background.

STEP TWO

Location & Planning

There are so many incredible gems to choose from when it comes to where to elope in Colorado. Every booking comes with an in depth location guide and recommendations for how to plan your elopement. I’ll help you plan for any additional requirements that come with your location selection like permits, entry fees, vendor referrals and more!

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STEP THREE

Elopement Day!

After completing your detailed questionnaire and holding our pre-elopement meeting, it’s time to tie the knot! We’ll meet at our agreed upon location and soak up the incredible day you’ve curated to honor your love. You’ll receive sneak peeks soon after, so you can share the exciting news with your loved ones!

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LET’S DO IT

I’M READY TO BOOK MY ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER

*AKA ADVENTURE BUDDY*

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