big sur Wedding & elopement photographer
big sur Wedding & elopement photographer
No worries,
No pressure,
Just you &
just love!
just joy!
your favorite person.
So you've decided to elope in Big Sur, California where you can breathe the salty sea air as you exchange your marriage vows.
The pressure of outside opinions.
Being the center of attention all day.
The stress of planning a big wedding.
there is no rulebook to follow when it comes to elopements
and the cool thing is
means you're ready to esscape
Choosing a Big Sur Elopement
I'm so stoked for you!!!
But there's just one problem....
You Have No Idea Where to start when it Comes to planning a Big Sur elopement
But there's just one problem....
You Have No Idea Where to start when it Comes to planning an adventure elopement
That's where I come in...
not to worry,
I'm not just your Big Sur Elopement photographer, I'll plan your elopement day from start to finish!
I'll be your brainstorm specialist, planning wizard and adventure buddy. My specialties are...
I'll be your go-getter for your Big Sur elopement planning
helping you feel comfortable and confident in your photos.
providing you with a stress-free experience.
Finding the best spots.
finding you a killer spot for your vow exchange/ceremony.
Elopement planning doesn’t need to be overwhelming… here's how I'll make it simple and stress-free.
Plan your Day
I'll help you
I'll help you
We'll keep planning your Big Sur elopement chill with a couple fun calls and a quick questionnaire so I can really get to know you both. This helps me create a custom adventure that’s totally your vibe for the big day!
- Location Scouting with a focus on hidden gems—say goodbye to those overdone Instagram spots!
- Vendor Recommendations based on folks I've loved working with!
- Custom Timeline Creation that’s all about savoring every moment, not rushing through the day.
- Planning Guides covering the best places to stay and local eats that only insiders know.
- Tailored Packing Lists for the location and season, so you’re comfortable and carefree on the big day.
- Permit Handling—I’ll take care of it all, fees included!
- A Comprehensive 50-Page Guide (yep, it’s packed with all the good stuff!).
- Sneak Peak Photos within 24 hours of your big day, so you can share them with friends and family!
All big sur elopement packages include...
Big Sur Elopement Packages
- 4+ hours of coverage
- Personalized Location Guide
- Vendor recommendations
- Logistics & unlimited planning help
- An exclusive guide to planning your elopement
- A custom timeline for the best experience
- Digital gallery to view, download, print, and share your images
- Photographer travel included.
Big Sur Elopements
starting at $4,295
average investment $5,295
what's included
what's included
-Makenzee & ben
Salisha was a dream to work with!! She was on top of EVERYTHING! She took the time to help me build a timeline not just for my wedding, But things I needed to get done prior to my wedding as well , making sure my vendors were lined up properly. She was there every step of the way. Her communication skills are amazing! She always got back to me right away.Not to mention, she’s a BOMB Photographer. I love how my photos turned out and would highly recommend her! And definitely will be using her in the future!!
"She took the time to help me build a timeline not just for my wedding day, But the things I needed to get done prior to my wedding as well"
dreaming of a private elopement? I'll share my secret spots with you.
You chose to elope for the intimacy and adventure right? So let's not share those private vows in front of a bus full of loud tourists.
If you're looking for something fresh and new that you haven't seen on a dozen influencer's pages, then I'm happy to share some off-grid gems for you to call your own.
dreaming of a private Big Sur elopement? I'll share my secret spots with you.
You chose to elope for the intimacy and adventure right? So let's not share those private vows in front of a crowd full of nosy tourists.
If you're looking for something fresh and new that you haven't seen on a dozen influencer's pages, then don't forget to pack those hiking boots... I'm happy to share some off-grid gems for you to call your own.
Not unless you want to! There are a great many gorgeous locations to elope without a difficult trek! Just make sure you let me know if you want to hike or not so we can plan your day around accessibility!
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I deliver my photos via private online gallery. Every wedding and portrait packages include access to high quality file downloads for each delivered image, available directly from your gallery. You’ll also be able to order stunning prints and products, such as metal-prints (my personal fav), canvases, albums, and more!
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A typical elopement day would start with sharing a cup of coffee together, getting ready and a first look at your lodging, driving to our first location to get some stunning photos, after that we usually plan some fun activities for you to share, like a picnic lunch, enjoying some cocktails, or cutting a small cake. After our activity we can travel to our last location to exchange vows together while the sun-sets. This general outline can be customized in any way. Elopements give you the freedom to do whatever you want together!
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Every wedding day is unique, but I generally deliver a minimum of 50 images per hour of photographer coverage. I cull through each frame I've captured to weed out any duplicate images as well as those that don't meet my standards, so you only get the best!
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Depending on where your location is, you may or may not need a permit. After you’ve decided where you’re eloping I will research and obtain the permit requirements for that area. It’s basically a document signed by the park office that says you’re allowed to do your ceremony there. Permits are pretty simple to obtain and they help assure privacy for your day while also protecting the land and wildlife.
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Of course! You can definitely include members of your family in your elopement plans, as long as they are up for the adventure! I recommend inviting only the people you know will help keep the day’s focus on YOU! Some couples prefer to include a very small group (or no one) at the elopement ceremony and then they plan a reception or party to follow on the date or at a later date. Just keep in mind that some locations may have a maximum guest count.
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Don't worry about this! I'll plan it all! I'll break everything down into actionable steps and I'll do all the hard stuff for you. I'll also put together a list of recommendations based on your own personal interests and hobbies. Plus I'll help you with knowing what to pack, the best places to eat, fun activities for you to share together, and all the best places to visit while you're in the Big Sur/Central Coast region.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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