Posts by steph zakas
Best 10 Reasons To Elope | Elopement Photographer & Planner

Choosing to elope might be the first big decision a couple has had to make together when it comes to the future of their relationship. Because of this, having the power & courage to elope is SO empowering. However, I know couples might have not committed fully to their elopement yet, they love the idea but have not put down commitment to start booking and planning

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Private Kirkjufell Mountain Iceland Elopement in Snæfellsnes | Iceland Elopement Photographer

This private Kirkjufell Mountain Elopement in Iceland was the perfect balance of laid-back and low key mixed in with big-sky romance.

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Best Elopement Wedding Dresses- The Ultimate Adventure Elopement Dress Guide

What dress to wear on your elopement is one of the biggest decisions to make when it comes to planning your elopement. This is a choice that is so personal and is one of the decisions that might take the longest when planning your elopement. There are a few factors to think of when choosing your elopement dress!

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A Rainy Iceland Elopement With DIY Details | Adventure Elopement Photographer

This rainy day Iceland elopement had the cutest DIY details. Eloping in Iceland is always a big adventure giving the most epic elopement photos, but sometimes the weather has a mind of its own. Which means being spontaneous during your elopement day will make the adventure event more unique.

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Do You Need the Getting Ready Photos Before Your Elopement? | Iceland Elopement Photographer

“Are the getting ready photos that important?”
I get asked this question more often than any other questions when working with my couples and building their timeline for the day with them.
I get it, more adventure on your adventure elopement just sounds more fun.

This is something most couples feel like they can skip but I honestly feel, in my professional experience, that my answer is always a ‘Yes!’.

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How to Include Guests in Your Adventure Elopement- Ultimate Guide | Iceland Elopement Photographer & Planner

Elopements have done a really cool shift in the past few years and I am HERE for it. The fact that they are whatever-you-want-them-to-be now is something I seriously get behind. One of my personal values that I base my entire brand off of is “go against the grain, don’t do things because you should, and have fun doing it”. If your version of fun on your elopement is NOT running away in secret and IS including some guests to not only witness you being a badass on your elopement but so they can also be included in this badassery

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Reykjanes Iceland Vow Renewal | Iceland Elopement Photographer

When a pair of wedding videographers reached out to me to photograph their Reykjanes Iceland Vow Renewal, I was ecstatic. Some people get nervous when other professionals in their industry want to book a session but I freaking LOVE it. Brandi & Josh, in true wedding professional fashion, even brought and set up their video equipment to film their sweet vows as they reaffirmed their love for one another.

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3 Reasons To Have a First Look on Your Elopement (and when not to) | Iceland Elopement Photographer

The first reason why you should have a First Look on your Elopement is that if you and your fiance are getting ready in different locations. Maybe you two are more traditional and haven’t moved in together yet. Maybe you two want all the anticipation of seeing each other for the first time all done up in your wedding attire.

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Reynisfjara Beach Iceland Elopement | Iceland Elopement Photographer

This LGBTQ+ Iceland Elopement at Reynisfjara was off the charts gorgeous.

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Elopement Style Guide for Grooms on Adventure Weddings | Adventure Elopement Photographer

Something rarely written about or spoken about is Elopement Style for Grooms and less feminine presenting folk, and I am here to change that!

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Iceland Elopement at Magical Waterfall | Iceland Elopement Photographer & Planner

My. oh my. Strap in friend-os because you’re about to witness the most awesome, epic, and perfect Iceland elopement. This elopement had everything: DIY dress made by the brides mother and grandma-in-law, a picnic at the top of one of the most SPECTACULAR & MAGICAL waterfalls in all of Iceland, a private ceremony in downtown Reykjavik then an ultra private vow reading ceremony at the top of a 405ft canyon, and even some Mars and Venus in between.

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Snæfellsnes Iceland Elopement on Cliffs | Iceland Wedding Photographer

The Snæfellsnes Peninsula in Iceland is one of my top 5 favorite places on the planet. It was perfect for Lindsay & Ryan’s Adventure Elopement. It has #allthethings and it is absolutely breathtaking no matter what kind of weather we are having that day.

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Reykjavik Harbor Elopement & Snaefellsnes Wedding Photo Adventure | Adventure elopement photographer & planner

Reykjavik Harbor was the perfect place for Anne & Chris’ Elopement. As an Adventure Elopement Photographer & Planner, I love helping to find the perfect place that will capture your own personal love story.

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Snaefellsnes Iceland Elopement at Londrangar Lava Pillars | Iceland Wedding Photographer & Planner

Ayaka & Andrew knew that Snaefellsnes and the Londrangar Lava Pillars would be the most epic location for their Iceland Elopement. These two were incredibly sweet on each other, we had so much fun together during their wedding day, and they were 100% game for ALLLLL the adventure on their day.

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Búðir Black Church Iceland Elopement | Iceland Wedding Photographer

Iceland elopement at the little black church in Búðir on the Snæfellsnes peninsula in Iceland was one for the books. It was off-the-charts-hard-to-top, and I mean it.

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Best Elopement Photos and Adventure of 2019 | Iceland and Scotland Elopement Photographer & Planner

I am the luckiest elopement photographer, ever.
I can’t even begin to express my extreme gratitude for this year. Every year I am gifted with the experience to help and support couples as they embark on their own elopement adventures.

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Iceland Elopement at Secluded Waterfall | LGBTQ+ Adventure Elopement Photographer & Planner

Danielle & Cynthia’s Iceland Elopement at Secluded Waterfall is on the blog today, and it’s a beautiful one.

Something these two really wanted to still do even though they weren’t having a traditional wedding was to make sure they had special details for their wedding day.

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5 Lessons Learned About Choosing to Elope (And One on Choosing Not to) | Adventure Elopement Photographer & Planner

My background within this industry is a long and winding one, which thankfully I made my way into my true passion- helping couples elope & documenting them being badasses in nature. But, because of my long history in the wedding industry, I have been a part of every type of wedding imaginable.

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Catskills Mountains New York Adventure Engagement Session | Catskills Elopement Photographer

When I went to the Catskills Mountains for Betty & Madison’s New York Adventure Engagement Session, I was blown away by it’s beauty. The Catskills Mountains have such a variety of landscapes and colors, it’s just so stunning to look at.

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5 Tips for Planning Your Adventure Elopement | Adventure Elopement Photographer

Planning your Adventure Elopement is a really exciting time in your life. Being an Adventure Elopement photographer in Iceland (and anywhere else the wind takes me!) gives me a lot of insight on the best way to plan your Adventure Elopement.

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