You love the idea of getting married, but hate the idea of being the center of attention. The awkward first dances. The staged entrances. The pressure to entertain a room full of people all day long. The family expectations. Deep down, you want something quieter. More intentional and more you. A wedding day where you can breathe, slow down, and actually feel connected to each other.
You deserve a wedding day that feels like you.
not a performance for everyone else.
What happens when you elope?
This is your brain on eloping
Stress-free timelines with activities you already love. Pizza party for two? Yes!
Feeling calm, emotionally grounded, and deeply connected to each other.
No worries about the pressure to perform or complicated family dynamics.
You get to create a wedding day that truly reflects your relationship.
Your wedding day should feel like your favorite parts of your relationship brought to life. The quiet rituals. The inside jokes. The way you actually spend time together when nobody else is watching.
Your wedding day actually should be the best day of your life.
You don’t need a big production to create something unforgettable.
Together, we'll create a wedding day that combines everything you love about your relationship into literally the best day ever. Maybe that’s coffee together in the morning while you're getting ready, sharing a meal you’ve been excited about for weeks, or traveling to say private vows with your toes in the sand.
I'll be honest, owning a photography business is all I've ever wanted. But it took me years to build the confidence to just start! I know what it's like to hold back, because you don't know what's possible.
Hey, I’m Amanda
Your Florida native elopement photographer + calm presence behind the camera
There's no reason to hold back on your wedding day
That journey taught me how valuable it is to feel supported when you're stepping into something important like this. I bring calm, easygoing guidance from planning through to your wedding day, helping you feel comfortable even in stressful moments.
To get started, fill out the inquiry form with some details about your dream day, like when and where you want to get married. Even if your concept is vague now! We’ll schedule a consultation call to go over your vision and provide custom advice for you!
Let's chat
Together we’ll plan your perfect elopement. I’ll guide you through location selection, timeline creation with “truly you” activities, permit guidance, packing lists, and vendor recommendations. I'll be there for as many or as little planning calls and texts as you need!
Design your elopement
Finally, it’s your elopement day! We’ll set out on an adventure you’ll never forget, filled with all the little moments that make your story yours. My priority is ensuring you have the time of your life while I capture the emotions and the image that will be your wallpaper forever.
Elopement day + after
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Tim & Claudia
Amanda's care and creativity was outstanding. My fiancée and I loved our photos and Amanda did very well making us feel comfortable
Madison
She was kind, professional, and very obviously skilled at what she does! The photos turned out absolutely amazing, my jaw dropped when I saw them, and I will brag about them any chance I get!
Emili
Amanda is amazing. Not only her work but her love for the craft, her patience with children and her vision with shots.
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I also assist with planning and capturing local proposals
You want your proposal to feel natural, meaningful, and completely true to your relationship. Not staged or forced. You're not just looking for a pretty location, you're looking for a moment that actually reflects who you are together. Maybe that's a quiet walk somewhere familiar or a scenic hidden spot in Southwest Florida. Whatever it is, I can help you find it. I help plan exact location and timing logistics so that it feels effortless and you can focus on the moment, knowing I'm secretly capturing it!
Naples Proposal
Sanibel proposal
Naples Botanical Garden Proposal
Sanibel Lighthouse Proposal
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