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INTIMATE WEDDINGS
& ELOPEMENTS

The INTIMATE EXPERIENCE

Intimate weddings and elopements are all about what truly matters — your love, your story, and the quiet magic of the moment. Without the pressure of a big event, you’re free to be fully present.

With a relaxed yet intentional approach, intimate weddings allow for genuine emotion and unscripted moments while crafting imagery that feels elevated, timeless, and true to who you are. Balancing romance with refined simplicity, our goal is to preserve your story in a way that feels effortless and deeply personal. With a focus on natural light, honest emotion, and thoughtful compositions, we aim to create timeless imagery.

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MEET PHOTOGRAPHER

Hi, I’m Kelly — the heart behind Intimate Wedding Collective. For over 15 years, I’ve been capturing love stories that unfold.

Inspired by nature, emotion, and the quiet beauty of connection, I bring not just my camera, but my heart to every wedding.

Let’s create something that feels like you — honest, beautiful, and unforgettable.

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Seamless CELEBRATIONS, THOUGHTFULLY Guided

YOUR DAY, SUPPORTED EVERY STEP OF THE WAY

At Intimate Wedding Collective, we’re not just here to photograph your day — we’re here to support you & guide you in creating something truly magical.

We believe you should feel empowered and inspired — not overwhelmed.

Because your wedding deserves more than just pretty pictures — it deserves to feel like you from start to finish.

Intimate Wedding Collective

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    • Planning for Elopements

    • Guidance & Vendor Recommendations

    • Styling & Design Tips

    • Detailed questionnaire & welcome consultation 

    • Customized personalized vision board  

    • Timeline of Events: Create a detailed list of the day

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    • Preferred Vendors & Venues: Access our curated list of trusted partners specific to Intimate weddings & Elopements. 

    • Legal & Marriage Guides & Guidance for permits.

    • Specialized Activities & Guides for Destination Elopements 

    • Unlimited Communication  

THOUGHTFULLY TAILORED TO YOUR DAY, YOUR PACE, YOUR STORY.

Collections Made Just for You

 Collections and services are customized to meet the couple’s specific needs. Hours can be adjusted accordingly. 

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WEDDING & ELOPEMENT

    • Locations include Big Sur, Napa Valley, San Francisco City Hall, Santa Barbara City Hall

    • 1-3 hours  

    • Up to 15 guests

    • Welcome Consultation

    • Bespoke Planning  

    • Professionally edited in my signature style

    • An Online gallery & store including all Retouched High-Resolution Images available for download, Print Release

    • Wedding Portrait Collection

    • Includes in 1- 11x14 Mounted Fine Art Print, 2 -8 x10, 2 -5x7 Gift Prints

    • Welcome Consultation

    • Bespoke Planning

    • Up to 8 hours of wedding coverage

    • Up to 30 Guests

    • Professionally Edited in Signature Style

    • Online gallery for easy viewing and sharing

    • Full Resolution Available for download

    • Portrait Collection including 1 - 11×14 Mounted Fine Art Print, 2- 8×10 Gift Prints & 2 5×7 Gift Prints

    • Welcome Consultation

    • Up to 8 hours of wedding coverage

    • 2 Photographers

    • 50- 75 Guests

    • Professionally Edited in Signature Style

    • Online gallery for easy viewing and sharing

    • Full Resolution Available for download

    • Portrait Collection including 1 - 11×14 Mounted Fine Art Print,

      2- 8×10 Gift Prints & 2 5×7 Gift Prints

  • 1. Rehearsal Dinner / Welcome Party

    • 1-2 Hours Coverage

    2. Wedding Day Coverage

    • Starting at 8 Hours Coverage

    3. Day-After Session (or Day-Before)

    • Adventure session

    • Sunrise session

    • Beach / cliff / vineyard portraits

    • “Just married” session

    This adds editorial, relaxed, nature-forward images your couple can’t get on the busy wedding day.

    Perfect for Big Sur, Carmel, Napa vineyards, and destination weddings.

    4. Coverage of Additional Events


    Depending on the couple, weekend coverage often includes:

    • Pool party / brunch

    • Wine tasting

    • Family gathering

    • Dinner party

    • Cultural ceremonies

    • Welcome cocktails

      *Customize your weekend

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ENGAGEMENT & PROPOSAL

    • Local & Destination locations Available

    • 2- 3 hours coverage 

    • Portrait Collection 

    • An Online gallery & store including all Retouched High-Resolution Images available for download, Print Release

    • Portrait Collection including 1 - 11x14 Mounted Fine Art 

    • SESSION- add on wedding day

    • 1 hour session

    • Boudoir Photography is the Art of Glamorous, beautiful images of you. This is a great gift for your significant other, but it’s also a celebration of you, your womanhood, your beautiful body and your sense of spirit.

    • We will plan a beautiful boudoir session on wedding day

    • ** Contact for Boudoir Collection Guide, Available as part of an Intimate wedding & elopement.

    • Engagement Sessions 

    • Proposal Sessions 

    • Rehearsal Dinner Coverage

    • Bridal Boudoir Sessions 

    • Luxury Picnics

    • Adventure Day Photographs

    • 2nd Photographer

    • Additional Hours – Hourly Rate 

    • Larger Wedding Coverage Available at Request 

    • Weekend Event Photography Coverage

    • Professional Albums

    • Prints

    • Canvas

    • Frames & Wedding Products available in Online Store

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SOMETHING THAT LASTS

Let's Create

I’d love to hear your story and bring your vision to life — whether it’s your wedding day, a meaningful milestone, or a quiet, intimate moment. Let’s capture it with honesty, beauty, and heart.

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