My + Rea’s Hiking Elopement in Colorado
My + Rea reached out to us just two weeks before their wedding date. They were living in Austin, Texas, and just got the word that they would be moving out of the country to South America for work at the end of the month. They were on a time crunch. The happily engaged couple wanted something more than just a courthouse wedding. Their idea was, “like Vegas, except cooler and more adventurous!” So they started their search on Instagram for ideas on elopements, and that’s when they found me! They reached out, we talked on the phone, and right away we started planning. These two knew exactly what they wanted for their hiking elopement in Colorado. Big mountain views, an alpine lake, and they wanted to be surrounded by evergreen trees. My loves evergreens, so that was one element that was non-negotiable! Luckily for her, Colorado is filled with evergreens 🌲 and we ended up finding the perfect location for these two love birds to get married for their Colorado hiking elopement. After just two short weeks of texting back and forth on the best dress choice for a hiking elopement in Colorado, trying to find a Hair and Makeup artist kind of last minute, and nailing down the perfect timeline for these two, it was time to get these two married.
Picture this: a first look by the river, a mountain hike adorned with evergreens, and voila, they sealed the deal and had their own private elopement ceremony at the top of the mountain. It even started snowing on them while they read their private wedding vows on top of the mountain!! Rain clouds? No problem. Vows, rings, and a dog on a leash—pure magic! Rain or shine, they were set on paddling around the lake. With a resounding “we’re here, let’s do it!” and a determined “alright, I’m down,” the adventure continued. Raindrops and all, they explored the secluded island, creating memories that made for some epic elopement pictures.
On our journey back to the trailhead, amidst the fall foliage, we stumbled upon a moose. A familiar sight for My, being Canadian, but a first for Rea. And yes, we kept a safe distance—bear spray in hand, always ready for the unexpected. Safety first.
The original plan was to catch the sunset on a mountain pass, but thick fog had other ideas. Quick brainstorming led us to an alternative pull-off with breathtaking views. My + Rea, ever-prepared, popped open champagne glasses, uncorked two bottles, and took out a special wine box. Handmade and wood-burned by Rea, it held a bottle of red wine and their handwritten vows. Couples like these, who inject their own special flair into their elopement day, make our job a joy.
Now, choosing a local elopement photographer pays off—knowing the weather quirks and hidden gems on mountain passes is a game-changer. My + Rea, your wedding day was an absolute rollercoaster of fun and adventure. Honored to be part of your journey! Cheers to the happy couple! 🥂
I love what I do….
and so do they
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“It doesn’t get better than Alex and Kelly.
This dynamic husband and wife team is talented, professional and FUN! We couldn’t have asked for better photographers, or planners for our special day. We booked these two two-weeks before our wedding. From the get go, Kelly was responsive and communicated well in all forms and they offered a TON of ideas for everything we were envisioning. Even through her own sister’s bridal shower, she was texting ME hair and makeup artists!!
They take so much initiative! As part of our events, we needed to blow up an inflatable raft to get to a small island on the lake. As soon as my husband pulled the raft out of the backpack (which they so kindly let us borrow by the way), Alex had already pulled out the pump and started to inflate the raft. They were both so patient as we struggled to get to the small island and helped coach me up the rocks from their viewpoint. As we were doing our pictures on the island, they helped comfort our very anxious dog on the main land without even asking. After we returned, once again, Alex jumped right in and helped deflate the raft and very unexpectedly rolled it up and attached it Kelly’s backpack to help carry it back for us. To me, I was just so impressed by their willingness to go above and beyond and just proves how awesome and helpful these two are.
After our ceremony and celebration, our sneak peek was delivered within a couple of days. We were pleasantly surprised that it came so fast and with so many! The quality of the sneak peek got us super excited as we got to re-live our day through the photos and emotions they captured.
Alex and Kelly truly exceeded our expectations and made our day so much more memorable. We’re so happy we went with them, and forever grateful for their passion, creativity, thoughtfulness and commitment to their profession. I wouldn’t look anywhere else – just book them!” – My
It’s your turn!
Ready to have your own unforgettable adventure?
Hi, i’m Kelly!
and i’m so glad you’re here.
Got the vision? Awesome, because I’m here to handle the rest and make your elopement dreams a reality. So, here’s the lowdown on how I’ve got you covered:
First things first, let’s pick a date and scope out the perfect scenery for your dream day. I’ve got the inside scoop on all the jaw-dropping locations, and say goodbye to endless Google searches—I’ve got a vendor network ready to roll.
Consider me your confidant, cheerleader, and the newest addition to your BFF squad (Elope, anyone?). When the big day arrives, I’ll be your adventure partner, ensuring you have an unforgettable experience that’s uniquely yours.
Planning tailored to you? Check. Access to my gear garage for anything you might need, from changing tents to picnic blankets? Double check. And of course, I’ll tell your story through award-winning wedding photography, so you can relive the best day of your life whenever the mood strikes. Let the adventure begin!
