“We are so overjoyed with our day! It really couldn’t have gone any more perfect.”
– Jane & Brett
Elopement Overview
Why they chose to elope
“Eloping fits both of our personalities well as we are fairly private and the idea of throwing a major event sounds more stressful than anything. This gives us the chance to focus more on celebrating each other and also combine with our love of the outdoors!”
What they were dreaming of & scenery requests
- 4×4 to access the harder to reach places
- mountain peak views
- some type of water – lakes, waterfall
- privacy, and views being the most important
When it was all said and done
Wow! We just love these photos! They capture the day so well. I can’t believe how stunning some of them are. Brett and I are having a hard time picking out our favorites!!
We are so overjoyed with our day! It couldn’t have gone any more perfect.
We’re back at home now and back to work. But we are already trying to come up with an excuse to visit Grand Junction.
Jane & Brett
What I did for them
- 6 location suggestions for them to choose from
- Gave them a customized 3D Map of all of the locations I suggested. Showing exact hiking trails, highlighting the route, distance and elevation gain
- Boots on the ground location scouting to make sure the 4×4 road hadn’t changed since the last time i’d been there
- Pulled permits for eloping on public lands
- Personalized a list of vendors in the southwest Colorado area that specialize in adventure elopements
- Jane was having a hard time deciding between two hair & makeup artist so I reached out to past couples and planners who worked with each of them to gather more reviews to help her make her decision
- Helped them with which Clerk & Recorders office they should get their marriage license from, and made sure they had their appointment set up
- Ordered a charcuterie board from a local vendor in my town, picked it up, and brought it with me to their elopement
- Created a timeline including a first look, stopping at a waterfall, a lake, a few overlooks along the 4×4 road, and timing the sunset just right so we were back down off the 4×4 road before dark, ending with astrophotography
- Sneak peek of 55 pictures delivered 2 days after their elopement, final gallery delivered at ~6 weeks
- Free 44 Page wedding album design, and yes they did order it! Their exact words… “We love the albums so much! WOW it’s really everything we could dream of.”
Behind the Scenes
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Jane + Brett’s Elopement Pictures
Vendors that helped bring this Ouray Elopement to Life
Taste of Palisade provided the couples cheese board
Jane’s Boots: Thursday Boots
Brett’s Suit bought from Bert & Jess Clothiers
Jane’s Ouray Elopement Dress bought from Ann Matthews Bridal
Beautiful Ouray Elopement florals by Alpenglow Growers based out of Montrose, CO
Ouray Elopement Bridal Hair and Make Up done by the very talented Danni Watkins Southwest Hair and Makeup
Ouray Elopement Photography by yours truly, Kelly Shoul of In Love and Adventure
It’s your turn!
Ready to have your own unforgettable Ouray Colorado elopement?
Hi, i’m Kelly!
your ouray elopement photographer
Hey there! I’m Kelly, your ultimate adventure elopement guide and photographer. Passionate about embracing life’s adventures, I’ve spent years exploring the wild landscapes of Colorado and Utah, making them my home and playground.
As an avid lover of the outdoors and a fellow elopement enthusiast (I eloped back in 2016!), I understand the desire for a wedding day that’s as unique and adventurous as your love story. That’s why I’m here to help brave couples like you create unforgettable elopement experiences that go beyond the ordinary.
With a background in photography and a knack for adventure, I’m not just your photographer—I’m your confidant, cheerleader, and new best friend. From helping you choose the perfect location to ensuring you have everything you need for an unforgettable day, I’ll be with you every step of the way.
So if you’re ready to ditch the traditional wedding and dive into the world of adventure elopements, I’m here to make it happen. Let’s plan your dream elopement together and create memories that will last a lifetime!
