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Adventure and Vow - Elopement Photographer

Washington Adventure Wedding Photographer capturing wildly connected elopement days.

Adventure and Vow® is a husband and wife team that photographs adventure elopement weddings. We are capture epic wedding days in Washington, Oregon, California, Utah, Arizona and Alaska. We believe your wedding day should be an intentinal expression of yourselves connecting to you, your partner and the environment.

12/09/2025

“Are you ready to adventure with me?”

They asked each other with matching smiles
as they placed their rings on one another’s hands—
a simple question carrying 37 years of history.

Lawrence + Christine had waited so long to share a day that felt completely, beautifully theirs.

Exploring somewhere new - Moab, Utah.
Just the two of them.

Full of joy, intention, and awe.

Their motto? “We do crazy.”

Which explains everything, their last minute elopement planning.
They reached out during the last week of October
hoping to plan an early December elopement—
all while moving into their dream, forever home.
And honestly?
We loved every second of bringing their vision to life.
When your heart is sure, the plans fall into place.

We ended the night beneath the dark sky in Arches National Park scattered with the Milky Way, Cassiopeia,
and the Little Dipper gleaming above us.

As we hiked back, the moon rose over the desert,
casting golden light across the trail—
a surreal, peaceful, moving end
to a day overflowing with meaning.

All day long, Christine kept saying,
“I am just so happy,”
and,
“This is so much fun.”
And truly—
that’s exactly how your elopement day
should feel. ❤️

✨ If you’re ready to plan your elopement —that's intentional, true to you—reach out. Let’s create your dream adventure together.

12/08/2025

Some stories don’t just get told—
they’re felt.

In the breath between sandstone walls,
in the grounding silence of desert mornings,
in the way love can feel ancient
and brand new
in the same moment.

Doug + Riley returned to the one place
that has always brought them back to themselves—
Moab: their refuge, their reset,
the landscape that lets their shoulders drop
and their hearts breathe deeper.

With Nyx leading the way,
they wandered through a place that holds
precious memories for their love story —
the red earth beneath their feet
as familiar as an old friend.

And beneath a sandstone arch
they once stood under five years ago with Nyx on thier first trip to Moab,
surrounded by a few souls who truly know them,
emotion rose before a single word was spoken.

Tears came from the kind of love
that’s weathered 10 years and still chooses softness,
from vows written with honesty and courage,
from the gravity of saying yes
not just to a wedding day—
but to a lifetime.

They poured sand gathered across their story—
from first Moab campouts
to the laughter of their welcome picnic—
each grain falling into a single vessel,
marking how their lives have intertwined
with intention, tenderness, and truth.

You could feel their gratitude—
thick in the air, purely present—
for each other,
for this moment,
for the chance to stand together
and claim a love that feels
as big as the desert holding them.
This wasn’t just an elopement.
It was a homecoming.

12/04/2025

Will you regret eloping?

Maybe you're thinking about it and you're excited, but there's a little voice that has you wondering if this is the right choice for your wedding day...

Welp, don't worry, we sought out that answer for you!
We anonymously surveyed 27 past eloping couples and asked them - did they regret it?

100% of the couples said they did NOT regret their choice....

Here's what a few of them had to say about their elopement experience:

“I have no regrets eloping and over 2.5 years later know it was the right choice for us. It allowed me to focus on the person I was committing the rest of my life to instead of being distracted by a large event and other people.”

“Absolutely not! We highly encourage other newly engaged couples to elope. There’s so much more flexibility than booking a wedding venue and with the right photographer & wedding pros (Traci and Bill we’re looking at you) they will give the BEST ideas and direction!”

“We spent money on what mattered most to us. We paid for photography, jeep rentals, catering, and an AirBnb. We kept it simple yet fun. We had an absolutely amazing experience with breathtaking views and some of the best wedding pictures I have ever seen. Not that I’m biased. But I am. Not only did I feel like I got to spend time with everyone who joined us, it meant so much that everyone I considered a close friend and treasured family chose to be a part of our elopement day.”

“We felt so intimately connected with each other and the nature around us. The ability to spend every moment of our day was spent intentionally with us, and our love at the center of it all was so special. We had been together for 10 years prior to our elopement, and we still felt that our love had grown so much through the elopement process and experience. The intimacy that we had created by eloping left such a profound impact on us and our relationship. We are forever grateful!”

So if you're worrying, don't.
That's kinda the thing about elopements; it's stress + worry-free.

Having the right vendors in your corner also makes a huge difference - let's connect and chat about your dream wedding day!

12/03/2025

Some people want a ballroom. Others want a dream destination.

And for Nik & Abby, that dream was Moab — red rocks, desert wind, off-roading with friends, and a wedding day that felt more like an epic adventure than anything traditional.

They got ready together in their rental home (video games running in the background, hair and makeup happening in the next room), shared a first look, and private vows before setting out for the adventure.

The wind was wild — 50 mph at times — but instead of fighting it, they embraced it. Under Corona Arch, the wind carried her veil, swept their hair, and somehow made everything feel even more alive.

From there, they off-roaded through dust storms, checking out vista views along the way, drove high into Canyonlands National Park, and exchanged their vows with their closest people by their side — standing high up on the sandstone cliffs.

Afterwards, they shared a pizza with cow-shaped pizza wedding toppers and champagne to enjoy the sunset and the stillness of the desert, taking it all in.

Their day was a collection of real moments: unplanned, unfiltered, unforgettable.

Their elopement wasn’t curated for perfection — it was created for them. And that’s what makes it something unforgettable.

Info + guides in the comments

12/02/2025

Engagement isn’t just the beginning of planning a wedding...

— It’s a sacred pause, a golden in-between, like standing at the trailhead of the greatest adventure you’ll take together.

This chapter, between dating and marriage, is meant to be savored.
It’s a season to soak in slowly, to hold close, to dream intentionally about how you want to start your marriage.

Let it be yours — blissful, grounding, and deeply connective.

When you’re ready, carve out a cozy date night to envision your day together:

• What does it look like? Where do you see yourselves?
• How do you want the day to feel—thrilling, relaxed, adventurous, intimate?
• What moments matter most?
• Do you want guests? Who absolutely needs to be there… and does being alone feel right?

Remember, if it’s stressful, it likely isn’t aligned. Come back to what matters most.

Take a breath. Celebrate this. You’ve got this.
And remember—we’re always here with planning tips, encouragement, and support.

Ready to elope in 2026?
Reach out to our team, we’re here to help you dream big and bring your adventure elopement to life. 🫶🏼

11/30/2025

Choosing your 📸 elopement photographer 📸 might be the MOST important decision you make for your wedding day… and it’s about so much more than pretty photos.

Most couples don’t realize this at first — but your elopement photographer often becomes your planner, guide, hype team, logistics expert, safety net, Leave No Trace guardian, and sometimes your only vendor.

And the wrong fit doesn’t just mean photos you don’t love… it can change your entire experience. ✨

That’s why we put together 10 essential questions every couple should ask before hiring an elopement photographer — the exact questions and things to consider we wish more couples knew before they booked someone based on Instagram alone.

From location knowledge, scouting, weather backup plans, planning support, and physical ability — to the all-important gut-check of “Do we actually feel comfortable with this person?” — these questions help you cut through the overwhelm and find the person who’s truly the right fit for your day.

Whether you’re planning a 10-mile alpine sunrise hike, a desert rappel, a kayak ceremony, or something simple and intimate, these questions will guide you toward a photographer who can support your vision and your experience.

✨ Want the full list of questions?
Comment “QUESTIONS” and I’ll send it to you — or head to the blog to read the full guide.

11/29/2025

It is Small Business Saturday!!

We just updated our landscape prints for this year, adding photos to the Alaska, Washington, and Italy/Switzerland photos.

Landscape prints are perfect for office spaces, Airbnb rentals, or simply to add some beauty to your home!

Use discount code: BLACKFRIDAY to save 25% off on landscape prints between now and December 1st ❤

https://adventurevow.pic-time.com/-landscapes

11/26/2025

Story Time!
How we chose our own elopement location...

Back in 2021, when we got engaged we started brainstorming our elopement day.

Our first idea? Alaska.
Family could fly in, we could take them on tours, and then squeeze in a big private hike for our vows. But after a few days… it didn’t feel right. We realized we were bending our day to fit everyone else.

Bill asked me, “Traci, what hike is on your bucket list that feels too big to be possible right now?”

My answer came instantly: The Wonderland Trail.

A 93-mile loop around Mt. Rainier—challenging, wild, meaningful.

We knew a few things for sure:
✨ We wanted to get married that summer (hello, walk-up permit only).
✨We wanted something hard—something that reflected what marriage can be.
✨ We wanted something that felt like us: outdoors, intentional, just the two of us supporting each other.
✨ And we wanted a place that already meant something to our story. Rainier has been part of both our personal stories for years.

So… we went for it.
A 6-day push.
Day two alone was 20+ miles with 10k of gain and loss.

It was brutal and beautiful and nothing went as planned—weather, challenges, all of it—but it was everything we hoped for and more.

It was real, raw and beautiful from the inside out.

One of my favorite things about eloping is that you can always go back to where you got married, we say that from experience.

Right after our ceremony, we backpacked with our cat so he could put his paw print on our keepsake marriage license. We later finished the full Wonderland with one of our closest friends. And on our anniversary, another dear friend (and incredible photographer) came with us to our favorite spot from our wedding morning so we could read anniversary letters and take new photos.

It's not just a location we got married a piece of us 💕

11/25/2025

What if choosing your elopement location didn’t feel overwhelming—but actually felt exciting?

So many couples come to us feeling stuck between a dozen stunning places… and worried they’ll pick “wrong.”

If this is you, breathe.

You’re not alone—and you’re closer than you think to finding your perfect place.

Here’s how to pick the best spot for your day:

✨ Don’t pick a spot just because it’s pretty.
Your elopement deserves more heart than whatever’s trending on Instagram.

Instead, ask yourself…

💛 Does this place hold meaning for us?
Maybe it’s somewhere that shaped your story… or a landscape that’s always inspired you.

🌍 Is it a bucket-list destination?
Glaciers, red-rock canyons, the ocean at sunrise—you deserve a place that feels like a dream come true.

🔄 Can we return here?
Choosing a location you can revisit for anniversaries turns your wedding backdrop into a lifelong tradition.

And a few practical things matter, too:

👣 Guest Count: Can the area safely + responsibly handle the group?

📜 Permits & Access: Seasonal closures and rules are real—know them early.

🤫 Privacy: Do you want seclusion or are you okay with sharing the space?

✨ Experience: Does it offer the adventure you’re craving—hiking, stargazing, rock climbing?

Choosing where to elope is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make. But it doesn’t have to feel heavy. With the right support, it becomes fun, intentional, and so you.

And that’s where the right elopement photographer comes in—we help you navigate all of this with clarity and confidence.

🚨🚨🚨
Tell us in the comments what you want MOST from your elopement day—adventure, privacy, epic views, deep meaning—and we’ll match you with the perfect location. 💛🌍✨

11/24/2025

✨ Do I dare say this is one of the top 4 places to elope in the entire world??

Because… SWITZERLAND. 🇨🇭🔥

If you’re dreaming of an elopement that feels like stepping straight into a postcard, Switzerland is the place adventurers fall in love with again + again — and we totally get why.

Where else can you:

🏔 Hike along knife-edge ridgelines with 360° Alpine views

🌊 Row across glassy turquoise lakes tucked beneath towering peaks

🚠 Ride a gondola into the clouds and start your vows above the world

🌌 Watch the Milky Way rise over glacier-carved valleys

🥾 Wander quiet trails that feel untouched and endlessly magical

🧀 End your day with a warm meal at a mountaintop hut surrounded by cowbells echoing across the hills

Switzerland offers the perfect blend of adventure, serenity, and jaw-dropping beauty.

It’s dramatic.
It’s peaceful.
It’s cinematic in every direction.
And it just feels like a once-in-a-lifetime place to begin a marriage.

For Joey + Kyle, Switzerland checked every box: big mountains, solitude on the water, stargazing, the chance to explore iconic trails, and the kind of scenery that makes your heart beat a little faster.

After years of exploring, helping couples plan + capture mountain elopements…

✨ Switzerland is truly one of the best elopement destinations on Earth.

🔥 And we have ONE Switzerland elopement date left for 2026!

If Switzerland is calling your heart, don’t wait.
✨ Reach out now to snag our final 2026 Switzerland elopement date — before it’s gone.

See you in late June 😉

11/20/2025

Someone asked me yesterday - how would you describe the Dolomites?

Honestly, I found it hard to find the right words. I started thinking of Disney movies to compare it to.

It feels outwordly, so different than mountain ranges here in the states or anywhere else I've traveled to.

There's something magical about the blue sky, vibrant green meadows, blue alpine lakes surrounded by rugged towering neutral colored rock walls. The cow bells bringing music to how you feel as you wonder along.

It's an adventure seeker's heaven from climbing, hiking, mountain biking all the while you get yourself way out there and can still have a cappuccino in some cases.

Like what?!

Truly a magic land. I can't talk about the Dolomites without talking about Italy as a whole - or at least the sections we saw.

Italy is romantic. The food, the wine, the pace, the architecture.

There's so many incredible places to elopement in the world, but the Dolomites may be the right fit for you if you're looking for somewhere just completely stunning in the mountains, but also a place you can settle into a romantic honeymoon to follow.

A place you'll be craving to go back to on anniversaries for sure.

If you've been to the Dolomites, how would you explain it? Tell me in the comments ⬇️✨

11/19/2025

When you're looking for a wedding day that's stress free, filled with laughter and fun - you know kids on Christmas morning vibes...

You choose to elope, in Sedona! Like Daisy + Travis did ✨

These two had never been to Sedona before and we're excited to explore somewhere new and watch the sunset, observe the wildlife and have a thrilling time off roading.

Just them two and their love.

Daisy had never been to the desert at all, but Travis loves thr desert and was excited to share this type of beautiful landscape with her, all while getting the *newness* still together as they shared private vows.

While the weather called for wild storms, the day started with sunshine and desert def put on a sunset show for them as they explored the depths of the sandstone.

Days like these, always feel like a little bit of magic, so much joy and remind you to take pause - truly soak it in and be in the moment ✨

Congrats Daisy + Travis thank you for trusting us to help you plan and capture this special day! 💕

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