Shell Creek Photography

Name: Shell Creek Photography
Address: 37047 US Highway 550, Montrose, CO, 81403, US
Telephone: (402) 615-3061
Price range: $$$$

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Creating adventurous elopement experiences for couples who want bold + colorful images Hey, I’m Malachi! Contact me to get started!

I specialize in elopement photography & help couples create the most amazing wedding days in nature. I include planning assistance with every elopement to help you find amazing locations, the best vendors, coordination of permits, & so much more.

11/21/2024

Thinking about eloping in Moab? Well now is the time to plan! April & May are prime times for eloping in Moab & I do have availability in Moab this spring! You've probably seen Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, & Dead Horse Point State Park as elopement locations in Moab but there is soooo much more to this red rock desert! If you want to elope in some far location that's off the beaten path, the greater Moab area has miles & miles of less explored areas.

Terry & Rose fell in love with so many locations I suggested to them, that they ended up doing two days in Moab! With 2 sunrises & two sunsets so we could make the best of their time in the desert & go to all of these epic desert locations for their elopement.

Want to elope in Moab? I have availability for 2 elopements this April & May in Moab! And just FYI, filling out the contact form on my website is the best way to get in touch. 😉

11/20/2024

This year, I felt like I spent a lot of time chasing fall (and the fall colors), that’s one of the things I love most about being a traveling elopement photographer. I get to experience so many unique locations, seasons, & weather while capturing incredible wedding days like this one. Travel fuels me– I’ve never been someone who can stay in one place for long without feeling a bit restless. The world is too big & too wonderful to not explore & I feel so fort that this is what I get to do for a living! The world is too big & too wonderful to not travel & I just wanted to say that I love that I get to do this for a job!

11/19/2024

I was lucky enough to be in the right spot at the right time with a couple to capture this incredible moment of this plane flying over the Tetons during their elopement in Jackson, Wyoming. Excited to be back in the Tetons this spring for some elopements in Wyoming!

11/04/2024

It was sooo much fun teaching at this year’s Love On Earth Workshop in Port Angeles & Olympic National Park! From marketing techniques, SEO, posing, editing, website building, & more, every workshop is always so much fun & it’s great to see both returning people & new attendees.

I just love these photos too! It just goes to show you can move, run around, & just have fun together & get great photos like these that show your personalities. More photos are definitely coming! 🙌🏼

11/03/2024

Adventuring around with & .alyssa.k today was sooo fun! We got to explore all around one of my favorite national parks— Olympic National Park in Washington. There’s so much variety here & I just love everything from the beaches to the lakes to the forests & mountains.
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10/26/2024

I’m grateful for couples like this who trust me to capture everything— from life’s big moments like your weddings & elopements to the everyday memories that make being with your person so special.

I’ve been busy with catching up on the editing from this busy summer & fall, & have been prepping for next year. 🙌🏼 Next year I’ll be in Colorado, Washington, Northern Arizona, Moab, & the Tetons. If you want priority on locations & dates, be sure to reach out sooner rather than later!

10/11/2024

Thinking of planning an elopement in Breckenridge? There’s a lot of reasons so many people fall in love with this mountain town, including locations like this where you can get married out in nature.

Breckenridge is great because it’s a relatively short drive into these mountains from the Denver airport & there are a number of locations to choose from that are easy to access for guests & family. It’s also easy to find lodging & large airbnbs that can hold you + all of your guests!

This fall elopement shows off the dusting of snow the mountains can have along with the colors of the aspens, but it’s also a decent spot for lush greenery & wildflowers in the summer. And while I am partial to western Colorado & the San Juan Mountains for elopement locations, I do still love Breckenridge!

And if you’re still exploring elopement locations, I travel– a lot! The main states I work in include Colorado, Washington, Oregon, Utah, Montana, Wyoming, & Arizona but I’m traveling to new places all the time.

10/02/2024

Happy first anniversary to Patrick & Kristen! They spent their elopement exploring Arches National Park & Moab last fall. We got such good weather in the desert with a great sunset!

09/24/2024

When you include your dog in your wedding day, why not have dinner with them too! If you need tips for how to include your dog in your wedding day, I've got you covered...

• Have a dedicated person who is responsible for your dog besides the two of you or include them for only part of your day, then have a dog sitter. This cuts down on the stress of having to entertain them & make sure they behave alllll day long.

• Be sure you research & book dog friendly places. From your hotel or airbnb to your wedding venue or elopement location, be sure everything is dog friendly because not all places allow dogs (even outdoor areas).

• Know your dog. Does your dog get stressed, are they high energy, will they take off after a squirrel, do they get motion sick in a car? These are all things to know & prepare for!

• Depending on your dog & the structure of your day, it can be good to tire them out with a walk or puzzle toy beforehand, or even ask your vet about calming meds.

• Bring toys, treats, & let your photographer know what sounds or words get your dog's attention! This will help with photos.

• Remember to let them be a dog. Your dog may get bored sitting in one spot all day. If you can, have someone walk them, play with them, & give them time to just be a dog & even just get candid photos.

I love dogs & love when people include their dogs during their wedding days. And if you have any other questions or need more ideas, that's what I'm here for!

09/23/2024

It's finally starting to cool down here in the mountains & across the country. Fall can be really nice in the mountains for a little bit but then it just gets bitter & cold after early October & the leaves on the trees have usually all dropped off. But that just means it is desert season! From fall to early winter is a great time to get married in places such as Moab, Joshua Tree, Alabama Hills, Sedona, & Phoenix. 🌵

09/22/2024

Fall is definitely in the air. Here in the mountains, the nights are crisp & the leaves are starting to change color. I always welcome fall & the cooler temperatures & "cozy weather" but I also always have a hard time saying goodbye to summer. That's why I end up splitting my time between the mountains & deserts so much! I just love both areas & both seasons & want to hang on to it all for as long as I can.

09/21/2024

Here's to the weekend! 🥂 Wishing everyone a great weekend, just as incredible as this couple's wedding celebration in Crested Butte!

09/20/2024

Leave the crowds behind & embrace the wild beauty of untouched landscapes. When you choose to elope in a less-traveled spot (like this!), you get more than just stunning views—you create an intimate, personal experience that’s all your own. 🌿

09/19/2024

Just in case (& so you don't have to ask), YES! Your pets are totally welcome at your wedding or elopement day. Not just dogs but also cats, birds, horses, or whatever else furry, feathered, or scaled pets you want to bring along. 🐕 🐴 🐈 🦜 🦎

09/18/2024

What do you do if there is bad weather on your wedding or elopement day? Well, you may have heard the saying that "there's no bad weather, only how you prepare for it".

Being prepared with backup plans, a good mindset, the right clothes, & the right gear can make alllll the difference. If you are having an outdoor wedding or an elopement in the outdoors, you really need to have a good mindset even when faced with less-than-ideal weather conditions.

However, what if the forecast is particularly unfavorable or you simply desire the best possible weather? This is where my flexible scheduling options come into play, which you can think of as a form of "weather insurance"! I intentionally keep my calendar open and avoid back-to-back bookings, allowing me the freedom to move your date to one with more favorable weather conditions at no additional cost!

09/17/2024

What level of adventure are you down for?! Because I'm up for anything! Whether it's scaling a peak to reach the top before sunrise or having a chill outdoor wedding at an easy to access overlook in a national park, the level of adventure is up to you!

09/16/2024

Having a nice picnic for your elopement is a really fun way to make your day feel special. In certain places such as campgrounds & dispersed camping sites, you can even set up chair & a table like this! Celebrate with a toast of champagne to the epic day you just had & enjoy some of your favorite snacks, foods, & deserts. A great time for a picnic like this is a bit after sunrise for a breakfast/brunch picnic if you're having a sunrise elopement, or just before sunset photos if you're having a sunset elopement. You could even have a meal outside after dark with candles, lanterns, and/or string lights!

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37047 US Highway 550
Montrose, CO
81403

Telephone

(402) 615-3061

Website

https://www.shellcreekphoto.com/

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Looking for ideas of national parks you can get married in? These 5 underrated parks all have beautiful locations for intimate weddings & elopements! Pro tip: don’t get stuck on getting married in a national park. Sometimes you can find areas that are just as beautiful or even better, right outside the park boundaries! ☀️ Death Valley National Park: full of unique desert landscapes including mountains, geological formations, & sand dunes. One of the best winter elopement spots if you want warmer weather. 🏜️ Canyonlands National Park: miles upon miles of vast overlooks & winding canyons carved through the red rocks of Moab. Plenty to explore whether you want easy to access spots or adventure. 🏔️ Great Sand Dunes National Park: the tallest Sand Dunes in North America can be found in Colorado. Beautiful views of the surrounding mountains & dunes that look straight out of a movie. 🌊 Olympic National Park: a lush national park where can you find mountains, coastal areas, & beautiful temperate rainforests. Lots of fun places to explore & small coastal towns to visit. 🌄 Black Canyon of the Gunnison: a lesser known national park that holds a special place in my heart. Steep canyon walls made up of beautiful layers of rock. Do you have a favorite? I have to say that I just LOVE Olympic. The greenery + mountains + ocean all in one location? Count me in!

Super 8mm film is such a unique & special medium for capturing memories like this. Whenever I see something recorded on super 8mm, there’s just something about it that give me a warm fuzzy feeling inside. The film is so perfectly imperfect & every single thing you record on it is unique. You can mimic this style of videography & the way the film looks all you want, but there’s nothing like the real deal! #super8 #super8film #super8mm #super8wedding #super8weddingfilm #weddingvideography #californiawedding

Stay true to what you want for your wedding day & you’ll have the best time! Even if that means doing something less traditional that your family may not understand.

Whatever you do, be sure to take some time to just have FUN during your elopement day! 🙌🏼 #elopement #mountainelopement #coloradoelopement #coloradoelopementphotographer #gif #breckenridge #breckenridgecolorado #breckenridgeelopement #breckenridgewedding #lanterns #coloradolife #destinationelopement #destinationwedding #sunsetelopement #dancing #momentsovermountains #lookslikefilmweddings #junebugweddings #photobugcommunity

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Specializing in elopements & intimate weddings

Hey! My name is Malachi & I am so glad you are here! I am a photographer with a love for color specializing in weddings & elopements, although I also enjoy photographing adventure sports, families, & high end realty occasionally as well. I usually call Colorado my home but I am always on the go!

My style of photography is very bright, colorful, and most of all- HAPPY! Life is hard and you deserve amazing photos of you having fun. Read more about me on my website: www.shellcreekphoto.com