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Emma Thurgood Weddings - Elopements & Micro-Weddings Professional photographer and planner for elopements & micro-weddings in New England. I have a saying: No More Manufactured Weddings!
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New England wedding photographer & planner for elopements and small weddings. But what does that mean, exactly? It's about having a bespoke wedding experience and not the prefab kind that large wedding venues copy-and-paste. It's about choosing meaning and memories over trivial wedding day formalities and customs that create stress. It's about deciding to spend your budget on experiencing your wed

ding day instead of spending it on the homogenous needs and wants of 100+ guests. It's about saying "yes" to yourself instead of the dozen or so people telling you what they think your wedding day should be.

One last magical moment from S+R's elopement day. To me, this photo represents one of my most rules about designing an e...
23/10/2024

One last magical moment from S+R's elopement day. To me, this photo represents one of my most rules about designing an elopement day - timing is everything! When I'm building out a timeline I'm not only considering when might be convenient for my couple and any guests they may have, but also how the sun will move through the location at any given time, and how different times of the day might impact visitor density. Considering all the facets the time of day will have on any portion of an elopement day is crucial to helping my couples have the best possible experience. ⁠
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I will never not love nighttime photos of my couples with the moon and stars. 😍🤩⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ...
21/10/2024

I will never not love nighttime photos of my couples with the moon and stars. 😍🤩⁠
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The wind understood the assignment! It was on and off gusty throughout S+R's chilly elopement day in Salem, but when we ...
20/10/2024

The wind understood the assignment! It was on and off gusty throughout S+R's chilly elopement day in Salem, but when we got to for some celebratory drinks and tacos, the wind was like "Oh, you're looking for some drama with this mural? I gotchu!" ⁠
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I used to be a photographer who was afraid of the dark. No, I don't mean I had to sleep with a nightlight... I mean I wa...
19/10/2024

I used to be a photographer who was afraid of the dark. No, I don't mean I had to sleep with a nightlight... I mean I was terrified of using flash! It took me so many experiments, hard weddings, and lots and lots of youtube videos to learn to be more comfortable using flash in lots of different scenarios, but I'm so glad I did because now I can take a sh*tty lighting situation that looks cool to human eyes and make it magical in the camera's eye! ⁠
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One of my favorite things about Salem is the blend of the historic and modern. I love that you can wander around some of...
19/10/2024

One of my favorite things about Salem is the blend of the historic and modern. I love that you can wander around some of the oldest colonial sites in our country and then wander through an urban downtown area with good shopping and eats. ⁠
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Gotta love a spooky season wedding in Salem! Congrats to Sarah and Ryan on their elopement yesterday! It was such an ama...
17/10/2024

Gotta love a spooky season wedding in Salem! Congrats to Sarah and Ryan on their elopement yesterday! It was such an amazing day (even though it was pretty cold!) and I am over the moon at this night time photo! (pun intended). ⁠
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Sharing one last photo from M+R's elopement day! It may have taken two dozen shots to capture this moment with falling l...
16/10/2024

Sharing one last photo from M+R's elopement day! It may have taken two dozen shots to capture this moment with falling leaves, but I don't think M+R minded the extra smooching time. 😉😅⁠
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Tomorrow I'm off to Salem for another elopement, so stay tuned for more spooky-season elopement photos! ⁠
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When you ask your family to spend the morning making eco-friendly confetti out of the fallen leaves on the property, and...
14/10/2024

When you ask your family to spend the morning making eco-friendly confetti out of the fallen leaves on the property, and it's 1000% worth it! M+R's ceremony had so many beautiful moments. From the self-written vows shared over the handfasting ritual, to the many many many tears shed by those in attendance, to the super fun celebratory confetti toss at the end... magical is the only way to describe it. ⁠
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Just sharing a couple more favorite moments from D+R's elopement day. Special thanks to the woman who let us use the lig...
13/10/2024

Just sharing a couple more favorite moments from D+R's elopement day. Special thanks to the woman who let us use the light display in her backyard for a photo op! ⁠
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THAT VIEW! 🤩😍🤩 I must've said 1000 times "I just can't get over that people get to LIVE here!" The beauty of the mountai...
12/10/2024

THAT VIEW! 🤩😍🤩 I must've said 1000 times "I just can't get over that people get to LIVE here!" The beauty of the mountains never fails to impress me and I always feel a sense of being home when I'm in them. I don't think I could ever get tired of them. ⁠
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So all that to say, if you want to elope in the mountains, hit me up! 😅⁠
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When M+R first reached out to me, they already had their location set - a small family-only ceremony at the vacation ren...
10/10/2024

When M+R first reached out to me, they already had their location set - a small family-only ceremony at the vacation rental where they got engaged, followed by an intimate cocktail reception at their favorite night out spot in Montpelier, Barr Hill. This spot was so much fun to work at and I have to give a huge shoutout to the staff who were such awesome collaborators for the event!⁠
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If you're going to do a Salem elopement, why not go all in on the spooky wedding vibes? One of the many services I offer...
09/10/2024

If you're going to do a Salem elopement, why not go all in on the spooky wedding vibes? One of the many services I offer to clients who need it is recommendations on where to stay. When it comes to Salem, there are a lot of different options, but when I found and recommended I was like "hope this isn't *too* kitschy for them!" Luckily, it wasn't, and it was such a fun place to go to and get ready for their elopement. ⁠
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The Stowe bike path never disappoints! Not only is this view of Mount Mansfield stunning AF, but the golden fall vibes w...
09/10/2024

The Stowe bike path never disappoints! Not only is this view of Mount Mansfield stunning AF, but the golden fall vibes were 🔥🔥🔥!⁠
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Golden Hour is always such a magical time, and I love the ethereal glow it gives to this historic cemetery! ⁠⁠ ...
08/10/2024

Golden Hour is always such a magical time, and I love the ethereal glow it gives to this historic cemetery! ⁠
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Congratulations to Megan and Rowan on their wedding! Their intimate micro-wedding is exactly the kind of day I love to b...
07/10/2024

Congratulations to Megan and Rowan on their wedding! Their intimate micro-wedding is exactly the kind of day I love to be a part of, and I feel so blessed to have been chosen by them as their photographer. The weather was amazing, the locations stunning, their family and friends phenomenal... and let's not forget the awesomeness of all the cute animals! Aside from the fact that I will always say "YES!" to couples and their dogs (hi Meave!), we also had a surprise petting zoo at one of the locations we went to for photos! How adorable is this baby cow?!?! 😍⁠
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Sharing a few more fun and special moments from J+K's elopement day! This past week has been a bit of a whirlwind (in a ...
06/10/2024

Sharing a few more fun and special moments from J+K's elopement day! This past week has been a bit of a whirlwind (in a good way) and I feel so blessed to be able to do this work. Helping couples have meaningful, enjoyable, and stress-free elopement days is incredibly fulfilling for me. So even when stuff is going crazy-town-banana-pants, I'm loving it. Must be the Sagittarius in me. 😉😂⁠
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Something I love about elopements is that feeling of wonder and exploration. Whether it's on a mountain or in the city, ...
05/10/2024

Something I love about elopements is that feeling of wonder and exploration. Whether it's on a mountain or in the city, there's always a new discovery, even in familiar places. Like in this photo - I've been to this park before and photographed people there, but I hadn't noticed the inscription on these pillars until yesterday - "Whosoever enters here, let him Beware... for he shall nevermore escape nor be free of my spell." ⁠
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Maybe that seems ominous, but I couldn't resist photographing D+R with this enchantment for their spooky elopement. 🪄⁠
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I so enjoy the conversations I get to have with my client couples on their elopement day. Getting to know a bit more abo...
04/10/2024

I so enjoy the conversations I get to have with my client couples on their elopement day. Getting to know a bit more about them, finding commonality, and just getting to laugh with them makes the day so enjoyable and relaxed, which is my ultimate goal for all elopement days. ⁠
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Here’s a peek at how I help make your elopement day exactly what you’re dreaming of:⁠ ⁠ First, we chat about the vibe. Whether you’re imagining a mountaintop adventure, a quiet oceanfront ceremony, or something totally unexpected, that vibe helps shape every other detail.⁠ ⁠ Next, I suggest locations to match. We’ll find spots that make your day feel truly yours – somewhere scenic and remote, or maybe closer to home, with just the right touch of magic.⁠ ⁠ Then, we create a timeline that flows. I want you to be fully present, not feeling rushed from one moment to the next. We’ll plan every part to fit your style and leave space for the moments that matter most.⁠ ⁠ In the end, your elopement should feel like your day. I’m just here to help make it happen, one awesome detail at a time. 💍✨⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #nomoremanufacturedweddings #whatifweelope #wanderingweddings⁠ #elopementcollective #helloelopement #letselope #elopementplanner #elopeinnewengland #newenglandelopement #CTelopementphotographer #connecticutelopementphotographer⁠ #VTelopementphotographer #vermontelopementphotographer #MAelopementphotographer #massachusettselopementphotographer #NHelopementphotographer #newhampshireelopementphotographer #Maineelopementphotographer #newenglandelopementphotographer

Elopement Client Testimonial - Jasmine & Joe
Elopement Client Testimonial - Jasmine & Joe

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Wondering if you should have me plan & photograph your New England wedding? Don't take my word for it, listen to what Chelsea & Byron had to say. 👇👇 #weddingplanning #weddingphotography #newenglandwedding #smallwedding #intimatewedding

I was so excited about finishing Amanda & Josh's gallery that I completely forgot about sharing their highlight slideshow. Whoops! Please enjoy some of my favorite moments and photos from their amazing wedding day! #penninopart2 Venue & Catering: @heritagesouthbury Glam Squad: @Rachelmorrabeauty Flowers: @floraldesignsbyjustine Dress: @casablancabridal from @tinasbridalnj Bridesmaids Dresses: @azazieofficial Suits: @menswearhouse Rocking Tunes, Photobooth and Lighting: @vividevent Videography: @acinematicwedding Cake: @alittlecake_ Stationery: @minted Rings: @hanikenjewelers_nyc

HOORAY! I am officially 1 month ahead of my editing schedule! It felt so good to deliver Brianna & Tom's elopement gallery today and have the relief of getting more galleries off my plate before the next boom in the 2021 wedding season.

Revisiting the gorgeous beauty and drama of Mari & Anthony's intimate wedding day at the Carriage House At Barney Estates!

So.... I'm FINALLY getting to the completing some of my editing mountains after a VERY busy May/June wedding season. 😅 Things that are cool? I can now create these slideshows for my clients in their galleries. So please enjoy a recap of Sam & Mike's beautiful wedding at Wadsworth Mansion at Long Hill Estate. #wadsworthwedding #wedatwadsworth Catering & Cake: David Alan Hospitality Group Rocking Tunes: Audio Media Solutions Glam Squad: The Colour Boutique & @Laurasmightyroar Flowers: Something Borrowed Blooms Samantha's Gown: The Persnickety Bride Bridesmaids: David's Bridal & Baltic Born Suits: Men's Wearhouse custom The Rings: OZGoShop & BryonHShop on Etsy

Finding that one person means having someone to help you find solace in the craziness of life. ❤

Some sweet #BTS

Just wanted to share some #vendorlove about Basic Invite with this video showing off my awesome holiday cards. ❤❤❤ Images of my cute family courtesy BMKent Photography 😁

Happy Mother's Day to all of my beautiful mommy-brides! These are just a few of my favorite mommy-and-me moments, but I've had the pleasure of working with so many wonderful parent-couples for their weddings. And of course special thanks to all of the fabulous mothers who made my brides and grooms the awesome people they are today!

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I love a good story; it’s one of the main reasons I pursued being an artist. I wanted to tell meaningful stories about the human experience in a visual way. As a wedding photographer, I get to visually tell one of the most important stories about life: the love between two people and the unique expression of their bond as they commit themselves to each other through marriage. My goal as your wedding photographer is to capture your day in a way that authentically represents who you are as people and the emotions and events of the day. I’ll be there to capture the moments and details that make your day special, and through the images I’ll tell the love story that exists between you and your partner.