Brittany West Photography

07/02/2024

Ukiyo (浮世
Japanese
Literally meaning “the floating world”
Living in the moment detached from the bothers of life.

29/12/2023

Eloping isn't just a deviation from the norm; it's a purposeful choice to enhance the quality and authenticity of your wedding experience. Allow me to share my beliefs; eloping is not just an alternative but a transformative way to say "I do." 💌💖

1. Intimate Connection: Eloping allows you to focus on the heart of the matter—our connection and commitment to each other. Stripping away the grandeur, we're diving deep into the essence of our love story, fostering a more profound and intimate connection that goes beyond the surface. 💑💞

2. Authenticity Over Extravagance: In a world where weddings can sometimes become grand productions, eloping offers the chance to be authentic. We're prioritizing our story, values, and the genuine expression of our love over the extravagance that often accompanies traditional ceremonies. 🌿💕

3. Stress-Free Celebration: Eloping allows you to sidestep the stress that can be associated with planning large weddings. Instead of managing a myriad of details, we can focus on the joy of the moment, creating a stress-free environment that enhances our overall wedding experience. 🌈😌

4. Flexibility and Freedom: Traditional weddings often come with a set of expectations and societal norms. Eloping grants you the freedom to tailor our celebration to reflect our unique personalities and preferences. It's an opportunity to break free from convention and create a day that feels entirely our own.

5. Quality Time with Loved Ones: While eloping is an intimate affair, it doesn't mean you don't value the presence of our loved ones. This decision allows us to spend quality time with family and friends before and after the ceremony, fostering deeper connections without the distractions of a large event. 🌍👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Your elopement is an intentional step towards a meaningful and memorable union.
-Brittany West

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For more information on elopements, visit the link to read more-

Have you ever wondered how eloping couples celebrate their wedding day? There are so many ways a couple can make an elopement memorable

25/07/2023

Ever wondered about all the different terms for a small wedding? Read the current blog post for an explanation about the differences between a microwedding, minimony and elopement.

There are no rules against opting for different types of wedding ceremonies and that's why a minimony, micro wedding or elopement might be right for you,

25/04/2023

As an elopement photographer I have the joy of wearing the hats of multiple roles for couples. One of those roles are event coordinator and even wedding planner. I've written a list for the eloping couple in mind on how to create your perfect elopement day.

A fundamental benefit of choosing to elope is the small to-do elopement checklist compared to a conventional wedding. But that doesn’t mean you can sit back

11/03/2023

That desert sunset is the true California Gold

01/02/2023

Working in Scotland was the highlight of my year, if your considering getting married there you will definitely be in awe of the natural rugged landscape!

If you feel like a traditional wedding route is not for you, consider escaping to the land of majestic castles and snow-capped hills – elope to Scotland.

04/01/2023

Over the past summer I got to experience a few commitment ceremonies. I hope you enjoy reading all about them here- documented them here- https://brwest.com/what-is-a-commitment-ceremony/

01/08/2022

I'm back from Scotland and I have3 so much to share!!!

Whether your groom wants to pay tribute by wearing the tartan kilt or a tying the knot ceremony incorporating Scottish wedding traditions can leave a

29/06/2022

I loved shooting in the Tetons!!! https://brwest.com/the-best-wyoming-wedding-venues-part-1/

Wyoming wedding venues are surrounded by uncharted nature, landscapes that seem to go on forever with understated snowcapped mountains.

10/03/2022

16/11/2021

New Orleans has always felt like a second home to me so this article was a pleasure research and writing. I definitely took the time to indulge in creole cuisine while in the French Quarter. https://brwest.com/best-wedding-venues-in-new-orleans/

New Orleans wedding venues are one of the dreamiest locations for a destination wedding or elopement as it is one of the most romantic cities in America. The

19/10/2021

Thank you Wandering Weddings for sharing my image on your blog post!!🥰🥰🥰

These elopement ideas and inspiration is the perfect place to start planning your elopement. Ready to elope? Search our elopement vendors!

18/10/2021

https://brwest.com/how-to-elope-in-california/

Wondering how to have an elopement in California? Find how and where to have a beautiful wedding day in Cali!

19/09/2021

Nature Gives us everything for free 🆓
Nature doesn't Charge any Money💷💰💵
All Nature asks of us is that we protect it💚

17/09/2021

I'm so happy with all the progress Colorado has made with the LGBTQ community!!🌈🌈😍😍🤵❤️🤵https://www.yahoo.com/news/colorados-polis-marries-longtime-partner-031703012.html

Gov. Jared Polis and Marlon Reis married on Wednesday after 18 years together.

11/09/2021

My favorite couples bring me good boys🐶🐶🐶😍😍😁😁

04/09/2021

I’m so sorry for all the Texan ladies out there.

I'm pro-Becky who found out at her 20 week anatomy scan that the infant she had been so excited to bring into this world had developed without life sustaining organs.
I'm pro-Susan who was sexually assaulted on her way home from work, only to come to the horrific realization that her assailant planted his seed in her when she got a positive pregnancy test result a month later.
I'm pro-Theresa who hemorrhaged due to a placental abruption, causing her parents, spouse, and children to have to make the impossible decision on whether to save her or her unborn child.
I'm pro-little Cathy who had her innocence ripped away from her by someone she should have been able to trust and her 11 year old body isn't mature enough to bear the consequence of that betrayal.
I'm pro-Emily who went through IVF, ending up with SIX viable implanted eggs requiring selective reduction in order to ensure the safety of her and a SAFE amount of fetuses.
I'm pro-Jessica who is FINALLY getting the strength to get away from her physically abusive spouse only to find out that she is carrying the monster's child.
I'm pro-Vanessa who went into her confirmation appointment after YEARS of trying to conceive only to hear silence where there should be a heartbeat.
I'm pro-Courtney who just found out she's already 13 weeks along, but the egg never made it out of her fallopian tube so either she terminates the pregnancy or risks dying from internal bleeding.
You can argue and say that I'm pro-choice all you want, but the truth is:
I'm pro-life.
Their lives.
Women's lives.
You don't get to pick and choose which scenarios should be accepted.
It's not about which stories you don't agree with. It's about fighting for the women in the stories that you do agree with and the CHOICE that was made.
Women's rights are meant to protect ALL women, regardless of their situation!

Women’s rights are human rights.

03/09/2021

Thank you Wedding Chicks for sharing my work!! I love being a part of such a supportive community.

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01/09/2021

Who wants to back to Horseshoe Bend with me? Of course not now but definitely when it cools down, A LOT!

29/08/2021

Thank you Fearless Photographers for sharing my blog post!!🥰🥰🥰

So you've made the decision to have a Grand Canyon elopement, now you're faced with an array of locations for an Arizona desert wedding

24/08/2021

Thank you for the share Wandering Weddings!!!🥰🥰🥰

So you've decided to elope, congratulations! 🍾🎉 Now what? ⁣
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We recommend starting with a vision board! This will give you the space to consider all aspects of your big day, from style, location, colors, decorations, vibes, and flowers! ⁣
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Choosing to elope means there are virtually no limitations on the type of wedding day you can plan! Wahoo! ⁣
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When creating your inspiration board for your elopement, consider getting some inspiration from our real elopement stories. Each of our features on Wandering Weddings is perfect for saving to your elopement inspiration board. ⁣
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SHARE this with the one you can't wait to create a vision board with!💕⁣
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17/08/2021

It was a pleasure to be recently interviewed by a journalist from IN2TOWN Lifestyle Magazine all the way in the UK. It's such an interesting article and I loved giving more insight to my work and what drives me. Check it out- https://www.in2town.co.uk/life-and-style/elopement-and-destination-wedding-photographer-brittany-west-talks-about-wedding-pictures/

Brittany West talks about life as a elopement and destination wedding photographer who captures the most important days of a couples life

13/08/2021

**❤️👰Getting Married?🤵❤️**
Elopement and destination weddings are increasingly popular and you shouldn't be limited to the photographer, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to really pick the person to craft your epic love story whose work speaks to your heart.
What makes me different is that I'm the photographer that travels to anywhere you desire. Let me worry about the logistics, all you need to concern yourself with is writing your vows and having the best first day as a married couple!
More info here➡️https://brwest.com

26/07/2021

How to Choose the Best Elopement Photographer: 12 Questions you need to Ask

Choosing the best elopement photographer for your wedding, never hire an an elopement photographer that does any of these

14/07/2021

Your Guide to Elope in Yosemite + 2021 Best Locations

It's a dream come true to elope in Yosemite! The Yosemite wedding Venues are endless with epic views but there is one secret location...