LGBTQ+ Northern California Elopement Photographer
Hi there!
I’m Anna (like ‘Frozen’!), a lesbian/ queer elopement photographer passionate about capturing love stories that feel authentic, adventurous, and deeply personal. I’m a kind-hearted soul from Minnesota who sees every wedding as a new adventure and wants you to feel both included and celebrated throughout your elopement experience.
Cozy, Adventure-Filled LGBTQ+ Elopements in California's beautiful northern landscape, the redwoods and beyond!
Cozy, Adventure-Filled LGBTQ+ Elopements in California's beautiful northern landscape, the redwoods and beyond!
Redwood National & State Parks • Northern California Elopements • LGBTQ+ Owned and Celebrating!
No one should ever have to worry about their safety or comfort being compromised just to capture stunning photos of their most important day.
For wildly in-love & deeply queer couples who want the forest to witness their “I do.”
“Anna is AMAZING! Right from the day we met her, she made us feel so very special and paid attention to every single detail in our conversations. She really took the time to get to know us and what the day would mean for us. She made us feel so incredibly comfortable that we pretty much trusted her to capture the day as she felt best. And WOW she amazed us! She captured so many moments that hold such special memories for us, little tiny details of the day that will let us relive the joy for years. We cannot recommend her highly enough and she will the person we would want every time we want to capture memories that will makes us smile for a lifetime! Thank you Anna for being you and for all that you have done for us!”
- Aayush (he/him) + Suman (he/they)
You’re standing beneath 2,000-year-old giants, wrapped in filtered golden light and quiet mossy air. Ferns brush your legs. The world goes still. And it’s just the two of you — choosing each other with your whole hearts.
If you want an elopement that feels ancient, grounded, cinematic, and free… the Redwoods are magic.
And if you want a photographer who celebrates your love loudly and unapologetically?
You’re in the right place.
I’m Anna, a queer elopement photographer who documents LGBTQ+ love stories with tenderness, joy, and a deep reverence for the natural world.
IMAGINE THIS...
Planning a California elopement can bring up lots of questions, ESPECIALLY for out of state couples, but I’m here to make it easy.
Check out these FAQs to help you plan the perfect day for you and your partner.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
You’re in the right place because I can help you decide! If you’ve got a spot that’s really meaningful to you, awesome! Otherwise here are even just a few jumping off points:
- Jedediah Smith Redwoods
- Stout Grove
- Prairie Creek Redwoods
- Lady Bird Johnson Grove
- Trinidad State Beach
- Tall Trees Grove
- **Permits Required
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2. Will you help us plan our elopement experience with you?
Heck ya!!! Throughout our time together (be it 6 weeks or a year) I do my best to get to know you as a couple and figure out the things you two like to do together. Additionally, I send all of my couples a detailed questionnaire for them to fill out and let me know what their dream day looks like and I will do my best to make that a reality! Check out this blog for examples of what some activities are that you could do together!
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Of course! You can see more information in this blog but see an example below:
- 11:00 AM: Start getting ready at your Airbnb
- 1:00 PM: First look and portraits
- 1:45 PM: Travel to location
- 2:15 PM: One-mile hike to the location with photos
- 3:45 PM: Ceremony and vows
- 4:30 PM: Celebration picnic
- 5:30 PM: Hike to next location
- 6:45 PM: Sunset and portrait session
- 7:35 PM: Hike back
- 8:30 PM: Travel back to Airbnb
- 9:00 PM: Bonfire, drinks, and party (whatever “party” means to you!)
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4. What if it rains (or snows) on our wedding day?
Unless I have a booking already, I will always include something called weather insurance into your package. Which means, we can make the final call the night before your wedding if weather is looking back and push the elopement to the day AFTER what we have scheduled. This of course is dependent on if you have any other vendors involved and if they can do the same. We will discuss multiple back up options (including making your airbnb/stay super cute on the inside for a ceremony moment) during our last check in call! Basically- I got you!!! Don’t worry!
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In short, whatever things feel exciting and authentic to YOU as a unique couple... but while you're figuring it out, here are some ideas:
- Hiking
- Book a land, water or air tour (or heli-ride onto a remote section of a glacier!)
- Biking
- Horseback riding
- Cliff jumping swimming
- Relax by a campfire
- Chill in some hot springs to start or finish your day
- Kayak, canoe, or paddleboard
- Swimming
- Hammock hang
- Ziplining
- Climbing
- Play your favorite games
- Cook together
- Go to a brewery or musuem
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- 6. Why the Redwoods? Is it safe for LGBTQIA+ Couples?
- Privacy + intimacy — quiet trails perfect for two people who want to be fully present
- Soft, glowing light year-round for dreamy photos
- A safe, affirming environment with many queer-friendly vendors in the region
- Close to the coast — many couples do Redwoods + beach all in one day
- Epic scale that makes even a simple vow exchange feel sacred
This area is made for couples who want something meaningful, not performative.
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Let your imagination run wild as you browse through some of my favorite elopement moments captured.
Each photo tells a story of love, adventure, and the beauty of celebrating both.
Can you picture yourself eloping like this?
Let's make it happen!
Free elopement guide to help you craft the elopement of your dreams
My travel is included (no extra or hidden fees here)
Next day sneak peeks
All print rights + an online gallery
Location recommendations and scouting specific to your vision
Vendor recommendations
Planning assistance via Video Chat + Voxer
Elopement Day timeline (personalized to you!)
Permit support
Weather insurance (**subject to availability and the availability of their other vendors)
Custom GIFS of you as a couple!
All elopement packages come with the following...
As a photographer from the LGBTQ+ community, I’m here to help you break tradition but show you that your California Redwoods elopement can be anything you want.
Most couples spend on average $5,200 for their elopement experience.
Inquire to get a custom quote
"Anna is the best! I’m not a fan of having my picture taken but omg not only did she make it easy, she also made it fun! Our pictures are stunning, emotional and most importantly, they really represent us as a couple. Anna was there every step of the way, and really did her homework to make sure the day went off without any issues. She had all of the best spots scoped out, she asked us all the right questions and even ones we didn’t think of ourselves! Anna was the first person we hired during our wedding process and honestly it wouldn’t have been the success it was without her. She gave us amazing recommendations for other vendors, and supported us from day one. Snag your spot with her ASAP!"
- Jordan (she/they) + Krishna (he/him)
Picture waking up in a cozy cabin, the anticipation of the day ahead, surrounded by the beautiful outdoors, the majestic Redwoods and the person you love most in the world. That’s the kind of day we’ll create together—one filled with love, laughter, and the natural beauty of California.
Let’s make your elopement as special as your love story. Fill out the inquiry form, and let’s start planning your perfect day.
Let’s get your adventure started!
let's go!
