Colorado Elopement Pricing
I am so stoked that you decided to break out of the mold and plan a wedding day that is totally unique to you, full of all of your favorite things.
My goal? I help couples just like you dream up the most "perfectly them" elopement, from intimate game nights in cozy cabins, to a coffee shop date before a privately catered dinner, to a hiking adventure in the wilderness. No expectations. No rules. Just an amazing day you'll love to look back on.
So... a traditional wedding isn't really your thing?
I feel you.
With experience at this since 2012, I will be by your side through the planning process, offering my insight & expertise!
I'm your list-making, pro-tip sharing, happy-dancing, backup-planning, weirdness-affirming, adventure-loving, third-wheeling, elopement experience creator too.
Because I'm more than just your photographer...
-Allison & Ethan
Amanda is the perfect wedding photographer. The photos perfectly captured the whole day and I feel like I can easily relive it just by looking back at the photos. I highly recommend Amanda.
"The Perfect Wedding Photographer"
-Megan & Jordan
Amanda was the best decision we made for our wedding day! The photos are exceptional and perfectly capture the scenery and vibe we were going for, but that’s only a portion of what Amanda provided. She helped give us planning guidance, organization, and reassurance throughout, which alleviated all the worries we had about eloping in a place we’d never been before.
"the best decision we made"
-Beth & Dustin
We used Amanda for our wedding and she is the BEST! Our photos turned out amazing and she captured the feel of our night perfectly. She’s also really fun to hang with. We didn’t want her to leave at the end of the night!
"She captured the feel of our night perfectly."
- Kylie & Murat
Amanda did an amazing job on our elopement photos! She was incredibly organized during all the planning and sent incredibly helpful tips and ideas in the months leading up.
"Incredibly organized & helpful"
Since starting my business in 2012 and moving here in 2015, I've been helping couples navigate the beautiful chaos of planning and photographing elopements across Colorado's Western Slope, San Juan Mountains, and Moab, Utah.
I believe your wedding day should feel as beautiful as it looks—which means comfortable, stress-free, and entirely true to who you are.
Whether you need comprehensive planning support, photography that captures the story and scenery of your day, or both—I'm here to make sure the experience is exactly what you hoped for.
When I'm not helping couples, you can find me with a chai latte, binge-watching Gilmore Girls & Grey's Anatomy - again.
Hey there, I'm Amanda
she/her
WESTERN COLORADO & MOAB ELOPEMENT SPECIALIST
Couples i've worked with
350+
States I've visited
27
(and counting!) moose I've seen
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Episodes of Gilmore Girls binged
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How this all works:
You've made the decision that eloping is right for you. But how does it all work?
Don't worry - I got you.
PICK A DATE AND GENERAL AREA
We'll talk about what sort of area you're interested in, and what our calendars look like to find a date and general location. Looking for wildflowers in Colorado? Want fall colors in the mountains? I'll share my expertise with these areas to help us narrow it down.
WE COLLAB ON PLANNING YOUR DAY
I'll be your right-hand man as we journey through the planning process, including:
- Location Guidance
I will help you with location suggestions, whether you already know what you’re looking for but need help finding the perfect match, or you have no idea what you want and need help narrowing it down with you. I'll narrow down your perfect spots from my extensive Locations Database so you only have to read through your best fits, and we'll hop on Zoom to go over the pros and cons of them together. I will also help guide you through applying for any required permits we may need for those spots so you'll never have to worry if we're missing something.
- Vendor Recommendations
Having helped couples elope in these areas for over nine years now, I’ve gotten to know tons of pros to recommend to help bring your visions to life.
- Activity Ideas
From helping you brainstorm ideas you’ve never considered, to helping you with the logistics of making those ideas happen, consider me your go-to person to bounce things off of! You've never eloped before, but I've seen dozens per year and can help you imagine a wedding day you'll never forget.
- Exclusive Elopement Guide
You'll receive access to my 140+ page elopement guide so you will have answers for anything you could have questions about regarding how to elope! From marriage license navigation, to emergency kit checklists, to advice for what to wear, to choosing your lodging, and so much more - this guide is your new best friend.
WE PLAN YOUR PERFECT TIMELINE
Whether you’re planning activities for your elopement or just need help with timing the perfect sunset ceremony, I love to help my couples with creating the perfect timeline for the day. I'll create an agenda, with as much specific or general timing as we want so we can stay on track to spend the day exactly as you imagine.
I CREATE YOUR GROUP PHOTO LIST
If you’re having guests along for the day, I will help create a formals list so that we have a list of shots to make sure we’re not missing any combos on the day-of.
I'LL BE YOUR BOOTS ON THE GROUND
I'm not just your photographer. I'm also your boots on the ground so that if you're flying in to your wedding destination, or just don't have room in your car, you can still have access to things like a cooler, camping table, someone to pick up your charcuterie board in GJ, camp chairs, backpack, picnic blanket, etc.
YOU DO THE DAMN THING!
The day is here and I'll document allll the moments so you can relive these memories every time you flip open your album.
AWARD WINNING, HAND-RETOUCHED PHOTOGRAPHY
As a recognized photographer in my industry, I pride myself on delivery top-quality imagery that is hand edited by me - not AI. You'll have real human hands on every image of your final gallery.
YOU'LL RECEIVE YOUR PHOTOS
Within 24-48 hours after your elopement, your extensive sneak peek will drop into your inbox for you to share the news with all your loved ones. While most photographers deliver in 6-12 weeks, you'll receive your full gallery in just 4-6 weeks!
ORDERING PRINTS & PRODUCTS
Add on an heirloom album or purchase prints for your new gallery wall. You don't have to be one of the many people who realize after three years you never printed your wedding photos - order from your online gallery and your professional grade prints will arrive at your doorstep!
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"Her offerings not only include photography but orchestrating the elopement as well, she helped us find a location, officiant, flowers, and more. She has a really nice online portal that houses the payments, documents, vendor recommendations, tips, emergency checklists, etc. which made everything run really smoothly."
-Robyn & Jonathan
waiting not required...
After you've had the best day marrying your life partner, you're probably excited to share this new life stage with your loved ones...
That's why I provide an extensive sneak peek gallery within 24-48 hours of your elopement! You won't have to wait long for a selection of 20-40+ images telling the summarized story of your day to hit your inbox so you can share with everyone you know.
While industry standard turnaround is 6-12 weeks, you'll also have your full gallery within 4-6 weeks!
"Sneak peeks were back in less than 24 hours and let me tell you there were tons!"
-Kalee & Reid
What's it like to elope with me?
Here's What People are Saying...
"Made us feel comfortable"
“Amanda is friendly, professional, and made us feel comfortable instantly. She collaborated with us to create the perfect vision for our elopement day. When we got the photos, my husband said, “She made us look like models!” She really did. We were able to buy printed photos from Amanda’s website for great prices, too. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer!”
-Rachel & Loren
"Incredibly helpful"
“Amanda did an amazing job on our elopement photos! She was incredibly organized during all the planning and sent incredibly helpful tips and ideas in the months leading up. Plus all her recommendations for other local vendors were fantastic. She was extremely punctual and super easy to work with day of - friendly and receptive to all the locations we wanted to get photos at and gave great suggestions for how to make the pictures look good. The photos came out absolutely amazing and way earlier than we expected. She was fantastic!”
-Kylie & Murat
"Put us at ease"
"Incredibly talented, down-to-earth, flexible, easygoing, timeline guru… she’s incredible! We loved working with Amanda. She sent so many helpful emails before to help with the planning process and truly put us at ease for the day of our wedding. We really appreciated her easygoing attitude combined with her hard work and flexibility. My husband and I felt at ease the whole day taking photos because she took them with such efficiency so we could spend time staying in the moment. It is so much fun to look back at all of the candid shots she took, she was truly able to capture what it felt like to be there. The incredible energy from our favorite day will now live on forever in her work!"
- Kelsey & Kevin
Location Database
Exclusive Access to My
Based on your vision and needs, I'll hand select the best options from my extensive Location Database for you to peruse. Get intel like elevation, distance & difficulty, trail videos, coordinates, things to do nearby, and photo examples from the space!
i believe in planning your wedding your way
I’ve been where you are—planning my own non-traditional wedding. That's why I’m passionate about helping couples like you create a day that feels like magic.
We planned a micro wedding on the Grand Mesa before anyone knew what a micro wedding even was... and it showed! From venues having no idea how to handle a small group, to trying to navigate explaining our plans to guests... it was TOUGH.
I remember wishing we could just do whatever we wanted - not knowing that was an option yet - and feeling pressured into decisions because "that's just how it's done."
Even with all that, it was a great day. People's judgements and opinions all faded away and we look back on our album with fondness. Those things I wished I knew when I was planning back then are the things I love passing on to couples like you, because I've been there.
Taking that experience and that of the 300+ couples I've helped elope since, I strive to help make your planning journey as smooth and stress-free as possible.
What do we DO all day?
Elopement Timeline Example
2:30 - GETTING READY
Getting ready at your vacation rental or campsite. You help each other get ready, put on a pot of coffee, and take your time as you begin your elopement time. This is our ice breaker, so I'm not showing up at go-time.
3:30 - CEREMONY
You (and any guests you have) head out to your ceremony location where you'll exchange vows, rings, a unity ceremony and sign the papers to make things official. Share a toast or speeches to celebrate.
4:30 - GROUP PHOTOS
Spend some time taking photos with everyone in attendance in this beautiful place you've made this next step in your adventure together. Those images you'll look back at on their birthdays each year.
5:00 - DINNER
Whether you make dinner reservations at a nice restaurant in town, grab tacos from your favorite shop, hire a private chef to treat you to a fine meal in your vacation rental, or bring a picnic on our adventure in nature.
6:30 - ACTIVITIES
After dinner, you can spend the time until sunset exploring the area, hiking, fishing, taking photos with amazing views, seeing new sights, eating dessert, and spending time however you would like to most! We'll get those iconic photos and those stunning candids you love so much and will hang on the wall to relive these moments any time. Click here for activity ideas!
8:30 - SUNSET & STARS
Watch the sunset together. Eat a snack or some cake while the stars begin to come out. Stargaze and take some photos with the milky way as you end your new favorite day.
It's not really about "What do we do all day??" -- it's more like "What CAN we do all day?" You should plan a day that sounds like the most fun you can imagine: whatever that looks like to you. Star gazing? Coffee and brunch? A trip to a book store? ATVing? Overlooking a cool new park? Get excited about the possibilities!
I hear you already...
We're really not into a full day photoshoot.
honestly? Same.
You've got me all wrong if you think I'm trying to stick a camera in your face and pose you for 8 hours a day. That sounds like torture.
What I'm here for is to authentically capture your day so you can relive those moments for a lifetime. Getting ready as the nerves start to hit (I'll help you with those buttons!) The Jeep Tour ride to your ceremony site. The coffee you make as the sun comes up (I'll lay out the pastries!) Shoving your face in your cake or your first dance by the lake. The way the sunset looks on your wedding day. The field of wildflowers you walk by as your dog signs your marriage license.
It's not a giant photoshoot. It's about helping you plan your dream day - and I'm just there to capture the joy you experience by living it.
you've seen the highlights, but what does a full gallery look like?
Check Out These Full Galleries:
Jeep Tour Elopement in ouray
Picnic Elopement in aspen w/ guests
wildflower elopement in crested butte
Elopement collections
Large Elopement Collection
You'll have the full story of your wedding day covered, whether you don't want to choose between sunrise and sunset, you want to explore just the two of you AND with guests, or you want to stay out late to capture the stars.
Up to 50 (ish) guests
Spend some of the day with guests while still having time for an adventure just the two of you - you can have the best of both worlds!
Digital Files
Rest easy knowing your images will be delivered and stored in an online gallery that is accessible worldwide, and online for at least one year. Access your images any time without digging around for a hard drive or worry about losing them on a USB.
Location scouting & database access
You'll receive personalized location suggestions based on your feedback for ceremony, portraits, etc. I live and work in these places and can show you my favorite spots at the best times of day for the lighting.
124 Page Elopement Guide
Your new best friend in planning, this guide will help you with dreaming up ideas, planning your travel, having background info on our planning journey and all the A's to your Q's you can think of so you never have to wonder if you're missing something.
Vendor Recommendations
I've lived here and worked here for almost a decade and I know the pros you need to hire to bring your dreams to life.
Timeline Creation
I'll help you plan how much time you need for the activities you're dreaming of, and where we'll want to be when for the best lighting.
Group Photo List Creation
If you're having guests along, I'll create a group photo list to help us keep that part of the day (no one's favorite!) short and easy, and we'll know we didn't miss any combos.
Access to professional printing labs for high quality goods
Your online gallery will act as an online print shop allowing you to purchase professional level prints and products directly from the pros and they'll arrive right on your doorstep.
Album Design
If you order an heirloom album through me, you'll receive done-for-you album design to beautifully tell the story of your elopement day.
Exclusive booking for your date - be flexible on timing for the day
Don't worry about the weather on your big day - I only take one booking on your big day because I believe your wedding day is the most important. We can move the timing up or back to accommodate any changes we need to adapt to.
Unlimited access to my 12+ years of elopement expertise
Small Elopement Collection
You'll have a half day covered, so you can spend time at the lake AND the forest or explore a couple of different areas. Spend some of the day with guests while still having time for an adventure just the two of you - you can have the best of both worlds!
Digital Files
Rest easy knowing your images will be delivered and stored in an online gallery that is accessible worldwide, and online for at least one year. Access your images any time without digging around for a hard drive or worry about losing them on a USB.
Location scouting & database access
You'll receive personalized location suggestions based on your feedback for ceremony, portraits, etc. I live and work in these places and can show you my favorite spots at the best times of day for the lighting.
124 Page Elopement Guide
Your new best friend in planning, this guide will help you with dreaming up ideas, planning your travel, having background info on our planning journey and all the A's to your Q's you can think of so you never have to wonder if you're missing something.
Vendor Recommendations
I've lived here and worked here for almost a decade and I know the pros you need to hire to bring your dreams to life.
Timeline Creation
I'll help you plan how much time you need for the activities you're dreaming of, and where we'll want to be when for the best lighting.
Group Photo List Creation
If you're having guests along, I'll create a group photo list to help us keep that part of the day (no one's favorite!) short and easy, and we'll know we didn't miss any combos.
Access to professional printing labs for high quality goods
Your online gallery will act as an online print shop allowing you to purchase professional level prints and products directly from the pros and they'll arrive right on your doorstep.
Album Design
If you order an heirloom album through me, you'll receive done-for-you album design to beautifully tell the story of your elopement day.
Exclusive booking for your date - be flexible on timing for the day
Don't worry about the weather on your big day - I only take one booking on your big day because I believe your wedding day is the most important. We can move the timing up or back to accommodate any changes we need to adapt to.
Unlimited access to my 12+ years of elopement expertise
You've got me on your team, and I won't limit the amount of times you can check in with me or pick my brain. I'm all yours!
My travel is included
Anywhere within Colorado - my travel is covered. If you needed to book a professional 4x4 guide, Jeep Tour, or ATV rental that would be extra - just save me a seat to come along for the ride!
$5,200
Short & Sweet Elopement Collection
Explore a couple of locations that are relatively nearby one another, or enjoy 1-2 activities like wine tasting and walking with alpacas! Four hours flies by faster than it sounds, promise.
Up to 20 (ish) guests
Bring a few guests along, so you can have the best of both worlds. Keeping it small with this package is best - things take 10 times as long with 10 extra people!
Digital Files
Rest easy knowing your images will be delivered and stored in an online gallery that is accessible worldwide, and online for at least one year. Access your images any time without digging around for a hard drive or worry about losing them on a USB.
Location scouting & database access
You'll receive personalized location suggestions based on your feedback for ceremony, portraits, etc. I live and work in these places and can show you my favorite spots at the best times of day for the lighting.
124 Page Elopement Guide
Your new best friend in planning, this guide will help you with dreaming up ideas, planning your travel, having background info on our planning journey and all the A's to your Q's you can think of so you never have to wonder if you're missing something.
Vendor Recommendations
I've lived here and worked here for almost a decade and I know the pros you need to hire to bring your dreams to life.
Timeline Creation
I'll help you plan how much time you need for the activities you're dreaming of, and where we'll want to be when for the best lighting.
Group Photo List Creation
If you're having guests along, I'll create a group photo list to help us keep that part of the day (no one's favorite!) short and easy, and we'll know we didn't miss any combos.
Access to professional printing labs for high quality goods
Your online gallery will act as an online print shop allowing you to purchase professional level prints and products directly from the pros and they'll arrive right on your doorstep.
Album Design
If you order an heirloom album through me, you'll receive done-for-you album design to beautifully tell the story of your elopement day.
Exclusive booking for your date - be flexible on timing for the day
Don't worry about the weather on your big day - I only take one booking on your big day because I believe your wedding day is the most important. We can move the timing up or back to accommodate any changes we need to adapt to.
Unlimited access to my 12+ years of elopement expertise
You've got me on your team, and I won't limit the amount of times you can check in with me or pick my brain. I'm all yours!
My travel is included
Anywhere within Colorado - my travel is covered. If you needed to book a professional 4x4 guide, Jeep Tour, or ATV rental that would be extra - just save me a seat to come along for the ride!
Medium Elopement Collection
You'll have the full story of your wedding day covered, whether you don't want to choose between sunrise and sunset, or you want to stay out late to capture the stars.
Up to 50 (ish) guests
Spend some of the day with guests while still having time for an adventure just the two of you - you can have the best of both worlds!
Digital Files
Rest easy knowing your images will be delivered and stored in an online gallery that is accessible worldwide, and online for at least one year. Access your images any time without digging around for a hard drive or worry about losing them on a USB.
Location scouting & database access
You'll receive personalized location suggestions based on your feedback for ceremony, portraits, etc. I live and work in these places and can show you my favorite spots at the best times of day for the lighting.
124 Page Elopement Guide
Your new best friend in planning, this guide will help you with dreaming up ideas, planning your travel, having background info on our planning journey and all the A's to your Q's you can think of so you never have to wonder if you're missing something.
Vendor Recommendations
I've lived here and worked here for almost a decade and I know the pros you need to hire to bring your dreams to life.
Timeline Creation
I'll help you plan how much time you need for the activities you're dreaming of, and where we'll want to be when for the best lighting.
Group Photo List Creation
If you're having guests along, I'll create a group photo list to help us keep that part of the day (no one's favorite!) short and easy, and we'll know we didn't miss any combos.
Access to professional printing labs for high quality goods
Your online gallery will act as an online print shop allowing you to purchase professional level prints and products directly from the pros and they'll arrive right on your doorstep.
Album Design
If you order an heirloom album through me, you'll receive done-for-you album design to beautifully tell the story of your elopement day.
Exclusive booking for your date - be flexible on timing for the day
Don't worry about the weather on your big day - I only take one booking on your big day because I believe your wedding day is the most important. We can move the timing up or back to accommodate any changes we need to adapt to.
Unlimited access to my 12+ years of elopement expertise
Your Online Gallery
Store your full collection of images from your favorite day for a full year after delivery (with the option to add on time!) so you never have to wonder where these precious memories are or if they're safe. Enjoy unlimited downloads while it's online too!
You'll also get exclusive access to professional printing labs that only work with professional photographers, so you can order prints and products of the top quality, built to last for years and years!
Elopement add-ons
Need extra time? Add hours onto your existing day-of coverage.
$700/hr
50% off an extra session, for engagement photos or adventure sessions.
$350/hr
Top quality album that lets you relive every moment as you flip through. Click here to learn more!
8x8 Album: 20 Spreads, $600
10x10 Album: 30 Spreads, $900
Wooden keepsake box with 100 4x6 prints from your day, and a USB of your full gallery.
$300
Extra worried about the weather? Block off my day-before and day-after for even more flexibility on timing.
$2,000
Extra Time
Discounted Bonus Sesh
Heirloom Album
print box keepsake
Added Flexibility
Get double the angles and images of your day.
$100/hr
Top quality album that is a miniature of your own album, to gift to a loved one. Click here to learn more!
5x5 Companion Album (for 8x8 or 10x10 Heirloom Original Albums): $300
8x8 Companion Album (for 10x10 Heirloom Original Albums): $500
Second Shooter
companion album
We're in... what now?
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The big day & after
The day is here and you're surprised you're nervous after all this time. I will capture your day in a way that tells the story for you to relive forever. You'll have sneak peaks within 24-48 hours and a full gallery of the whole day within a month or so.
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Let's Meet
We'll hop on the phone or Zoom (or grab coffee!) to get to know each other and talk all about your dreams and ideas for the big day, and how I can help make your life easier. When you're ready to book you'll put $1k down as a retainer and I'll get to work!
Planning journey
From there I'll send you my 124 page Elopement Guide and help with location ideas, scouting, emergency kit info, permits, activity suggestions, vendor recommendations, timeline creation, group photo lists, and so so much more. I will help you craft the most incredible day, with backup plans because life is life. You'll feel like you've never been so excited or prepared for anything before.
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Yep! I travel for a bunch of my celebrations each year. I keep local near Grand Junction and Moab in the winter, but frequently spend my season in Ouray, Crested Butte, Aspen and beyond!
DO YOU TRAVEL?
I am lucky to live in Grand Junction, Colorado! We’re blessed with incredible locations to photograph right in our backyard, but also just a short trip into the Rocky Mountains or over to the desert of Moab!
WHERE ARE YOU BASED?
Yes! I cull through all the images and retouch them to my style (I like to call it vibrant and timeless!) and deliver the final images in an online gallery.
WILL WE GET THE DIGITALS?
Fill out my contact form below and I'll send over my specific pricing guide for the services you're interested in. From there we'll meet by phone/Zoom to make sure we're a good fit! Once you know I'm the one for you, I'll send over an invoice and agreement by email to save your date.
how do we book you?
Friendly and AFFIRMING! I don't just document LGBTQIA2S couples - I celebrate your love with you. I've helped lovers document their love before it was even legal federally and will always be on your side.
ARE YOU LGBTQ+ FRIENDLY?
I started Amanda Matilda Photography in 2012! Before that I second shot under some pros to get a better understanding of what went into documenting weddings.
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN BUSINESS?
FAQ
Yep! Elopements are always planned by me (unless you've hired a planner as well) and I help you with tailored location guides, activity ideas to make your day special, crafting the perfect timeline so you can enjoy every moment, Area Guides so you can explore the area like a local, vendor recommendations for pros to help bring your dreams to life, and more.
do you help with planning?
frequently asked questions
You'll have an extensive sneak peek within 48 hours of your celebration so you can relive the moments and share with loved ones. Your full online gallery will be available within 4-6 weeks after your big day.
When will we have our photos?
If you've made it to the end of this guide, first of all I feel like you deserve an award, and second of all, you're probably my new favorite person.
It's people like you who let me call this amazing life my job and trust me to help them take the reigns on creating their favorite version of a wedding day.
I can't wait to meet you and would love the honor of documenting your celebration.
♥ Amanda
Thank you.
No really, you rock.
