Elopement Photography FAQ

Do you photograph elopements in Washington, DC?

Yes. A Washington DC elopement can be as iconic as saying vows at the National Gallery of Art or as private as exchanging rings Tudor Place. As a DC elopement photographer, I capture these moments in a mix of film and digital—balancing timeless portraits with candid, documentary-style coverage.

As Virginia film wedding photographers, our approach is quiet, emotionally attuned, and all about the in-between moments that feel real. Inspired by documentary style wedding photography — the kind that doesn’t interrupt, but gently witnesses your day — we photograph weddings with film and digital across Richmond, DC, and NYC. Below are answers to the questions couples ask most as they look for a wedding photographer in Richmond, VA and beyond.

Eloping isn’t about skipping the big wedding—it’s about creating something that feels entirely yours. Maybe it’s exchanging vows on a quiet street corner in Richmond, VA, wandering the marble steps of Washington DC, or stealing away to a hidden rooftop in NYC. Wherever you choose, our role is simple: to witness, not stage. As a Virginia film wedding photographer, I'm drawn to the texture of film and the honesty of documentary style wedding photography. I’ll give you images that feel as candid as the moment they were made—photographs that look and breathe like your story. Below are answers to the questions couples ask most as they begin planning their elopement.

Do you photograph elopements in New York City?

Absolutely. A NYC elopement has endless possibilities—Central Park, a Brooklyn rooftop, or the steps of City Hall. As a New York elopement photographer, I love using film to showcase the city’s energy and intimacy. Whether it’s bold and urban or quiet and understated, I photograph it in a way that feels true to you.

Do you offer elopement packages in Virginia?

Yes! We offer elopement packages in Virginia for couples planning a Richmond VA elopement or a small, intentional celebration in the  Mountains.

What’s your photography style for elopements?

Our style blends film wedding photography with a documentary style approach. As  Virginia film elopement photographers, we use film for its timeless, cinematic quality, while digital allows me to capture spontaneous, candid wedding photography throughout the day.

Why choose film for elopements in DC & NYC?

Film slows things down. It makes you pause, breathe, and be present. In fast-moving places like Washington DC and NYC, film lets us capture moments with a sense of calm and permanence. It’s why couples searching for a DC elopement photographer or a NYC elopement photographer are often drawn to my work as a film photographer.