Elopements are for couples who want to skip the production and just get married. No guest list drama, no forced bouquet toss, no smiling at people you barely know for eight hours. Just you two (and maybe a handful of your favorite humans) doing it your way.
Whether it's the two of you on a cliff in the Smokies, a waterfall ceremony at Fall Creek Falls, or something completely off the grid, I'm here to document a day that's built around what actually matters to you, not what a wedding is 'supposed' to look like.
DESTINATION & TENNESSEE ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY PACKAGES
Elopements are for couples who want to skip the production and just get married. No guest list drama, no forced bouquet toss, no smiling at people you barely know for eight hours. Just you two (and maybe a handful of your favorite humans) doing it your way.
Whether it's the two of you on a cliff in the Smokies, a waterfall ceremony at Fall Creek Falls, or something completely off the grid, I'm here to document a day that's built around what actually matters to you, not what a wedding is 'supposed' to look like.
Elopements let you throw out the rulebook. No seating charts, no rigid timeline, no performing for 200 people. Just you two (and maybe a handful of your favorite humans) doing it your way.
I photograph elopements with the same documentary approach I bring to weddings. I stay out of the way, I pay attention, and I let the day unfold. Whether we're hiking to a waterfall or you're getting married in your backyard, the goal is the same: photos that feel like the day actually felt.
I photograph elopements throughout Tennessee and the Southeast, and I'm available for destination elopements worldwide.
WHAT ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY LOOKS LIKE WITH ME
Elopements let you throw out the rulebook. No seating charts, no rigid timeline, no performing for 200 people. Just you two (and maybe a handful of your favorite humans) doing it your way.
I photograph elopements with the same documentary approach I bring to weddings. I stay out of the way, I pay attention, and I let the day unfold. Whether we're hiking to a waterfall or you're getting married in your backyard, the goal is the same: photos that feel like the day actually felt.
I photograph elopements throughout Tennessee and the Southeast, and I'm available for destination elopements worldwide.
Preview Gallery
Timeline Guidance
Personalized Experience
Curated Online Gallery
All Packages Include
A thoughtfully edited collection that allows you to experience your images as a complete story.
Intentional planning support that creates space for presence, flexibility, and ease.
A small selection of highlights shared shortly after your elopement.
A calm, collaborative approach shaped around your connection, priorities, and the pace of your day.
+ 4-10 Hours of Coverage
so your story has space to breathe
+ Location Guidance
help choosing the perfect Tennessee spot for your vision
+ Travel Included
easy & transparent booking
+ Styling Advice
outfits, textures, and colors that complement the landscape
+ Day of Flexibility & Support
space for spontaneity, slow moments, and weather shifts
+ Planning Questionnaires
so that I know what matters most to you
+ Polaroids
curated images printed on polaroid film as tangible keepsakes
+ Print & Album Store Access
options to preserve every intentional moment
Includes:
Starting at $3200
Intimate, relaxed, and completely yours. Tennessee elopements are for couples who want the day to feel like them, not like a production. I'll document everything as it happens with an approach that's natural and low-key.
Tennessee ELOPEMENTS
+ 6-12 Hours of Coverage
space for vows, portraits, and an unhurried adventure afterward
+ Travel Included (Continental U.S.)
no guesswork or hidden fees
+ Location & Logistics Guidance
support choosing the right terrain, time, and experience
+ Custom Elopement Timeline
structured enough for great light + images, loose enough to feel like an adventure
+ Planning Questionnaires
so your priorities lead the day
+ Polaroids
curated images printed on polaroid film as tangible keepsakes from your experience
+ Print & Album Store Access
heirlooms worthy of a day this intentional
Includes:
Starting at $5000
When you’re choosing a place that feels right for just the two of you, I bring direction when you want it and space when you don’t. Your elopement becomes a story of place, emotion, and the freedom to celebrate on your own terms.
U.s. ELOPEMENTS
+ Hourly or Daily Coverage Options
flexibility for travel, vows, and exploration
+ All Travel Included
simple, all-inclusive pricing so planning is easy
+ Custom Location Insight
support navigating terrain, lighting, and local considerations
+ Personalized Timeline Support
a calm, grounded flow to your day
+ Planning Questionnaires
support tailored to your destination
+ Polaroids
curated images printed on polaroid film as tangible keepsakes
+ Print & Album Store Access
timeless heirlooms from your biggest adventure
Eloping somewhere breathtaking makes every moment feel cinematic. I help you navigate locations, timing, and light so your images reflect not only the beauty of your surroundings, but the intimacy of the day you created together.
International ELOPEMENTS
"She captured us so naturally & candidly."
Kind words
Wow. I can't recommend Cayla enough. I hate getting my photo taken but my husband LOVES photos so for his birthday I agreed to do a couples session with Cayla. She was INCREDIBLE. She made us both feel so comfortable and at ease. She had us laughing and she captured us so naturally and candidly. The locations she chose were stunning. We love our pictures so much and it was such a fun memory.
- Becca & Graeme
– Alecia & Charles
"She was absolutely phenomenal."
Kind words
My husband and I had our elopement done by Cayla and she was absolutely phenomenal. Her communication was prompt and she was extremely easy going. She went out of her way to meet me at the site a week prior to look around the location for good photo spots. The day of the event, she made us both feel relaxed and comfortable resulting in amazing photos that really captured who we are. Highly recommend.
– Janu & Neil
"She will always be our first choice."
Kind words
My husband and I have done numerous photoshoots and Cayla's were hands down our favorites. It is hard to find a photographer who makes you feel so comfortable to be 100% you during pictures and she did such an incredible job! She is beyond talented and she has photographed so many of our life moments- including her flying to VA just to shoot our gender reveal and a daddy&me session. She will always be our first choice!
Eloping is about stripping it down to what matters: your promises, your people, your pace. When you book with me, you're getting a photographer who knows how to be present without being in the way.
What to Expect
01 Send an Inquiry
Share your date, your dream location, and the kind of experience you want. Elopements are personal and intentional. This helps me understand how to bring your vision to life.
When you’re ready, your contract + retainer officially book your elopement. From there, we begin planning the experience around your priorities rather than a traditional timeline.
We’ll talk through locations, timing, lighting, travel details, and anything meaningful you want to include. I’ll help you map out a celebration that feels like you, whether it’s a mountaintop vow exchange or a quiet lakeside morning.
You’ll receive questionnaires and simple guidance so everything feels effortless. What to pack, how to plan for weather, and how to create space for the moments you want to remember.
The focus stays on the two of you. I document the experience organically: the place, the emotion, the connection, and every meaningful detail that shapes the day.
Your final gallery arrives with thoughtfully edited images that reflect the beauty and intention of your elopement. You’ll receive downloads, printing rights, and heirloom options to keep your story safe.
Yes. I offer location insight, timeline guidance, and planning support so your day feels like yours without being over-structured.
Do you help with planning?
Elopements are approached with flexibility and intention. I step in when guidance feels helpful and step back when space matters more, allowing the day to move at a pace that feels calm, unhurried, and true to you.
What’s your approach on an elopement day?
We roll with it. Weather often becomes part of the story, and some of the most memorable images come from unexpected conditions. If a backup plan is needed, we’ll talk through options ahead of time so you feel prepared and at ease.
What if the weather doesn't cooperate?
Honest, natural, and story-driven. I offer gentle guidance when it’s helpful, especially during portraits, but much of the day is documented as it naturally unfolds. My goal is for you to feel present, not posed.
What’s your shooting style?
Absolutely. Elopements can look many different ways. Whether it’s just the two of you or a small group joining you, the focus remains on creating a meaningful, personal experience.
Can our elopement include a few guests?
You’ll receive a small preview gallery shortly after your elopement, followed by your full gallery within 4–6 weeks. I approach editing thoughtfully and consistently so your images feel cohesive and true to the experience you created.
What's your turnaround time?
FAQ
As a destination and Tennessee wedding photographer, I take on a limited number of weddings each year so every couple gets the attention and care they deserve.
If you want a wedding day that feels calm, present, and fully lived, and photos that reflect that feeling, I’d love to hear your story.
Let's create
something that feels like you
