Big Sur Engagement

Adventure
Written By Flora Gibson

Katie and Shawn visited Big Sur for their honeymoon and wedding portraits, I felt so lucky to show them around Big Sur, and even with the Hwy 1 road closures from the slip-out, there is so much beauty still accessible from the north side. We had the most beautiful low fog that slowly cleared for an incredible sunset. The low fog adds so much magic to the California coast and is my absolute FAVORITE weather to shoot in.

I’m often asked what the difference is between an “adventure session” and an “elopement”, the main difference is not what you're wearing. Adventure sessions don’t include any getting-ready photos, planning, ceremony, or guests. You generally are ok giving me; your photographer the control of the locations we go to and see as our time is limited together. There are no Zoom calls or a timeline. But they’re so much fun and a great way to get the portraits you always envisioned.

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Natasha Hall and Leo Howard are married!
Natasha Hall and Leo Howard are married!

Natasha Hall and Leo Howard were married in Big Sur this week. They had a private vow exchange by the river under the redwood trees in the forest of Big Sur, followed by an adventure on the coast, which we drove up the Ridgeline I saw the moon peek out above the Bixby with the golden field in the foreground. Then we greeted all their family and friends at the Airbnb. It was such an honor to document their love.

Deetjens Big Sur Elopement Photography
Deetjens Big Sur Elopement Photography

L & P eloped this week at Deetjens Big Sur for their California elopement; they are high school sweethearts who have been together for years and wanted to explore Big Sur for the first time together on their road trip from Washington. I suggested Deetjens for its proximity to beautiful redwoods with overall charm. We started their wedding day with a quick cuddle in the cabin before having a first look in the redwoods; then, it was off to the cliffs and beach for a champagne toast at sunset.

Pfeiffer Beach Elopement
Pfeiffer Beach Elopement

J and J eloped this week at Pfeiffer Beach Big Sur. Coming all the way from Kansas City to Carmel for the first time, I was so excited to show them the coast. They stayed at a guest cottage in a house in Carmel and followed me to the cliffs and Pfeiffer beach. Most of their wedding day was full of laughter. I absolutely loved their ceremony on the cliffs as the fog rolled in

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