Meredith and Knox came to Big Sur for the second time this March, and we had the most amazing session in the rain! Meredith and Knox were married a year ago but didn’t get professional photos of the occasion. Meredith wanted to surprise Knox during their Big Sur trip with photos of their time together with their two adorable puppies. Knox is an accomplished singer/ songwriter and guitar player, and I’m so honored they brought their guitar along to capture that part of their story. The rain really started pouring down while we were on the coast they were such good sports laying in the ice plant among it. I couldn’t have asked for a sweeter couple to spend the afternoon with. Thank you both.

A & G eloped this week at Deetjen’s Inn Big Sur which is one of the oldest hotels along the Big Sur, California coast. Deetjen’s Big Sur elopement. Deetjen’s Inn wedding.

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A Big Sur wedding and elopement photographer’s guide “Top 5 reason’s to elope on a weekday!

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From my favorite Big Sur restaurants, venus, and hotels to permits and the best locations and timelines. An elopement planning guide, written by a Big Sur native.

How to get married on the Big Sur California Coast. Photographers guide for your special day.

I often offer suggestions to my photography clients while they are here visiting either for family sessions, elopements, or engagement shoots. I wanted to make those suggestions available to anyone on my site! Being a self-proclaimed foodie who loves good food but hates up-tight atmospheres this list will not include black tie locations although there is plenty of them in Carmel, Monterey, Big Sur, and Pebble Beach. (L'Auberge in Carmel was recently given one Michelin star and is phenomenal without kids) For those families visiting I have two kids and spend the majority of my time at the beach or river here, I’ll include my favorite fast places!