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  • home
  • about
    • about me
    • equipment
  • weddings
    • documentary
    • modern
    • real weddings
    • wedding contact
  • elopements
    • signature luxury elopements
    • simple unscripted elopements
  • portraits
    • couples
    • high school seniors
    • families
  • blog
  • contact
  • pricing
    • portrait photography pricing
    • elopement and micro-wedding pricing
    • full wedding collections
    • off season and weekday wedding collections
  • photography articles
    • where to elope
    • woodstock sessions
    • wedding photography timeline
    • micro weddings
    • do you need a second wedding photographer?
    • wedding photography styles
    • 20 high school senior photo tips
    • wedding FAQ's
    • vermont wedding venues
    • upstate new york wedding venues
    • managing your photographs
    • portrait wardrobe tips
  • more
    • wedding reviews
    • mentoring
    • LGBTQ weddings Vermont
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Romantic elopement photo of bride and groom in a magical Vermont setting

Story-Driven Elopements Shaped by Presence, Place, and Quiet Magic

For romantics drawn to connection and a sense of wonder



Elopements Without Boundaries

High-end elopements are not bound to a single place—they unfold as a beautifully curated day, shaped by your interests, your pace, and the experiences that matter to you. One couple might begin in Boston with quiet, art-filled moments at the Museum of Fine Arts, followed by an elegant lunch at The Beehive. From there, we wander to the New England Aquarium, stroll the cobblestones of Acorn Street, and end the day with an unhurried walk through Boston Commonbefore cocktails at the iconic Oak Long Bar. The result is an elopement that feels cultural, intimate, and entirely personal—documented seamlessly as the day unfolds.

In Vermont, the experience shifts but the intention remains the same. Chauffeured in a luxury SUV, the day might begin atop Killington Peak, continue through winding back roads and historic covered bridges, and pause for a glassblowing visit at Simon Pearce. Lunch might be casual and celebratory at a local brewery, followed by waterfalls, quiet moments in nature, and an evening immersed in the creative energy of Burlington—perhaps ending with music, lake views, and the easy joy of being fully present. Wherever the day leads, my role is to thoughtfully shape the experience and photograph it with discretion, artistry, and care—so your elopement feels as elevated as it is unforgettable.



elegant sunlit elopement photo of couple on a hillside

Your Happily Ever After Starts Here...

Vermont, Boston, NYC and Beyond elite elopement photography



A Wedding Day of Quiet Distinction

Whether you envision exchanging vows in complete privacy or sharing the moment with a small circle of those closest to you, I’ll help you shape a wedding day that feels intentional, authentic, and deeply personal — a reflection of who you are and how you wish to step into your life together.

Together, we’ll create an experience that unfolds at an unhurried pace, allowing space to breathe, to laugh, to wander, and to be fully present with one another. The photographs will be beautiful, yes — but more importantly, they will hold meaning. They will feel honest, lived-in, and enduring, preserving not just how the day looked, but how it truly felt.



high end elopement couple kissing their beloved Golden Lab at The Equinox resort

INSPIRED BY EMOTION. CAPTURED WITH INTENTION.

WHERE YOUR LOVE STORY BECOMES ICONIC



REFINED. ROMANTIC. UNFORGETTABLE.

Quiet, Poetic, Timeless

Not every photograph is about clarity. Some are about memory — how it layers, overlaps, and lingers. I’m drawn to the spaces where a wedding day softens into something more interior: the way light moves through a room, the presence of others at the edges, the private exchange happening in plain sight. These are the moments that don’t announce themselves, but stay with you.



A Bespoke Elopement Photography Experience

This is not a matter of simply arriving and taking photographs. A bespoke elopement with me is an immersive, thoughtfully orchestrated experience—designed in close collaboration with you. From scouting and flowing between multiple locations to shaping the pace of the day, every detail is intentional and personal. I work alongside you in advance to plan moments that feel meaningful rather than manufactured, and on the day itself, I’m there to guide the experience seamlessly. Private transportation in a luxury SUV, celebratory Veuve, hair and makeup, a professional bridal bouquet—whatever elevates your vision, I help make it happen. My role extends beyond photography; I curate the space in which your story unfolds, so you can be fully present while everything else is quietly, expertly handled.

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PHOTOGRAPHS THAT TELL YOUR STORY

A CURATED COLLECTION OF UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS

Every elopement has its own rhythm, setting, and emotional depth, and my luxury elopement photography is designed to honor that individuality. Working with natural light and a refined documentary approach, I create elegant, story-driven images that feel effortless and true. From intimate destination elopements to elevated celebrations in iconic locations, I photograph the moments that matter most—the quiet exchanges, the movement, the atmosphere—resulting in a cohesive visual narrative that is timeless, artful, and deeply personal.

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white glove elopement photograph of cups kissing in London

Wherever Love Leads, London

A London elopement layered with history, light, and stillness. Stone architecture and passing leaves frame a private moment within the city’s scale, where presence matters more than spectacle. The image sits between movement and pause — understated, intimate, and quietly enduring.



A White-Glove Elopement Experience

THE JOURNAL

Follow the journal for an inside look at refined elopements and intimate weddings, seen through my lens. You’ll find real celebrations, thoughtful planning guidance, and a behind-the-scenes perspective on how I shape each day with intention, discretion, and care.

These stories reflect the way I work—attentive to nuance, grounded in experience, and guided by a calm, editorial approach. They offer inspiration for couples planning elevated, deeply personal celebrations, and a glimpse into how meaningful moments are transformed into timeless, artful photographs.

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WHAT MY COUPLES ARE SAYING

“Sally didn’t just photograph our elopement—she shaped the entire experience with such care, and the images feel timeless and profoundly us...” Elizabeth & Brian

“From planning through the final images, Sally delivered a truly elevated elopement experience—discreet, intuitive, and impeccably executed....”Claire & James

“Sally captured our elopement with such honesty and care that the photos feel incredibly personal, and we still get tears in our eyes every time we look at them.”...Erica & Jake

“From the outset, Sally understood exactly what we valued. The images are refined, emotionally precise, and so beautifully observed that we find ourselves unexpectedly moved each time we view them...”  Diana & Harrington

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RESERVE YOUR DATE TODAY

I accept a limited number of luxury elopements and intimate weddings each season to ensure every couple receives my full attention. Dates are reserved thoughtfully, and once we begin, I work closely with you to shape a photography experience that feels intentional, personal, and unhurried. From refining the timeline to guiding the flow of the day, every detail is handled with care—so your elopement is documented with depth, elegance, and presence.

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  • home
  • about
    • about me
    • equipment
  • weddings
    • documentary
    • modern
    • real weddings
    • wedding contact
  • elopements
    • signature luxury elopements
    • simple unscripted elopements
  • portraits
    • couples
    • high school seniors
    • families
  • blog
  • contact
  • pricing
    • portrait photography pricing
    • elopement and micro-wedding pricing
    • full wedding collections
    • off season and weekday wedding collections
  • photography articles
    • where to elope
    • woodstock sessions
    • wedding photography timeline
    • micro weddings
    • do you need a second wedding photographer?
    • wedding photography styles
    • 20 high school senior photo tips
    • wedding FAQ's
    • vermont wedding venues
    • upstate new york wedding venues
    • managing your photographs
    • portrait wardrobe tips
  • more
    • wedding reviews
    • mentoring
    • LGBTQ weddings Vermont
    • products
    • copyright info