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You're dreaming of getting married in                                      beautiful mountains, but...

You're dreaming of getting married in                      beautiful mountains, but...

You’re worried your elopement will...

Feel overwhelming to plan
Lose focus of the most important thing – each other
Not feel special enough
Be focused on the photo ops rather than your experience
Feel rushed or chaotic

I’m here to help you craft a
Ouray elopement with ease.

I’m here to help you craft a
                           Ouray elopement with ease.

tailored-to-you

Your elopement experience can...

Feel relaxing and peaceful
Be tailored to you with fun activities and meaningful details
Fill you with a sense of wonder and smallness in nature
Create an even deeper connection between you and your partner
Be a full day of unforgettable outdoor activities around Ouray

There is no way that our day would have turned out as perfect as it did, without her.

Megan W.

Get to know your OURAY elopement photographer.

Hiker.  Jeeper.  Mountain Lover.

A woman with brown hair and a black shirt looks at the camera and smiles while holding the strap of her teal colored backpack.

I know how overwhelming it feels to plan an elopement, which is why I’ve created a process that will help you craft a meaningful celebration with ease.

My expertise as a Ouray elopement photographer has developed from:

Work with me

Let's go to the mountains!

Helping eloping couples connect with each other, feel a sense of wonder in nature, and experience a day full of peace is my true passion.

More than 18 years of outdoor adventures in the Ouray area which gave me an appreciation for nature and recreating responsibly.

Extensive trip planning experience (major travel enthusiast here!), which has honed my skills at designing incredible elopement adventures.

Over 16 years of photographing couples, which has sharpened my eye for creating artistic images that work in harmony with nature. 

What I’ve gathered from all my time in these mountains is to appreciate and seek out the peaceful moments and unique experiences that nature has to offer, which is how I like to approach elopement planning as well.

Get to know your Ouray
Elopement photographer

She made us both very comfortable during the photos, and the end results are unbelievable.

Maddie L.

How it works

with your

Ouray Elopement Photographer

with your Telluride Elopement Photographer

Step 1

Contact Me

Fill out my contact form so we can schedule a call. When we chat, I’ll get to know your vision and give you a custom plan to bring it to life. 

Step 2

Let's Craft Your Day

As your Ouray elopement photographer, I’ll… 
  • Walk you through my straightforward planning process to remove your overwhelm
  • Research the best Ouray area locations, saving you time
  • Suggest ways to personalize your celebration so it feels fun & meaningful
  • Craft a timeline so your day is peaceful + relaxing 
  • Use my expertise to bring it all together for your dream Ouray elopement

Step 3

Enjoy the Experience

Now you can…
  • Relax and be in the moment with each other
  • Truly enjoy your adventure and be in awe of the nature around you
  • Feel comfortable and have fun as I document your memories

contact me to get started

An eloping couple kisses with a mountain in the background and signs that say just married on their backpacks.

- Dane S.

Breathtaking photos

To call Julie just an elopement photographer does not do her justice. She does so much more than simply take photographs. Julie helped us build a day we will never forget, one where we could actually be present and be ourselves. 

Julie immediately impressed us with the level of due diligence she brought to creating our ideal adventure elopement. She got to know us, placed calls to vendors, scouted out locations, and responded attentively to our questions. When she shared possible elopement spots for us to choose from, we could tell she had indeed listened to our needs and wants. 

Julie was so personable and down to earth that by the time she started taking photos, she already felt like a trusted friend. The day was about as perfect as we could have ever dreamed. We are so delighted by how breathtaking Julie’s photos turned out. Her artistic eye and ability to capture and create such truly genuine and intimate moments really shined through in her work. And that’s what you get when you hire Julie—not just a great photographer, but also an enthusiastic planner, a seasoned guide, and a good friend. 

You Deserve A Photographer WHo

cares about your elopement experience

Just as much as you do.

As a Ouray elopement photographer, I understand that you want to feel deeply connected to your partner while enjoying the peace and beauty of nature on your wedding day. But without the right photographer, the focus could shift to all the wrong things: only capturing the Instagramable shots, going through a list of trendy and awkward poses, and rushing from one thing to the next – leaving you exhausted and unfulfilled. 

A couple walks down a 4x4 road in the mountains of Ouray, Colorado towards their white Jeep parked on the hill.

nature is more than just a photo op.

I believe eloping outside isn’t just about getting amazing photos – it’s also about the experience of actually being there. Nature is more than just a photo op, it’s what provides you with an intimate and peaceful space where you can truly connect with each other. Your Ouray elopement allows you to be in awe of the nature around you, from the grandest landscape to the tiniest aspen leaf.

A couple looks out over fog on an alpine lake at sunrise in the mountains

Is this the kind of

experience

you want?

Contact Me

Is this the kind of experience you want?

Contact me so we can craft a meaningful celebration where you can truly connect with each other, feel a sense of wonder in nature, and experience a day full of peace.

Not only does she care about the pictures, but she cares about US as people!

Miranda S.

Ouray Elopement Photographer & Planner PAckages

for elopements             in the ouray, Colorado area

anywhere

All elopement packages include:

Elopement Photography Coverage

  • Options of half day, full day, and multi-day photography coverage

  • Photographer travel to anywhere in Colorado

  • A fun photo experience where you feel comfortable, relaxed, and connected

Unlimited Planning Assistance

  • Personalized location suggestions + scouting

  • Guidance navigating public lands permits

  • Creative suggestions on how to personalize your celebration

  • Custom elopement day timeline planning

  • Recommendations of the best elopement vendors

  • Coordination before + during elopement

  • Backup plans ready to go for your day

  • Packing + prep list customized for your adventure

  • Marriage license advice + officiant or witness signature

  • Assistance with finding travel lodging

  • Access to my stash of adventure + elopement gear

  • Leave No Trace education + eco-friendly tips

Incredible Photos to Remember Your Experience

  • Preview photos within the first week

  • Hand-edited, high-resolution digital files within 8 weeks

  • An online gallery for sharing + downloading photos worldwide

  • Printing rights to all photos

  • Professional quality prints, canvases, and albums available for purchase

Elopement packages start at $5400 for single day adventures and $9400 for multi-day adventures.

For detailed prices, please contact me.

contact me for detailed pricing

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Julie Haider is an adventure elopement photographer & planner based in New Mexico and photographing destination elopements worldwide.