Wedding in the Woods - Dog-Friendly California Redwoods Elopement - Morgan + Tyler

After over a decade together, Morgan and Tyler decided to get married in a place they both absolutely love: beneath the ancient coastal Redwood trees of California. On our first call, Morgan told me that she dreamt of marrying Tyler in a forest location, but never thought bringing the dogs would be possible - until she came across one of my blog posts and realized it IS, in fact, possible!!! One might even say… pawsible. It was quite a journey, as the couple traveled all the way from Arizona to the Bay Area in order to make this forest wedding dream a reality! Dedicated dog parents, their day couldn’t be complete without their rescue pups, Duke, Prinn, and Frasier (a.k.a. Beans) by their side. Morgan and Tyler are both pharmacists by day but spend their spare time fostering dogs – my heart! Together, joined by just two of their friends, Morgan and Tyler exchanged heartfelt wedding vows as the sun peeked between the trees on a beautiful day in northern California.

Elopements, PortfolioMorgan PirkleApril 5, 2022dogs, Elopement, redwoods, california, northern california, adventure, forest, san francisco, bay areaComment

Point Reyes windswept + romantic Engagement | adventurous elopement photographer | Morgan + Tyler

Situated in Marin County just a bit north of San Francisco, Point Reyes National Seashore here has breathtaking views. It’s no wonder this spot makes a perfect backdrop for romantic engagement photos! The wind turned way UP and the sun came out just right - cue major romance magic!

Read on for information about planning a shoot or visiting Point Reyes, and to see some of my favorite photos from this epic adventurous engagement shoot!

Engagements, PortfolioMorgan PirkleJanuary 12, 2022adventure, california, northern california, san franciscoComment

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Wedding - Santa Cruz, CA - Ashley + Devon

Ashley and Devon got married beneath ancient coastal redwood trees on their one-year anniversary in Henry Cowell State Park in Santa Cruz, California. Immediately after talking with Ashley, I knew she and Devon had something SO special and rare. It was such a beautiful day full of happy tears, and big, big laughs. See some of favorite photos from Ashley + Devon’s wedding day and learn more about the Redwoods in this post!

Elopements, PortfolioMorgan PirkleAugust 6, 2021elopement, northern california, california, redwoods, san francisco, santa cruzComment

San Francisco City Hall Wedding | Guest Post by Wedding Planner Deanna Nash

Elopements, WeddingsMorgan PirkleJune 4, 2021northern california, san francisco, city hall, elopementComment

Snowy Lake Tahoe, California Cabin Elopement - Kept Record

If you’re dreaming of an intimate elopement wedding that takes place high in the mountains in a cozy cabin, surrounded by tall pine trees and just a handful of family members, you’re going to love Katie + Taylor’s snowy, winter Lake Tahoe cabin elopement! The couple had their first look, ceremony, and first dance at the cabin, followed by an intimate reception at the quintessential Lake Tahoe Lodge: Edgewood Tahoe.

Elopements, Weddings, Portfolio, FeaturedMorgan PirkleMarch 10, 2021lake tahoe, northern californiaComment

5 Things You Need to Know About Eloping in the Redwoods:

5 Tips for Eloping in the Redwoods! These tips are great for anyone planning a small wedding or elopement in the Redwoods state parks, or in the Redwoods in San Francisco, California. There are also super cute pictures of a dog wearing a flower crown, if that’s what you’re here for!

Weddings, Elopements, Portfolio, FeaturedMorgan PirkleFebruary 19, 2020elopements, redwoods, northern california, californiaComment

Lakeview Lodge Wedding at Heavenly Ski Resort - South Lake Tahoe, CA - Katie + Alex

South Lake Tahoe has mountains, lakes, and so much greenery - it's the perfect place for an intimate wedding surrounded by nature, especially if you're looking at Heavenly Lakeview Lodge as your wedding venue! This intimate wedding was classic, romantic, and so much fun. Katie and Alex’s ceremony was officiated by a close friend and they exchanged the most heartfelt vows. Their first look was unlike anything I’ve ever seen - it took place overlooking Lake Tahoe’s enormous pines and blue skies. This was such an epic, adventurous intimate wedding!

*second shot for Mindful Media KC

Weddings, PortfolioMorgan PirkleNovember 7, 2019heavenly lakeview lodgeweddings, lake tahoe, northern californiaComment

Glacier Point, Yosemite Elopement - Adam + Megan | Yosemite Elopement Photographer

Glacier Point is a sight in Yosemite that will leave you absolutely wonderstruck. From Glacier Point, visitors can take in a panoramic view of Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Yosemite’s high country from an elevation of 7,214 feet. Needless to say, it’s a pretty epic location to commit your life to your partner. The National Park System Yosemite page says it best: “Not just a great valley, but a shrine to human foresight, the strength of granite, the power of glaciers, the persistence of life, and the tranquility of the High Sierra.”

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