Think alpine glow, wildflower ridgelines, reflective lakes, and that early morning light turning into golden-hour fire.
This one-day creative Field Day is all about feeling connected, your work, creativity, and the kind of storytelling that feels authentic to you. You’ll photograph real couples in real moments, capturing elopements that unfold across Rainier’s most breathtaking trails and lookouts.
Everything’s taken care of, from permits to pacing and direction, so you can focus on what you do best: creating art that moves people future dream elopements.
One mountain. Endless stories.
No one elopement is the same, so neither are these.
We’ll explore Mount Rainier National Park’s most iconic corners from sunrise alpine trails to fire lookout sunsets with the mountain glowing in the distance.
Each real couple experience is crafted to feel authentic, adventurous, and emotion-filled, not posed or over-styled. You’ll photograph full elopement stories that flow naturally through the day, from quiet morning connection to golden-hour vows.
This is about storytelling, movement, and capturing that wild, cinematic Pacific Northwest energy, the kind that turns your portfolio into a reflection of everything you want to shoot.
2 EPIC LOCATIONS – 3 SHOOTS, 2 ELOPEMENTS + 1 CASUAL SESSION
Pre-planning and Knowing the area you’re shooting is essential. Not only are you going to receive a guide on All the essentials: how to travel to the retreat, and what to bring but includes extra location based details, permitting info (which we take care of!) activities, must-see spots, and of course the best eats! It covers everything you and your future elopement couples, need to know when visiting the area for the first time!
Location Guides & Permitting
You’ll also get personal branding photos taken in the same epic locations where you’ll be shooting. These aren’t just “nice to have” photos, they’re strategic marketing tools that show potential clients you’re the real deal when it comes to adventure elopements.
By showcasing yourself in these environments, you’ll build trust, highlight your expertise, and create a brand that feels as adventurous as the couples you serve.
Location-Based Branding Photos
This content day isn’t just about the content. It’s about the connections.
You’ll have the chance to build meaningful relationships with fellow photographers and vendors, creating a supportive community that lasts long after the retreat ends. Whether it’s sharing business tips, swapping editing tricks, or finding your next travel buddy, these connections are priceless.
Plus, shooting in diverse locations will give you firsthand experience you can confidently share with future clients, positioning you as an expert in destination elopements.
Networking & Real-Life Experience
Campfire Chats & Connection
Video-Friendly Setups
Lighting Challenges for Growth
Adventure, Not Just Aesthetic
Mood-Driven Styling
Hands-On Posing Guidance
Real Adventure Vibes
Creative Lighting Scenarios
Epic Landscapes & Dreamy Locations
Storytelling-Driven Shoots
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Campfire Chats & Connection
Video-Friendly Setups
Lighting Challenges for Growth
Adventure, Not Just Aesthetic
Mood-Driven Styling
Hands-On Posing Guidance
Real Adventure Vibes
Creative Lighting Scenarios
Epic Landscapes & Dreamy Locations
Storytelling-Driven Shoots
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Build a portfolio that captures the heart of Pacific Northwest adventure, wild, intentional, and full of depth.
This one-day creative retreat at Mount Rainier National Park is crafted for photographers who want to tell full elopement stories in a single, realistic elopement flow: from first light on the trail to the final golden hour on the ridge.
You’ll shoot real couples through every stage of an elopement, vows, movement, and emotion across multiple mountain environments. Every detail is planned for you, from timeline to permits, so you can focus entirely on creating.
Walk away with a cohesive, full-day adventure gallery that shows future clients you know how to lead, direct, and shoot in some of the most epic conditions on earth.
↠ 3 Fully Styled Shoots
↠ Full-Day Elopement Coverage Experience
↠ Multiple Epic Mount Rainier Locations
↠ No Planning Required
↠ Story-Driven Content That Sells