This Ouray, Colorado elopement was one for the books. The timing was that gorgeous, in-between moment of fall and winter- with a fresh snow on the mountain tops, but still some fall foliage lingering on the trees. Warm and brisk at the same time, the with rolling mist constantly changing on the higher peaks of the San Juan mountains. This is truly such a beautiful time for an elopement in Colorado.

Ouray Elopement

We started our day together at their beautiful and quaint house, with pretty fall colors in the yard and views of the mountains off in the distance. This couple chose to do a first look, and read their vows to each other privately there at the house. It was such a beautiful moment with the just the two of them.

After the first look and vows, we all went to a beautiful site in Ridgway for their short and (very) sweet ceremony. Views of the mountain off in the background, with warm fall grasses and trees around us. Their small group of people and puppies was such a nice size for a simple yet beautiful Colorado elopement.

Colorado Elopement

Next up was time to pop bubbles, cut their cake, and explore Ouray for more mountain peak views! One of my favorite things about being a Colorado elopement photographer is the ease of the day and timeline. There is so much less pressure to stick to an exact time and place throughout the day, and it's really lovely to be able to feel that sense of freedom with my couples.

This was such a special day in the Colorado mountains for this fall elopement. Although I'm usually a Vail Colorado wedding photographer, it was super fun to travel to this part of the state again and be in a new place.

After we explored Ouray we went back to the house to sign the marriage license. My favorite part of this was having their two dogs sign the marriage license with them! Colorado is a self officiating state, so this is a popular and fun thing for people to do with the puppies.

Although I'm a Vail Colorado wedding, elopement and couples photographer, I am always happy to travel within this beautiful state to get the best locations and moments for my couples. There are so many stunning, beautiful and cute ways to capture your special day, and I am always happy to help plan how to elope in Colorado, and find the best places to elope in Colorado! I also offer Colorado mountain family photos, the best place to capture family memories together.