We’re an eclectic crew of rebels and creatives with an affinity for bringing unconventional and intimate elopements to life. We specialize in helping you have a truly together experience on your wedding day—without the rush, fuss, or outdated traditions.
Just like you, we’ve never quite fit the mold. Our unorthodox ideas and jagged edges have gotten us into trouble a time or two—but they’ve also sparked endless adventures and some wildly exciting times. And if there’s anything we’ve learned from living outside the box, it’s that staying true to you—your values, beliefs, ideas, and loves—is the foundation for a life well lived.
That’s what we hope to create for you. A space where you can be unapologetically you on the day you say “I do.”
8
400+
140+
17
years experience
couples served
ELOPEMENTS
states + countries
8
400+
140+
17
years of experience
couples served
ELOPEMENTS
states + countries
To chart something means to be the first—to discover, map out, explore. And when we thought about what we wanted for our couples, that was exactly it. We want you to feel brave enough to be the first—the first in your circle to elope, the first to find and wed in a new location, and the first to experience a day crafted especially for the two of you.
"Picking a wedding photographer can be overwhelming, so let me make this decision easier for you…Book Allison!! She is professional, talented, and just a wonderful person. Early in the planning process, my husband and I decided to do a destination elopement but had no idea how to make that dream a reality. At the time, we were living in Chicago but wanted to get married in Sedona. The first time we spoke with Allison, she had great ideas on locations and how to make the day something truly unique to us. Allison helped us every step of the way. We met in-person for the first time on the actual wedding day but it instantly felt like we had been friends for years. She has such an amazing positive energy and was delightful to be around. It truly felt as though we were on a fun adventure with a good friend. And it goes without saying, her work is phenomenal! We had the most amazing time working with Allison and can’t thank her enough for making our wedding dreams come true!"
- Kelly and Kevin
"Our elopement experience with Allison was amazing! She was knowledgeable, responsive and personable from booking to receiving our photos. Allison had a ton of great resources for us to reference while planning our elopement which was super helpful. Something we really appreciated was the detailed information she provided on trails to help us decide on a location for our ceremony. We were able to choose a spot that was just right for us. Our location at Mt. Rainier was breathtaking, secluded and accommodating for our small group of guests. On our wedding day, Allison kept us on schedule, made us feel comfortable and was upbeat the entire time. We were absolutely amazed when we got our photos back! They were everything we were hoping for and more. Our day was beyond perfect and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. If you’re looking for a photographer that is talented and enthusiastic, you can’t go wrong with Allison."
- Masie and Ian
"My husband and I both come from very traditional families, and it was really hard knowing that in “following our hearts”, we were disappointing our families. But at the end of the day, we are SO GLAD WE DID. Allison provided us with SO much helpful information and support throughout the whole process. You can tell she’s done this many times, in that she has a system and plan for everything. I remember reading her website and feeling like she really understood the experience of a couple choosing to elope. I also really loved the process of finding our location, answering questions about my partner and I, and feeling present and intentional about planning our day. I’ll never forget the feeling I had pulling up to our ceremony site, after the very remote and bumpy journey, like we were truly in the privacy of nature and in front of one of the most BEAUTIFUL VIEWS I’ve ever seen in my life. My partner and I looked at each other and said, “Yep, no regrets.” And I know that it would not have been possible without Allison. She is so warm, genuine, and strikes the perfect balance of taking charge and giving space. We are so happy with our photos and most importantly, the memories of our adventure."
- Sienna and Tony
"The pictures and moments she captures are absolutely breathtaking. I remember the first phone call like it was yesterday and Allison has such a fun, vibrant, and cool personality that I knew she'd be someone we'd be comfortable photographing our intimate wedding in Sedona and have a ton of fun. She really is more than just a photographer and helps make sure your special day is absolutely perfect and incorporates everything you both want. In the months leading up to the elopement, she helped Ryan and I decide on the perfect spot for our ceremony location as well as portraits and helped answer any questions we had along the way. Just as her bio mentions, she really is also your wedding planner/guide/friend and provides recommendations for vendors (i.e. hair/make-up, florists, food). Our wedding day was everything we dreamed of and more. The pictures are STUNNING and I'll forever be grateful that we decided to elope over having a traditional wedding because we were able to plan a day that truly embodied us as a couple - hiking, eating PB&J, and drinking a beer while watching the sunset together all while Allison was capturing these moments that we'll be able to reminisce on for the rest of our lives."
- Nicole and Ryan
"When my husband and I first started planning our wedding, we knew we wanted it to be a small group in Yosemite, but we still needed help with all the details. We hadn’t been to Yosemite before together, so we knew nothing about vendors/best locations/timing. Allison was so thorough, communicative, and caring. She called us within like a day of filling out her intake form, and really listened to what we wanted. She clearly put so much effort into making the whole day feel like “us.” She made us a whole timeline, organization of the types of photos we wanted, and locations for our first look and post-wedding adventure hike! On the day of our wedding, she was so upbeat, kind, and made sure to capture all the little details and sentimental aspects of our relationship. The photos are absolutely gorgeous, and it means the world to have had someone as cool, professional, and caring to be our wedding planner and photographer. 10000000% recommend!!"
- Mattie and Alec
It's okay to disappoint your parents. Eloping is choosing to prioritize YOU and YOUR story rather than the expectations around you - and we hold that at the highest standard. You're shouting "NO" to the mediocrity of society's expectations and choosing to say "HELL YES" to who you are.
We're ordained - ready to sign your marriage license as your officiant. You two get to create your own ceremony and have true privacy as you share you vows with one another. Worried about the required witness signatures? We'll take care of that too (nearby hikers make for great signees + give you a rad story to tell).
We specialize in breathtaking elopement videos for couples who envision exchanging vows in extraordinary locations. Our passion lies in documenting your story in epic landscapes, creating a visual auditory film of you two on the day you wed. You'll be able to later return to the film for years to come and relive the moments you spent in the wild committing your life to each other.
This is the culmination of what we do - where the vision for your day comes to fruition. We believe in photographing your day (or days) from start to finish. From the second you turn on the coffee pot to the moment you change out of your wedding attire, we're there to take photos that tell the story of YOUR day and the adventures you had along the way.
From the moment our "You're booked!" email hits your inbox, we dive straight into the planning process. We help you two to define the vision you have for your elopement location, and then actually find the real-life spot. We connect you with other local vendors, provide packing tips + lists, and even create your day-of timeline from start to finish.
Truly embodying the Uncharted philosophy, Allison is a thrill-seeker, Harley rider, outdoors enthusiast, and believer in blazing your own path. She’s been photographing weddings and elopements for nearly a decade and has mastered the art of timeless, emotive storytelling. Pair that with a deep desire to advocate for and celebrate the wild wedding ideas couples have, and you get so much more than an elopement photographer. Allison is especially passionate about helping couples find hidden gems, off-the-beaten-path, “local secret” type of locations to have an intentional, intimate day that ticks every box on their vision boards. If there’s not a camera in her hands, she’s probably taking her Harley (named Sheila) out for a ride with her homies, adding to her extensive collection of tattoos, or spending time at the Coast with her closest people.
Sam has been capturing stories since borrowing his parent’s over-the-shoulder VHS camera in the 90s. He understands how to leverage the medium of a motion picture to elevate an experience you never want to forget. Through high-quality film, crisp audio, and the ambition for telling a compelling story, he brings each of these elements together to make something truly remarkable. With a handcrafted wedding film by Sam, you have the opportunity to re-experience your elopement with just as much intimacy and emotion as the day it happened—and you can do that time and time again for the rest of your forever.
Sam has been capturing stories since borrowing his parent’s over-the-shoulder VHS camera in the 90s. He understands how to leverage the medium of a motion picture to elevate an experience you never want to forget. Through high-quality film, crisp audio, and the ambition for telling a compelling story, he brings each of these elements together to make something truly remarkable. With a handcrafted wedding film by Sam, you have the opportunity to re-experience your elopement with just as much intimacy and emotion as the day it happened—and you can do that time and time again for the rest of your forever.
A true Arizonan, Abby has called the Southwest home for 26 years and is still finding new areas to explore. With a passion for adventure and a desire to drain every last drip of joy out of life, Abby loves nothing more than helping couples create the exact experiences they envision for their elopement or engagement and documenting the whole, wild, unforgettable thing. If she’s not taking photos, she’s booking a spur-of-the-moment plane ticket, practicing for the day she hopefully wins Survivor, or sharing her extensive knowledge of the Vampire Diaries Universe with anyone who will listen.
A true Arizonan, Abby has called the Southwest home for 26 years and is still finding new areas to explore. With a passion for adventure and a desire to drain every last drip of joy out of life, Abby loves nothing more than helping couples create the exact experiences they envision for their elopement or engagement and documenting the whole, wild, unforgettable thing. If she’s not taking photos, she’s booking a spur-of-the-moment plane ticket, practicing for the day she hopefully wins Survivor, or sharing her extensive knowledge of the Vampire Diaries Universe with anyone who will listen.