Red Butte Garden+Utah State Capitol Elopement Day: The Love Story of Katie and Taylor
Katie is a Midwest girly and Taylor is a west coaster, but when these two met it was an instant match!
They eloped at the SLC courthouse, took their bridals at the Red Butte garden, and ended their elopement day at the Utah State Capitol building for a picnic and some cake!
A Quiet Meadow Farms Wedding: The Love Story of George and Emily
Emily and George grew their relationship traveling to Banff many times and chasing the Northern Lights. Though their lives are filled with constant adventure, they also enjoy just being together as home bodies, too.
George and Emily got married at Quiet Meadow Farms in Mapleton, UT surrounded by their closest family and friends. The views of the mountains were stunning on this wedding day!
A River Bottoms Ranch Wedding: The Love Story of Lakin and Avery
Lakin and Avery began their love story on a snowy day, 8 years ago, surrounded by loved ones and celebration. Lakin experienced her first kiss with Avery, he was her first boyfriend, and now he will be her last as they tie the knot!
They got married at the River Bottoms Ranch in Midway, UT surrounded by Christmas trees and snow-capped mountains to celebrate their wedding and their favorite holiday with family and loved ones!
A High West Distillery Wedding: The Love Story of Victoria and Alex
Victoria and Alex met for the first time and their love story began over an everything bagel in which both parties knew this was the one - this was their home! They both made each other feel incredibly safe, grounded and seen. They became adventure buddies, ski partners, lovers of food and best friends! Here is their love story!
A Snowbird Wedding: The Love Story of Courtney and Zach
Courtney and Zach wanted a chill day on the mountains with their family and friends, with good drink and food! I totally loved the vibes of their day and enjoyed the couple’s sense of humor and outlook on life! They got married at Snowbird Ski Resort at the Cliff Lodge venue where their wedding party could look on the mountains and celebrate together. Here is their day!
A Quiet Meadow Farms Wedding: The Love Story of Charley and Nate
Charley and Nate met over swing dancing and bonded over fishing out in the great outdoors, mountain views, and sour patch kids! The two fell in love and decided to get married at the gorgeous Quiet Meadow Farms for its’ scenic location alongside the Wasatch Ridge, goats, and rustic barn vibes! Here is their wedding day!
A Huntsville Mercantile Wedding: The Love Story of Harleigh and Terrick
Harleigh and Terrick got engaged under the Rainbow Bridge in Lake Powell, where the couple had spent many memories together boating with their family. They decided to tie the knot at the Huntsville Mercantile - a historical building near Pineview Reservoir, built in the 1890’s. The building was used as a general store and now in present day, makes for the cutest wedding venue with historical charm. Here is their special day!
A Quiet Meadow Farms Wedding: The Love Story of Kimberly and Ray
Kimberly and Ray met at a bar where Ray asked for a dance. The two hit it off, continued dancing at The Westerner over the years, and have been dancing through life ever since. Ray, the cowboy, and Kimberly, the beauty from the West Utah desert decided to tie the knot at Quiet Meadow Farms in Mapleton, Utah. They had line dancing, country swing, the most gorgeous western wedding cake and western wedding attire. Here is the story of their day by Roaming Desert Film Co. - a husband and wife, photo and video duo!
Bonneville Salt Flats Engagement Session
Cassidy and Josh met on Bumble and it has been a love story ever since. Since they grew up in Utah they decided to take their engagement photos at the Bonneville Salt Flats outside of Wendover, Utah.
A Quiet Meadow Farm Wedding: The Love Story of Carlos and Meg
Carlos and Meg met through the Gram! They both went to Mississippi State University for undergrad, but never met while there. However, they had several mutual friends, and Meg showed up on his "people you may know" suggested list on IG. Carlos slid into Meg’s DM’s and they started chatting. They talked for four months and then Carlos flew Meg out to Starkville to meet in person. And the rest is history!
The couple got married at Quiet Meadow Farm in Mapleton, Utah amongst their closest friends and family up in the mountains!
A Quiet Meadow Farms Wedding: Mapleton, Utah
Gianna and Taven got married at Quiet Meadow Farms in Mapleton, Utah. The two met at a club in their college, became friends, and fell in love. They had a spring wedding with their friends and family, with vibrant spring flowers, a rustic barn wedding, goats in the pasture, and the most gorgeous wedding dress with a skirt overlay and train! Here is their love story.
Becoming a Wedding Photographer vs. Elopement Photographer: My Honest Take After Shooting Both
As someone who's spent years behind the lens capturing love stories—both in grand ballrooms and on mountaintops—I've had the unique privilege of living in two very different worlds: wedding photography and elopement photography. Each has its own rhythm, demands, rewards, and challenges. If you're a photographer trying to choose a path (or simply curious about the differences), here’s my honest breakdown of the pros and cons from first-hand experience.
Eloping vs. Having a Wedding: Which is Right for You?
When it comes to getting married, there are so many choices to make: the dress, the venue, the food, how to personalize it and, of course, the style of ceremony. One of the most significant decisions you’ll face is whether to elope or host a traditional wedding. Both options come with their own set of pros and cons, and choosing the right one for you and your partner can be a deeply personal choice.
So, let’s dive into the pros and cons of eloping versus having a big wedding day that hosts a lot of people, and help you figure out which option is best for you.
Couple’s Southern Utah Location Guide
Southern Utah is absolutely PERFECT for elopements, weddings, engagements and secret proposals! If you have dreamed of having desert vibes, red rock, amazing natural rock structures in your wedding day imagery be sure to browse our Southern Utah Location Guide below - including locations like Bryce Canyon, Moab, Zion, Page, AZ, Kanab, and more!
The Love Story of Adrianne and Jarrett
Adrianne and Jarrett originally met during their Freshman year of high school at an FFA convention. However they lived 3 hours apart so they never hung out, but would occasionally talk on and off.
Adrianne was going to school and playing college soccer only 30 min away from Jarrett. Which later got them talking again! As you can see these chats turned into much more, because they got married at Sage Canyon Ranch - Fountain Green, UT in February of 2025. Here is their love story!
2025 Northern Utah Couple’s Location Guide
Looking for the perfect northern Utah locations as a stunning backdrops in your photoshoot? Well, look no farther! Here is my 2025 Northern UT Couples Location Guide - sorted by seasons and year round nearby locations to SLC, UT!
New Braunfels, Texas Downtown Elopement
This Texan couple got married in downtown New Braunfels - a historic German town in between San Antonio and Austin, Texas. They got married at the New Braunfels Downtown Gazebo, which was built in 1905! They took their bridals in and around downtown New Braunfels, and cut their cake at their favorite bakery 2 Tarts! Here is their wedding day!
How to Gain Photography Clients in a New State: Tips for a Successful Transition
Moving to a new state or expanding your photography business to a new location can feel both exciting and daunting. We have first hand experience, when we went from being solely Utah wedding and elopement photo/video team, to opening up our business in Texas, as well. There are fresh opportunities, new landscapes, and untapped markets with moving, but on the other hand, you're starting from scratch when it comes to building your client base, which can feel like a lot! But don’t worry, with the right approach and some strategic planning, you can start attracting clients in no time.
Here are some practical tips for photographers looking to acquire clients in a new state and make a successful transition.
The Love Story of Julia and Corbin
Julia and Corbin met on a dating app and eventually fell in love. They got married at Quiet Meadow farms on January 10th, 2025. Quiet Meadow Farm is a rustic barn with mountain views located in in Mapleton, UT. They had a special knot tying ritual during their ceremony. Had cheesecake for desert and even gave a shout out for her brother’s birthday! Here is their story and their special day.
Leave No Trace: Elopements and Outdoor Wedding Guide
Leave No Trace in Photography and Elopements: A Guide to Responsible Adventure Weddings
When it comes to elopements and destination weddings, many couples dream of saying "I do" in pristine outdoor settings—mountain peaks, coastal cliffs, dense forests, or serene lakesides. These natural landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for a wedding day full of beauty, intimacy, and adventure. But with the rising popularity of elopements and outdoor photography sessions, it's important to practice responsible stewardship of the nature that makes your photos so amazing! This is why at Roaming Desert Film Co. we are a Leave No Trace certified and aware photo and video team.
Whether you're an adventurous couple or a photographer, following Leave No Trace (LNT) principles during an elopement can ensure that you protect the environments that make your special day so memorable.
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