Oregon Elopement Photographer & Creator

adventure & pet centered wedding experiences for the romantics who want to break from tradition

I Get You

Big weddings are overwhelming, stressful, and not actually about you

isn’t it wild that most people choose to have a wedding that is centered on entertaining their guests? Or you spend thousands of dollars to feed people you’ve met once? yeah – but not you!

you’re here because you aren’t afraid to go against the grain and create a whole damn wedding experience of your own. You deserve to splurge on yourself and enjoy one day that is dedicated to the start of your marriage. Getting married is so much more than showcasing your love.

So, you start dreaming up running down the Oregon Coast with your doggos in tow or lust after booking a helicopter tour over Mt. Hood – but then it becomes all too much and you don’t even know where to start.

I got you. You’ve probably never done this before, so that’s where I come in as your elopement expert!

let go of the traditional leash and create your own meaningful wedding day

Eloping the best way get married and I’m totally stoked to show you how to do it!

If you want to escape the pressures and big performances of a traditional wedding, then eloping might be for you. Not only can your elopement day be stress-free, meaningful, and authentic – but you can even enjoy the wanderlust of planning it with an expert.

Pricing & Packages

so, what defines an adventure elopement?

adventure looks different for everyone – There are so many fun ways to explore together on your wedding day!

just because you don’t want to hike on your wedding day doesn’t mean you can’t have an adventure elopement. In fact, you don’t even have to do something super physical. I believe there is an adventure for everyone.

don’t sell yourself short because you don’t feel “adventurous enough”. Make your wedding activities authentic to you and what you two love doing together or try something new. Here’s a few suggestions!

what your adventure elopement could look like:

riding bikes together
taking a helicopter or bush plane tour
Climbing your favorite crag
road tripping with your dog

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Want to include your pets on your elopement?

I’m a nationally certified vet tech for over 8 years and your pet photo expert

I understand that our pets are so much more than animals – they’re our best friends.

Growing up, my childhood always included animals. Whether that was obsessing over wildlife, or sneaking in pets to my home – animals have brought such a special joy to my life. I know your pet means the same to you!

With a strong background in pet experience, your pets are always welcome for your elopement day if you so choose or incorporate them if they won’t be present with us on your wedding day.

There’s so many options that pets can fit perfectly into your elopement day! Just let me know if you want them to tag along and we’ll create the funnest & safest experience for you all.

Learn more here for tips on eloping with your pets

How to elope with your pet

vet tech – outdoors woman – romantic pisces

Your Oregon Elopement Photographer & Creator

Hey, I’m Sharlee! I’m your oregon elopement photographer based in beautiful Portland, Oregon. I’m a lover of connections – whether that’s bar hopping around town with friends or tide pooling on the Coast for tiny sea creatures. Building relationships with nature and our loved ones is what makes life meaningful.

If I’m not on the road for your epic elopement adventure, you’ll find me at the climbing, fishing, hiking, camping, cooking food with my partner, or cuddling up with my two fur babies. (check out their unthrilled looks in our photoshoot together – hehe)

I’ve worked as a certified vet tech for the past 8 years so you’ll know that I understand more than just the surface level of how important your pets are to you too. So yes – bring the scales, tails, and everything in between!!

I aim to bring our common connection with the outdoors and your unique love story to the forefront of your elopement photo experience to make this wedding day scream authenticity.

Big fan of creating art worthy images together that really showcase your personalities and hobbies!

so, let me show you how that can happen.

learn more about me

YOU GET MORE THAN JUST AN OREGON ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER

Your elopement is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, so hire an elopement expert who will help you through the entire process.

Documenting your love story is so much more than just showing up on your wedding day with a camera. I believe the best way to have an amazing elopement experience is to hire an experienced photographer who will also help make your vision come to life by guiding you through the entire process so you two can enjoy the wanderlust!

so, this is how i can help you:

access to my 100+ page “how to plan your elopement” guide
location, vendor, lodging & activity recommendations
tips, tricks & checklists
help with permits & marriage license
officiate your wedding
make you feel comfortable in front of the camera
celebrate with you + be your biggest wedding fan!

learn more about my elopement packages

How I Capture Your Most Authentic Moments.

I bet this is your first time getting professional photos done. Scary right? Most of my couples come into this process without ever standing in front of a professional camera and honestly that’s my favorite.

I know how daunting it can feel to be on the other end and I’ve had some photographer horror stories myself. I won’t pose you like a model or direct you to say something completely cringey to make each other laugh.

Instead – we’ll create a day that is full of enjoyable activities and beautiful places to visit so that we can capture candid moments and make space for all your emotions while having a blast on your wedding day!

That is how we capture authentic memories and I can’t wait to start this journey with you.

But wait – getting to your elopement day can feel overwhelming

Good news is you are choosing to not do it alone. In fact, I’ll be the expert guiding you along the entire process!

I help with choosing the best date and location based off your wants and needs
Give you vendor recommendations in the area
Help with obtaining permits and your marriage license
Can legally officiate you getting married
Create a timeline of your perfect day
Design a fully customized wedding album for you to enjoy for years to come

let’s Start!

“Our experience with Sharlee was everything we could have hoped it to be, if not so much more”
“We absolutely made the right choice on who to hire for our big day and will be greatly appreciative of what she did for us for our the rest of our lives. I cannot recommend her highly enough for your big day.”
A + M
“She was incredibly respectful and a blast to be around”
“She made hiking so much fun and she was so prepared with everything whether we need it a mat to go underneath us so we could sit on wet things, or the candy bars she brought and shared, to the time she let her dog drink from her water bottle cap.”
J + J
“We cried, laughed, and enjoyed every single moment that she captured!”
“My husband and I are both somewhat introverted people, however, Sharlee made us feel comfortable the moment we met her and it truly felt like we were best friends! She was able to capture the best day of our lives.”
M + Z
“Remembering each photo elicits an emotional memory”
“She Turned our bad weather wedding photos to an amazing unique weather wedding photo experience. Additionally, her communication was excellent. Texting and calling back and replying promptly was exquisite. Very cheerful, optimistic and easy-going despite the gloomy weather.”
C + S

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Unleashed Elopement Values

authenticity & connection

Your elopement process will always be customized to who you are as a couple and your elopement day will be focused on connecting with each other, not the camera.