Emilee Setting Photo

05/14/2024

About a year ago, I created this super thorough elopement location test. Since then, it’s helped multiple couples realize they’d rather have a small, intimate wedding, and helped them find an amazing elopement location.

Here’s the test!

https://emileesetting.com/elopement-location-test

Share your results with me✨

 A Bend, Oregon + worldwide elopement photographer providing multi-day and full-day intimate weddings for couples who want the elopement experience without sacrificing having their loved ones be there with them

04/02/2024

Death Valley has my heart after this shoot. I only got to explore a small part of it, but between the sand dunes, seeing what was left of Lake Manly, and this jaw-dropping location, I already can’t wait to go back. I’ve also been shooting way more engagement sessions and I love them so much. Getting to know the couple and having the opportunity to capture them and their relationship as it’s about to transition into marriage is truly a gift.
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03/15/2024

There’s nothing quite like jetting away from harsh winters to a place where your feet feel warm in the water. I don’t think any of us planned on getting entirely in the ocean when you’re fully clothed. But shining in sunset, sometimes it just calls to you. Absolutely in love with this couple and their energy. Never have I shot a session with a couple and then gotten tattoos with them the following day. You two are true gems,

02/22/2024

When Brittany and Jeremy inquired with me, we only had three months until their wedding date. They knew they wanted to be in the snow with gorgeous views, and to be with some family for their elopement. They also knew they didn’t have a huge interest in hiking.

I poured over the answers on the questionnaires while researching location ideas for them. This is when I proposed doing a snowmobile elopement. Neither them or their family, or myself, had ever ridden on a snowmobile. But they were 100% down.

We went to a lake for their ceremony, and celebrated with a bonfire picnic and hot chocolate. The 8 of us explored other lakes and mountains on our four snowmobiles, getting to take in the winter wonderland in the Oregon cascades.

Getting to plan and photograph this elopement day was a true honor. Spending the day with Brittany and Jeremy’s family while they said their vows is something I’ll never forget. Endless love to them, and all of my amazing clients 🤍

11/20/2023

The cooler weather has me missing watching sunrise on the waves. Can’t wait to get back here in 2024, who wants to elope in Hawaii?

11/14/2023

The big traditional wedding can take a hike. Instead use that money to have a multi-day small wedding in a beautiful destination.

This elopement in Ireland was such a perfect example of everything you can do. They explored Dublin, The Cliffs of Moher, small towns such as Kilfenora and so much more, all with their closest loved ones.

If a day like this sounds more appealing to you than spending 20k on a venue for a day of formal rushed timelines, let’s chat!

I help from start to finish with all of the planning aspects, including finding your perfect location, getting the permits to celebrate there, and creating a timeline for you. Link in bio to see my site and everything I offer ✨

11/07/2023

You hear Christmas carols and I hear wedding bells. Most couples get engaged around the holidays, and I’m so excited for another season of getting to know/working with amazing couples from all over.

Looking for a photographer who will help you plan the perfect untraditional wedding? Visit me on my website 💌

10/30/2023

Zach and Carly read their vows like songs through chattering rain in the woods where they always spent time together. There’s something so awe inspiring about radiant smiles on stormy days. It reminds you of the kind of love that isn’t easily broken. This wedding day will be on my mind for awhile, may everyone find a love like this. Congrats to this amazing couple, your love is like a poem 🖤

10/23/2023

The year 2021 started off as one of the hardest times of my life, and it bled into the following years with ease. When grief punctures a hole in your heart where there was once so much love, laughter, and years of growing up being watched over, it truly feels like it will never be filled again.

Losing family is a tumultuous and heartbreaking process. And whereas they can never be replaced, I’ve felt consolation in my “chosen family.” People who allow me to keep her alive by listening to my stories of her, eyes stinging through smoke and laughter, sharing meals, music, joy, and so much more.

You’ll hear me use the term chosen family and community a lot. I believe we are born into a life, and create a life. I may always miss the life I was born into, but I am exorbitantly thankful for the one I created, chose, foster, and love.

After two and a half long years, I’m finally taking photos for fun again. I’m finally finding new music to attach new memories to. I am reading for pleasure. I find happiness in new recipes. I learn from failures instead of being crushed by them.

I started my business of being an elopement photographer days after my aunt passed. She said “kid, you always do the scary thing. The thing that feels right. I love that about you.” In many ways, this beautiful business is dedicated to her. It’s dedicated to those with chosen family. Dedicated to those who push, and persevere, and choose their own path.

I am so thankful.

09/27/2023

Jessi and Bobby wanted their day to be filled with the people the love, their amazing pup, and to remember salty air while saying their vows to each other. They traveled here in a converted van to be met with the people closest to them in their lives. I got to capture not only their love for for each other, but the adventure they embarked on at the Oregon coast.

These two, and the people that came to be with them on their wedding day, are truly something special. My only hope is that these photos help you relive it over and over. Cheers to your newest chapter 🥂

09/15/2023

When eloping in Ireland, you 100% have to shoot the day before in beautiful places. Getting to see the Cliff of Moher was a top tier experience, and the perfect way to get excited for the wedding day in such a stunning place

08/24/2023

The love I have for my home and job is unreal, I can’t wait to capture your wedding day 🫶🏻