Documentary Photographer With A Romantic Soul

I’m drawn to real, unposed moments, the ones that unfold naturally and honestly.

My work thrives outdoors, where connection meets the beauty of the landscape, and where every frame feels both grounded and poetic. Blending storytelling and artistry to create timeless, emotive images.

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Preserving Your Memories (Forever)

All Elopement Packages include:

Planning

  • I’ll help you plan out your timeline and activities that feel true to you! 
  • Location guidance and a plan tailored for the best lighting along with permit assistance!

Beautiful Imagery

  • You’ll receive a gallery full of genuine moments that truly reflect your love filled elopement.
  • Cute GIFS will also be included in your gallery!
  • Sneak peeks will be delivered within 48 hours so you can soak it all in, share the excitement, and relive your day right away!

Ad Ons (short montage, polaroids)

  • Sweet ad ons that will add to your experience, whether that is a short montage of your elopement day, or some printed polaroids!

Hey, I’m Meliyah

Your future elopement photographer & guide

I’ve been called to do elopements because I believe getting married should feel like an adventure. I  help couples plan their special day that feels both meaningful and magical.

When you work with me you get more than just beautiful photos, I’ll help you create a day that feels effortless and unforgettable so you can focus on each other.

let's go

Elopements & Intimate Weddings

Full  Day Adventure

For couples craving a day with adventure and romance. We could split the day up by sunrise and sunset, for two different experiences.

  • 8 hours of coverage
  • Personalized locations of choice
  • Timeline Management
  • Permit Assistance
  • All of the best edited images
  • High resolution online gallery for easy viewing, sharing, and downloading

Starting At:

Local: $4,500 | U.S: $5,500

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Half Day Adventure

For couples who want to capture the special moments of their ceremony and then enjoy a private adventure with beautiful portraits and exploration.

  • 4 hours of coverage
  • Personalized location of choice
  • Timeline Management
  • Permit Assistance
  • All of the best edited images
  • High resolution online gallery for easy viewing, sharing, and downloading

Starting At:

Local: $3,500 | U.S: $4,500

book half day adventure

Las Vegas Chapel Elopements

For those who are in Vegas. Let’s document your romantic elopement and the exciting moments after saying “I do”

  • 1 hour of coverage
  • Chapel location of your choice
  • This is for the ceremony and photos around the chapel
  • All of the best edited images
  • High resolution online gallery for easy viewing, sharing, and downloading

Starting At:

$700

book chapel elopements

Couples

Adventure session, engagement, or just beacause.

  • ONE location
  • Hour session
  • Up to 2 outfits
  • Sneak peeks within 48 hrs
  • All of the best edited images
  • High resolution online gallery for easy viewing, sharing, and downloading

Starting At:

Local: $400 | U.S: $950

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The love of your story preserved  in time

“I will forever cherish the images and memories she has given me and my husband!!”

“Meliyah is single handedly the most amazing photographer I have ever met. She takes the time to make her clients comfortable and makes sure they have a blast and then gives them perfect encapsulated memories! I will forever cherish the images and memories she has given me and my husband!!”

- Kyle & Alyssa Saga

“I absolutely adore Meliyah and can’t wait to book our next session with her!”

“Me and my boyfriend are not used to being in front of the camera but Meliyah made us feel like we were supposed to be there! She sent us sneak peeks day of, and got the full gallery to us within just a couple days from our shoot which is incredible for turn around time! I absolutely adore Meliyah and can’t wait to book our next session with her!”

- Abby & Broc

The Process

01

Reach Out

Let’s chat about your vision, destination, and dream experience! 

02

Plan your day

I'll help you plan your elopement with a stunning location, timeline, and activities!

03

Wedding day

This is my favorite part, where you guys say your vows and I do’s and I document it all!

04

Gallery delivery

You’ll receive your gallery and relive your day all over again!

I recommend booking as early as possible, some couples reach out a year in advance, I also work on short timeframes like 3 months out. This ensures availability on your desired date and allows ample time for consultations and planning.

Elopements are typically best with around 10–20 guests for location flexibility. Intimate weddings can include up to 50 guests. Some locations may have permit restrictions that limit guest count.

I take 50 - 100 images per hour and you will receive all of the best imagery.

No! I know a lot of people think we have to do a long hike just to get to a gorgeous location but that isn't the case! There are so many beautiful spots that are short walking distances!

Are you ready for the best day ever?

Let’s get planning!

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