Jedediah Smith Redwood Elopement

Elopement
Written By Flora Gibson

Emily and Austin eloped at Jedediah Smith Redwoods this week in California. With a private ceremony surrounded by massive redwoods, they continued on to have a beautiful first dance on the beach, followed by a picnic surrounded by my favorite feature, beach grass. They made custom cocktails, ran on the beach, and had such a beautiful day crossing back and forth between the Oregon and California border.

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Intimate Elopement in Carmel-by-the-Sea | Villa Mara Carmel
Intimate Elopement in Carmel-by-the-Sea | Villa Mara Carmel

As an elopement photographer based in Carmel, I’ve had the joy of capturing countless love stories along this dreamy stretch of coastline—but there’s something especially magical about couples who choose to stay at Villa Mara. Whether you’re escaping the chaos of wedding planning or simply want your celebration to feel more intentional, Carmel offers a wildly romantic backdrop for your day.

Moody Garrapata Beach Engagement Session
Moody Garrapata Beach Engagement Session

Some days, the fog rolls in and never quite lifts — and honestly, I wouldn’t have it any other way. For this Garrapata Beach engagement session, we were gifted one of those moody Big Sur afternoons where the sky stays soft and grey, and the ocean feels like it’s whispering secrets. It was quiet, dramatic, and beautifully intimate — the kind of atmosphere that makes you slow down and lean in a little closer.

Erika & Daniel’s Big Sur to Carmel Engagement | Glen Oaks + Garrapata Beach
Erika & Daniel’s Big Sur to Carmel Engagement | Glen Oaks + Garrapata Beach

This dreamy engagement session started in the redwoods of Glen Oaks, Big Sur, and ended with kite-flying at Garrapata Beach. Captured by Carmel engagement photographer Flora Gibson.

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