let's tell your love story

Think of me as your calm in the chaos—the friend with a camera who captures your love with care, comfort, and heart.

I specialize in city-based elopements, courthouse ceremonies, and intimate weddings of all shapes and sizes. I create timeless, candid, and cinematic imagery for modern romantics—photos that don’t just look beautiful, but feel like your story. My style is rooted in real emotion, natural movement, and intentional storytelling. And I’m not just here to take pretty pictures—I’m here to fix your dress, wrangle your veil, hype you up when you need it, and dance with you at your reception (especially if Suavemente comes on).

When I’m not behind the lens, I’m probably at Target resisting the urge to buy five things I don’t need, curled up with a rom-com or fantasy novel, grabbing sushi, or singing my heart out on a golden hour drive. I’m an introverted-extrovert, a hopeless romantic, and someone who talks with her hands—a lot.

More than anything, I believe love deserves to be documented the way it feels: honest, joyful, a little bit imperfect, and completely, beautifully yours.

i create timeless, candid, and cinematic imagery for modern romantics—photos that don’t just look beautiful, but feel like your story. 

hi, i'm elena 

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From your first inquiry to your final gallery, my goal is to make this feel easy, exciting, and stress-free. I bring a calm presence, clear communication, and a whole lot of heart. I’ll help guide your timeline, advocate for what you need, and step in when you need someone to take the lead—so you can soak up every moment.

This isn’t about recreating someone else’s wedding day—it’s about creating space for yours. Whether it’s personal vows, a quiet moment together before the chaos, or slipping away for sunset portraits, I prioritize building in time for the moments that matter most to you. I’ll guide you with intention, but never force anything that doesn’t feel like you.

I’m not just showing up with a camera—I’m showing up for you. I take the time to really get to know you, so that when your day comes, it feels like a friend documenting your story—not a stranger. I’m here to support you, hype you up, and make sure you always feel comfortable and cared for.

Connection Comes First

Connection Comes First

MY VALUEs

Your Story, Your Way

Confidence Through Care

Your Story, Your Way

Confidence Through Care

What It’s Like to Work With Me

From the first email to the final gallery, I’m here to make this feel easy, personal, and completely you. I’ll be your calm presence when nerves hit, your timeline expert when things shift, and your biggest cheerleader every step of the way.

I’ll gently guide you through portraits, step back for the in-between moments, and make sure you feel relaxed and confident in front of the camera—even if you swear you’re “awkward” in photos. (Spoiler: You’re not.)

I might not be able to pin a boutonnière, but I can build a bomb-ass timeline, make you laugh when things feel chaotic, and help you feel like you’re on airplane mode—tuned out of the stress and fully locked in with your person.

Because your experience matters just as much as the photos. Maybe more.

  • little gifts or notes from your sweetheart letting you know they’re thinking of you
  • holding hands & cuddling on the couch
  • slow dancing in the kitchen
  • scenic drives with the windows down & music loud
  • planned date nights
  • cooking dinner together on a sunday night
  • - cute old couples who have date night
  • little gifts or notes from your sweetheart letting you know they’re thinking of you
  • holding hands & cuddling on the couch
  • slow dancing in the kitchen
  • scenic drives with the windows down & music loud
  • planned date nights
  • cooking dinner together on a sunday night
  • cute old couples who have date night

Things that make my heart happy