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  • Garden of the God’s Perfect Wedding Spots | Meghan & Naveed

    Mehgan and Naveed got married in a sunrise elopement with their family at Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs. It was January, but they got lucky with an uncharacteristically warm winter day—it was perfect! We began the day just before sunrise at a place called Mesa Overlook. I met Mehgan and Naveed there for…

  • Silhouetted couple holding hands under a large tree at sunset, with the orange sky in the background creating a romantic and serene atmosphere.
  • A couple in wedding attire stands near a helicopter on a grassy field. Snow-capped mountains rise in the background under a cloudy sky, creating a picturesque and romantic setting.
  • A couple embraces on a mountain peak at sunset, surrounded by snow-capped mountains. The bride wears a white gown, and the groom is in a dark suit. The landscape features dramatic lighting and shadows.
  • A couple in formal attire sits on the sandy ground amidst sparse trees, set against the backdrop of vast orange sand dunes under a clear sky. The shadows of the trees and the couple stretch across the sand, creating a striking visual contrast.

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Hey, I’m Maddie Mae

Your Elopement Photographer, Experience Designer & Planning Consultant

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“The woman who sparked the adventure
elopement trend”  – Forbes

I don’t just photograph elopements –
I design and plan a curated, unique experience around the two of you—one you’ll enjoy every minute of.

I want to get to know what makes you two feel alive and create an experience worthy of this
incredible love you’ve found

“The woman who sparked the adventure elopement trend”  – Forbes

40

countries and 7 continents worth of travel experience and knowledge

13

years experience planning and photographing elopements & weddings

300

one-of-a-kind elopements & intimate weddings planned & photographed

2019

the year I eloped too (after planning my own destination elopement in just 6 weeks)

What makes my elopement packages different?

Every Adventure Instead elopement experience includes:

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