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You’ve chosen to elope in Sedona, Arizona. So what comes next?
You picture exchanging vows surrounded by towering red rock formations glowing at sunset, desert air warm on your skin, and an endless sky stretching wide above you. Maybe it’s an intimate ceremony beneath the spires of Cathedral Rock, wandering hand in hand through the sandstone trails near Bell Rock, or sharing a quiet moment as the light fades at Red Rock Crossing.
You’re craving a day that feels grounded, meaningful, and unapologetically yours. Free from the expectations of a traditional wedding. No rigid timeline. No (or limited) guest list. Just intentional moments, sacred space, and room to fully be present with each other.
Whether it’s sunrise vows in the desert, a secluded ceremony tucked among the red rocks, or a day spent exploring Sedona’s trails and hidden corners together, your elopement should feel effortless, deeply personal, and filled with the kind of quiet, candid magic you’ll carry with you forever.
You’re here because you want more than just pretty photos–you want an unforgettable Sedona, AZ elopement.
You want a wedding day that’s meaningful, adventurous, and full of emotion–without the stress of timelines, endless guests, or forced traditions.
That’s where I come in. As your Sedona elopement photographer & videographer I’m here to guide you, capture you as you are, and preserve every real moment.
Elopements are more than a quick “I do”. They’re a story worth telling through every glance, laugh, and tear. While I’ve spent years exploring Arizona and returning again and again for its deserts, canyons, and wide-open landscapes, Sedona holds a kind of magic all its own. Towering red rocks, shifting light, and a slower, grounded energy make it an incredible place to celebrate your love intentionally.
My goal is to preserve your day in a way that feels timeless and true, blending digital, 35mm film, and Super 8 video to create imagery that feels alive–like you could step back into the moment. Whether you’re hiking to an alpine lake, exchanging vows at a hidden waterfall, or toasting under the stars, I’ll capture not just how it looked, but how it felt.
With years of experience and a calming, supportive presence, I make the elopement experience effortless and personal. My couples trust me to document them as they are–candid, unposed, and fully present–so their photos and films feel as elevated and natural as their love story.
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Meet your Sedona Elopement photographer, Videographer, planner & Adventure guide!
Jessica Thigpen
Art that evokes the warmth of nostalgia in every frame.
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Sedona Elopement PHOTOGRAPHER & super 8 filmmaker
Traveling for your big day? If you choose to elope or host your wedding at one of these locations, you will receive a discount on my packages.
Where My Camera Wants to Wander
Saguaro NP, AZ, Sedona, AZ, BIG SUR, CA, Joshua Tree NP, CA, Yosemite NP, CA, Hawaii, Maine, Montana, Oregon coast, The Carolinas, Utah, Washington, New York
Any National Park
Any International Location
Not seeing your destination on the list? Let’s chat! You might just snag a special discount.
