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Looking for inspiration to make your wedding day truly unforgettable? Let these blog posts spark your creativity and guide you in planning a wedding that reflects your unique style and love story.

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Hocking Hills Magic: A Cottagecore Micro Wedding

Danielle and Brandon's wedding day was filled with heartfelt moments and personalized touches. The intimate setting allowed them to focus on their connection so they could create a magical experience.

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Old Man's Cave Elopement: A Hocking Hills Adventure

It was a misty morning, shrouded in an ethereal fog. Anne and Ryan's adventure continued to Old Man's Cave, where rugged cliffs and a waterfall created dramatic backdrops.

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Stunning Ash Cave: A Hocking Hills Summer Elopement

Hayleigh and Dana chose to elope to Hocking Hills, Ohio, to have a simple, intimate wedding day focused on their love for each other. They opted for a quiet vow exchange under the waterfall at Ash Cave.

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Dark Romantic Wedding at Jeffrey Mansion

Julie and Kevin's wedding at the historic Jeffrey Mansion in Columbus, Ohio, was a breathtaking spectacle that captured the essence of a timeless love story. The mansion provided the perfect backdrop for their dark romance-inspired celebration.

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Fall in Love: An October Wedding at The Haven

Nestled in the heart of Ohio's stunning Hocking Hills, the Haven at Cedar Grove provided the perfect backdrop for Taylor and Adrian's unforgettable October wedding. Their celebration was a harmonious blend of nature and fun.

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A Year of Love, Ash Cave, and Taco Bell

To mark their one-year anniversary, Jackie and Bre chose a truly unique setting for their vow renewal: Ash Cave in the Hocking Hills. But their unconventional celebration didn't stop there. The couple headed into town for ice cream and Taco Bell.

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A Lake Logan Elopement Love Story

Dale & Kate enjoyed a whimsical stroll through the woodlands and a romantic picnic by the lake. As the sun set, they strolled along the beach, savoring the magic of their intimate elopement. 

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Sunrise Ceremony at Cedar Falls

Darci and Brandon chose a breathtaking setting for their intimate elopement: the iconic Cedar Falls. Their sunrise ceremony, held in October, showcased vibrant fall foliage and raw beauty.  

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Hocking Hills Full Day Elopement

Kalen and Zach's elopement was an intimate and unforgettable celebration of love. Surrounded by close friends and family, the day began with heartfelt preparations filled with laughter and tears.

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Cozy Yule Micro-Wedding

The Hocking Hills provided the perfect winter wonderland for Kate and John's enchanting winter solstice wedding. 

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Winter Rockhouse Elopement

Rockhouse, with its tunnel-like cave and captivating 'window' views, provided a truly unique and breathtaking backdrop.

Southern Gothic Dark Boho Crockett's Run Wedding

Dark Boho Wedding at Crockett's Run

Frankie & Cara envisioned a wedding that blended boho chic with the alluring darkness of Southern Gothic romance.

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A Golden Moment: A Hocking Hills Surprise Proposal

With the golden hues of the afternoon sun casting a warm glow, Drew seized the perfect moment to pop the question.

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A Snowy Day for Love: A Cleveland Engagement
Session

Cleveland transformed into a winter wonderland, blanketed in a thick layer of snow.

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A Treehouse Proposal, Conkles Hollow, and Steamy Love

Hocking Hills magic! From a surprise proposal to a steamy hot tub session, it was a day to remember.

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Wandering Weddings

Hayleigh & Dana's AdventurousElopement to Ash Cave.

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Luscious, Eco-friendly Hangar Styled Photoshoot in the Hocking Hills, Ohio

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Think Outside the Box With This Romantically Edgy Ohio Elopement.

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Love in the Rain: Capturing Magic

One of the most commonly asked questions during the elopement and wedding planning process is, "What if it rains?"

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Make Your Intimate Wedding Meaningful

Having an intimate wedding can be a beautiful and meaningful way to celebrate your love.

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5 Spots to Love in the Hocking Hills

The Hocking Hills region of Ohio is known for its stunning natural scenery, including waterfalls, caves, and gorges.

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The Best of Hocking Hills: Food & Fun

Looking for the best food and beverage, activities, hikes, and experiences in the Hocking Hills?

Make Your Wedding Unique: Unity Rituals

Adding a unique and creative unity ritual to your wedding can help create an experience that feels fun and meaningful to your day.

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A Love of Black & White Film Photos

There are many reasons to fall in love with black-and-white photography. Read about my journey as a photographer.

Wedding Planning Made Easy: Pinterest Ideas

Wedding Planning Made Easy: Pinterest Ideas

Are you dreaming of your perfect wedding photos? I've created Pinterest boards overflowing with inspiration to help you define your vision. 

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Planning a Ceremony in the Hocking Hills?

There are a few ways to get married legally. However, always confirm with your local courthouse to make you follow the correct steps for your specific area.

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Anniversary Portraits in the Hocking Hills

What better way to celebrate your enduring love story than with an anniversary portrait session against this stunning natural landscape?

KIND WORDS

“Elizabeth was absolutely wonderful to work with. Her personality made the process so easy and fun! Her work is phenomenal and we had so many highlights within 24 hours.”

Brittany & Arliss

“Elizabeth was great to work with! She was very friendly and made us feel great. She photographed our day PERFECTLY. I am forever grateful to her for capturing this beautiful day. ”

Melissa & Josh

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