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Capture your summer memories in beautiful Hocking Hills! I'm thrilled to offer scaled-down portrait sessions at three stunning locations during the evening hours, Sunday through Friday, from May through August. Let me take the hassle and commitment out of a big photo session so you can relax and enjoy your time in Hocking Hills.

Stress-Free Summer Portraits in Hocking Hills - Book Now!

Capture your summer memories in beautiful Hocking Hills! I'm thrilled to offer scaled-down portrait sessions at three stunning locations during the evening hours, Sunday through Friday, from May through August.

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Crockett's Run Hocking Hills Wedding Elopement Ireland Irish Photographer Romantic First Dance

Elopements: Caves, Conifers, & Your Love

Escape the stress and expense of traditional weddings in 2025 by opting for an intimate elopement in a natural area.

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Choose the Perfect First Look Location

Your First Look is one of the most anticipated moments of your wedding day. It's a private, intimate exchange.

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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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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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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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Protect Your Memories with New Photo Boxes

These boxes complement the online galleries that all clients receive, providing a reminder of your wedding or session.

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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

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

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Planning a Ceremony in the Hocking Hills?

There are a few ways to get married legally. But always confirm to make sure you follow the correct steps.

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Anniversary Portraits in the Hocking Hills

What better way to celebrate your love story than with an anniversary portrait session?

Junebug Weddings Best of Engagement Contest 2025 Elizabeth Nihiser Photography

Junebug Secrets: Stand Out, Don't Blend

I'm happy to share a peek at my submissions for Junebug Weddings' 2025 Best Engagement Photo Contest! 

Exciting news! Custom archival photo books can be an add-on to wedding photography packages. Crafted with the finest materials, each book features thick, lay-flat pages showcasing your wedding photos in breathtaking detail. From luxurious linen covers to personalized design, every element is customizable, allowing you to create a unique keepsake that perfectly reflects your love story. Your wedding day deserves more than just digital files; it deserves a tangible, timeless piece of art.

Relive Your Love Story: Heirloom Albums

Exciting news! Custom archival photo books can be an add-on to wedding photography packages. 

real weddings & Elopements
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Hocking Hills Magic: Cottagecore Micro Wedding

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

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OMC 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 & Dana chose to elope to Hocking Hills, to have a simple, intimate wedding focused on their love for each other. They opted for a quiet vow exchange 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.

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Fall in Love: An October Wedding at Cedar Grove 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.

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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.

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A Lake Logan Ohio Elopement Love Story

Dale & Kate enjoyed a whimsical stroll through the woodlands and a romantic picnic by the lake, followed by a stroll on the beach at sunset. 

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Sunrise Ceremony at Cedar Falls Rockface

Darci and Brandon chose a breathtaking setting for their intimate elopement: the iconic Cedar Falls for their sunrise ceremony.

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Full Day Elopement at Conkles Hollow

Kalen and Zach's Conkles Hollow elopement was an intimate and unforgettable celebration of love.

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Cozy Yule Micro-Wedding at OMC

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

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AdventurousWinter 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.

Love in the Mist: Eloping in Ohio's Hocking Hills

Love in the Mist: Eloping in Hocking Hills

Sarah and Gabe wanted a simple, wedding in nature, so they eloped in Ohio's beautiful Hocking Hills in the rain.

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Indianapolis Elopement: Vintage Vibes & Love

Hannah and Juan's winter Indianapolis elopement was a beautiful blend of vintage and industrial chic.

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A Golden Moment: A Hocking Hills Surprise Proposal

With the golden hues of the afternoon sun casting a glow, Drew seized the moment.

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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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Treehouse Proposal, Conkles Hollow, and Steamy Love

Hocking Hills magic! From a surprise proposal to a steamy hot tub session.

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Falling in Love, Again: A Cedar Falls Anniversary Session

Alyssa and Joe escaped to the Hocking Hills to celebrate their anniversary.

Lake Logan Hocking Hills Romantic Summer Engagement Beach Session

Beach Engagement Photos at Lake Logan Ohio

Kaiden and Kylie's engagement session was beautiful, bathed in the warm glow of sunset.

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Tree Hugs & True Love: OMC Engagement

Nestled among the towering trees and ancient rock formations of Old Man's Cave, Lauren & Dan's photo session included literal tree hugs.

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Ash Cave's Dark & Snowy Engagement

Brittany and Drew's Ash Cave engagement session was a winter wonderland adventure. The waterfall gushed down the cliff face, creating a spectacle.

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Anniversary Portraits at Dunlap Hollow

Lexi and Isaac journeyed to Dunlap Hollow in Hocking Hills, Ohio. The iconic A-frame cabin provided a cozy setting for their anniversary portraits.

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Wandering Weddings

Hayleigh & Dana's AdventurousElopement to Ash Cave.

WeddingDay Magazine

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

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WeddingDay Magazine

Think Outside the Box With This Romantically Edgy Ohio Elopement.

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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