The Love, Lorraine Journal

WEDDING AND ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY IN COLORADO, CALIFORNIA, WASHINGTON, AND WORLDWIDE

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San Sophia Overlook Wedding

Siena and Konnor’s San Sophia Overlook wedding shows how powerful it can be to stretch a celebration beyond a single day. Their Telluride wedding weekend blended time outdoors, meaningful gatherings, and a calm, intentional wedding day.

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Lauren Fletcher Lauren Fletcher

From the Road to the Roots: The Story Behind Love, Lorraine

Every season of our lives has shaped the way we see and tell stories. From building out our first van and living on the road to rediscovering what home means. Love, Lorraine has always been more than a business name; it’s a reflection of our journey, our values, and a tribute to the person who always encouraged me to chase even my wildest dreams. As we step into a new chapter, we’re sharing the story behind our name, and how our art continues to evolve with us.

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Lauren Fletcher Lauren Fletcher

Your Ultimate Guide to Eloping in Colorado: Tips from a Local Photographer

Eloping in Colorado gives you the freedom to create a wedding day that’s completely your own. Whether that means saying your vows on a secluded mountaintop, exploring alpine lakes, or celebrating with a small group of family and friends in a charming mountain town. With breathtaking landscapes, year-round adventure, and easy marriage laws, Colorado is one of the best places to elope. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about eloping in Colorado so you can plan an intentional and unforgettable elopement experience.

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Devan Lauerman Devan Lauerman

Trout Lake Telluride Elopement

When it comes to planning a Trout Lake Telluride elopement, we get it—the tug-of-war between wanting something intimate and private but also not being able to imagine your closest loved ones missing out on the day. It’s a tricky balance! We love helping couples find creative, meaningful ways to have the best of both worlds. There are many ways to make your elopement feel uniquely you, including just a handful of people in your adventure or finding unique ways to honor loved ones from afar.

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Whimsical Rocky Mountain National Park Elopement

This whimsical Rocky Mountain Park elopement was breathtaking, and we can’t stop thinking about it. The 8-hour shoot took us through Estes Park, Nederland, and Moraine Park. We enjoyed every ounce of helping this couple plan their day around things they love. Keep reading to see more from their day, including pizza and beer, and learn about summer elopements with wildflowers.

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Lauren Fletcher Lauren Fletcher

How To Elope in Washington: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide

Have you been considering an elopement in Washington? This guide has everything you need to know about eloping in Washington state, including where to elope, what time of year to consider, and even what to wear to your Washington Elopement! Dive into this guide and if you are sold on this beautiful state to host your elopement, contact us to start planning your dream wedding experience.

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Lauren Fletcher Lauren Fletcher

Rocky Mountain National Park Elopement

Randi and Patrick reached out to us last year about eloping in Colorado. Their dream was to get married in Rocky Mountain National Park. Lucky for them, there was a cancellation at Sprague Lake in October of 2022. We jumped at the opportunity to create their dream elopement day in Rocky Mountain National Park with their family and friends present!

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Lauren Fletcher Lauren Fletcher

Crested Butte, Colorado Elopement

Brooke and Cody traveled all the way from Florida to spend a week adventuring around Colorado. They enjoyed the food and drink in Denver, drove through numerous mountain towns, and checked off a bunch of their must see destinations all during their week long road trip in CO. Check out the blog to learn more about how you can elope in Colorado!

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Lauren Fletcher Lauren Fletcher

Olympic National Park Wedding

Katie and Quinn planned their dream elopement in Olympic National Park with their closest family and friends present. They started their day off in the Hoh Rainforest, with a first look among the mossy trees. Later in the day, they met their family and friends at Ruby Beach for their ceremony. For sunset, they spent some alone time together at Lake Crescent before heading back to Sequim for a celebratory dinner with everyone they invited to Washington.

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