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DITCH THE TRADITIONAL
Build the elopement
of your dreams with us
We’re your guides along this big adventure
We will help you craft, photograph, and film the elopement that feels just like your love
WE DIDN’T FIT THE MOLD -
AND I BET YOU DON’T EITHER
We wish we had eloped. The thing is that I (Hi, Caitlyn here!) didn’t
even know what elopements were and even though our wedding was
“Us” in many ways, it felt like a ball of stress wrapped a lack of
support.
After talking to other people we realized what exactly the experience
that we were missing was: elopements! We both set ourselves on a
adventure of a lifetime to help other couples feel exactly the opposite
of how we walked away from our wedding and create something
truely out of a dream.
Your elopement should not only be it’s own adventure but it should be
a perfect fit for their personalities and wild hearts.
We wish we had eloped. The thing is that I (Hi, Caitlyn here!) didn’t even know what elopements were and even though our wedding was “Us” in many ways, it felt like a ball of stress wrapped a lack of support.
After talking to other people we realized what exactly the experience that we were missing was: elopements! We both set ourselves on a adventure of a lifetime to help other couples feel exactly the opposite of how we walked away from our wedding and create something truely out of a dream.
Your elopement should not only be it’s own adventure but it should be a perfect fit for their personalities and wild hearts.
After needing to sneak away
we never looked back
After needing to sneak away we never looked back
xoxo Chad & Caitlyn
We pinky promise and cross our hearts...
Here at Wilder West Elopements we are committed to help couples have a
stress free elopement experience that is meaningful and feels like them.
and artistically capture the moments you'll cherish forever.
Here at Wilder West Elopements we are committed to help couples have a stress free elopement experience that is meaningful and feels like them. and artistically capture the moments you'll cherish forever.
I'm Caitlyn!!
I’m the founder, elopement wizard, and lead photographer and planner!
behind Wilder West Elopements (she/her)
I’m the founder, elopement wizard, and lead photographer and planner!
I like to say that I eat, sleep, and breathe elopements because let's be real- I do!
II like to say that I eat, sleep, and breathe elopements because let's be real- I do! I’ve been photographing elopements in Sedona since 2017. I’ve been lucky enough to capture over 250 elopements over the years!
Where did my passion for elopements come from? Our own micro-wedding in Olympic National Park in Washington State- yep, where Twilight took place! I’ve always taken the path less traveled so it was no surprise to our families when we decided to embark on a 25 hour roadtrip to get married in the wilderness of Washington! Our non-traditional wedding sparked something in me and I wanted to be a part of more epic adventures, helping couples have the wedding experience of their dreams out in nature!
When I’m not photographing, planning, or editing elopements you can find me…
* chasing our kids and dogs on our homestead or a nearby trail
* Daydreaming about our next adventure whether that’s a camping trip to Colorado or Moab or an international trip to learn about a new culture (yeah we are those crazy people who travel with young kids!)
* Trying out a new recipe in the kitchen or baking something good
* In my garden trying to grow some beautiful flowers and vegetables
* Escaping reality by diving into a romantasy book (any throne of glass lovers out there?!)
I like to say that I eat, sleep, and breathe elopements because let's be real- I do! I’ve been photographing elopements in Sedona since 2017. I’ve been lucky enough to capture over 250 elopements over the years!
Where did my passion for elopements come from? Our own micro-wedding in Olympic National Park in Washington State- yep, where Twilight took place! I’ve always taken the path less traveled so it was no surprise to our families when we decided to embark on a 25 hour roadtrip to get married in the wilderness of Washington! Our non-traditional wedding sparked something in me and I wanted to be a part of more epic adventures, helping couples have the wedding experience of their dreams out in nature!
When I’m not photographing, planning, or editing elopements you can find me…
* chasing our kids and dogs on our homestead or a nearby trail
* Daydreaming about our next adventure whether that’s a camping trip to Colorado or Moab or an international trip to learn about a new culture (yeah we are those crazy people who travel with young kids!)
* Trying out a new recipe in the kitchen or baking something good
* In my garden trying to grow some beautiful flowers and vegetables
* Escaping reality by diving into a romantasy book (any throne of glass lovers out there?!)
Hey there, I’m Chad!
I'm the proud husband to Caitlyn, human, chicken, and pup dad to Max and Harry! (he/him)
I'm the proud husband to Caitlyn
human, chicken, and pup dad to Max and Harry!
I caught onto Caitlyn's passion for elopements and starting working alongside her providing videos in 2020. We love how it feels like a double date with each couple and we get to explore in one of the most beautiful places in the Southwest!
I share the same feelings about our wedding experiences as Caitlyn and I've seen how special and unique elopements can be for each couple and it's incredible. It's really awesome to be able to capture elopements in video form- there's nothing like being able to hear your vows again or see drone footage of such a special area. You can expect me to get epic shots by doing some mountain goat maneuvering on a cliff edge.
I love hiking, reading, woodworking, as well as work as a bio-medical engineer on the side. I'm always down for any adventure but you can always expect for me to be reading a Sci-Fi book with a good cup of Joe or local brewery beer, depending on the occasion! I’m also passionate about traveling and seeing the world, especially now with our kids!
I caught onto Caitlyn's passion for elopements and starting working alongside her providing videos in 2020. We love how it feels like a double date with each couple and we get to explore in one of the most beautiful places in the Southwest!
I share the same feelings about our wedding experiences as Caitlyn and I've seen how special and unique elopements can be for each couple and it's incredible. It's really awesome to be able to capture elopements in video form- there's nothing like being able to hear your vows again or see drone footage of such a special area. You can expect me to get epic shots by doing some mountain goat maneuvering on a cliff edge.
I love hiking, reading, woodworking, as well as work as a bio-medical engineer on the side. I'm always down for any adventure but you can always expect for me to be reading a Sci-Fi book with a good cup of Joe or local brewery beer, depending on the occasion! I’m also passionate about traveling and seeing the world, especially now with our kids!
IF THESE FEEL TRUE TO YOU, WE WILL GET ALONG JUST PEACHY
Real hearts mean real values
01.
TRUE AND DEEP
Connection
You’re welcome to be your true
selves & we promise that we’ll
do the same.
02.
EXPERIENCES
OVER THINGS
We value making memories
that’ll last a lifetime over fads
that come and go.
03.
Creating a Safe
& Supportive Space
We are LGBTQIA+ affirming & We
believe that Black Lives Matter. You
are loved here.
04.
Keeping Things
Stress Free
We’re here for you every
step of the way during you
elopement adventure!
A peek into our life!
Here’s what they’re saying...
When we first called Caitlyn, we immediately
knew our crazy dream could
become a reality
When we first called Caitlyn, we immediately knew our crazy dream could become a reality
It felt like we were hanging out with one of our closest friends. Caitlyn made us feel so extremely comfortable and
had the entire day planned ahead of time. She has such a calm and welcoming personality which helped my
anxiety a ton! When we got up to Cathedral Rock she had champagne ready for pictures and the timing was
PERFECT to enjoy the sunset! I could not imagine our day going any more perfect.
It felt like we were hanging out with one of our closest friends. Caitlyn made us feel so extremely comfortable and had the entire day planned ahead of time. She has such a calm and welcoming personality which helped my anxiety a ton! When we got up to Cathedral Rock she had champagne ready for pictures and the timing was PERFECT to enjoy the sunset! I could not imagine our day going any more perfect.
KIRSTEN & JOEY
Here’s what they’re saying...
If you love adventure and are even *thinking* of eloping, book them NOW!
When we first called Caitlyn, we immediately knew our crazy dream could become a reality
Both she and her husband, Chad, are a stand-up team - they planned our elopement in two weeks, and helped us source locations, hair and makeup, florist, and even hooked us up with our awesome officiant, Kat! Not only is Caitlyn extremely talented, but she and Chad are also super nice and so down to earth, you'll come away with new friendships. Thank you guys, so so much, for being a part of "our village"!
It felt like we were hanging out with one of our closest friends. Caitlyn made us feel so extremely comfortable and had the entire day planned ahead of time. She has such a calm and welcoming personality which helped my anxiety a ton! When we got up to Cathedral Rock she had champagne ready for pictures and the timing was PERFECT to enjoy the sunset! I could not imagine our day going any more perfect.
Ashleigh & michael
Here’s what they’re saying...
Caitlyn took our elopement experience to the next level and gave us a day we will never forget.
When we first called Caitlyn, we immediately knew our crazy dream could become a reality
From the moment we had our first call with Caitlyn we knew she had to be our photographer. She is an exceptional photographer and a good human! She truly cares about her couples and wants to understand their unique stories and needs. Caitlyn was so much fun we could not stop saying “this is amazing” and “we feel like we know you!” the entire session.
It felt like we were hanging out with one of our closest friends. Caitlyn made us feel so extremely comfortable and had the entire day planned ahead of time. She has such a calm and welcoming personality which helped my anxiety a ton! When we got up to Cathedral Rock she had champagne ready for pictures and the timing was PERFECT to enjoy the sunset! I could not imagine our day going any more perfect.
joana & marlon
