what is an elopement?
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what is an elopement? 〰
your elopement is your day—
no rules, no expectations ✨
it’s all about the celebration of YOU.
to “elope” means to “do you”
—that means your elopement can be
muddy, wet, wild adventure through the mountains
a quiet ceremony in a botanical garden with celebratory drinks
a raging dance party with all your friends
whatever makes you feel alive, in love with your life & present. in your love
tell your story 〰 celebrate your magic
mar was able to capture our relationship
and who we are in a way
we haven't done before…
I can't tell you how blown away
we were by not only the images
but the story they told.”
will & ashley
so how does this all work?
🪄 from the very first, you have 100% permission to be fully yourself. letting yourself breathe and be is the most important part.
1—let’s connect, for real.
over coffee, or over video— let’s connect. where did you meet, what is your story? what do you love most about each other, what makes you laugh the hardest? let’s get to know each other so we can give a full-body yes to each other!
2—reserve your date with a 40% deposit
after we’ve hit it off, I’ll send you a contract with deposit information so we are all on the same page—now it’s time to make your dream actually happen :)
3—*dream loading*
I’ll send you a timeline to look at and edit, vendors that I think align with your needs and vibe, and suggestions on how your vision can best come to life. I’m here to offer a judgment-free space, guide you through plan-making, and free you up to be yourself. whatever I can do to help, don’t hesitate to ask!
we’ll be in touch via email and text throughout the process, and next…
4—get married & enjoy your one wild life
everything has been dreamed, planned, and booked.
now it’s just time to enjoy your wedding day and celebrate your unique magic~
5—strolling through your memories
you’ll get sneak peeks within 24 hours, a slideshow within 30 days, your full gallery within 8 weeks, and your video within 10 weeks. look back on the story of you in every medium!
6—I’m rooting for you!
though your wedding day is over, I am always rooting for you and let’s keep in touch~
Frequently Asked Questions
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Hawai'i is a unique and beautiful place, and it's our job to steward it well. I'll be right by your side to guide you in cultural understanding, mālama ka ʻāina, and eloping ethically in the most beautiful place in the world. :)
there is a lot that goes into planning a destination elopement, so I'm here to help you with everything you need before you get here. when you arrive, all you’ll need to do is focus on being present and letting the world wash away in the face of your love.
if you want to start right away, check out my quick guide to eloping in Hawai’i!
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I can't promise any dates unless you reach out and ask, so I would reach out as soon as you know your dates or potential dates. Sometimes elopements can be a quick decision, and I totally get it--so even if you think it might be too late, please give me a call and let's see if we can create together!
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don't worry, all I ask of you is for you to be fully present with your lover and focus on all of the steamy magic between you. after all, the secret sauce? it's all in you. I'll just help tease it out. It's going to be incredible.
If you've come this far, it's clear we're already on the same page and it's going to be SO easy to just forget I'm there, let go of expectation, and focus on your one wild life!
if you still aren't sure how that works, check out this blog post for my formula for magical, effortless photos.
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weddings:
lesser-known fact: I actually shoot a lot of weddings with/for other photographers and have been shooting large weddings for 8+ years! I am very excited & comfortable with weddings under 100 people. my biggest passion is elopements because of the natural focus on the couple (you!) and what you want vs what people want for you… For that reason, I call myself an elopement photographer. but if you vibe with me & are having a more traditional wedding, please reach out! I would love to see if we are a good match 💛
other:
I love capturing love and life outside of marriage too! whether you're celebrating something with your boo or just because, check out this booking page to get into an adventure session with me~
I also serve Hawai’i Creatives, but that’s kind of out of scope here haha. if you want to check it out though, here it is!
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Yes, I do! My website is totally geared towards Hawai’i weddings because this is where I live and prefer to work, but if you want to bring me to/with you, I am so open to the idea!!
I love travelling & would be stoked to hear your plans and dreams for getting married anywhere in the world!
Places with no/limited travel fees include: Japan, Seattle, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York
welcome to your dream elopement day, ethical, breezy + easy! by booking in with me, you’ll get:
+ a customised experience, tailored to you and for your unique story
+ pre-wedding meet (whether it is in-person with coffee or over video and drinks—let’s spill the tea & get you feeling confident about your big day)
+ unlimited access to me for planning and adventure needs~
+ packages start at 2 hours; custom options available to fit your unique celebrations
+ vendor recommendations
+ location and planning assistance
+ images ready for printing + for sharing in 60 days
+ printed photos and videography add-ons available
+ all permit fees included
prices range from $950-7,950
Your Hawaiʻi Elopement
add on videography to your wedding or elopement package!
video that:
☁️ keeps your spoken vows in a beautiful place
✨ is easy to watch, again and again
☁️ is easy to share with family and friends
✨ doesn’t require working with a whole other vendor
☁️ lets you relive your day in movement
click through more resources here!
let’s make your dreams happen
let’s tell it, the story of the real you—
marmizunaka@gmail.com
@mar.mizunaka
