Daryn & Brooke’s Dolomite Elopement
Congratulations - The biggest decision has already been made!
So happy you found each other to adventure through life with from here on out!
Now I know the planning stage can feel overwhelming and you’re already ‘over it’ - which is why I’m here to help you as much as humanly possible!
I love the sense of adventure and delight you share in each other and I want to do everything I can so you have the BEST TIME ELOPING!
Next I’m going to briefly introduce myself and work and then we’ll dive into some ideas for a Dolomite elopement should you decide to go for it!
Hey! I’m your Photographer, Natasha Cowden
Dang I’m so excited for you!
Lets craft an experience you’ll never forget,
something that’s authentically YOU.
I’ve been photographing couples for more than 15 years and what I love most is creating a stress-free environment & experience where you feel totally lost in your love and the adventure of it all.
I’m an outdoor enthusiast myself. Backpacking, camping, hiking, climbing, sizzling bacon over a wood fire, or sleeping under the stars, these are a few of my favorite things! I am constantly exploring new vistas to give you the best backdrops possible. These days, I get to bring my son (born May 2024) along on these adventures, too. Gotta start’em young! His first backpacking trip was at 3 months! I’m pretty proud of that :) My husband often accompanies me for photographing ventures either taking care of our son or being my second-shooter/manning the fun cameras. It’s an absolute blast to work together in serving couples like you.
Marriage & life together is just amazing and We’re HERE FOR IT!
“I wish I could give Natasha more than 5 stars, she was that amazing. She was more than a photographer for us-- kindly helping with vendors, suggesting locations for photos and dinner, giving us an itinerary, and being a general source of support. She captured the scenery of our beautiful state and blended that with beautiful, authentic portraits of us without unnatural staging and awkward poses. I got to hang out all day with my best friend and our love was reflected genuinely in each and every photo. Just wow'd by everything and cannot recommend her enough.”
— Kritty
“Natasha is an incredible photographer! Not only did she capture us perfectly, but she also handled logistics and communicated with us every step of the way. Thank you Natasha! We love the pictures!”
-Paul
Unforgettable Dolomite Adventure
I don’t think it’s possible to take a bad photo in the Dolomites so really anywhere you’d want to go will be incredible!
BUT since it’s a little overwhelming to think of all the spots - here’s a few I’d really love to go to and if you’re up for it, we can create the experience and itinerary to fit your desires.
August 9-12th I’ll be on the western side of the Dolomites,
Some beautiful areas there include:
1. Seceda Cable Car - (above) this is the spot I mentioned to you. We’d have to purchase tickets for the cable car but then we can ride the lift to be in the most epic backdrop ever without breaking a sweat. There are also a ton of Bike rental options here so you could elope here one day then come back to bike the trials.
2. A 40 minute drive from Seceda is Val Di Funes which offers some beautiful backdrops from the valley. I’ve linked a blog that talks about some of the options there.
3. Parco Naturale Paneveggio Pale di San Martino - It’s a national park and it also has mountain bike rentals. THIS website has a lot to offer while planning. If you like this spot I can dig in more to narrow down options for you.
5. When you’re feeling like having a city day, Trento has a lot to offer. I asked my airbnb host her suggestions and this is what she said. Trento's most famous monument is the Castello del Buonconsiglio (pictured above), where you can admire late medieval fresco ceiling. The Duomo, featuring a rose window and a Baroque chapel, stands in the square of the same name, which is also overlooked by Casa Cazuffi-Rella, a Renaissance structure with a frescoed façade.
A Map with the locations above
HERE’s a link to the google map if you want to explore on your own but here’s a visual
Eastern Dolomites
August 13-14
The eastern side of the Dolomites has two main options that I’d love to photograph in and you can hit both in the same day. (I’ll be arriving in this area on the 12th and leaving on the 15th so it’s possible to do a sunset on the 12th or sunrise on the 15th if desired.
Lago di Brais - This is ready made for elopements. You can reserve the space for 1.5 hours and for under $450 you’ll have a exclusive access to a platform for vows, floral decorations both at the ceremony site and in a boat you can take into the lake. HERE’s where you can see everything that’s included.
If you choose either of my top two packages below, I will book & cover the fees for this experience if the date is available!
Cadini di Misurina (below)- This view point is unreal. It is a 2 mile round trip hike with 690 feet elevation change
There is a $33 entree fee per vehicle to get in the national park. A bus is also possible. I think this would be an epic spot for sunset!
OMG YES! But How?
Fly into Milan or Innsbruck
If you’re coming from Milan, take a day or two in Trento to enjoy the castle, history and get adjusted to the timezone.
Choose your spot, On the west side I’d suggest either Lake Molveno or the Seceda/Val Di Funes combo. If you choose the second option we could do sunrise in one area, sunset in another and you could enjoy an afternoon in town with some local culture and cuisine (I’ll help you narrow down options for that too once you decide where you’d like to go). Both options on the eastern side would be possible to do in the same day so you wouldn’t have to choose!
Book accommodations and tickets. (I can help research what all you’ll need and help you with that process)
Get there and be ready for an epic adventure you’ll remember forever!
Elpement Photography Packages
Globetrotter
Craft the elopement experience of your dreams, the story you’ll be proud to show & tell for generations to come.
From sunrise to sunset I’m HERE for it and I’ll help you plan everything!
12 Hour experience (can be split into 2 days)
Worldwide travel included
Planning & logistic support
Luxury Experience for Two (doesn’t have to be luxury - this to be a mountain bike experience instead!)
35 mm Film Coverage
Day-Of Sneak Peeks sent to your phone
12x12 Hand-crafted luxury album
16x20 Fine-Art Galleria (metal or framed)
Online Gallery
Keepsake USB Box with all of your memories
$9,400
Wanderlust
A slightly tamed version from the Globtrotter, this full-day experience gives you all the memories you’d want without feeling like you’re on a photoshoot all day.
8 Hours Coverage (can be split into two days)
Planning & Logistic support
10x10 Album
16x20 canvas print
Day-Of Sneak Peeks sent to your phone!
Online Gallery
Keepsake USB Box with all your images
$6,800
Serendipity
This package is a perfect half-day for those who still want a fun and laid back experience but don’t want to be out as long. We can still pack in some epic adventures - hike somewhere amazing, drive to a few different vistas to create unique and beautiful moments you two will remember (and frame) forever. I’ll help you all along the way to craft the day exactly as you want it!
6 Hours Coverage
Day-Of Sneak Peeks sent to your phone
Online Gallery
Keepsake USB Box with all your images
$5,400
Bon Voyage
Are you thinking, “I just need a few photos in a scenic backdrop to remember this moment by but I don’t want a photographer for the whole day,” then this package is for you!
3 Hour
Planning & logistic support
Sneak Peeks within 24 hours
Online Gallery
$3,800
Are we vibing?
My philosophy of photography is simple-I want to capture the beauty that is, because life is beautiful, and so are you!
Do you dig highly curated? Hyper edited? Magazine cover air-brushed? Nope, me neither. Let’s capture the authentic, the vibrant and the real instead!
While there’s a gazillion photographers out there, I believe strongly in giving every couple a customized, incredible experience so that you can have photos that authentically tell your unique love story.
Plus…
I’ve got a passport, hiking boots, backpack and wanderlust
All my packages include my travel - no hidden/surprise fees
All packages include ALL your photos so that you can enjoy all the in-between moments, the authentic laughter, the silly glances that truly capture your dynamic.
You have full rights to download/print/share your photos as you wish, (I’ve never been a fan of charging for prints and limiting couples in the memories they get to keep)
I’ve been to a plethora of weddings (literally triple digits), sessions and mountain trails & I bring all my expertise to help you plan your elopement experience. I’m an open book, ready to help you and take as much stress off you as possible.
I’ll carry the backpack
I’ll be your tour guide - just lmk where you want to explore, I’ll do the research and provide options for you to design the perfect experience.
You receive your photos quickly, not only will you get sneak peeks within 24 hours of your session so that you can instantly showcase this incredible moment of your life, but you’ll have your gallery in less than 6 weeks (often it’s much earlier).
I hope we can work together!
No matter what you choose to do or where you choose to go. I hope you and your spouse have the absolute best time together!