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Because I know you’re going to be SO excited to see your elopement photos, and I don’t want you waiting forever to reliv...
10/16/2026

Because I know you’re going to be SO excited to see your elopement photos, and I don’t want you waiting forever to relive all those amazing moments.

That’s why I send you home with Polaroids, deliver sneak peeks within 48 hours of your elopement, followed by your full, professionally edited gallery within 6 weeks!

And here’s a little fun fact: I used to edit for larger photography companies, so I bring that experience to every gallery I personally hand-select and edit.

From the first sneak peeks to the final gallery, I put a lot of care into making sure your photos tell the story of your day.

10/12/2026

Alaska elopements are a whole different kind of adventure….

Anchorage is one of those places that makes you want to stop everywhere on the side of the road because it’s all so dang scenic. If you’re dreaming of an adventurous Alaska elopement surrounded by incredible scenery, this spot in Anchorage definitely deserves a place on your list.

8 hours might sound like a lot of time, but that’s kind of the point.An 8 hour Colorado elopement isn’t about spending e...
10/07/2026

8 hours might sound like a lot of time, but that’s kind of the point.
An 8 hour Colorado elopement isn’t about spending eight straight hours posing for photos. It’s about having enough time to actually enjoy your wedding day.
There’s time for the stuff you expect on a wedding day AND the little adventures, random stops, snacks, laughs, quiet moments, changing plans, and everything else that happens in between.
We’re not trying to fill eight hours.
The whole point is having enough time that we don’t have to.
Swipe through, and I’ll show you what I mean 👉
And if you’re thinking okay, but what would the actual timeline look like? I have a full sample 8 hour Colorado elopement timeline on the blog!

When you’re the star of the mom & dad’s photoshoot 🐾
10/03/2026

When you’re the star of the mom & dad’s photoshoot 🐾




A moment for this elopement....🤩Ouray, Colorado is pretty hard to beat for an elopement backdrop. 🏔️ Turquoise alpine wa...
09/30/2026

A moment for this elopement....🤩

Ouray, Colorado is pretty hard to beat for an elopement backdrop. 🏔️ Turquoise alpine water, colorful mountains, and views that make the whole place look almost unreal.

If you’re dreaming of a Colorado mountain elopement with a little adventure, Ouray belongs on your list. This little corner of the San Juan Mountains has some seriously incredible Colorado elopement locations to explore.








Models: Utah Model Couple - Jadyn & Camry McBride
Curator: Elope Academy | Elopement Retreats & Business Coach

The long-anticipated (and final) PART 3! 🎉So, Part 3 might have some of my favorite Colorado scenery of the entire serie...
09/28/2026

The long-anticipated (and final) PART 3! 🎉

So, Part 3 might have some of my favorite Colorado scenery of the entire series.
We’re heading west to Crested Butte, Aspen, Ouray, and Palisade.

If you’re dreaming about wildflowers and colorful mountain scenery, put Crested Butte on your list.

Want iconic alpine views, golden aspens, and places like Maroon Bells? Helloooo Aspen.

If towering peaks, waterfalls, mountain passes, and Jeep roads sound more like your kind of adventure, Ouray and the San Juan Mountains are REALLY hard to beat.

And then there’s Palisade. 🍑
Vineyards, orchards, mesas, warmer weather, and Colorado w**e country make it such a fun option if you want something completely different from the traditional Colorado mountain elopement.

That’s one of my favorite things about helping couples find places to elope in Colorado. You don’t have to choose a location just because it’s the place everyone else goes.
Choose the place that makes you excited about what you can actually experience there.

So out of the Western Colorado crew...
Crested Butte, Aspen, Ouray, or Palisade?

Where are you eloping?

Save this for your Colorado elopement planning!



Want those BIG Colorado mountain views? Part 2 is for you.Some of my favorite places to elope in Central Colorado are Br...
09/04/2026

Want those BIG Colorado mountain views? Part 2 is for you.

Some of my favorite places to elope in Central Colorado are Breckenridge + Summit County, Leadville, Buena Vista, and Salida.
And while they’re all mountain destinations, they definitely don’t give you the exact same experience.
Summit County gives you SO many options around Breckenridge, Dillon, Frisco, Silverthorne, and Keystone. Leadville brings alpine scenery and historic Colorado charm. Buena Vista has huge mountain views, lakes, and plenty of room for adventure. And Salida gives you mountains, the Arkansas River, and one of my favorite little Colorado towns to explore afterward.
This is also where you can make the drive itself part of your elopement day.
Explore a mountain pass. Go off-roading. Stop somewhere because the view is freaking amazing. Hike to a lake. Wander through town. Grab a b**r. Have a picnic somewhere ridiculously pretty.
Your Colorado elopement location doesn’t have to be one single spot where you show up, say your vows, take photos, and leave.
You can actually experience the place you’re getting married.
So where are we going?
Breckenridge + Summit County, Leadville, Buena Vista, or Salida?
Save this for later and stay tuned for Part 3: Western Colorado!



New here? Hi!! I’m Lauren 👋💙 I’m the photographer behind Lasting Embers Photography, and if you’re wondering who you’d a...
09/03/2026

New here? Hi!! I’m Lauren 👋💙

I’m the photographer behind Lasting Embers Photography, and if you’re wondering who you’d actually be spending your elopement day with… here’s a little about me!
I’m a Colorado elopement photographer, dog mom to Daisy 🐾, scuba diver, avid traveler, lover of good food, and someone who is always down to explore somewhere new.
Outside of photography, I love thriller novels, a good Chipotle burrito bowl, LOTR, working out, and traveling any chance I get. I will happily spend my day hiking through the mountains and then spend my evening on the couch watching a scary movie or cartoons 😂
I’ve also been told I’m a “textbook Sagittarius,” so… do with that information what you will. 😂♐️
Give me mountains, a road trip, a cool trail, or the chance to get underwater with some sharks or sea critters, and I’m happy 😂

When I’m behind the camera, I care about a lot more than just taking beautiful photos. I want to get to know you (and your dog), help you plan a day you’re genuinely excited about, find incredible places to explore, and document all the little pieces of it along the way.
I spend a LOT of time exploring Colorado and scouting locations firsthand, from mountain passes and alpine lakes to waterfalls, forests, overlooks, and little mountain towns. 🏔️ And if you want to bring your dog along? Even better. 😂🐾
Basically, I’m here for couples who want beautiful photos and a really freaking good time getting them.
Swipe through to get to know me, see some of the places I photograph, learn a little about what it’s like to work with me, and read some kind words from the amazing humans who have trusted me with their days. 🤍

And since you now know a bunch of random things about me, tell me something random about YOU in the comments!


Looking for the best places to elope in Colorado without heading hours into the mountains? Start with the Front Range. 🏔...
09/02/2026

Looking for the best places to elope in Colorado without heading hours into the mountains? Start with the Front Range. 🏔️
For Part 1 of my favorite Colorado elopement locations, we’ve got Boulder, Estes Park + Rocky Mountain National Park, Evergreen, Golden, and South Valley Park.
And I love the front range because there is SO much variety not too far from Denver and Denver international airport.
You can exchange vows surrounded by mountain views in Boulder, explore the Rockies around Estes Park, disappear into the forests around Evergreen, grab a b**r in Golden after your ceremony, or trade the classic mountain backdrop for the red sandstone scenery at South Valley Park.
Plus, being closer to Denver can make things a whole lot easier if you’re flying into Colorado, bringing guests, or simply don’t want to spend half your day in the car.
As a Colorado elopement photographer, I’m always looking beyond just the view when helping couples choose a location. Accessibility, privacy, crowds, time of day, activities, and what you actually want to DO all matter too.
So which Front Range elopement location are you choosing? 👀
Boulder, Estes Park, Evergreen, Golden, or South Valley Park?
Save this for your Colorado elopement planning and stick around for Part 2!



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