We design unforgettable elopement experiences, personalized just for you.
If you're reading this, we're willing to bet that you're feeling overwhelmed by the thought of planning a traditional wedding. You're not alone! We've spoken to countless couples who crave simplicity and intimacy — a desire to escape the stress and chaos that accompany traditional weddings.
Eloping offers part of solution, but please hear us out — that decision alone is not enough.
You'll soon discover that creating your own intimate celebration is a lot more work than you expected. At this point there is a temptation to pick an elopement package with someone, somewhere that feels "close enough" to get married in the simplest way possible.
This is a surefire way to miss out on the perfect wedding day for you.
To have an intimate celebration that feels true to your love story, you're going to need an expert that knows exactly how to create an elopement experience personalized just for you.
elope away from the stress of planning a big wedding
Choosing to elope is about embracing a day that feels true to you—free from stress and full of meaning. But not all elopement packages are the same. Many rely on cookie-cutter plans or lack the depth of experience needed to guide you to your perfect day.
Some companies stick to generic, pre-packaged experiences that miss the mark, while others offer guidance that falls short—leaving you with a day that feels rushed or doesn’t reflect who you are as a couple. Your wedding day should never feel like a compromise.
At StoryBright, we do things differently. We believe your love story deserves intentionality, creativity, and care. With our personalized planning process and expert guidance, we’ll craft a day that’s entirely yours—uniquely beautiful, stress-free, and unforgettable.
From Mary & Brian — Sunrise elopement in the Blue Ridge Mountains
"If you want your love story told with the care it deserves, we would recommend StoryBright Films in a heartbeat."
Your to-do list? Have fun and enjoy the journey. We take care of the heavy lifting: location research, vendor connections, permits, and everything in between. All you need to do is pack your bags, show up, and say “I do.”
Planning with us is like having a chef create a custom dish just for you—crafted from your tastes, desires, and vision. Our empathy-driven approach uncovers what you truly want and turns it into an experience beyond what you imagined.
You don’t need everything figured out before reaching out. In a free planning consult, we’ll share insights, brainstorm together, and show you how close your dream elopement really is—and how simple it can be to make it happen.
From Sarah & Michael — Two-day elopement in Western NC
"Mark and Carolyn were so incredibly friendly and helpful from the start! They truly listened to my vision for our day and bent over backwards to ensure that all of our dreams for our wedding day came true!"
meet your experts in the craft of elopements.
From Emma & Trent — Elopement on the Blue Ridge Parkway
"Sara and Rebekah were the absolute best! We heard repeatedly from our guests how great they were, how clear the direction was, and how patient they were to get all the shots - and we completely agree! They made us feel so at ease to be ourselves and really saw every detail. "
From Shelby & Chad — Elopement in the Virginia Mountains
"Rebekah and Sara never made us feel rushed but kept us on schedule and had amazing ideas for pictures ... they handled the timeline and the logistics of everything which took off a lot of stress off our big day."
We believe in celebrating marriage in the beauty of God's Creation.
Psalm 95:4-5
Mark & Carolyn, Rebekah and Sara
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When you choose StoryBright, you’re not just hiring a photographer—you’re gaining a dedicated team. Every elopement begins with Mark & Carolyn, who plan your day with care and precision, from brainstorming ideas to coordinating every detail.
On your elopement day, your photographer will be Mark, Rebekah, or Sara—team members trained to deliver the same seamless, personalized experience. Unlike companies that rely on a revolving door of freelancers, we’re a close-knit team. Rebekah and Sara have worked alongside us for over 3 years, mastering every detail of how we craft and bring elopements to life.
With Rebekah’s nurturing presence and Sara’s adventurous energy, you’ll feel supported and cared for every step of the way. More than just photographers, they’re your guiding light on your day and trusted companions.
At StoryBright, we don’t just capture photos—we create moments and memories as unique as your love story. Your dream day is closer than you think. Reach out and let’s make it a reality, together!
Introducing... the StoryBright Team
A completely personalized elopement experience, featuring expertly curated location recommendations, a guided planning process, and tailored vendor and rental home suggestions; with 1:1 personal support from planning partners who bring the expertise of over 100 elopements; seamless day-of coordination; and photography that feels authentically you.
We eliminate the guesswork so you can relax, enjoy the journey, and trust that every detail of your day will be perfect.
Documentary, storytelling, and cinematic. There’s nothing like seeing the movement of your day and hearing your spoken vows to experience your day all over again!
Highlights Film (videography upgrade)
Opt for a gorgeous heirloom in our handcrafted albums, personally designed just for you. These are made in the US and come with a lifetime guarantee!
Handcrafted Albums (upgrade)
Our gallery is connected to our top-rated professional print labs so you can directly order as you like.
Order prints with ease
All your digital images are delivered in a stunning online gallery that lets you relive your day effortlessly, with every photo yours to keep, download, and print as you wish.
Photos that are forever yours
A little secret about the way we work with poses — we create an environment for you that feels welcoming so you naturally lean into it. Then what we capture is authentic and just feels right!
We lead you in a fun & natural experience
We are highly empathetic and sense when to step back for you to have a private moment, capturing the genuine emotions that unfold while you forget we’re there.
Candid moments, perfectly timed
Photography That Feels Like You
No big wedding rushed timelines here. Think of our timeline as a framework, not a rulebook. We’ll make sure everything flows smoothly while you focus on soaking it all in.
Flexible timelines, not rigid schedules
From managing vendors to keeping guests in the loop, we handle the details so you don’t have to.
Proactive, behind the scenes management
We adjust the timeline intentionally to let your day unfold organically—whether it’s pausing for a heartfelt moment or an impromptu coffee stop!
Space for moments that matter
Expert Day-of Coordination for a Stress-free day
This is our go-to resource, capturing our experience from over 100 elopements, for everything from travel tips to attire suggestions and packing lists.
The StoryBright Planning Guide
Rely on our extensive on-the-ground experience to avoid crowds, anticipate weather & have multiple contingency plans at the ready for peace of mind.
Real-world expertise to prepare for the unexpected
From hair and makeup artists & private chefs to hot air balloon companies, epic vacation rentals and more, we connect you with the right ones for your needs so you don’t have to get bogged down in this research.
Tailored, local vendor recommendations
Our system keeps everything moving seamlessly, with bite-sized planning steps for you while we manage the big picture behind the scenes.
Effortlessly organized
We curate the world of possibilities into a simple to understand document; showing you just the right level of detail so you can decide on your elopement day plan with confidence.
Clear, detailed itinerary ideas
As a boutique elopement company, we work directly with you to create your dream day! We’re available by email, text or video chat for personalized attention. You won’t be passed around or left waiting, like with bigger companies—you’ll always have our full focus.
1:1 Personal Support by Mark & Carolyn
Your Dedicated Elopement Planning Partners
We keep an updated list of all the best elopement and small wedding friendly rental homes out there, to recommend the best fit for you. We’re Airbnb hosts ourselves and have countless host connections!
Extensive unique venue and rental home connections
Creative ideas, streamlined into an intentional plan tailored to you.
Guided planning process with a purpose
Skip the endless Google searches & Pinterest boards. From epic spots in the wild to event-friendly rentals, we handpick locations that match your style and needs.
Expertly curated location recommendations
No idea where to start? We take your initial thoughts—no matter how vague—and transform them into a celebration that feels uniquely yours.
We transform your vision into reality
Your Custom Designed Elopement Experience
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Your custom designed Elopement Experience
$5,700 for a 4 hour experience to
$11,000 for multi-day experiences.
Our travel is included!
Customized Packages range from:
Extensive unique venue and rental home connections
Guided, stress-free planning process
Curated, hand-picked location recommendations
Expert guidance to transform your vision into reality
We take your vision, no matter how vague, and create a personalized celebration that feels uniquely yours—complete with curated locations, tailored recommendations, and intentional planning.
Your Dedicated Elopement Planning Partners
The StoryBright Planning Guide
Real-world expertise to prepare for the unexpected
Tailored, local vendor recommendations
Effortless & organized planning experience
Clear, detailed & documented itinerary ideas
1:1 Personal Support by Mark & Carolyn
With direct, 1:1 support from Mark & Carolyn, clear & documented itinerary ideas & backup plans, complete reference guide, and tailored vendor connections, we make planning stress-free and enjoyable from start to finish.
Expert Day-of Coordination for a Stress-free day
From managing timelines to letting moments unfold naturally, we ensure your elopement day flows effortlessly so you can focus on being present.
Photography That Feels Like You
Whether with Mark & Carolyn, Rebekah or Sara, it's an authentic & fun experience—your images will capture the essence of your day, delivered with printing rights to keep and treasure forever.
Maybe you're dreaming of a multi-day overlanding adventure by Jeep exploring secluded mountain peaks and waterfalls.
Or a week long adventure in Iceland; sightseeing by offroad tours, hiking, gravel biking and staying in epic Airbnbs all along the way.
Or you want to combine a small intimate wedding with family & a two-day adventure for the two of you...
If it's on your mind, we're here to make it happen!
Completely Customized packages
While we LOVE the outdoors, the reality of getting married in far off places means you have to do without some of the comforts of a traditional wedding venue.
Or do you?
For most* of our elopements, our van comes along for the ride. This means you'll always have:
A private place to change.
A clean restroom at the ready.
Need to shower? Got you covered.
Want to keep your picnic cold? Use our fridge.
Getting cold out and need to warm up? Let's turn on the heat and make some coffee for you.
We really mean it when we say we're here to show you an amazing time!
Meet Our Van: The ultimate Elopement support vehicle.
Included when you book with Mark & CArolyn!*
*Our van cannot make it to some off-road destinations. Exclusions may apply.
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Watch this completely unscripted testimonial to find out!
- Emma C.
StoryBright Films made our wedding day so special! Mark and Carolyn really listened to us to create a perfect and detailed plan for the day that saved untold amounts of stress and even included spot-on vendor recommendations! Sara and Rebekah came to do photography/videography and were the absolute best! They braved a very foggy mountain early in the morning to meet us. We heard repeatedly from our guests how great they were, how clear the direction was, and how patient they were to get all the shots - and we completely agree! They made us feel so at ease to be ourselves and really saw every detail. Sara and Rebekah blew away all of our expectations for wedding/elopement photography and set a new high bar.
"Absolute best!"
- MacKenzie S.
Our elopement would not have been possible without Mark and Carolyn. When we initially met with them, we didn’t have a vision in mind. We just knew we wanted a small elopement with our immediate family and a few friends. After sending us a questionnaire and sample galleries of other weddings they had done, we decided on locations for our day. They helped us find VRBO’s, catering, an officiant, etc. Without them, I highly doubt our day would have been even remotely close to what it was. Their attention to detail is unmatched. They made sure every single “want” of ours was accomplished. They crafted a perfect timeline that allowed us to enjoy our day together. Not to mention plans B-Z if the weather began to act up, or for any other unforeseen events. We highly recommend StoryBright to any couple considering eloping!
"Their attention to detail is unmatched!"
- Meagan R.
"My husband and I wanted a small, intimate wedding that truly felt like "us." We also wanted the planning process and the day-of to be as least stressful as possible! Obviously, we also wanted amazing pictures to commemorate our day. With Mark and Carolyn's help, we were able to put together the most beautiful day that fulfilled everything we could have hoped for! They made everything so easy and enjoyable, I honestly could not imagine having gone through the process with anyone else. Our family originally felt that we had paid too high a price for photographers, but after experiencing the day planned and coordinated by Mark and Carolyn, they agreed that the service was well worth the price even before seeing how the pictures came out! Of course, the photos were also incredible!! "
"Well worth the price!"
Why you will love eloping with us
Take the first step by sharing your dreams and ideas with us, even if they’re still taking shape! Reaching out early allows us to help you uncover all the amazing possibilities before narrowing down your vision.
Book your free planning consult with us to uncover what’s possible. Couples often say this call brings them incredible clarity and excitement—it’s where your vision truly begins to take shape!
We’ll transform your thoughts into a seamless, personalized experience, uncovering ideas you hadn’t even considered along the way. Together, we’ll create a day full of meaning, joy, and unforgettable moments—just like your love story.
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Psalm 95:4-5
Mark & Carolyn
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Your Dedicated Elopement Planners, Photographers, and Experience Creators
