Michigan Elopement Photographer
for Nature Lovers, Alternative Souls & wild Romantics
Upper Peninsula Elopement expert
Creative storytelling Photography
Elope in the Wild Upper Peninsula
Some of us were never meant for the scripted path.
We need the woods, the sky, the water.
We need space to feel and to remember who we are.
If that’s you… welcome. You’re in the right place.
Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula offers the perfect location: a place that hums with old energy, where nature speaks softly and the light tells stories. Let’s adventure into the heart of nature, where your spirit and your love story can soar freely. Ready for an amazing and magical experience?
There’s a current beneath everything. An ancient pull toward what’s real.
Come as you are. Let the story unfold.
Keweenaw Peninsula • Western UP • Northern Wisconsin • And Beyond
Michigan Elopement Photographer
for Couples Who Crave Magic and Meaning
I’m Andrea, a Michigan elopement photographer and artist crafting soulful images in the wild places of the Upper Peninsula. My photography is for couples seeking magic, mystery, and meaning on the most sacred day of their lives
To me, photography is more than images. It’s art woven from emotion, light, and the hush of the natural world. I believe your elopement deserves to feel sacred, deeply personal, and entirely your own. I’m here as your artistic guide to help you create a day that feels like memory and magic intertwined.
For over a decade, I’ve been co-crafting elopements across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, inspired by the Keweenaw’s rugged forests, endless shorelines, and quiet places few people ever see.
I live here on the Keweenaw Peninsula with my little family in a historic (and haunted) house. When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll probably find me collecting rocks, foraging for wild mushrooms, or reading in my hammock by the lake.
A Different Kind of Elopement Experience
An elopement with me isn’t just about getting beautiful photos. It’s about creating a wedding experience that feels totally personal, meaningful, and magical for you. If you’re just looking for “a few good photos”, I’m probably not the right photographer. But if you care about being intentional with your time, about slowing down and really being present with your partner and the land around you, then you’re in the right place.
You’re not here for stiff poses or picture-perfect backdrops. You’re here for an experience that feels true to who you are. One that helps you connect more deeply with each other, with nature, and with the sacredness of this moment in your lives. You want to make real memories. To explore, to get a little messy, to lean into emotion and adventure.
If that sounds like you, I’m here to help you craft something unforgettable and to document it in a way that feels honest, soulful, and true. The photos we make together will be so much more than images. They’ll be a reflection of the story you actually lived.
Close your eyes and just imagine…
You and your partner are standing in a place older than time. Sunlight warms your skin while Lake Superior roars beside you, wild and steady. The trees witness you. Rocks, water, and sky lean in with quiet blessings.
You open your eyes. Your person stands before you. There is light in their eyes, steadiness in their hands. You reach out. You say yes, not just with words, but with true presence and all of your heart.
This isn’t just a ceremony. It’s a beginning.
A threshold.
A remembering.
Here in the wilds of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, you were free to slow down. To feel it all. To begin this next chapter not in a rush, but in reverence.
Start Planning Your Own Michigan Elopement
Planning your own Michigan elopement and not sure where to start? I’ve got you.
I’ve created an in-depth guide that covers everything you need to know: from legal tips to breathtaking locations, seasonal advice, and how to make your day uniquely yours.
Why Lume Photography?
This isn’t just about getting great photos- it’s about creating a space where you can relax, be yourselves, and really soak in your experience. I’m not here to pose you all day or make things feel performative. I’m here to guide you gently, help things flow naturally, and hold space for the moments that matter.
From the start, I’ll help with the things that feel big and overwhelming, like choosing a location, building a timeline, or figuring out how to make the day feel personalized and intentional. I’ll get to know you, learn what feels right for your energy, and make sure the whole process feels simple and supported.
I keep things easy-going and clear, so you never feel like you’re guessing what happens next. And on the day of your elopement, I’ll be there not just as your photographer, but as a calming presence, your backup plan, your biggest fan, and your reminder to slow down and be here.
When it’s all over, you’ll have images that bring you right back. Not just to what it looked like, but what it felt like. The energy. The emotion. The magic in the middle of it all.
You could choose any Michigan elopement photographer. But here’s the truth: my work is different because I’m different.
But don’t just take my word for it…
Where I Work
I photograph elopements and intimate weddings all across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, including places like the Keweenaw Peninsula, Copper Harbor, Marquette, Pictured Rocks, and hidden spots along Lake Superior’s rugged shores and deep forests.
Most people don’t realize just how vast the Upper Peninsula is. The Keweenaw is my specialty because it’s home for me, and I know its secret trails, quiet beaches, and moody forests like the back of my hand. Places like Marquette or Pictured Rocks are incredible, but they’re a full day trip (or two) away and not just a quick drive up the road.
These places aren’t just scenic backdrops. They’re sacred spaces, alive with stories waiting to unfold. I’ll help you find hidden trails, perfect light, and a rhythm for your day that feels entirely your own.
Though my heart belongs to Michigan’s wild north, I’m always open to travel. Whether you dream of exchanging vows beneath redwoods in California, or in a misty Scottish glen, I’d love to help you discover magical places anywhere in the world where your story feels at home.
Featured Elopements in the Upper Peninsula
How To Get Started
I keep things easy, stress-free, and fun, so you can focus on enjoying the experience, not worrying about the details. Here’s how it all comes together:
If you’re longing for something slower, more meaningful, more you… you’re in the right place.
If you’re looking for a photographer who gets the emotional weight of this kind of day, and who can help you plan something intentional, calm, and totally aligned. I’d love to connect! Your elopement deserves to feel like you, not like a checklist.