“I will love you as the sea loves. In gentle waves and in ferocious storms.” ~ N. Frederickson
Puerto Rico Elopement Adventure
In 2019, before all the chaos of 2020, I attended the Photo Rehab workshop for photographers in Puerto Rico. Photo Rehab is a gathering of like-minded creatives, who get together in a different location each year to learn, practice, and just have a ton of fun together. I love the friends that I’ve made through Rehab- I’ve been going for the last three years.
Christine and Fernando, a real couple who live in Puerto Rico, were so happy to help us create this styled Puerto Rico elopement-styled inspiration. At the time they were engaged to be married and anxious for their upcoming wedding.
Nate and Megan of Cedar and Pines Photography, mentors at Photo Rehab, found this amazing off-the-beaten-path location, near Isabela, and directed the session.
Eloping in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is full of rich natural beauty. If you’re looking for an easily accessible tropical elopement location, you should definitely check it out. It was easy to get to since it’s part of the US. You don’t need a passport or have to worry about any international travel hassles.
Some parts of Puerto Rico have been damaged by the hurricanes and earthquakes they’ve had. But I found that the local people are super friendly, and grateful for visitors. It’s helpful to have someone who knows their way around help you plan your trip there, to guide you to the best and safest places.
Amazing Spiritual Energy
Even though this elopement was created just for photos, it felt absolutely real. Christine and Fernando wrote their own vows, and their love was positively electric. Being in this place, at this time, with these people, was pure magic.
The gorgeous natural scenery combined with the raw, intimate connection of this couple, made this inspiring styled Puerto Rico elopement one of my favorite sessions of the year.
Enjoy!
Hi! I’m Andrea!
photographer, storyteller, nature lover
Lume Photography is an elopement photographer and planner based in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Behind the camera, you’ll find me (Andrea)- photographer, forager, and paranormal enthusiast. My passion is documenting stories, emotions, and connection between humans & wild places. I’ve traveled to Costa Rica, Scotland, Puerto Rico, Banff, and beyond to photograph elopements, couples, and small destination weddings.
Andrea, these photos are GORGEOUS! You showcase their love so intimately and beautifully.
This is amazing! I love how you captured the individual portraits of the couple, and how it ended with portraits on the water. Puerto Rico is definitely on my list of places to travel, and would make an awesome vow renewal or anniversary spot, too!
Thanks, Sarah! You should definitely visit Puerto Rico!
Not needing a passport is honestly a big perk of eloping in Puerto Rico! I’d go back in a heartbeat! Or maybe even elope here myself one day!? Beautiful emotive photos.
Thank you, Julie!
I forgot to mention how awesome it is that you don’t need a passport to travel to Puerto Rico if you’re in the US!