september 25th 2027
new york city
A high-end, editorial urban elopement experience,. capture the grit and glamour of new york city across four carefully scouted locations.
My goal is to capture those moments in a way that feels timeless and true. I want you to look at your photos years from now and feel everything all over again—the butterflies, the laughter, the love. My goal is to capture those moments in a way that feels timeless and true. I want you to look at your photos years from now and feel everything all over again—the butterflies, the laughter, the love.
Adventure isn't just found on mountain summits. Sometimes, the most thrilling experiences are set against the historic brick buildings, cobblestone streets, and glittering skylines of New York City. City elopements are modern and romantic.
Welcome to the NYC Editorial Content Day.
chic city streets.
your portfolio has been waiting for this...
We've designed four distinct editorial sessions capturing different moods of the city. Combining high-fashion styling with intimate, cinematic moments.
four curated shoots.
Pure urban romance
DUMBO Cobblestones at dawn
Capture our couple walking down empty, historic Brooklyn streets as the sunrise casts a warm, soft glow behind the Manhattan Bridge. Chic, high-fashion styling with a short, modern dress and a massive, flowing veil that catches the wind.
Shoot One - sunrise
Rooftop champagne toast
We finish the day on a private rooftop overlooking the Manhattan skyline. Capture the couple popping champagne and basking in the sunset glow.
Shoot four - golden hour
the classic yellow taxi
We'll rent an authentic, vintage yellow taxi cab for an intimate editorial session. Capture the couple laughing in the backseat, with reflections of the sparkling city lights dancing across the window.
Shoot two - mid morning
bethesda terrace vow exchange
We'll move to Central Park's Bethesda Terrace. Under the stunning tiled arches, our couple will exchange heartfelt vows. Focus on dramatic architecture and true-to-life moments.
Shoot three - afternoon
You will leave with content.
you will leave with community.
everything is handled.
You just show up and create.
what's included
sunrise to sunset itinerary
realisitc all-day elopements
4 distinct shoots / multiple locations
permit coordination
leave no trace education
new york city travel guide
private attendee community
small group experience
A full day planned from first light to golden hour, every moment intentional, every location scouted in advance.
Two complete elopement stories with real couples, not generic models. Getting ready, vows, portraits, and everything in between.
Two elopements sessions and two cinematic couples sessions across multiple carefully chosen, permit-approved locations.
A thorough walkthrough of LNT principles and the rules of photographing on public land, knowledge you will carry into every future session.
Immediate access to a private group with all attendees. Most people come solo, so this is where friendships and referral networks begin.
I handle all special use permits and location logistics so you can focus entirely on creating your best work.
A full digital guide covering where to stay, how to get there, local activities, and everything your future clients will want to know.
Shooting groups are intentionally kept small. No elbowing for position. No fighting for center shot. Just space to create.
the nyc itinerary
A highly optimized schedule to capture the magic of the city that never sleeps.
the timeline
6:00AM - dumbo sunrise
We meet on the cobblestone streets of DUMBO as dawn breaks. We document our first couple sharing an elegant first look with the Manhattan Bridge rising behind them.
dumbo brooklyn
9:00AM - vintage taxi session
Our classic yellow taxi cab arrives. We shoot intimate, cinematic moments of our couple in the backseat, moving through the historic, cast-iron streets of SoHo.
soho streets
12:30PM - Midday lunch & relax
A relaxed group lunch. We'll chat about the day and get a little break before beginning our second half of the content day.
west village
3:30PM - central park vows
Our second couple exchanges vows under the breathtaking tiled arches of Bethesda Terrace. Focus on dramatic architecture, lighting, and genuine connection.
bethesda terrace
6:00Pm - rooftop sunset & Toast
We finish the day on a private, skyline-view rooftop. Capture champagne popping, slow dancing, and the sparkling Manhattan lights turning on.
private balcony
one day. one investment.
A portfolio that pays for itself.
$850
pay in full or apply for a custom paument plan
only 5 spots remain
who are these content days designed for?
how is this different from a typical styled shoot?
what happens after I sign up for a content day?
what is your cancellation policy?
do you prioritize diversity and inclusivity?
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All timelines and locations are subject to change as permits are secured.
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who are these content days designed for?
The Elope Collective content days are created for elopement photographers at any stage. Whether you are just starting to niche into adventure elopements or you are an experienced shooter who needs fresh, realistic portfolio content. If you want to show poential clients what a real elopement day looks and feels like, this is for you.
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Styled shoots produce a handful of pretty images. An Elope Collective content day produces a full, realistic elopement gallery. From getting ready, to the hike in, to the vows, and everything in between. Your potential clients will be able to see themselves in the story, not just admire a pretty photo.
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what happens after I sign up for a content day?
You will immediately be added to a private attendee group chat!! A month before the content day, you will receive a full location and travel guide. All permit and logistic details will be provided well in advance of the content day.
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Retainers are non-refundable, but your spot is transferable. If you cannot attend, you may transfer your registration to another photographer. If you fail to transfer your ticket, you will be responsible for the full ticket price as stated in your contract.
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Absolutely. Eloping is for everyone, and that is reflected in every aspect of how our content days are planned. Couples, locations, and vendors are selected with diversity and inclusivity in mind.
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meet your host
My goal is to capture those moments in a way that feels timeless and true. I want you to look at your photos years from now and feel everything all over again—the butterflies, the laughter, the love. My goal is to capture those moments in a way that feels timeless and true. I want you to look at your photos years from now and feel everything all over again—the butterflies, the laughter, the love.
Hey, I'm madi.
I am a destination elopement photographer based in Utah, and I have spent that last few years documenting couples who choose experience over tradition. In the canyons of Zion, on the black sand beaches of Iceland, in the glaciers of Alaska, and everywhere in between.
I created The Elope Collective because I know what it feels like to have the skill and not yet have the portfolio to prove it. I want to give you the same kind of days I had beginning my business and even more. Intentional, immersive, and built to move our business forward.
Learn more about madi
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