A Different Kind of Wedding Day

Intimate. Intentional.
Entirely
yours

An elopement isn’t a smaller wedding, it’s a fuller one. Less performance, more presence. Fewer guests, more of the moments you’ll actually remember.

Artistic black and white photo of a bride and groom standing still and smiling as the wedding party moves in a blur around them, photographed by Leia Smethurst

We make your day feel like you.

For years we’ve documented love stories that are quiet and bold, deeply personal, and completely unforced.

We look beyond poses, paying attention to the moments that matter most — steady breaths, nervous laughter, wiped tears, and the way your hands find each other without thinking.

  • Thoughtful location scouting
  • Guidance & preparation beforehand
  • Trusted vendor referrals
  • Clear communication throughout
  • A relaxed, encouraging presence

The Experience

What’s
included

Elopement Coverage Options

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Flexible Coverage

Choose between 1.5 or 3 hours of coverage, depending on how simple, slow, or story-filled you want your elopement day to feel.

Location Guidance

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Location Guidance

I’ll help you choose a spot that feels personal, natural, and easy, with guidance on timing, light, privacy, and all the little details that make the day feel effortless.

Planning Support

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Calm Planning Support

You’ll have help with your timeline, vendor recommendations, and the questions that come up along the way, so you can feel prepared without overthinking every tiny detail.

Edited Gallery

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A Gallery That Feels Like You

Your final images will be delivered in a private online gallery, carefully edited to feel natural, timeless, and true to what the day actually felt like.

Sneak Peeks

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Sneak Peeks Within 48 Hours

A small collection of edited previews delivered within 48 hours, so you can relive the moment and share the excitement while you wait for the full gallery.

“Fun, professional, and amazing photos. Highly recommend”

Leia and Shane were not only great photographers, they were so wonderful to be around and work with!

They are extremely professional and helped my day go by so smoothly and I simply could not recommend them enough.

– Lindsey D

Your Elopement Investment

Our Elopement Photography Packages

Your photos should tell a story. Your story. Your gallery should lead you back through that special day as if it were happening right in front of you.

Most Popular

A little more

This package includes:

  • Up to 3 hours of photography coverage
  • Personalized timeline planning
  • Location recommendations based on your vision and the best light
  • Detail & flat lay coverage before the ceremony
  • Full ceremony documentation
  • Just-married portraits and candid moments afterward
  • Beautifully hand-edited images in my signature timeless style
  • Private online gallery with unlimited downloads
  • Print release
  • Sneak peeks within 24 hours
  • Full gallery delivered within two weeks

Best for Intimate Days

Just us

This package includes:

    • Up to 1.5 hours of continuous photography coverage
    • Ceremony, portraits, and candid moments afterward
    • Ideal for courthouse weddings, backyard vows, or intimate elopements
    • Personalized timeline guidance
    • Beautifully hand-edited images in my signature timeless style
    • Private online gallery with unlimited downloads
    • Print release
    • Sneak peeks within 24 hours
    • Full gallery delivered within two weeks
The Process

Booking your elopement is super easy

From our first hello to the morning prep and the very last dance.

Here’s exactly how it works when you book with us.

Save Your Date
Step One

Save The date

Let’s chat about your wedding day! But first, we want to make sure your desired date is available in our calendar. Just fill out our contact form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

Step Two

Gather Your questions

Get ready with your questions, we’re here to answer all of them. And guess what? We can even help you find the ideal suppliers to create the perfect ambiance for your day.

Step Three

Consultation call

On this call we get the chance to know each other better. We’ll go through all your questions and talk through your wedding style together.

Moments Gently Captured

Every gallery is built from the real reactions, quiet in-between moments and honest connection that make your story feel like yours.

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MEET YOUR oklahoma Elopement photographer

Hi, I'm Leia

Eloping isn't about doing less. It's about doing what actually matters to you, without the noise.

For more than fourteen years, I've helped couples slow down, breathe, and enjoy one of the biggest days of their lives. Whether you're saying your vows at the courthouse, on a quiet trail, in your backyard, or overlooking an Oklahoma sunset, my job isn't just to take beautiful photographs.

It's to make the entire experience feel effortless.

When you hire me, you're not simply booking a few hours of photography. You're investing in years of experience, thoughtful planning, calm guidance, and someone who knows how to anticipate the moments before they happen so you can stay present instead of worrying about what's next.

At the end of it all, you'll have more than beautiful photographs.

You'll have a day that felt relaxed, intentional, and completely your own and images that bring you right back to it every time you look at them.

"Photos you'll cherise forever"

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Serving✦ Oklahoma City✦ Tulsa✦ Edmond✦ Broken Arrow✦ Stillwater✦ Enid✦
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Serving✦ Oklahoma City✦ Tulsa✦ Edmond✦ Broken Arrow✦ Stillwater✦ Enid✦

From intimate elopements to surprise proposals across Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Edmond and beyond, I'm here to capture your love story exactly as it unfolds.

I only take on a limited number of couples each year so I can show up fully for every single one.

That means real attention, real responsiveness, and a photographer who's genuinely invested in your day.

Dates go fast. If you're ready, let's make it happen.

Leia and Shane are your Oklahoma City Wedding Photographers helping you preserve the most special moments from your wedding day.

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