Jenny Smiley Photography Colorado Elopement Photographer
Take me to Crested Butte

Crested Butte, this fall
just the two of you.

The aspen trees change color for about three weeks a year. Let's plan a celebration that represents you and what you already love to do together. Hike to an alpine lake, share your vows with nature as your witness, and let the light do the rest — Enjoy the moment, be yourselves, and I'll be there to capture it.

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Born and raised in Colorado, traveling for elopements everywhere.I'm so excited to guide you through this process.

 

Who's behind the camera

Hi, I'm Jenny.

I'm an architect turned photographer, born and raised right here in Colorado. After almost a decade designing homes, I traded a life in a cubicle for a camera in nature and haven't looked back. These days you'll find me chasing golden light in the mountains with easygoing, adventurous couples. I promise our time together will never feel like a photoshoot.

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The window is short

Peak season for golden colors in Crested Butte usually lasts about three weekends before the first snow.

September and early October book up quickly! Everyone wants the same two or three weekends of color. If a fall elopement has been on your mind, this is the nudge to ask about a date before the calendar fills up.

 
 

How this actually works

Three conversations, then a really good day.

1

You inquire

Tell me your rough dates and what you're picturing. No planning spreadsheet required.

2

We plan together

A call to talk trailheads, timing, and permits, and I hand you a day that fits how you two actually want to spend it.

3

You elope

You hike, vow, laugh, maybe cry a little. I stay out of the way until the moments happen, then I'm right there for them.

 
client experiences and kind words
“Kind, easy to work with, and made the whole day feel special from start to finish.”
Hanna & Nick — Steamboat Springs, Colorado
“She kept us laughing and at ease the entire time. An easy ten out of ten.”
Nicole & John — Rifle, Colorado
“These photos are something we'll treasure forever. Look no further for your photographer.”
Jaime & Joe — Telluride, Colorado
 

Does this sound familiar?

We're a great fit if…

Yes please

You don't mind wind in your hair or dust on your boots. You want the real, candid moments more than the perfectly posed ones.

Maybe not

You're picturing a tightly timed, fully posed day with hair and makeup untouched by any weather. Totally possible — just not my style.

 
Other couples like you
 
plan an adventurous wedding with me

Let's get started!

Fall is coming and dates are booking quickly. Reach out today and see if your date is available.

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Jenny Smiley Photography — Colorado elopement photographer, traveling worldwide.