Oregon & Washington
Adventure Elopement Photographer

Believing in Weddings at Waterfalls Since 2008

Once Upon a Time...

...(in a galaxy not so far away), I met some lovebirds who agreed with my wild idea that a waterfall was the perfect place to get married. Since then, waterfalls, backpacking trips, windswept cliffs, veils buffeted by merry wind gusts, sand between dress layers and midnight marmots have been only a few of the adventures I've documented all over the globe.

For those who crave a wedding day centered on connection, far from crowds, full of rich memories, immersed in the elements, with vibrant photos to match, I'm here to guide, enable and document.


Your wild, beautiful hearts deserve to
Elope Adventurously.


Elope Adventurously

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Elope Adventurously photographer, Ara, standing at the base of Latourell Falls. Meet Ara

Hello! I'm Ara. I'm so glad you're here!

As one of the original Pacific Northwest elopement photographers and an avid world traveler, I have cheerfully photographed couples at waterfalls and guided tiny weddings for over 15 years. With an award-winning background in both wedding and landscape photography, I design vibrant elopement adventures for those who can’t imagine spending their wedding day anywhere but outside. My photography celebrates human connection in the enchanting, unpredictable wildness of nature.

Whether you're looking for an adventurous and knowledgeable guide for your elopement, a photographer for your intimate wedding near Portland or anywhere in the world, a storyteller to document a journey you've already planned, or something uniquely your own, I can’t wait to hear your story.

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Elopements & Tiny Weddings from the Blog

  • "Ara is true talent, memorializing some of our most treasured moments more vividly than we could have imagined. We continue going through them over and over just ooooing & awwing. The landscape we love, our incessant laughter, our friends & fam, the reflections and splashes, silhouettes, smooches, and smiles all beneath the sunset that made our day ours!... Ara captured what we feel are some of the most genuine moments we will ever have on one of life’s best days with our people!"

    Emily & Annie

  • "On the day of our wedding, Ara led us through such a grand and beautiful adventure. She allowed us flexibility with our schedule, never rushed us, but was considerate with the agenda we created. She was patient, fun, creative, and we seriously had THE BEST DAY ever! When she sent us the photos, I almost cried. They were more beautiful than I ever could imagine. Ara's work is absolute magic, and the way she captured us, the beautiful nature around us, and our family was perfect in every way. We are so grateful to have worked with Ara- she is a magical artist and a fantastic person."

    Cherie & Kevin
Elope Adventurously and Aralani Photography owner, Ara, standing by her Jeep in Oregon.


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