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Dolomites Elopement photographer Mariah Arianna

jaw dropping adventures
that will impress everyone back home -
Even Your cat

What's in my pack?

Emergency 1st Aid
Trail Maps & Guides
Vendor hookups
a Vow guide
*German*
Dad Jokes
Travel Tips
DIY Bouquets
backup gear like headlamps, crampons and sunscreen

LET ME TAKE SOME WEIGHT OFF...

I know - it's not hard to look at some elopement photos and think, "that's cool, but I don't want to climb Everest in my wedding dress!" I think it's pretty sick if you did want to, by the way, but the good news is: adventure is for everyone.

The Dolomites are maybe the most accessible mountain range in the world. It's a beautiful area well developed with gondola systems, huts, roads and public transport.

Every person, body and ability can choose their own adventure here. You tell me what you're most excited about, and I help you discover all the ways it's possible.

And no, you don't have to be a mountain climber

Pardon us for gossiping, but we think the Italian Dolomites checks all your elopement boxes.

It's wickedly beautiful, extremely accessible and yeah, there's FOOD. Warm huts slinging hot and hearty Tirolean meals welcome you along every trail. It's a place that feels like the edges of middle Earth, with all the creature comforts of the Shire.

How do you feel about turning your Italy elopement into an extended honeymoon adventure!? (hobbits not included)

Your bucket list and I had a chat -

it's a big bad world out there...

What does a 10 hour Dolomites elopement look like?

an example timeline:

7-8am

First Look

Explore easy access trails with fewer crowds at sunrise for a raw, private first look & portraits in the day's most magical light.

9-11am

Location 1

Continue along nearby trails, gain some elevation and mix things up! Every corner you turn unveils another mesmerizing view.

1-5pm

Location 2

After a lunch break, we continue to a second location for more exploring. Relax, take your time and enjoy the area.

6-7pm

sunset vows & toast

End the day with your commitment ceremony as the sun sets. Bust out the headlamps and stick around for star shots!

But Why Should You Elope "With Me"?

Because your experience is my #1 priority and this is about so much more than pretty photos.

Real talk: every photographer you're looking at "takes pretty photos." You're looking for someone with that little something extra: knowledge. I know the Dolomites, the trails, and how to take care of YOU. Hiring me means finding someone who's absolutely stoked about nature, experienced in the mountains and dedicated to making your day kick ass.

Trouble narrowing down locations? I have a Dolomites guide. Worried about crowds?
I know how to avoid them. Vendors not responding?
Let's find you better ones.

You deserve someone local to the area who knows where to go and what to expect.




Choosing Mariah to be our elopement photographer came down to one big thing: the thought of spending the entire day with her excited us. She is a blast to spend time with. We were blown away by her ability to capture our personalities and make us look like complete rockstars. - Sarah & Drew

hi, its me!

TRUST ME: I GET IT

I call BS on traditional weddings because the status quo didn't work for me either. I know marriage has a fingerprint. It's as unique as each couple. You define what marriage means to you...AND how to celebrate it.

I exist to empower couples, eliminate fear & create fun.

Plus, I seriously believe the Dolomites is the most incredible place in Europe for an adventure elopement. That's coming from a passionate local who's mountain biked, snowboarded, climbed and hiked the entire region. As a bonus, I've also been told I'm not the worst person to hang out with - that's key since you're kinda stuck with me out there ;)

Are we the dream team that's gonna take back your wedding day? Keep scrolling for a vibe check...

We're a dream team if you...

Value a professional with years of photography experience, first aid and outdoor training, and thousands of hours on the trails

Value sustainable travel, Leave No Trace principles, and environmental consciousness - and a photographer who does too

Value meaningful, fun, unique and intentional experiences which prioritize memories over things and adventure over show. Quality time is your "love language!"

How It All Works

it's really simple, and I'm here for you every step of the way

step one

Get on the calendar

Schedule a call to get face to face & choose a package. A signed contract and €1,500 retainer reserves your date!

step two

get married af

We plan a day focused on YOU and the meaningful things you're stoked about.
 BEST DAY EVER!!

step three

relive the day

Receive your digital gallery with integrated products & printing, albums, unlimited hi-res downloads and social sharing.

What's included?

PLANNING, services, Products & VIBES

my travel costs

My Dolomites elopement packages have my travel rolled in. You'll never have to worry about hidden costs or coordinating my travel itinerary. I come to you, wherever you want to go!

1:1 chats

Planning an elopement is stressful. I'm here to help with the heavy lifting. I provide vendor recs, travel advice,  location scouting, to-the minute-timelines and a place to bounce ALL your wildest ideas.

Prints & Products

I don't believe photos should live behind a screen. All packages come with prints and products built in and a way for family & friends to order their own high quality print lab keepsakes.

Planning guides

Every couple gets a 70 page "everything you need to know and plan for" elopement planning guide, bespoke time lines, plus my custom vow writing guide & workbook. 

Her vow guide helped me write some of the most intimate words I’ve ever gotten onto paper - it was extremely helpful and I would highly recommend using it. There are some really useful tips and prompts, if you struggle getting words onto paper - this will help you from start to finish.

- Sari & Fabio

2 day

1 day

Mini

Adventure

THIS PACKAGE IS PERFECT FOR: THOSE WANTING MULTIPLE LOCATIONS AND ACTIVITIES, MORE FLEXIBILITY AROUND THE WEATHER, OR PLENTY OF TIME TO SPLIT BETWEEN GUESTS AND "JUST US"

The 2 Day Dolomites Experience

STARTING AT: 9,600 EUR

Two 8 hr days of Dolomites adventure coverage

Photographer travel, food & lodging included

500+ hi res images in a private online gallery

Unlimited gallery downloads & social sharing

Location guides, vendor recs & local travel tips

Custom hour by hour timeline

70 page elopement planning guide

Vow to wander vow guide & workbook

Keepsake album of Instax polaroids

20% VAT sales tax included

FOR THE WANDER OBSESSED WANTING AN IMMERSIVE OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE. THE PERFECT FULL COVERAGE AMOUNT: MAGIC LIGHT HOURS OF SUNRISE & SUNSET, & A FULL DAY TO EXPLORE...

The Full Day Adventure Experience

STARTING AT: 6,500 EUR

Full day of Dolomites adventure coverage (10 hour split)

Photographer travel, food & lodging included

300+ hi res images in a private online gallery

Unlimited gallery downloads & social sharing

Location guides, vendor recs & local travel tips

Custom hour by hour timeline

The 70 page elopement planning guide

Vow to wander vow guide & workbook

Keepsake album of Instax polaroids

20% VAT sales tax included

COVERAGE OF A SUNRISE OR SUNSET COMMITMENT CEREMONY WITH JUST ENOUGH TIME FOR A SIDE QUEST. Available for specific walk-up locations only.

The Mini Adventure Experience

STARTING AT: 4,800 EUR

Mini adventure coverage (4 hours)

Photographer travel, food & lodging included

200+ hi res images in a private online gallery

Unlimited gallery downloads & social sharing

Location guides, vendor recs & local travel tips

Custom hour by hour timeline

The 70 page elopement planning guide

Vow to wander vow guide & workbook

Keepsake album of Instax polaroids

20% VAT sales tax included

VOW RENEWALS, PRE-WEDDING, POST-WEDDING, surprise proposals & OTHER BADASS PHOTO COVERAGE FOR THE ADVENTURE OBSESSED

Adventure Sessions & Non-Wedding Packages

STARTING AT: 1,500 EUR

2 hour Dolomites adventure coverage

Photographer travel included

25 images per hour in a digital gallery

Photo bundle upgrades available

Location guides, vendor recs & local travel tips

Dolomites location guide & trail scouting

Keepsake Instax polaroids

20% VAT sales tax included

Please note:

Adventure Sessions are bookable only 1-3 months in advance, or arranged around current wedding travel!

Packages + pricing

Choose one:

The average Dolomites booking for 2023: €6,817

Contact me to book for 2024

Choosing Mariah to be our elopement photographer came down to one big thing: the thought of spending the entire day with her excited us. She is a blast to spend time with. We were blown away by her ability to capture our personalities in her photographs but also make us look like complete rockstars. During our elopement we went on a few hikes, and not only was she game for them, she actually led out! She is incredibly prepared for any and all weather, is up for an adventure, and is mindful of leaving no trace. She will probably have researched your location better than you have, and seamlessly move from one place to the next.

Mariah is like four people wrapped into one

When I look at the photos, I am instantly transported into my heart with a huge feeling of love and warmth for my girlfriend, realizing, omg that’s how beautiful we are!? I feel it always, but seeing it like that is something spectacular. My partner and I were left feeling so satisfied and so loving of each other, so confident we had captured some beautiful photos. The photo quality and artistry is truly incredible, top notch, world class. Our love really shines through in the photos, they are simply amazing.

I have never been able to relive an emotion through a photograph of myself so immensely before.

We could not have had a better day exploring the views with Mariah and Johannes and are grateful for the beautiful site. We actually had to adapt our schedule last minute due to weather and the timing turned out amazing. The two of them were a great team down to keeping the hunger at bay, dirt off attire, to capturing moments between my wife and I to cherish forever. Our enjoyment of the photo shoot, the views and area, plus each others’ company shows through in our photos thanks to Mariah.


Mariah continued to impress and go beyond

Elopements are scary, going against traditional ESPECIALLY in a foreign country with no understanding of the language. But believe me when I tell you that this was the once in a lifetime experience I’ve been waiting for and tops ANY wedding. Mariah is TRULY one of a kind. Trust me on this. This is her calling.  With Mariah, you’re not just hiring a photographer, you’re hiring someone that takes your vision to the highest quality to create a life long memory of the best wedding experiences. The dedication she has to researching the BEST and most BREATHTAKING views is by far more than ANY other photographer would ever go. I mean seriously!! How many photographers do you know that would climb a mountain not once but TWICE!

I can go on ALL day about how precious and ORIGINAL Mariah is!

I was stunned when I saw the sneak peek photos! We had a sunrise shoot and Mariah was already waiting for us before 5:30 AM! Talk about dedication and professionalism! My husband and I were nervous about getting our picture taken. Mariah walked us through her vision and just told us to talk to each other about our favorite moments, it made us less tense and Mariah was able to capture the real us. Mariah has an amazing personality, easy-going but focused which I truly appreciated. We had a lot of fun! You can tell the passion and dedication that Mariah has for her work and it translates through her photos. My pictures are BEAUTIFUL and I can't wait to frame, literally most of them.

Everything flowed so naturally

frequently asked questions

I've got your back, no matter what the FAQ happens

A good place to start is to ask yourselves what kind of experience you want to have. Most adventure based elopements require 3-4 hours of activity on top of the commitment ceremony, getting ready and any drive time. I recommend a full day.

Although it doesn't sound ideal, moody weather can make for some seriously incredible photos, and clouds are actually wonderful for soft, even lighting. Inclement weather is another thing, however, especially in the mountains. Outdoor elopements need backup plans and plenty of flexibility--so don't worry, this will all be built into your timeline planning!

YES! And for so many reasons - one, trails and locations are almost ALWAYS quieter on weekdays. You can almost guarantee yourself more seclusion by choosing days like Tuesday or Wednesday. Plus, hotels and other services may offer discounted rates during the week. Many places in Europe have surge prices on busy weekends!

Include it. Eloping doesn't mean giving up the important traditions that come with big weddings. Have a ring bearer, a first dance, anything you want!

What's stopping you? It ain't me! The wonderful thing about elopements is this: there are no rules! You get to decide what is most important to you, and what to do about it. 2-25 guests is ideal.

The short answer is maybe. The honest answer is: it's complicated. Many documents will not be available in English. The easiest thing is to complete the legal paperwork in your home country and have a meaningful vow and commitment ceremony in your elopement location. Most couples do this!

No way - not if you don't want to!! I love crazy challenging hikes and adventures, but it's not for everyone and that's 1,000% fine. I'm happy to help you find activities that work best for your comfort levels! Always be aware of and respect your boundaries :) I'm listening!

I don't record video, but I refer you to my favorite local videographers who share my values and artistic style! Videography requires an entirely separate set of hands, gear, attention and eyeballs. A good team is required to cover both mediums fairly. Be wary of any one individual who promises to do both at the same time.

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