Los angeles & Las vegas elopement Photographer
Honest, film-led Elopements
for the rule-breakers
If you’re planning an elopement in Los Angeles, Las Vegas or anywhere in Southern California and the idea of staged moments makes your skin crawl, you’re in the right place.
I photograph elopements candidly and honestly. There will be no performative wedding nonsense for likes on social media.
Just real moments as they unfold with timeless editing inspired by film.
Based in Los Angeles. Available for Las Vegas, Joshua Tree, Palm Springs, and anywhere in the US.
This is for
you if:
- You want your elopement to feel like your day, not a photoshoot
- You care more about how it felt than how it looked on Instagram
- You don’t want to be told to smile, dip, or redo moments
If you’re looking for heavy posing or a step‑by‑step script, this probably isn’t a good fit. And that’s okay.
What working with me feels like
Authentic moments
Couples usually tell me the same things after:
“You made us real comfortable and seen”
“Nothing felt forced.”
“You let us be ourselves.”
I’ll guide when it’s helpful and step back when it matters.
Honesty > perfection.
WHAT KIND OF ELOPEMENTS
- Las Vegas chapels and Strip elopements
- Joshua Tree and desert elopements
- Palm Springs city hall and private ceremonies
- Intimate coastal elopements in Southern California
If you’re planning something small, intentional, and a little off‑script, send me a message today.
APPROACH
Every elopement is different. Every couple brings their own energy. My job is to notice what’s real and preserve it, without interference.
35mm FILM &
SUPER 8
I offer 35mm film photography and Super 8 video alongside digital coverage.
Super 8 is quiet, imperfect, and emotional. Think movement, camera shake, and memory, not polished cinema.
These are optional add-ons, available in limited quantities to keep the process intentional and sustainable.
PRICING
Starting at $2,300 for Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Southern California elopements. Coverage typically runs $2,300–$4,800 depending on hours, location, and whether film or Super 8 is added.
Every elopement includes high-res digital files, a private online gallery, and a custom photo timeline — a full itinerary built around your day and what you want to do with it.
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Vegas Adventure Of Megan & Ewan: from the Strip to the Mojave Desert
If you’re looking for a sign to just run away to the desert and look incredibly cool doing it, this is it.
As an elopement photographer, and I’ve seen plenty of couples do the “Vegas thing,” but Ewan and Megan? They didn’t just do it; they owned it. Their day was a masterclass in how to blend high-fashion editorial vibes with the raw, quiet beauty of the Mojave.
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Viva Las Vegas: A Rock ‘n’ Roll Elopement at the Little White Chapel
There is “getting married,” and then there is getting married in Vegas.
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Mid-Century Vibe: A Retro-Chic Palm Springs Elopement
I wanna show you a specific kind of magic that only exists in the Coachella Valley. It’s a blend of harsh desert sun, swaying architectural palms, and a deep-rooted history of Hollywood glamour. When Darek and Bonnie reached out to me about photographing their elopement in Palm Springs, I knew we would be having a ton of fun.
Let’s see if we’re a fit
If all of the above resonates with you, the next step is straightforward.
Share your date, location, and a bit about what you’re planning. I’ll confirm availability and send a full breakdown with options that make sense for your day. Shoot me an email at hello@aestheticsabotagestudio.com or fill out the form below.
TESTIMONIALS
“The best decision we made for our intimate wedding”
From the very beginning, my wife and I felt so at ease when coordinating and communicating with Vital. He was a perfect addition to our day, since his positive energy was infectious. Since you spend so much time with your photographer on your wedding day, it’s essential they fit in seamlessly. Vital not only fit in with our celebration, but he elevated our experience by going above and beyond with logistics on how to best capture the ceremony for our memories.
Spencer & Alexa
“We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect experience!”
He’s kind, personable, professional, organized, and exceptionally talented. When I was panicking about the timeline of events just a couple of weeks before our wedding day, trying to make everything fit together, Vital made himself available instantly for a call to alleviate any concerns. He coached us enough to capture the shots we wanted but more importantly to us, made sure to shoot the unscripted memories, both great & small.
Alana & Griffen
