Cassandra and Thomas chose a sunrise desert elopement with a clear vision in mind. They wanted a wedding day that felt calm, present, and reflective of who they are as a couple. By choosing an elopement, they gave themselves the space to slow down, let go of outside expectations, and fully experience the day together. […]

Kirsten and Wesley’s Arizona desert elopement was a reminder of how powerful it can be to strip a wedding day down to what actually matters. No rushing, no distractions. Just time together, space to explore, and a day designed around their relationship. Their elopement blended quiet, intimate moments with a sense of adventure, allowing them […]

Karen Castor Photography, an Arizona Elopement Photographer, captures April and John’s Desert Elopement in Sedona. Recapping This Desert Elopement in Sedona April and John’s elopement was special because they are truly so crazy about each other. They decided to tie the knot in a relaxed and intimate way. Before their big day, they bought a […]

Allison + Thomas’ Sedona Small Wedding was captured by Arizona-based elopement photographer, Karen Castor Photography. Words from the Couple About Their Sedona Small Wedding Why did you choose to elope? “At the core of it, we wanted something simple and intimate with our family. The hope was that the day was centered around time together, […]

Maggie + Ed’s Cathedral Rock Full-Day Elopement was captured by Sedona-based elopement photographer, Karen Castor Photography. Words from the Couple About This Cathedral Rock Full-Day Elopement Why did you choose to elope? “We eloped because neither one of us liked being in the spotlight around so many people, and we wanted to have a special […]

Karen Castor Photography, an Arizona Elopement Photographer, captures Kierstin + Grant’s Sedona Elopement with Baby in Tow. Recapping This Sedona Elopement with Baby Grant and Kierstin, who recently welcomed their first baby, wanted to include him in their special day but weren’t sure how to do it. I suggested bringing a nanny along, and they […]

Luana and Brian’s Southern Utah Sunrise Elopement was captured by Southern UT-based elopement photographer, Karen Castor Photography. I had the opportunity to photograph this Southern Utah sunrise elopement. While my usual photography revolves around capturing couples in Arizona, this unique desert wedding holds a special place in my memories forever and ever. WORDS FROM THE […]

Brittney + Taylor’s Seven Sacred Pools Elopement was captured by Arizona-based elopement photographer, Karen Castor Photography. Karen specializes in Sedona weddings. Recapping This Seven Sacred Pools Elopement Brittney and Taylor started their day separately with their families at a beautiful home in Sedona, which they rented from a family friend. The house was big enough […]

Ashley + Chad’s Sedona Off-Roading Elopement was captured at sunset by Arizona-based elopement photographer, Karen Castor Photography. Words from the Couple About Their Sedona Off-Roading Elopement Why did you choose to elope? “We wanted our day to be 100% about us. We are introverted people and wanted to have a stress-free day!” How was your […]

Heather and Kyle’s Stormy Zion Elopement was captured by Southern UT-based elopement photographer, Karen Castor Photography. WORDS FROM THE COUPLE ABOUT THEIR STORMY ZION ELOPEMENT Why did you choose to elope? “We weren’t interested in the big wedding. We just wanted an adventure, exploring a new place and doing something unique that’s all about us.” […]