Meet your
photographer
An elopement is more than just a
wedding which is why I’m more
than just a photographer
Your untraditional wedding deserves an untraditional photographer who understands you.
I don’t believe in cookie-cutter relationships because each love story is unique. I believe you deserve someone who cares about your entire elopement experience from start to finish, not someone who just clocks in, takes some photos and clocks out. You deserve more than just an average photographer which is why I’m dedicated to not only being an elopement photographer but also being your
Adventure Guide
Planning Advisor
Location Researcher
Travel Expert
Logistics Extraordinaire
Nurse on Standby
Snack Provider
Romantic dreamer
Cheerleader
New Friend
Hi, I’m Glesni
And the reason I’m a photographer is because of YOU. You inspire me to tell stories that encapsulate the passion, the individuality, the love that makes your relationship unlike any other through photographic art. Your love story is just as unique as you are which is why each elopement or intimate wedding that I photograph is never the same. Your wedding should be like your fingerprint — completely your own and different from everyone else.
My goal is to help you navigate your elopement with ease.
When you throw out the big wedding rulebook there are suddenly so many more options and it can be overwhelming and confusing at times to know where to start and which steps to take. This is why I consider myself your guide to a personalized elopement experience from start to finish. Besides being a photographer (and being good at what I do), I incorporate my other areas of expertise to provide a completely customized package for you.
My goal is to make your elopement journey as smooth as possible. For years I coordinated logistics for a large convention, so no matter how simple or complex of a day you are planning, I’ve got you covered. In addition, my experience as a nurse helps to ensure your safety during all your wedding day adventures.
Everyone deserves the experience of a lifetime.
You are entitled to have a wedding day that truly reflects you in the most authentic way possible. Whether you say your vows beside a peaceful lake in Idaho with the sunrise gleaming on the water or with the towering backdrop of the Patagonia mountains behind you, your day should be one you look back on in 50 years and say to each other, “that was so us.” And if you’re dreaming of eloping somewhere internationally but haven’t done much traveling, don’t let that stop you! My first international trip was at 3 months old. I like to think I got bit by the travel bug from birth because since then I’ve never stopped exploring.
- 48 states visited
- 34+ countries visited
- 200,000+ miles flown and driven
Yeah, I’m a bit of a travel addict you could say and I’d love to experience some of this beautiful world we live in alongside you!
Photography is more than just a job.
Empowering you to take the leap and plan your dream elopement is one of the things that motivates me to do what I do. But beyond that, I believe in a God who is the author of love and who created the beautiful nature that surrounds us. And that inspires me to help couples seal their love in places that inspire them and make them feel themselves.
My goal is to enable you to concentrate on the things that really matter when it comes to your wedding day and create a safe environment filled with support and understanding where you can feel confident about carving your own path and stepping outside of social norms to have a wedding where you are both free to be yourselves.
You are not limited to a big traditional wedding.
Social pressure is strong, I know. Everyone thinks that getting engaged automatically means that you start down the list of all the normal wedding to-dos—invite 150+ people, feel obligated to choose bridesmaids and groomsmen, spend hours trying to get seating charts right with your planner ad make sure you have the right DJ for a good party.
This doesn’t have to be you.
You don’t have to cave to people’s pressures and expectations.
You can dare to be different.
You can take a different path.
What does the word elope even mean?
E•lope / ə-lōp
Then and now
Then: To run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent, a marriage conducted in sudden and secretive fashion, usually involving a hurried flight away from one’s place of residence together.
Now: To have an authentic wedding day experience focused on the two of you in an intimate setting.
Reasons to elope
Less stress
More intimate
More genuine
More memories
More fun
More intimate
More genuine
More memories
More fun
Eloping removes the stress and leaves you with what is truly important.
You want more than wedding day pomp and circumstance. More than table runners and seating charts. Not because you don’t care but because you care more. Your wedding day is more important to you than the average person.
You are willing to take the risk, to dare to be different, dare to be true to yourself and forge a different path. And that’s why you’ve decided that you can’t compromise with being true to yourself and caving to the pressures of society to have a traditional wedding. You value experiences more than things. Quality over quantity. Meaningful connections above casual chit-chat. Close relationships rather than a plethora of acquaintances.
If this sounds like you, I can tell we’re going to be friends already. I’d love to get to help you create the completely personalized day of your dreams!
Meet your photographer
Hi, I’m Glesni! There is no cookie-cutter love story and I’m not your cookie-cutter photographer. I’m your elopement guide, snack provider, cheerleader, pack mule and new adventure-loving buddy to help you experience the most memorable and amazing wedding day.
See why my couples rate me with five stars
My husband and I wanted to capture our private elopement out in Leavenworth, WA on Lake Wenatchee and we are so glad Glesni was available to help us out! Not only was it such a special moment shared, but the views were fantastic. Glesni did a phenomenal job of prompting us in ways that made us feel comfortable and relaxed while allowing us to have our own special moments together. Her friendly personality made it feel like we had known each other much longer than a few hours! My husband and I aren’t always comfortable in front of a camera but between Glesni’s calm demeanor, posing advise, and beautiful editing you would never know! We can’t recommend her enough!!
Maddie and Zach
Glesni had everything figured out ahead of time. She helped us plan and gave us detailed recommendations on what we could do to have the photos turn out the way we envisioned along with what timing would look like and other logistics. This made me feel a sense of confidence in things turning out well. When we met Glesni, she was so kind and accommodating. She made us feel comfortable and carried good conversation. She helped us pose and created a positive atmosphere and put us at ease during the photos. The photos are vibrant and beautiful without looking overly edited. I was so thrilled to get them back and I’ve most definitely framed them around our home. They tell a story and communicate things I can’t put into words. That’s what a good photo artistically does best. Working with Glesni will be the highlight of your wedding, elopement, or event! Please invest in amazing photos, you’ll certainly never regret incredible memories!
Brielle and Danny
We loved having Glesni as our wedding photographer! She was so easy to work with, and we felt very relaxed around her. She FaceTimed with us several times leading up to the wedding to make sure she knew what we were hoping for so that we could have the wedding portfolio of our dreams. She also encouraged us to leave enough time for photos on our wedding day as we were underestimating the amount of time it would take. I’m glad we did the extra photo time with her. Glesni is professional, but personable and really enjoys what she does. We would highly recommend her as a wedding (or other) photographer! Thank you Glesni for capturing our special day and making it fun! We love our wedding photos!
Kari and Brian
Answering your burning questions
Are you eager to start planning your elopement?
Get your free elopement planning guide!
Packages & Pricing
Love is an adventure.
See how other couples are being true to themselves on their wedding day.
Menu
All images and content © Glesni Brielle Photography 2022
Our site is proprietary property and all photographs, text, video, graphics, audio, website design, source code, databases, software, and functionality on the Site (collectively “Content”) and the trademarks, service marks, and logos contained therein (the “Marks”) are owned and controlled by us or licensed to us and are protected by copyright and trademark laws and other various intellectual property rights and unfair competition laws of the United States, foreign jurisdictions, and international conventions. All Rights Reserved. Do Not Plagiarize.