Caroline & Anthony
The Couple and Their Decision to Plan a Micro Wedding in Washington State
For Caroline and Anthony, planning their Washington micro wedding was all about spending intentional time together in nature and celebrating with their loved ones. They wanted a day that felt intimate and true to who they are as a couple, while still including a celebration with their immediate family.
In their initial inquiry, the couple shared these beautiful words about why they chose to elope in nature specifically:
“I love the places where the photos are taken that feel like a character in the story rather than just a pretty backdrop. Our relationship and responsibility to nature is a big part of our story and journey together, and your photography feels like a celebration of the amazing planet we get to be a part of, just as much as the love between two people.”
For them, their Washington microwedding wasn’t just a celebration of their love, it was a reflection of something bigger. A celebration of this beautiful world we get to be part of, and of the people who have supported them along the way.
From Intentional Time Together in Nature To Meaningful Moments with Loved Ones, This Is How To Plan a Washington Intimate Wedding
When it came to their intimate wedding in Washington, the thing Caroline and Anthony cared about most was creating space for connection and intimacy. Everything from choosing to share private vows without a camera present, to their impromptu first dance on the back deck, was done with intention and not just for social medias or because that’s what typically happens at an elopement.
During their two-day micro wedding, I (Henry) experienced something I’d never experienced before during an elopement: a couple choosing not to share their vows in front of anyone, not even me. Typically, even with elopements, there is always some type of ceremony or vow reading built into the timeline. Even if there are no guests, those moments are usually still documented. But for Caroline and Anthony, they viewed that time and space to share their personal vows as sacred moments that were just for the two of them. They got to honor those moments for themselves and found a way to preserve the intimacy of their experience while still having a multi-day celebration.
One of the other fun things the couple included in their microwedding was their camper van. Anthony had been converting a van in preparation for their elopement, and his goal was to have it finished by their wedding day. Their elopement was the van’s first official adventure, and they used it to get ready before driving off in it for their honeymoon road trip afterward.
Day 1: A Snowshoe Adventure and Cozy Cabin Evening
Day one of Caroline and Anthony’s Washington microwedding was just for the couple. We had originally planned to do a snowshoe adventure all the way to Artist Point (about a two-hour trek), but in the moment, the couple decided to simply snowshoe to whatever point felt right. They didn’t care about making it all the way to the top – they just wanted to enjoy the trail and immerse themselves in the experience. We made it about halfway up before stopping for photos and deciding that was as far as we wanted to go.
Since we turned back earlier than we had planned, we had some extra time in the evening. We headed back to the cabin early, warmed up by the fireplace, and created more space for intentional moments. Caroline and Anthony cuddled each other in front of the fireplace for a few quiet moments before heading out to the deck for their first dance and hot tub photos under the stars. Even though these moments were unplanned, the photos from this evening depicted intimacy in the warmest ways and, once again, created a sacred space for the couple to be truly present with each other.
Day 2: A Full-Day Celebration with Family
The second day of Caroline and Anthony’s microwedding in Washington was focused on family. As their loved ones arrived at their Airbnb, the vibe was relaxed and full of love. Everyone was hugging and talking, and no one felt the pressure to do something just because it was a “wedding day”. There was no pressure to perform or follow a strict timeline. Instead, it felt familiar, like a group of people having fun together during a weekend getaway.
From the cabin, we all headed to their ceremony spot at a nearby lake. Caroline’s parents walked her down the aisle, and a few loved ones said words during the ceremony. After the ring exchange and ‘I Do’s’, they brought out the biggest bubble guns I have ever seen to celebrate! There were a lot of bubbles, haha, but it was such a fun and safe alternative to sparklers.
Henry’s Elopement Tip
This Washington micro wedding was such a good example of how your elopement doesn’t have to follow any rules.
Caroline and Anthony truly made their wedding day their own. From keeping their vow reading 100% private, to snowshoeing only halfway up the trail, to soaking up intentional moments with family, their day proved that you don’t have to do every single thing you’ve seen on the internet in order for your elopement to be meaningful. Your day will be special and even more meaningful when it’s tailored exactly to you.
Want to learn more about how to make your elopement special? Check out our blog post with tips and ideas here.
The joy he finds in celebrating other’s happiness and his passion for the craft of photography are supremely evident.
Not only is a uniquely talented photographer (we truly cannot find photos that compare!!), he has the warmest presence and uplifting energy. You can’t help but smile when you’re with him. The joy he finds in celebrating other’s happiness and his passion for the craft of photography are supremely evident. He made everyone (including my camera-shy husband) feel so comfortable and included and “themselves” in the process, and it shows up on all of our faces.
Henry also worked tirelessly to make sure we had the exact experience we wanted — pivoting with the weather, calming our nerves, and rolling with the punches. His flexibility and good-nature made all the difference.
The photos themselves are incredible keepsakes we’ll treasure forever, but it’s the memories and the way it felt with Henry that is absolutely priceless. We are so grateful and thrilled to have had the chance to work with him. There’s a reason everyone gives him 5 stars!! (I’d give him 6 if I could ⭐️)
Meet the couple & the best Washington Micro Wedding Photographer everrrr!!! 🙂😘
Meet The Best Washington Microwedding Vendors:
Photographer: Henry Tieu Photography
Florist: Juniper Flowers
Wedding Dress: Grace + Ivory
Catering: Taylor Bowyn
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Ready to Plan Your Own Micro Wedding in Washington State?
We would love to help you plan your own intentional, heartfelt celebration. Whether you’re envisioning a cozy cabin elopement for just the two of you or an intimate wedding day with loved ones, we believe your day should be filled with moments that reflect who you are.
For more microwedding and elopement resources, check out our blog posts below. And, when you’re ready, contact us to start planning your own Washington micro wedding.
Meet Your Intimate Wedding & Elopement Photographers
We’re Henry, Sergio, and Nick, the faces behind these honest, meaningful, and artful photographs of couples eloping in the most beautiful places. Since 2018, we’ve photographed more than 200+ intimate weddings and elopements all over the world and on 6 different continents. Our work has been published on Junebug Weddings, Green Wedding Shoes, Brides, Dancing With Her, etc…We’ve won international awards for best wedding photos but what’s most important to us is actually winning our clients’ hearts with our art.
With 15 years of combined photography experience, we’ve learned that the only way to a beautiful wedding experience & photos is through intentionality.
We’re here for you and with you from “let’s do this” to “I do”, one step at a time, each step of the way. We’re in this together
