I don’t think I will ever get tired of beach elopements! California beaches have so much diversity it’s unmatched in any other state. If you want a really accessible beach with a lot of energy and a boardwalk, head over to Santa Monica or Venice beach which has Class-A boardwalks that spans several miles with piers that have carnival rides, these would be perfect for a Los Angeles beach elopement if you’re looking for activities to do afterward.
Not only that but there are plenty of beaches next to campgrounds as well as remote beaches with rock formations and sea caves. These beaches are my favorite. The beaches here in southern California are by far the prettiest beaches in my opinion and they are perfect for elopements!
Los Angeles Beach Elopement Location
Nicole and Russell chose a stunning Los Angeles beach for their intimate elopement, where the golden sands met the sparkling Pacific Ocean. The serene shoreline provided a romantic and timeless backdrop with the soft sound of waves adding to the magic of the moment. Surrounded by natural beauty and the warm California sunshine, it was the perfect location to celebrate their love story.
Beach Elopement Portraits at El Matador Beach
We started Nicole and Russell’s Los Angeles beach elopement on the rocky coastline and captured creative portraits as Nicole and Russel danced around in the sand.
Nicole and Russell’s elopement was during the weekday in the morning when the tides were low so that we could access the sea caves along the Malibu coast. It was a gorgeous morning with a tiny ocean breeze but still warm enough that Nicole and Russel got in the water for some sexy couple photos! It’s fairly common for there to be a breeze coming off the ocean making the temperature about 5-10 degrees cooler than what the weather app says so always make sure to plan accordingly!
I loved capturing Nicole and Russell’s love, they were so kind and caring! I noticed they had a calming harmony together. This is Nicole and Russell’s second marriage. It’s always so nice to see people enter into this second chapter in life and help them do it in a fun, interesting way with an opportunity to have an intimate ceremony and lots of amazing portraits together in a beautiful setting.
Both Nicole and Russell came down from Bakersfield for their elopement ceremony and headed off to San Deigo the next day to see one of their favorite rock bands in concert. A perfect way to start their life together as a married couple!
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