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Zach & Kirsten — Alma Films
elopementbigsurDecember 18, 2019

Zach & Kirsten

Minnesota · Big Sur, CA

Zach & Kirsten are two incredible people. We are honored that they chose us to capture their elopement in Big Sur, California. They described their elopement as a sacred moment between just the two of them - and it was exactly that. They chose a stunning location to elope, so get ready to see sweeping views of the Big Sur coastline, Ventana Big Sur (where they got ready), and Garrapata State Park, where they enjoyed champagne and the charcuterie of all charcuteries on an oceanside cliff. These two also have a beautiful way with words, so get ready to cry listening to their vows!

As people who get to be a part of people's most special life moments -- a first look with a parent, first moments as a married couple, and letters being read in private from the one you love -- you'd think it would become normal, but it really doesn't. Every single time it's meaningful and we know that it's an honor that we're in the room to capture it.

Zach & Kirsten | Alma Films

The celebration

So when we were in the beautiful woods, surrounded by redwood trees, the sound of birds, and nothing else but Zach and Kirsten exchanging promises with each other, we felt how truly sacred it was. We chased the light, and enjoyed the views Big Sur offers at every single turn, then ended the day beside the famous Bixby bridge.

At Alma Films we're driven to artfully capture authentic moments with people and stories at the center of it all. If this describes you, we'd love to be a part of capturing your day. Send us a message!

Frames from the film

Zach & Kirsten — still 1 by Alma Films
Zach & Kirsten — still 2 by Alma Films
Zach & Kirsten — still 3 by Alma Films
Zach & Kirsten — still 4 by Alma Films

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Black-and-white first look in the woods

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