There is a moment on many wedding days when couples realize the pace has quietly taken over. The timeline moves forward, people are waiting, and the day begins to feel like something to keep up with rather than something to inhabit.

If you’re planning a Las Vegas wedding or elopement and hoping it can still feel personal, artful, and grounded, you’re not alone. More couples than ever are choosing Las Vegas not for spectacle, but for simplicity — a place where the focus can return to what matters most.

This guide is here to walk you through that process gently, without overwhelm, and with the perspective of someone who has witnessed many wedding days from close range.

Las Vegas is famous for its fast-paced, iconic wedding days—but couples are increasingly choosing to expand their celebrations into multi-day experiences. Not only does this give guests time to connect, but it also allows for richer storytelling, more personalized moments, and photographs that truly capture the spirit of your celebration.

As a photographer who has captured countless Las Vegas Elopement celebrations, I’ve seen what works—and what can feel rushed or overwhelming. Here’s a practical, thoughtful guide to planning a multi-day wedding that feels effortless and memorable.

Las Vegas weddings are iconic, instantly recognizable, and endlessly photogenic—but they’re also constantly evolving. As a photographer who has captured countless celebrations here, I often see couples dive in without understanding subtle trends that could make their day feel effortless, intentional, and timeless. Here’s what most couples don’t know—but wish they did—before planning their Las Vegas Wedding.

If I could, I would share a thousand images from R + C’s elopement. But as I slowly work through their final gallery, these few felt like the right place to pause and reflect on our time together

Plan for how you want to feel. Trust professionals who educate you. Build a day that supports your season of life. And remember—it’s not about them, it’s about you guys. This is just the start.

San Francisco’s iconic City Hall hosted Olivia and Henry’s elegant celebration. Their day blended grand architecture with intimate moments, from Olivia’s timeless gown to joyful tears under the rotunda—each detail reflecting their love. See how we captured it.

Other practical things we did that made a huge difference in the rain was taking all of her photos as early as humanly possible (note to self; rain only gets worse through the day, not better) and moving the ceremony inside. Ultimately, the lighting was practically the same except one location was much colder and more wet. And - we still got the shots Megan loved. We ran outside and risked the rain drenching her dress and captured moments under the arch where they would have been married.