You know when you're watching a romance movie (like Ten Things I Hate About You or Me Before You) and there's that point where the two main characters just let go of everything and they're doing something goofy, but there's that moment when they lock eyes and realize how crazy they are for each other? The tension is so thick, your TV is about to catch fire?!
And as the viewer, you start grinning from ear to ear with hearts in your eyes, wondering when that moment will be yours?
That's exactly what your elopement could be! You and your partner deserve to feel that rush of emotions on your wedding day!
So what do you say?! Are you ready to grab your partner's hand and create an experience that puts all the romance movies to shame?
are you ready to create a meaningful and romantic elopement experience?
SPONTANEOUS.
ROMANTIC.
PASSIONATE.
ADVENTUROUS.
"Sam did our photos for our elopement, and they were all absolutely STUNNING! She really made our wedding special. She had such excitable energy, that just added to our day. It made us feel extra joyful, and shines as one of the highlights of our day. I would recommend her to anyone for their wedding day, as I think she will add the extra magic that you need. She has very kind and adorable energy, I am not sure how else to put it, but her natural aura/soul just shines through. Made us feel comfortable right off the bat. "
- Amra + Joe
"Where do I even begin?? Samantha was a dream come true for our wedding. She took the time to get to know us and made us feel comfortable every step of the way. Our photos were a dream come true and even more!! RUN, don't walk to book Sam as your photographer!"
- Marena + Alex
When it comes to hiring me as your Minnesota elopement photographer, you get the full damn experience. I'm not here to just take some pretty photos of you and call it good. I'm here to make sure you get the FULL elopement day experience you and your partner truly deserve. Here's a little sneak peek into how I help you co-create your experience:
- Giving you location recommendations that speak to your souls!
- Crafting personalized Airbnb and hotel recommendation lists!
- Walking you through the permit process!
- Recommending elopement vendors that will match your vision!
- Giving you activity recommendations to make your elopement even more special!
- Creating a unique timeline that fits to YOUR experience!
- Giving you unlimited planning resources that are exclusive to my couples!
- Signing as a witness OR being your officiant (when applicable)!
- Helping you create solid backup plans!
- Capturing all the emotions of your big day + crafting photographs that tell your unique story!
- Hyping you up in the decisions you make and celebrating with you!
How do I help you co-create your dream elopement day?
it's all about the experience, baby.
"She was hands down the most amazing photographer! She was so sweet, helpful, responsive and just all around amazing. Same really helped make our day personal to us and captured our moments together so authentically. You would be making a mistake to book anyone else but Sam. I promise you she is what’s missing from your perfect wedding day. The photos she took turned out so beautiful and she edits them to perfectly. You need her as your photographer! I will be recommending her to every couple I know!"
- Brianna + Josh
"Where do I even begin?? Samantha was a dream come true for our wedding. She took the time to get to know us and made us feel comfortable every step of the way. Our photos were a dream come true and even more!! RUN, don't walk to book Sam as your photographer!"
- Marena + Alex
What could your elopement day look like?!
The best thing about eloping is that your elopement day can look however the f*ck you want. There's no limits when it comes to creating your dream experience!
Can you envision yourselves chilling along Lake Superior, watching the sunrise over the lake, while sipping on your coffee?
Or maybe you guys would like to go kayaking or canoeing in one of the many lakes Minnesota has to offer?
Perhaps, you could spend the day driving up and down North 61, stopping at all the spots that catch your eye?
Maybe you and your boo want to do a medium-intensity hike then go back to your hotel or airbnb, chill in the hot tub for awhile, and take the rest of your night easy.
The beauty of eloping is that you can make your day as adventurous, spontaneous, and eventful as you wish. If you're wanting a more relaxed elopement day where you go with the flow and find what feels right? PERFECT! If you're wanting an elopement day where you do some fun activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, axe throwing or something similar? THAT'S ALSO PERFECT!
It's all about the two of you.
"Where do I even begin?? Samantha was a dream come true for our wedding. On top of being extremely talented; she was attentive, energetic and caring - exactly what we were looking for in a photographer! She was extremely flexible with us through many date changes due to the pandemic and made the planning process very smooth. She took the time to get to know us and made us feel comfortable every step of the way. Our photos were a dream come true and even more!! RUN, don't walk to book Sam as your photographer!"
- Marena + Alex
"Where do I even begin?? Samantha was a dream come true for our wedding. She took the time to get to know us and made us feel comfortable every step of the way. Our photos were a dream come true and even more!! RUN, don't walk to book Sam as your photographer!"
- Marena + Alex
Minnesota Elopement Packages & Pricing
the intimate elopement experience with samantha burke
custom minnesota elopement packages start at $5,000
(PHOTOGRAPHER TRAVEL INCLUDED // no extra fees)
Minnesota is a HIDDEN GEM when it comes to eloping! You have everything from panoramic views with Lake Superior in the background, jaw-dropping cliffs, gorgeous waterfalls, and so much more! Are you ready to create your Minnesota elopement experience?
Minnesota Elopement Packages
what's included:
- High-resolution photos with full printing rights in an online gallery
- Your very own personalized elopement experience
- Personalized location, lodging, activity, and vendor recommendations
- Permit research + assistance
- Customized timeline & packing lists tailored to your day
- 72 hour sneak peeks
- High-resolution photos with full printing rights in an online gallery
- Your very own personalized elopement experience
- Personalized location, lodging, activity, and vendor recommendations
- Permit research
- Customized timeline & packing lists tailored to your day
- 72 hour sneak peeks
✨ Half Day Coverage with Sam! (4 hours)
✨ Full Gallery with High-Resolution Images that you can download, share, and print!
✨ Sam's Travel + Food + Transportation INCLUDED!
✨ Your Own Personal Elopement Expert & Planner! (including permit research & assistance, personalized location scouting, customized timelines for your unique elopement day, personalized elopement vendor recommendations, unique activity recommendations that tell your love story, and unlimited access to me, your elopement guru!)
What Does the Elopement Process look like with me?
Step One:
The first step to creating your dream elopement experience, is to fill out the contact form and schedule your no strings attached, totally free consultation so we can get to know each other better!!
Step Two:
IT'S BOOKING TIME!! Once we have your date finalized and you're ready to officially book me as your elopement photographer, I will send over a contract and your invoice! A 30% retainer is due to book, and the rest of the payments will be made monthly up to 1 month before your wedding!
Step Three:
We will work out all the magical and intentional details for your dream elopement experience. This process includes sending you customized location suggestions, a unique timeline, and so much more! I'm here every step of the way! I check-in with my couples every month and stay in touch!
Step Four:
TAKE A BIG DEEP BREATH, BECAUSE THIS IS WHERE YOU GET MARRIED TO YOUR PARTNER AND START AN EXCITING NEW CHAPTER IN YOUR LIVES!!! And I'll be there to document this moment and guide you along the way!
THAT'S OKAY!! It is my DUTY to help you both feel comfortable and relaxed, while soaking in all the precious moments with the love of your life!! I will guide you both through EVERYTHING!!!
When it comes to documenting your elopement, I'm all about capturing the emotions, memories, and moments on your special day - NOT posing you for hours on end!
Nope!! You don't need to have all the details of your elopement planned out to inquire/book with me!! I actually help 90% of my couples help find a location that speaks to their hearts after they book with me!
It just adds a little extra spice to your magical day ;) In all honesty, I will have back-up plans just in case the weather is bad! If it's not endangering anyone, you can totally just own it and get married in a downpour!
We will totally go with the flow and make the most out of your big day, no matter what!
If that doesn't speak to your soul, then nope! Your elopement can be anything you want it to be! For some couples, that looks like going on an adventurous hike! For other couples, that looks like going to the beach and going swimming or maybe binging Star Wars movies in a cute Airbnb!
Your day is whatever you want it to be! There's no right or wrong way to plan it!
If having your closest family members and/or friends attend your elopement is part of your dream elopement vision - then heck yes!! Elopements are anything you want it to be! There's no right or wrong way to planning your big day - that includes inviting those closest to you both!
Yes, yes, and yes!! I'm not just your elopement photographer, but also your very-own elopement expert!! I'm here to make the whole planning process as fun and stress-free as possible! That includes making sure we have all the right permits for your big day.
All-Inclusive Elopement Packages are typically not customizable. They're usually a "one size fits all" kind of experience, and you deserve more than that. Your elopement day is unique, just like your love story. You deserve a totally customized elopement experience that tells the story of your adventure with your soulmate!
It looks like whatever you want it to look like!! Elopements literally don't have any rules, so you can do what lights you and your partner up! You can choose to just exchange vows and kiss! You can have a unity ceremony. You can handfast. You can literally do ANYTHING for your ceremony!
Frequently Asked Questions about Eloping in Minnesota
- You're spending an entire day or maybe even multiple days or weeks planning an EPIC adventure with the love of your life and believe it or not, your elopement day is going to FLY ON BY!!
- Your intimate wedding experience tells the story of you and your soulmate, and you won't be able to go back in time afterwards!
- You deserve to remember your wedding day for many years, to have moments to reflect back on, and the ability to relive your wedding day with your friends, family, and future generations.
why would i want more than 4 hours of photography?
you deserve to relive your experience.
2023 Travel Schedule
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
MARCH
APRIL
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
minnesota + southern california
nevada + mexico
mexico + minnesota
minnesota + southern california
utah + arizona
hawaii
There are no travel fees for any elopements or couples sessions that are booked in these locations during the corresponding months!!
please note: even if my schedule shows that I'm traveling, I usually have room for other locations as well! So just send me an email and let's get this party started ;)
