Welcome to the best & vibrant Little Church of the West elopement in Las Vegas! Zoe and Parker came in hot at Park MGM, and truly, I fell in love with them in under five seconds!! Zoe opened the door, pulled me into the warmest hug like we were already old friends, and instantly melted my entire soul. Parker followed with the calmest, grounding energy that balanced everything out so perfectly. They were already fully dressed when I arrived, so their looks hit first and hit hard. Zoe’s bright orange hair with her pink veil was pure rockstar magic, while Parker’s white suit with black details, bolo tie, and matching cowgirl boots had me quietly whispering holy shit because she looked that good.

We ran through elevator shots, hotel hallways, all those chaotic, spontaneous Vegas moments, and then stepped straight into a full-on rainstorm. Somehow, it only made everything better. Wild, hilarious, romantic, and electric in the best way. That stormy energy carried us straight into their ceremony at Little Church of the West, setting the tone for an elopement day that was anything but ordinary. Keep scrolling to experience every unforgettable moment and get inspired for your own bold Las Vegas elopement with us.

Arriving at Little Church of the West For Their Elopement

Afterwards, it was off to their ceremony! Their guests were already tucked inside a party bus waiting for them, so obviously Zoe and Parker had to make a full grand entrance onto the bus! Because of the energy, the second they stepped in the whole bus ERUPTED. People were screaming, clapping, hyping them like they were headlining a festival. It set the tone for the entire Little Church of the West elopement day.

Once we arrived at Little Church of the West, everything shifted into this really emotional space. The chapel is one of the oldest buildings on the Strip, which you can feel the second you walk in. Their friend officiated the ceremony and did such a beautiful job that I had to blink back tears. Photographing the moment, I saw so much love in the room that my chest felt tight in the best way. Their people showed up with raw emotion and it spilled into every photo.

Vegas Portraits After a Little Church of the West Ceremony

Afterward, we went out for some iconic Vegas elopement portraits. Since the rain stopped, the city was glowing. We made our way to the Welcome to Las Vegas sign, Downtown Las Vegas, Atomic Liquors, Plaza Hotel, and Carousel Bar. Every stop had its own energy. The lights reflected on the wet pavement, which made everything feel extra cinematic. It was perfect for their Super 8 film!

At one point during portraits, Parker casually mentioned she was on the team that won an Oscar for The Only Girl in the Orchestra. I almost lost it. She worked as a video editor and helped craft the entire film. Once we heard that, we instantly knew we had to give them something special. So we gifted them their physical Super 8 negatives. It just felt right!

Why Booking Us for Full Coverage Matters

Zoe and Parker chose to book both Michael and me for their full elopement-day timeline, and I truly can’t overstate how much that decision elevated their entire story. While many couples opt for more hours of photography than Super 8, the reality is this: the magic feels so much more complete when both mediums are there from beginning to end. Having photography and film fully aligned allows every chapter of the day to unfold seamlessly, without gaps or missed energy.

Because Michael and I were side by side from the very first moments of getting ready through the final celebration, their gallery doesn’t just document the day, it lives and breathes it. The quiet in-between moments, the emotional build-up, the movement on the dance floor, the fleeting glances. Everything feels connected. Full coverage transforms your wedding from a series of highlights into a cohesive, cinematic story that you get to relive exactly as it unfolded.

Cactus Bloom Photography | Las Vegas Elopement Photographer + Videographer

I truly adore these two. Their style, their energy, their kindness. Every part of working with them felt like a dream, the kind of connection that makes this job so incredibly special. Moments like these are exactly why I do what I do. At the heart of everything, my work is rooted in celebrating love in all its forms. Couples of every identity and orientation are not just welcome here. You are safe here, you are seen here, you are loved here and you belong here. Especially to my LGBTQ+ community, this space is yours, always.

If you’re dreaming of photos and Super 8 film that feel cinematic, electric, fun as hell, and unapologetically you, I would be so honored to bring your story to life. Reach out, let’s create something unforgettable together.