Intimate Weddings & Elopement photography that tells
your love story
I thrive on helping couples relive their best day ever — with timeless, emotion-filled photos that feel as real as the love you share. I aim to capture the story of your day. Just magic, meaning, and memories you’ll cherish forever.
Whether you’re exchanging vows in a church, a beautifully set backyard, or along the coastline of Northern California, I’m there to preserve every meaningful detail.
Wait...What is considered an intimate wedding?
An intimate wedding is a small, yet beautiful wedding celebration — typically with 50 guests or fewer — that keeps the focus on meaningful moments, intentional details, and the people who matter most. Unlike large traditional weddings, intimate weddings allow couples to slow down, be fully present, and create a wedding day that feels personal, relaxed, and truly them.
Why Do couples love Intimate weddings?
• More intentional: With fewer guests, every part of the day can reflect your relationship and values.
• Less stress: Planning a smaller event often means fewer logistics and more peace of mind.
• Budget-friendly (or luxury-focused): Whether you're saving or splurging, micro weddings give you more flexibility.
• Stunning locations: From Central Valley vineyards to California coastlines, smaller weddings open the door to unique venues you might not otherwise consider.
Why You'll Love Working With Me:
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06. A Tell All for Kauai Couples
You can call, text, or email anytime. I'm here to make this feel seamless and stress-free from start to finish.
01. Quick, clear Communication
We’ll build a timeline that works for your day — perfect lighting, zero stress, and space for all the moments that matter.
02. custom wedding timeline
We'll capture all the moments that tell your story — the big, the small, and everything in between. We'll laugh, have fun, and keep things easygoing. I create a comfortable, stress-free space and cheer you on every step of the way.
03. Natural, fun posing guidance
Your full gallery is delivered within four weeks — organized, high-resolution, and ready to share with family and friends in one click.
04.Fast, Beautiful, High Quality Edits
You’ll get exclusive guides to help you prep for your engagement session and wedding day — with tips, timelines, outfit inspo, and more!
05. Planning guides
the booking process
Once you inquire, I will respond within 48 hours regarding my availability for your wedding date. I will send you my collections guide so you can see exactly what services I offer. Please take your time to look at it and talk with your future spouse about what is best for you both! Once I hear back from you with the collection chosen, I will confirm next steps.
01. inquiry
We will schedule our very first video consultation! We will get to know each other and discuss all things wedding. This is when I would love to get a vision of what your dream day looks like. This will help me know how I can best help on making your vision come to life.
02. Let's Talk!
After we hit it off, because let's be honest, we will! You will receive a proposal via email with the wedding collection you chose, including all details you will need before signing. Once you sign the proposal, and pay the non refundable retainer fee you will officially be booked and your date is set with me!
03. Book It!
I have a questionnaire that will be emailed once you are officially booked with yours truly. This questionnaire will help me to see your vision, your hopes, dreams, and thoughts for your wedding day. This will be more detail oriented, and will help me in creating your custom photography timeline. This is not set in stone by any means but gives us a great starting point. We will continue to communicate and work together over the next several weeks to make a timeline that works great for not only lighting, but the time needed for optimal coverage for your day.
04. Questionnaire
I absolutely LOVE engagement sessions! There is no pressure, no stress, just a celebration of love between two people. These sessions are also a great way to get familiar in front of the camera and have fun! You'll also see my style in posing and the more storytelling approach I take. It will be a blast!
05. Engagement Session
Now it's time to say "I Do"! Your wedding day should be an enjoyable and stress free day. With the customized wedding day timeline we've created, you will be able to relax and be completely present for your day. This will be a time to laugh, party, dance, cry happy tears, and create unforgettable images that you will find yourself looking back on again and again! An heirloom for generations to come.
06. Wedding Day
Your full wedding gallery will be ready for viewing within 4 weeks of your wedding day! Yes, you read that right! Your photos will hit your email within 4 weeks. You will be able to view your photos through an online gallery with unlimited downloads. It is also a shareable gallery, so you can send them to anyone you would like!
07. Gallery
WEDDING
COLLECTIONS Include:
All
- Multiple check-in calls so we can plan, laugh, and make sure every detail feels just right
- A completely customized timeline built around your day — so you can relax and be present
- A full hour together before the big day for a joyful, laid-back engagement session
- Access to my Engagement & Bridal Guides, packed with tips, timelines, and wardrobe help
- 6 hours of wedding day coverage — from the quiet moments to the big ones
- A private, emotional first look (if you choose one) captured with care
- Your full online gallery, delivered within four weeks — because waiting too long is the worst
- One beautifully framed 11x14 print of your choice— ready to hang in your home
- All Travel fees included within 130 miles
Starting at $2250
Talk to me about eloping
This is when we focus on you and the love story you want captured. No seating charts, tight timelines, and stressful moments that make you want to scream. This is you two and me getting out into nature and focusing on your love story. t’s a day built entirely around you, with space to breathe, connect, laugh, and maybe share a bottle of bubbly at sunset.
Whether you want to exchange vows on a windswept cliff, deep in the redwoods, or in a quiet backyard with just the birds as your witnesses — I’m here to help plan it all. From location scouting and vendor recommendations to crafting a timeline that feels nothing like a schedule, I take the stress off your shoulders so you can just… be in love.
you two & me
Because eloping isn’t about doing less.
It’s about doing what matters most — and doing it beautifully.
No date, no problem! Let's chat about your thoughts of when, where, and what your thinking and go from there. We can create the day dreams are made of. from Big sur to yosemite, the opportunities are endless.
elopement
COLLECTIONS Include:
All
- Multiple check-ins so we can dream together, laugh a little, and make sure everything feels just right
- A completely customized timeline that leaves room to breathe, wander, pop champagne, or cozy up for a sunset picnic
- Location consultation + vendor recommendations to help bring your dream day to life — no stress, just joy
- Need an officiant? I’ve got you covered — I can legally marry you, camera in one hand, tissues in the other
- A relaxed and romantic day with plenty of time to explore, soak it all in, and be fully present with your person
- 4 hours of coverage to capture your vows, portraits, and all the quiet in-between moments that make elopements magical
- Your full gallery delivered within four weeks — because your memories shouldn’t sit in an inbox
- One beautifully framed 11x14 print of your choice— ready to hang in your home
- All Travel fees included within 130 miles
Starting at $1850
Working with Lesley was amazing!! She was incredibly flexible with our different ideas and thoughts.
- Elise
"She made sure she captured everything. Something I love about Lesley is her natural editing style and her ability to capture the candid moments. Not only were the pictures incredible, but she went out of her way to make sure our wedding day was perfect!! We coordinated several times before our wedding and she put so much work into making sure she captured our exact vision we had for our wedding pictures. We got all of the pics we wanted and a million more that we are in love with! We would highly recommend Lesley as a photographer for any occasion!!"
Lesley did an amazing job with my daughter's engagement, bridal, and wedding photos.
- Kade
"She is personable, experienced with working with large and small groups, creative in her photo selection, and fun to work with. I thought the entire experience was positive and the photos she was able to get were priceless. My daughter and her new husband really enjoyed working with her, and thought she really went above and beyond. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a great photographer. We won't hesitate to use her again when our other children are getting married."
esley is very organized and her attention to detail made the experience so smooth.
- April
"It was a fantastic decision to choose Lesley Clark Photography for our daughter's wedding. L She naturally captured important moments for us and even shots we hadn't considered. Setting aside her sharp photography skills, we can't say enough about her people skills and effortless ability to navigate our large family and friend group, in such a fun, yet efficient manner. She was prompt with her communication and quick to respond to any questions/requests we had. We are thrilled with the images she captured and the timely access to the gallery. We will not hesitate to engage her services in the future. Thanks Lesley!"
We truly enjoyed our experience and could feel the light from Lesley as she captured moments of my family.
- Danicia
"Lesley is a miracle worker! She did a photo shoot for our family on the beach. I was unsure of how the session would turn out since no one in my family enjoys taking photos. The day of the session, the weather was not ideal. I was feeling a little anxious about how the photos would turn out. Lesley somehow got my child to smile and laugh despite the high winds and cold. She is a joy to work with, and is an amazing photographer! The turnaround time for having beautifully edited photos was quick. Lesley even sent us a card after the session was over to thank US! So thoughtful!"
Working with Lesley was an absolute blast!
- Ryan
"She was very personable and made an event I usually do not care for, fun and memorable. By the end of the session I felt a greater love for my wife and son. It truly was quality family time together thanks to her magic behind the camera. Would highly recommend, and will definitely book again for our next family photo shoot!"
Where are you based out of?
I am based out of Northern California, not far from the Bay Area, but am willing to travel anywhere and everywhere. I spend a lot of time in Utah and Hawai'i as well!
Do you pose your clients or is it more freestyle?
Honestly, I do both. I love to pose and let you settle into that pose in your own style. I will give direction, and then watch the magic happen as you get more and more comfortable in front of the camera.
Do you offer prints?
Right now I am not offering a full print option. However, I have a few places I would totally recommend! I can send you that list if you're interested. You will also receive one beautifully framed 11x14 from your special day.
Will you share unedited/raw images?
There is a lot that goes into a photo session and a huge part of it is in the post processing portion. The edited photos are a huge part of photography and why you love what you see from other galleries. Therefore, I do not give any unedited or raw images.
