Your Astoria Elopement Photographer


Hey! I'm Amy!



I'm probably a little bit like the two of you. I'm a travel-enthusiast, outdoor lover, and very independently-minded. I've always struggled with doing thing just because I was told to, so I've been pushing past expectations and social norms for as long as I can remember.


When all is said and done, I want my life to be full of purpose, love, and curiosity. This is why working with eloping couples gives me so much energy and purpose. I love developing relationships, and believe wholeheartedly in serving couples with meaningful art, personal friendship and genuine kindness.  


I can't wait to getting to know you  in a way that helps me tell your story!

Not sure what to do in Astoria on your elopement day?

Here are some ideas to get you started!

  • Play at an arcade
  • Listen to live music on the pier
  • Ride bikes
  • Do an 80s movie tour
  • Go brewery hopping
  • Walk through downtown in your wedding clothes
  • Explore the bridges
  • Get ready together 
  • Sit on the edge of a pier
  • Share a local bottle of wine
  • Pop champagne 
  • Eat pizza (eat pizza with your dog!)
  • Order room service
  • Do shots from a shotski
  • Stay overnight in a tent
  • Go for a run 
  • Dance under the stars
  • Build a campfire on the beach
  • Go fishing
  • Listen your favorite love songs
  • Eat at a food truck in your wedding clothes
  • Create your own craft beer tasting
  • Smoke cigars
  • Write each other a poem
  • Dig for clams
  • Make breakfast together
  • Go berry picking
  • Enjoy a picnic 
  • Pick wildflowers
  • Cross the bridge into Washington
  • Do yoga
  • Make leaf piles to jump in together
  • Build a snowman
  • Go on a hot air balloon ride
  • Take a flying lessons
  • Charter a helicopter 
  • Write your vows together
  • Visit a flower farm
  • Paint on the beach together 
  • Get matching tattoos 
  • Rent dune buggies
  • Look for agates or seashells on the beach
  • Play frisbee


  • Go canoeing
  • Go kayaking
  • Try a new type of cuisine 
  • Paint each other’s faces
  • Eat ice cream
  • Go on a hike
  • Walk your dog on the beach
  • Go paragliding
  • Roast marshmallows
  • Smoke a bong
  • Go ziplining
  • Sing karaoke
  • Soak in a hot tub
  • Charter a yacht
  • Visit a winery
  • Stay in a historic home

“Amy Zumwalt is EXTREMELY talented, confident, and hilarious. She knows what she's doing and it was easy to trust her when it came to suggestions about the photography timeline for the day of. I feel like we can relive our day over and over again by looking at our pictures.”

FAQ

Can we invite guests?

Of course! While some couples want the intimacy and privacy of an elopement that is just for them, that's not the case for everyone.
How many guests you bring along does make a difference, however. Here's how:
If you plan to invite more than 4-5 guests, your locations will be more limited. You'll need to choose places that are more easily accessible, have bathrooms, etc.
You'll also need at least 8 hours if you have more than just a few guests. That gives you time to spend a couple of hours with them, and still break away for your wedding adventure.
All in all, we do recommend you include no more than 25-30 guests tops. Any more than that and we suggest considering a venue or booking a multi-day elopement so you can have one day to yourselves, and one day with your guests.

How many hours do we need for our elopement?

Most of our elopements are between 7 and 12 hours. How many hours you need depends on your location(s), how many guests you have, and what things you want to do on your wedding day.
A half day elopement is about 7-8 hours. This works for couples who have 5 guests or fewer, and who's excursions and locations fit easily into this time frame.
Couples who want both sunrise and sunset, more than one major location, or have more than 5 guests usually need a full day (10-12 hours). This allows time to do everything on their list, and time to spend with their guests.
We also offer two-day elopements. These are great for couples who want to have a day together, just the two of them, and then a day where their guests are included.
Click on "pricing" above to see our packages in more detail. We are here to help you work through the packages to see what makes the most sense for you!

what is your turnaround time for our photos?

When you elope, most of your friends and family arent there to share it with you. That's why we send you a whopping 20-30 preview photos almost immediately! The rest of your photos will be delivered within 8 weeks.

Do you offer printed photos and albums?

Yes! Professional photos can be ordered through your online gallery. We also include an album in every package with 8 hours or more. These albums are the highest quality we've seen in 15 years, and are handbound in the US. The quality of our albums is something you have to see to believe. Additional albums and album upgrades and can be purchased anytime, even after your gallery has been delivered.

Do we have the printing rights to our photos?

Absolutely. You have the rights to printing your photos personally anywhere you'd like!

What happens if we have bad weather?

In most circumstance, we are able embrace all kinds of weather. In fact, some of our favorite shoots have happened during the light rain or on pretty windy days. However, we always keep a close eye on the local forecast and radars, especially if we will be in the mountains where the weather can be unpredictable. We also keep days free around your date so that we have a weather backup if necessary.

Will you help us find locations?

Without a doubt! This is one of the most important parts of our job. Once we get an idea of what you like as a couple, we will put together a list of locations which we feel are the best fit for you!

THIS SOUNDS AMAZING, BUT THE IDEA OF TAKING PHOTOS FOR 8 HOURS SOUNDS...EHHH... NOT SO GREAT

Don't worry, this is not a hours-long photo shoot. Here is some insight into how we work during an elopement day
1) Your ceremony and vows:
During this time, you won't be worried about the camera. We'll have a place that's private so you can focus on each other, and we will respect the moment by getting beautiful photos without causing any distractions.
2) The 'pick-your-jaw-up-off-the-floor" photos:
We'll have times set aside create those stunning images that show off the landscape, with you and your partner right in the middle of it all. This is usually the hour or two before sunset, or during the sunrise, or both.
3) The in-between moments:
A lot of our photos come from moments when the couple doesn't feel like they have to be "on". For example, while you are hiking, picnicking, playing on the beach, and doing all the things that we helped you plan for your day together. These will be the photos that will bring back so many emotions year after year.
4) The no-photos moments
We know it is really overwhelming to have cameras around all day. That's why we set aside some time here and there where we will put the cameras away completely and let you take a break. We'll give you time alone, or hang and relax with you, whatever you prefer.
We promise the whole process will be really fun, and when it's done you'll wish we had more time!