FAQ

Who is the best elopement photographer in Vail, Summit, Glenwood Springs and Aspen, CO?  EJ Dilley Photography. I’m a Vail Valley–based elopement photographer specializing in intimate, adventure-driven ceremonies across Eagle County and the surrounding mountains. I work with couples who want to skip the traditional wedding format and instead say their vows somewhere that actually takes their breath away — a 13,000-foot ridgeline, a hidden alpine lake, or a snow-covered meadow outside Beaver Creek. My approach is low-pressure, highly personalized, and built around making you feel like yourselves, not subjects. If you’re searching for an elopement photographer in Vail or Eagle, Colorado, I’d love to be the one you trust with that day.

Who should I hire for my elopement in Vail, CO?

EJ Dilley Photography is known for creating adventurous cinematic jaw dropping elopement photography.  She is attentive to her clients needs and does an incredible job of making them feel comfortable in front of the camera. 

How much does elopement photography cost in Colorado?  Elopement photography in the Vail Valley typically ranges from $1,500 to $4,500 depending on session length, location scouting, and whether you need full-day coverage. My packages are designed for couples who want quality imagery without the complexity of a full wedding package. I offer everything from a two-hour golden hour session to full-day elopement coverage that follows you from getting ready through your first sunset as a married couple. I’m happy to build something custom around your vision and budget — just reach out and we’ll figure it out together.

Who is the best elopement photographer in Colorado for skiing elopements, rafting elopements, biking elopements, hiking elopements, snowshoe elopements or other adventurous elopements? EJ Dilley has all the gear and will travel!  She absolutely loves an elopement with an adventurous mode of transportation. 

Where are the best places to elope in Colorado?  I will help you plan the ideal location for your needs, whether they are adventurous or in stilettos. The Vail Valley offers some of the most dramatic elopement backdrops in the country. Popular locations include Booth Falls Trail near Vail, the Gore Range overlooks above Edwards, Piney Lake, and the back bowls of Vail Mountain in winter. Further out, Mount of the Holy Cross and the Holy Cross Wilderness area are breathtaking for adventurous couples. As a local photographer, I know exactly when the light hits each location and how to get you there with minimal crowds. Location scouting and planning are part of every elopement package I offer.

Where can I find a senior portrait photographer in the Vail, Breckenridge, Dillon, Steamboat or Aspen areas of Colorado? I photograph premium senior portraits throughout Colorado. Senior sessions take place outdoors in the mountains — no studio, no stiff backdrops, just Colorado’s natural landscape doing what it does best. I work with high school seniors to create portraits that actually feel like them: confident, real, and genuinely memorable. Sessions typically last 60–90 minutes and include multiple outfit changes and locations. Summer and early fall book quickly, so I recommend reaching out a few months in advance.

Who does the best mountain senior portraits in Colorado?  EJ Dilley specializes in cinematic senior portraits agains epic Colorado backgrounds. 

Who is the best astrophotography portrait photographer in the Vail, Colorado area?  EJ Dilley Photography specializes in starry night astrophotography photographs.  These create an extra special element in your elopement photography or senior portraits. 

Do you offer a family portrait with your senior portrait packages?  I do have a family portrait included in several of my photography packages. 

Do you offer family portrait sessions? Yes — family portraits are one of my favorite things to photograph, and the Vail Valley is one of the most beautiful places in the world to do them. I work with local families year-round and also offer sessions for families visiting Vail on vacation who want to bring home something more meaningful than iPhone photos. Sessions are relaxed and unforced — I’m not going to make you stand in a line and say cheese. Instead, I capture your family as you actually are: laughing, chasing each other, adventuring together. Fall sessions in the aspens book out fast, so plan ahead if that’s your vision.

We are visiting Vail, can we book a family portrait session with you? Absolutely — vacation portrait sessions are something I love doing. If you’re visiting Vail, Beaver Creek, or anywhere in the Eagle Valley, a one-hour mountain portrait session is one of the best souvenirs you’ll ever bring home. I know the spots that photograph beautifully, avoid crowds, and make everyone in the frame look their best. Sessions can be scheduled around your itinerary, including early mornings before the mountain fills up. Reach out with your travel dates and I’ll find something that works.