Elopement & Intimate wedding Photographer based in Lake Tahoe, CA

Amanda Kluesner

Photography

For the couples

who want to feel free, grounded, and deeply themselves on their wedding day.

Timeless Photography For Your 

Wild Love

You’re ready to trade the stress and expectations for something more real - something that feels like you. With years of experience documenting elopements across the wild beauty of Lake Tahoe and Northern California, I’ll walk with you through every step - from location scouting to timeline flow so your day feels effortless, meaningful, and entirely yours.

You don't have to scale a mountain side to quench your thirst for wonder - but if peaks fill your cup, I'm all for bagging at sunrise!

I am here to help you create your blissful vision and balance the experience of a lifetime with the sacredness of your vows.

All while making sure we stay hydrated and with plenty of snacks!

Even if it's with a cold brewski at the end of the day. 

Hi there. I'm Amanda!

I help you elope in your own way. 

How your elopement day could really feel

Calm +  Easy.

It’s moving through the day without rushing and settling into the kind of quiet joy that stays with you long after you’ve said “I do.”

You won’t have to memorize a timeline, figure out where the sun sets, or wonder if this is how it’s supposed to go. I’m here for it all - planning, guiding, documenting so you can be fully present with each other.

I’ll help you find the tucked away spots, hold your bouquet when needed, and remind you to stop and breathe when the views take your breath away.

This is your day -
let’s make sure it feels like it.

-Isabel + Luke

Everyone is still talking about how great she was! She expertly managed to make everyone, even the most camera shy of us (ME), feel at ease. Plus, she is genuinely fun to hang out with!

I am so happy to have met Amanda! She has great energy, is professional, and truly cares about what she does. 

— Isabel

Everyone is still talking about how great she was! She expertly managed to make everyone, even the most camera shy of us (ME), feel at ease. Plus, she is genuinely fun to hang out with!

I am so happy to have met Amanda!
She has great energy, is professional, and truly cares about what she does. 

Your Lake Tahoe Elopement

Step by Step

1. Reach out

Send an inquiry and tell me a bit about the two of you. I’ll be in touch with more info and to schedule a call so we can see if it feels like the right fit.

2. Book + Dream Big

Pick your date and collection, sign the contract, and you're in! From there, I’ll guide you through planning—timelines, locations, permits, and everything in between to bring your day to life.

3. Elope + Feel the whoa

This is where it all comes to life. You’ll slow down, be present, and soak in every whoa-worthy moment—while I document it all with care and heart.


Guides and inspiration
to make your Lake Tahoe elopement day your own

Planning resources

Squeeze your eyes tight and tell me:

What does your elopement look like?

What are the magic ingredients that only you two know to make this day Y O U R S and yours alone? There’s just one more thing to do to make it happen. And it’s right there ↓