After working with Erin & Zoltan, I fell in love with small weddings. Rather than elope, these two invited immediate family members to a long weekend getaway outside Santa Cruz. They rented an awesome house on 22 acres of property, with a few small cabins on site. That Friday, bright and early, the caterers arrived to cook a light breakfast as everyone got ready for the ceremony. I came in a few hours later with the floral delivery - the house was oozing with love & relaxed excitement.

Erin & Zoltan got married in the backyard, under a tiny little arch, in the presence of their parents and siblings. Afterward, while those two snuck out to the coast for some amazing portraits, their planner, caterer and family set up an epic backyard brunch.

They spent the rest of the weekend celebrating, sipping mimosas, and just being together. It was the ultimate elopement… plus a few :)

Photos: Love & Wolves Co // Planning: Small Shindigs // Hair & Makeup: Love & Wolves Beauty // Venue: 22 acre airbnb outside Santa Cruz