Vows and Peaks - Denver, Colorado

Victoria Elle

Words can't begin to express how amazing Sean is and how happy we are with our experience. My husband and I had a small intimate wedding with 15 of our closest friends and family. We found Sean early on in our wedding planning and knew we wanted to work with him right away. At our first meeting, we envisioned our perfect day from start to end which included a private vow ceremony, epic views, and a celebration with our loved ones. What Sean delivered was everything we dreamed of and more. Sean guided us every step of the way making the process as stress-free as possible. He also referred us to most of our vendors who were all excellent choices. Sean is organized, professional, down to earth, and overall just a great human being. What set him apart was his ability to make our day feel special and organic without feeling like a production. On the day of our wedding, we were able to live in the moment and fully enjoy our time together and with our loved ones. As an expert photographer, Sean was able to capture the magic of our day perfectly and we are obsessed with our album. Sean, we can't thank you enough and are forever grateful!

Ed Reed

Our adventure elopement was absolutely perfect. Sean guided us every step of the way. He provided local recommendations for all of our needs making it as stress free as possible. He thought of everything. He even joined my new bride for yoga poses at her request. Stop reading reviews and get booked with him. You will not be disappointed!

Kendra from Wild Brides Backcountry (recommended by Sean) was just as amazing and willing to get after it with us. Also highly recommended for your big day.

- The happily married couple.

Devin Clark

Sean was the best photographer! We eloped in Yosemite NP this past October and he was very helpful in all of the planning leading up to it and the permit process. He did an awesome job capturing all of our feelings and emotions during our elopement and knew all of the best spots to avoid the crowds and make it feel like we were the only ones there. We have never done a photo shoot before, however, Sean was an awesome hype man and made us feel comfortable all day. The photos came out amazing and will be something we cherish for the rest of our lives. Highly recommend Sean if you're considering an adventure elopement!

Mrs. Hamilton

Unforgettable Elopement Experience with Vows & Peaks

From the very start, Vows & Peaks, under Sean's expert guidance, exceeded our expectations in every aspect of our elopement planning. Sean's talent in art direction, detailed coordination, and providing comprehensive elopement packages, complete with invaluable tips, advice, and curated vendor lists, was nothing short of remarkable.

Sean's social media posts about his personal spirituality goals and affirmations reflect his dedication and personal touch, adding a unique and heartfelt element to his work. On our big day, we were unexpectedly late, but Sean's professionalism shone through. He was neither upset nor passive-aggressive; instead, he demonstrated an admirable understanding and patience, recognizing that the delay wasn’t a sign of disrespect.

A piece of advice to future couples: give yourselves ample time, ideally an hour, before the event. The excitement and anticipation can be overwhelming, and you’ll want to ensure the overwhelming moment doesn’t make you late.

Sean’s role as a photographer is more akin to an artist and guide. Enter the experience without preconceived notions and watch as he skillfully captures the magic of your moments. The 'sneak peek' photos were a testament to his exceptional skill and artistic vision.

Our decision to hire Sean was one of the best we made, and we wouldn't hesitate to do it again. In fact, the next time we're in town, we plan to invite Sean and his wife for a casual coffee or a drink!

We wholeheartedly recommend Vows & Peaks to everyone. The Cybersecurity community on my Twitter has been in awe of our photos, and our family has equally adored them. Sean has a knack for capturing the essence of what we envisioned – everything was picture-perfect!

Lastly, don’t miss out on purchasing a wedding book. It’s not just a product; it's a timeless, vintage keepsake of high quality that will forever remind you of your special day.

Jennifer Cheney

Where to begin? First and foremost, Sean is by far one of the most patient and creative photographers. My husband and I desired adventure, and Sean provided without hesitation. Our wedding day was one of the most exciting, beautiful, and memorable.

From the first conversation had, you could feel the passion held for nature and elopements alike by Sean. It brought a sense of comfort to us, as this trip was completely out of our comfort zone! It couldn’t have gone better. Sean became a wedding planner-of-sorts and provided the perfect elopement, with photos including the most breathtaking scenery in numerous Colorado landscapes surrounding the Breckenridge area… I could not recommend him enough if I tried. His excitement too include our passion for motorcycle riding was amazing, and while the winter storm caused a whiteout in the original mountain location considered for the bike was willing to drive around to several locations he is familiar with in order to find a suitable location for what we were wanting, as the motorcycle is a pivotal part of our journey together. While the snow storm made the locations change for visibility and safety purposes, the excitement and adventure never wavered. Married in the snow… like literal snow fall. While surrounded by fields of white… My husband and I both get camera shy/awkward, Sean made this so much easier by capturing so much love in the candid moments and even during the posed photos, he made it painless and fun. This was the most incredible day, spent with someone who felt more like a friend to us.

The photos are beautiful, and match the unmatched beauty of the day. Saying vows on a thinly frozen lake, riding a motorcycle with snow falling on us, dancing on another frozen lake in the snowfall, even getting ready in the hotel room prior to our first look… the photos capture every ounce of love and emotions from our big day. Thank you for everything, Sean for giving us memories that will last a lifetime, and photos of those moments that will last even longer.

Jordan Patellaro

If you’re looking for a little to stress free wedding. Sean is your guy , he was super helpful through the entire process. Offering to help us find lodging, travel ideas, day of ideas, ect… he was an endless book of knowledge. Though we lived in Illinois and traveled to Colorado he made sure that we had zero worries and all questions and concerns answered well before the day of! The day of when we first met Sean in person it felt like we had known him the entire year. He is super friendly and relatable! Our morning hike couldn’t have been better seeing the sun peak over the mountains while reading your vows to your loved one hits perfectly. Sean knew the right areas to go and was super accommodating the whole time whether we needed water breaks or just to stop to soak in the view to enjoy the day fully. If you’re looking for someone to help ease your nerves, take some bomb photos, while fully getting to immerse yourself into your special day, I promise that you won’t regret choosing Sean as our family still brings up the day and the memories that were made!! Thanks again Sean!!!

Kelly T

I absolutely cannot recommend Sean enough!!! His work ethic, attitude, and artistic eye allowed us to have a wedding day above and beyond what we imagined and dreamed of. He is so much more than just a photographer (and artist). Planning a wedding from Indiana in a town we had never been to could have never been possible without Sean. He was absolutely critical in how and where we planned our wedding. We wanted 15 family/friends to be included and Sean found us the perfect locations and vendor recommendations to accommodate that. (Plus my family also absolutely loved him too!)

Initially we were nervous since we have never had professional photos taken before - but immediately upon meeting Sean I felt like I was meeting up with a friend and he made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. His aesthetic vision when it comes to photography was so incredible to watch & see the final product. Our “sneak peak” photos were sent hours after the ceremony (how?!) and we were speechless at how beautiful and creative they were. I have not stopped staring at them.

During both our private shoots & during the family ceremony- I saw why Sean is in fact an “elopement ninja” - what he was willing to do for the perfect shot! The photos we have gotten so far are just breathtaking. I am so in love with them and we will treasure them for a lifetime. Sean is worth every single penny. Trust your gut and BOOK WITH HIM! I promise you will not regret it.

Stephanie Bakula

We decided we wanted to do an adventure elopement in Colorado, and we were looking for a photographer who knew how to capture the natural beauty of mother nature, as well as the uniqueness of an elopement. We came across Sean's work on Instagram and immediately booked a consultation with him. Once we got on the phone, we felt an instant connection and knew he was the right fit.

The basics: Sean's pricing is very competitive, his work speaks for itself (it's beautiful) and he is a great communicator--super responsive, clear, and professional.

The other great stuff: Sean played a huge role in planning our day. He did plenty of research and gave us location options for our ceremony, which we never would've found without him. He also provided recommendations for private chefs, hair, makeup, etc. Leading up to our elopement, Sean was super communicative and clear, and I always felt in the loop. When the day of our wedding came, Sean was in contact with us before he arrived, and showed up on time. We instantly clicked (he is so easy to get along with!) and never felt rushed or pressed for time. We loved his non-intrusive photography style too. He seemed to capture many natural moments without us even realizing, but was also happy to help provide guidance for more posed shots. His experience with the outdoors put me at ease too--I felt safe, prepared, and knew what to expect.

I can't recommend Sean enough if you're looking for an elopement photographer. He made our wedding day so easy, stress-free, and most important of all, FUN! I can't wait to print our photos and display them in our home!