Sedona, Arizona Elopement Photographer
cultivating photographic tales of Joy in the wild places of the world
your fairy-tale Elopement dreams Brought to life
Adventure Elopements & Small Weddings
Whether you want to get married just the two of you or with a handful of close loved ones, I want to be there to help you tell the tale!


Sedona Adventure Portraits
Special moments such as Engagements, Anniversaries, Proposals and more!

What does your fairy-tale look like?
Your day should all about what is meaningful to you!
Envision a wedding day that’s more than just an event you put on for other people, but an adventure designed just for you. Imagine exchanging vows in a stunning, wild setting where every moment is thoughtfully captured, and every detail tells your unique love story. If you’re a couple who cherishes meaningful, stress-free experiences over the pressures of a big wedding, you’ve found the perfect place.

My job as your Arizona based elopement photographer is to artfully capture your story in a way that is authentic to you! Think of me more as a fly on the wall to your grand adventure together. I want to capture real, candid, beautiful moments that speak to who you are as a couple.



You Might Be a Joy & Wander Couple If…

Meet your Fairy Godmother

Storyteller &
Experience co-creator
Your Sedona, Arizona Elopement Photographer
Hey! I’m Hillary Joy. From the moment we begin planning, consider me all in—your advisor, storyteller, and steadfast companion on this enchanting journey. I’m not just there to capture fleeting moments, as your photographer; I’m here to dream with you, weave together ideas, and ensure every detail unfolds like the perfect chapter in your love story.
When the day arrives, I’ll be by your side, camera in hand, preserving every breathtaking moment—the stolen glances, the laughter, the magic of your vows.
But the story doesn’t end when the last light fades. The memories we create together will become timeless heirlooms, treasured for generations. I want your great-grandchildren to hold these photographs in their hands and feel the love, the adventure, the undeniable magic of your day.
So no, I’m not just an Arizona elopement photographer. I’m your memory-keeper, your adventure companion, and the storyteller of a tale that will be told for lifetimes. Let’s create something truly magical together!

Hillary went above & beyond by making sure we had an amazing experience & our needs were met even down to even the smallest little details. Her sweet personality made it easy and effortless. Our photos turned out beautifully. I’m so pleased!!
~ Amanda & John
Elope in Arizona

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Kwynn and Nick are big-time adventure lovers — the kind of couple who’d rather be off-roading in the wild than anywhere indoors. So when it came time to plan their elopement, they knew exactly what they wanted: an off-road adventure in Sedona, surrounded by their closest people…
All Love is beautiful love
This is a safe space to be your authentic self and be celebrated for it!

