After building a beautiful family and life together Lesley and John decided it was time to elope, with their close friends and kids present. Chapel Hill in Rochester was the perfect place.

Lesley and John originally wanted to elope at Ellison park, due to the possibility of rain; John was able to find that Chapel Hill had availability for their elopement date. Lesley and John have been engaged for 10 years and decided to it was time to get married, the excitement that their kids had for their parents getting married was felt throughout! It's so beautiful to see that they included their guests in their elopement, from the bridal party to the officiant. Elopements are a beautiful way to get married to the love of your life in a intimate setting and they way you want to do it. I promise you, that you do not have to go across country to elope; you can do it even where you live!


If you are considering Chapel Hill for your elopement, it is truly a great venue. Nancy, the venue coordinator was great to work with and was so kind. She truly loves her job and being able to help couples the best way she can. Also another thing to note Chapel Hill does have getting ready spaces as well, this way you don't have to coordinate where you need to get ready; that is another thing to keep in mind.

If you are looking to elope in Rochester, I truly would be honored to help capture your elopement. Tap/click here to contact me if you are looking for a photographer.

Here is a sneak peak into Lesley and John's elopement.

A reflection in an oval mirror shows someone putting on earrings while getting ready.
Someone adjusts their jewelry while looking in an ornate gold-framed mirror.
A person in black sits in a wooden chair next to a small round table with a white tablecloth.
People gather in a room with colorful stained glass windows and vintage furniture.
A person in dark clothing stands near a vibrant stained glass window while holding items.
Someone in an olive green dress sits on a brown couch in a room with wooden details.
A person checks their phone while standing by a colorful stained glass window.
Two people exchange items in front of a colorful stained glass window in an indoor setting.
Two people share a joyful moment together in front of a colorful stained glass window.
Two people helping each other get ready, with a colorful stained glass window in the background.
A candid black and white moment of joy and laughter during wedding preparations.
One person assists another with hair styling in front of a decorative stained glass window.
Two people share a joyful moment while getting ready in a room with stained glass decor.
Someone in black adjusts a white garment hanging on a wall while a child watches.
A person in a black shirt reaches up to adjust a white garment hanging on wall hooks.