Wedding Portraits at Arches National Park
Blue Hour Wedding Portraits
So you want epic wedding photos...
There are fewer places for unforgettable and wildly unique wedding photos than Arches National Park. Nestled in Moab, Utah, this epic landscape is otherworldly and breathtaking. One way to ensure dramatic and beautiful wedding photos is to continue shooting after the sun dips below the horizon where the light gets undeniable soft and and the pastels of pink through blue color the sky. This short window of light is called Blue Hour.
![elopement couple close snuggle at Arches National Park by Utah Elopement Photographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/erXD91G/CC1_1982-a465cfb8-300.jpg)
![Sunset landscape image of the Windows in Arches National Park](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/odAL8DP/CC2_5450-2fd452f5-300.jpg)
![Wedding couple holds each other at the Windows in Arches NP on their elopement day by Utah Elopement Photographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/lRXr0DG/DA1_5801-027b76a9-300.jpg)
![Wedding photo focused on the landscape of Arches NP by Utah Elopement Photographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/vwALyD9/CC1_2038-24ec8b63-300.jpg)
Chasing the Light..
It is important to choose a photographer that knows the locations of the park to know where the light is best at different times of day. As an example, the Windows at Arches National Park can be an ideal location for blue hour as you can face yourselves towards the setting sun to capture the most light on your faces, but will have the beautiful arches, cotton candy skies, and arches behind you. To receive the wedding photos of your dreams, it is important to trust your photographer and the order at which they select locations. The best photographers will know where the light is best during different portions of the day and can plan a schedule to capture different areas with you while also factoring in travel and hiking time between locations, creating the most efficient and beautiful photo timeline for you and your love.
Be sure to secure your permits..
If you are planning to host your ceremony in the park there are certain locations within the park that allow for a ceremony and guests. Each has different guest counts allowed, parking availability, and accessibility. For up to date information straight from the source, click HERE to view Arches National Parks wedding information!
Enjoy the Adventure..
Remember to take a lot of deep breaths and enjoy the adventure. Often times there will be some wind, heat, and people. I know, I know... National Parks can be... people-y. Typically as the day gets later and the light grows softer and golden, the park begins to calm and quiet. Take a moment to ground yourself in the sand, feel the sandstone, and embrace each other with the musical wind. What really makes epic photos is your authentic glances, smiles, and embraces together. Grand landscapes are just icing on the cake!
![Wedding couple holds each other at the Windows in Arches NP on their elopement day by Utah Elopement Photographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/DAH_6627-Edit-f19450be-1000.jpg)
![Elopement couple pose for editorial photo in Arches National Park by Utah Elopement Photographer and videographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/CC1_1938-aa7f454a-1000.jpg)
![Landscape image of the windows at Arches National Park at sunset](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/CC1_2104-34dff889-1000.jpg)
![Bridal portrait at Arches National Park by Arches Wedding Photographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/CC1_2051-80785aa8-1000.jpg)
![Elopement couple hold hands in Arches National Park by Utah Elopement Photographer and videographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/CC2_5481-2924cdaf-1000.jpg)
![Wedding photo focused on the landscape of Arches NP by Utah Elopement Photographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/CC1_2044-21bd1cb8-1000.jpg)
![Elopement couple pose for editorial photo in Arches National Park by Utah Elopement Photographer and videographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/DA1_5733-0cf790fe-1000.jpg)
![Wedding couple holds each other at the Windows in Arches NP on their elopement day by Utah Elopement Photographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/CC1_2015-8735c90c-1000.jpg)
![elopement couple close snuggle at Arches National Park by Utah Elopement Photographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/CC1_1978-Copy1-41a85f6d-1000.jpg)
![Elope couple gives forehead kiss at Arches National Park with Utah Elopement photographer and videographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/CC1_1957-Edit-f74f1d06-1000.jpg)
![Nature detail shot in elopement gallery by Utah Elopement Photographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/DAH_6655-d30a9e4b-1000.jpg)
![Elopement couple hold hands in Arches National Park by Utah Elopement Photographer and videographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/DA1_5710-88e18bbf-1000.jpg)
![Elopement couple laughs during their wedding photos session in Arches National Park](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/CC2_5487-Edit-Copy1-db934f5c-1000.jpg)
![Groom portrait during Arches National Park Elopement by Utah elopement photographer and videographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/CC1_2088-f50ffd4c-1000.jpg)
![Elopement couple hold hands in Arches National Park by Utah Elopement Photographer and videographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/CC1_2036-63369198-1000.jpg)
![Elopement couple hold hands in Arches National Park by Utah Elopement Photographer and videographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/DA1_5739-49318e7a-1000.jpg)
![Groom portrait during Arches National Park Elopement by Utah elopement photographer and videographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/CC1_2097-951abe99-1000.jpg)
![Bridal portrait at Arches National Park by Arches Wedding Photographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/DA1_5842-a15cf778-1000.jpg)
![elopement couple close snuggle at Arches National Park by Utah Elopement Photographer](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/DAH_6621-Edit-0323d24d-1000.jpg)
![Elopement couple laughs during their wedding photos session in Arches National Park](http://images-pw.pixieset.com/elementfield/xXALjja/CC2_5487-Edit-fe40120d-1000.jpg)
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