Planning an LGBTQ+ Lake Tahoe wedding means finding more than a pretty venue. It means choosing a planner, vendor team, and photographer who respect your relationship, use inclusive language, and do not need a crash course in how to treat you well. This guide covers what to look for when hiring LGBTQ+ friendly Lake Tahoe wedding vendors and building a wedding day that actually feels like yours. Don't ever forget: Y'all means ALL!
Justin and Ashlyn’s Valhalla wedding was a celebration built around connection, presence, and joy. From their relaxed pre-ceremony time with the “Blue Crew” to their sunset portraits on the dock, every part of the day felt intentional and true to them. Their outdoor dinner on the lawn brought everyone together under the trees, and the dance floor energy never let up, thanks to their incredible family and friends. This wedding was a perfect example of how thoughtful planning and the right location can create space for real moments to unfold.
Planning a summer trip to Tahoe? This is a local’s guide to Lake Tahoe — packed with honest, tried-and-true recommendations from a South Lake local of nearly 20 years. From where to eat without the wait, to hidden hikes, wine cruises, distilleries, free concerts, and places the kids will actually love — it’s everything you need to plan your best Tahoe adventure without looking like a tourist. Come for the views, stay for the poke bowls and paddleboard yoga.
Whether you love wedding planning or hate it, choosing your vendors is one of the hardest decisions you'll ever make. If you're planning a Lake Tahoe wedding and want to know who my favorite people and the best Tahoe wedding vendors are, look no further! All my favorite people, all in one easy to navigate guide for getting married in Lake Tahoe.
Planning an intimate wedding in North Lake Tahoe? Hana and Tyler’s celebration at Gar Woods was a perfect blend of love, laughter, and lakeside charm. From personalized touches to navigating the unique lodging restrictions in the area, their day showcased how stunning and seamless a North Lake Tahoe wedding can be. Whether you're drawn to Gar Woods' lake views or its cozy, intimate vibe, this post has all the inspiration and tips you need to start planning your own unforgettable day.
June is my favorite month of the year – and not just because it’s my birthday month – but also because it’s PRIDE month! It’s a month of rainbows, parades, and celebration as communities worldwide come together to honor inclusivity, diversity, and the fabulous rainbow that is the LGBTQ community. I love it! A few years ago, I started participating in activities with Tahoe Pride. For one, to support my friends who are part of the community, and second, to make sure that our LGBTQ community understood that they have allies in our town. Our Tahoe Pride community is small but mighty, full of great people that I’ve come to call friends. They have a weekly mixer on Tuesdays (often with a game night theme) that I attend regularly, but in June they really kick the scheduling up a notch! If you want to help celebrate South Lake Tahoe Pride Events, there is something happening every week of June.
Stuart's family hails from Scotland and Vera's family hails from Eastern Europe. Although the two found love and live in Lake Tahoe, their wedding was going to be a destination wedding for most of their family and they decided there was no better way to show off their backyard than with a boat wedding on the expanse of Lake Tahoe. It was the first time Stuart's family had been in one location since 1987! A destination boat wedding isn't for everyone - but if you are the adventurous type it's a great way to show off the beauty of your chosen wedding location.
Lake Tahoe is one of the most beautiful locations in America (and I'm not just saying that because I live here), but it's also one of the most photographed. It's no wonder that so many people find it to be the perfect location for a wedding proposal. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or prefer a more intimate setting, Lake Tahoe offers a variety of unique and intimate locations. Here are my recommended locations for some of the best spots to create lasting memories, get down on one knee, and say "YES!"
A Tahoe winter wedding is a magical way to celebrate love amidst the snow-covered peaks and serene landscapes. If you're hoping for a winter white wedding extravaganza, just make sure you're fully comfortable and familiar with winter weather and conditions so that you can anticipate and address potential challenges. Any number of surprises can happen when planning and executing a Tahoe winter wedding - from slightly adjusting timelines due to weather conditions, coordinating with vendors to clear the deck of snow, and making sure that everyone is on the same page with some last minute finagling, your preparedness and proactivity will allow you to have the winter wedding of your dreams, albeit one filled with both warmth and joy. So.... bundle up y'all!
Should you choose to completely disregard my advice in my previous blog post about all the reasons why you should hold your Emerald Bay wedding by boat, then I am still here for you, albeit perhaps a bit begrudgingly. It is the hard truth that although picturesque, getting married or eloping at the top of Emerald Bay comes with significant challenges. You might think that an intimate wedding with less people provides less stress, but I can tell you with certainty (as can Chris and Stacy) that it does not in Emerald Bay. Still dedicated to an Emerald Bay elopement? Read on my friend.
I had the opportunity to photograph the ALM GlobeSt Women of Influence Conference and Awards Ceremony at the Everline Resort recently. It was so inspiring to be surrounded by so many amazing women in one place! If you hire me as your Everline Resort event photographer I'm going to give you, your attendees and your sponsors images that will not only document your day but also elevate it to a whole new level of fun, energy and that offers a visual representation of its success just like these.
Embark on an enchanting journey with a guide to the best way to hold an Emerald Bay elopement: by boat! All the reasons by eloping in Emerald Bay by boat solve all the headaches of this stunning location and all the amazing boat rental companies that I recommend.
Lauren Lindley is an Austin, TX and Lake Tahoe based commercial event photographer. Lauren also specializes in lifestyle and branding photography, corporate events, portraits, and headshot photography. When she’s not drinking wine, Lauren can be found traversing the globe with glee.
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