Intimate Virgin Islands Elopement at St. Thomas – Jennifer & Daniel

While vacationing in St. Thomas in January, I had the opportunity to photograph Jennifer and Daniel’s intimate Virgin Islands elopement on the beach! Jeremy and I were swimming in Magens Bay when I saw someone setting up what looked like white curtains in the sand. A few minutes later it dawned on me: “Someone’s getting married here today! There’s going to be a wedding on the beach!!”

I jumped out of the water, introduced myself to the groom and officiant, and asked if they wouldn’t mind if I grabbed my Fujifilm to capture their ceremony. As I predicted, the festivities were scheduled around sunset. The light was getting softer, and the bride was on her way! To my luck, they agreed.

Daniel and Jennifer’s ceremony was brief but intimate, surrounded by a handful of their family and friends in paradise. There is something so personal and emotional about an intimate wedding ceremony. With all eyes on this couple, you could feel the support for the love that they share. Even never having met these two, I still got teary-eyed behind the lens! I have no doubt that they are meant to spend the rest of their lives together.

I captured their champagne toast and cake cutting (it was piña-colada flavored!), and then left the newlyweds to celebrate with their guests. How lucky I am to have been a part of this! Daniel & Jennifer: thank you for the opportunity to capture these moments! I wish you all the happiness in your future together.

Want to have your own Virgin Islands Elopement?

There are several companies on the islands who assist couples in their own intimate beach weddings. Packages may include a variety of perks, such as your bouquet, wedding cake, and newlywed champagne toast. Remember, even if your package includes a photographer, you can always provide your own!

For more info and inspiration, check out the following:
Island Bliss Weddings
Secret Harbour Beach Resort
Flawless Weddings and Events

Vendor Team

Ceremony Location: Magens Bay Beach/Officiant: Michael Motylinski/Bouquet: Roses Too/Cake: Island Sweet Stuff

Beach wedding ceremony location for intimate Virgin Islands elopement
Sea shells and palm leaf in sand for Virgin Islands elopement beach wedding ceremony
Bride's colorful bouquet in sand before intimate Virgin Islands elopement at St. Thomas
Groom and officiant walk on beach before intimate Virgin Islands elopement ceremony
Groom waits for bride on beach before their intimate Virgin Islands wedding ceremony
Bride gets ready to walk down aisle at St. Thomas Virgin Islands beach wedding
Popular Virgin Islands elopement location Magens Bay Beach at sunset
Sea shell decor in sand at St. Thomas Virgin Islands beach wedding ceremony
Bride gets ready for St. Thomas Virgin Islands elopement ceremony at Magens Bay Beach
Groom watches bride walk down aisle at intimate Virgin Islands elopement ceremony
Bride walks toward groom on beach during intimate Virgin Islands wedding ceremony
Guests watch as bride walks down aisle at beach wedding ceremony in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
Bride greets groom during beach wedding ceremony at their intimate Virgin Islands elopement
Emotional bride and groom during their beach wedding ceremony and Virgin Islands elopement
Bride and groom exchange vows in intimate Virgin Islands elopement ceremony at St. Thomas beach
U.S. Virgin Islands elopement at Magens Bay Beach in St. Thomas
Virgin Islands elopement ceremony on St. Thomas beach at sunset
Groom looks lovingly at bride during intimate Virgin Islands elopement on St. Thomas beach
Couple exchanges rings at their St. Thomas Virgin Islands beach wedding
Bride and groom exchange vows on beach during sunset Virgin Islands elopement
Bride and groom exchange vows during their Virgin Islands elopement at Magens Bay Beach
Bride and groom exchange rings on beach at intimate Virgin Islands elopement ceremony
Bride and groom's first kiss on beach during sunset Virgin Islands elopement
Just married bride and groom greet guests at their Virgin Islands beach wedding
View of Virgin Islands elopement location Magens Bay Beach and palm trees
Small wedding cake with tropical flowers at destination Virgin Islands elopement
Pink flower detail on wedding cake at intimate Virgin Islands elopement
Bride and groom cut wedding cake on beach at their intimate Virgin Islands elopement
Bride and groom kiss after cutting wedding cake at their Virgin Islands elopement on St. Thomas
Just married bride and groom toast champagne at their romantic Virgin Islands elopement
View of Magens Bay Beach at sunset on St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

4 Replies to “Intimate Virgin Islands Elopement at St. Thomas – Jennifer & Daniel”

  1. Only photographers would accept a last minute contract when they’re in vacation, haha! They were lucky to stumble on you, you did a wonderful job 🙂

  2. Becca says:

    I love the story behind this. They are so lucky to have this beautiful moment documented by you. ❤️

  3. Emma says:

    Oh my goodness! Thanks for your comments – this was truly a joy to photograph. An unexpected treat 🙂

  4. These are wonderful!

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