Welcome back to The EPIC Podcast (Elopement Photographer Inspiration Compass), the space where destination and adventure elopement photographers come to connect, grow, and feel inspired through real conversations with industry pros.

I’m your host, Sheryl Anne, destination elopement photographer, Navy veteran, and proud mama. In this episode, I chat with Susan Talantes of Jireh Artistry, one of Northern California’s top elopement hair and makeup artists serving the Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, and Big Sur regions.

With more than 17 years of experience, multiple publications, and a signature style rooted in elevated, natural bridal beauty, Susan creates a calm, spa-like experience for her brides while helping them look and feel radiant on their adventure elopement day.

We talk about her creative journey, how she handles 2 a.m. start times, what inspired her to start offering behind-the-scenes content creation, and the lessons she’s learned working in some of California’s most breathtaking locations.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How Susan transitioned from large traditional weddings to intimate elopements

• The biggest differences between elopement and wedding-day hair and makeup

• Tips for keeping your bridal look camera-ready in outdoor conditions

• What it’s like managing early morning prep and full-day adventure schedules

• Why Susan offers content creation as part of her services and how it benefits her couples

• Advice for new hair and makeup artists entering the elopement industry

• What “staying EPIC” means to her and how she brings excellence and care to every client

Stay tuned. Stay adventurous. Stay EPIC.

Links & Resources

• Follow Susan on Instagram: @jirehartistry

• TikTok: @jirehartistrybridal

• Explore her work: jirehartistry.com

• Follow along on Instagram: @sherylannephoto and @epicphotopodcast

• Explore my latest elopement work: Sheryl Anne Photo