the elopement experience

What’s included in all my elopement packages

  • To make sure we plan a day that’s true to you, I’ll send over a questionnaire, so I can get to know you even better and help craft the best day, speficially for you.

  • This guide will help you through all of the steps of planning an elopement. There’s so much to think about when planning such an important day, so I made sure to include all of my tips and tricks in this resource!

  • I’m here every step of the way, so don’t hesitate to let me know if you need help with anything!

  • This is one of my favourite ways of being able to help you. After going though your answers in the questionnaire, you will receive a customized and detailed location idea list with the best hidden-gem elopement locations to choose from.

  • Planning an elopement can be overwhelming, so I’ll make it easier for you and recommend some of the best vendors in the area! Florists, hair & make up artists, officiants, videographers, .. Let’s get an amazing team together for your day!

  • I’ll help you create an all-day (or multi-day) elopement experience that will make sure you have a stress-free day. I have so many ideas for fun activities, and together we’ll create a day that’s better than you could’ve ever imagined!

  • You will receive your edited photos trough an online gallery. You’ll be able to easily share them with family and friends, download high resolution and web size files, and even print them through the gallery. There’s something so special about being able to physically hold your photos. So don’t hesitate to look through the options and discover all the beautiful albums, frames, prints etc that I offer!

Elopement couple popping champagne on top of a mountain
Dogs on top of a mountain during a sunset hiking elopement

 
 

Take a look at the experiences I offer:

Canadian Rockies hiking elopement

CANADIAN ROCKIES ELOPEMENT AND INTIMATE WEDDING PACKAGES

Whether you’re eloping just the two of you, or sharing this important moment with your 20 closest friends and family - I cannot wait to help you create an unforgettable experience and to document this day for you!

What’s included:

» Starting at 6 hours of coverage
» Unlimited planning assistance and vendor recommendations
» Access to my 100-page elopement guide
» Personalized location scouting and activity suggestions
» Hand-crafted timeline
» Edited high-resolution images with personal printing rights
» Digital gallery to view, download, print and share your photos worldwide
» Photographer travel fees included (within 2 hours from Cochrane, AB)

Starting at… $4,000

 

 
Wedding couple canoeing on a lake

ANYWHERE IN CANADA ELOPEMENT AND INTIMATE WEDDING PACKAGES

There are endless incredible locations in Canada and I’d love to help you find the location of your dreams!

What’s included:

» Starting at 8 hours of coverage
» Unlimited planning assistance and vendor recommendations
» Access to my 100-page elopement guide
» Personalized location scouting and activity suggestions
» Hand-crafted timeline
» Edited high-resolution images with personal printing rights
» Digital gallery to view, download, print and share your photos worldwide
» Photographer travel fees to anywhere in Canada

Starting at… $6,200

 

 

ADVENTURE SESSIONS

You can have an adventure session to celebrate your engagement, anniversary, honeymoon, or just because you’d like to have some rad photos of the two of you (or you and your pups)! It can be anything you want it to be!

What’s included:

» Starting at 1 hour of coverage
» Personalized location scouting and activity suggestions
» Edited high-resolution images with personal printing rights
» Digital gallery to view, download, print and share your photos worldwide
» Photographer travel fees included (within 2 hours from Cochrane, AB)

Starting at… $950

 
 

Have a crazy idea and don’t see what you’re looking for?

No elopement day is the same, and there are endless possibilities to celebrate your love! You could have a multi-day backpacking elopement, take a helicopter to the top of a mountain to read your vows to each other, go horseback riding into the wilderness, take a canoe to a remote island (which is what my husband and I did!), just let your wildest dreams come true and let’s do this!!


 
Backpacking couple overlooking the view during their hiking elopement

— Dom & Reid

“I don’t have the words to describe just how amazing Celestine is… but I will try! We spent approximately 24 hours with Celestine (and her wonderful sister) during our backpacking elopement and she truly went above and beyond capturing every moment of the once in a lifetime experience. She was such a trooper hiking almost 6 hours up to an alpine lake, where we spent a cold night, and then was up with us before the sun came up to capture us getting ready in our tent in the dark (she even helped me zip my dress up before the first look!). My favourite part of our elopement was our vow exchange. It felt like it was just my husband and I alone in the world, but she managed to capture it so perfectly without us even knowing she was there. I cherish every single photo she took of us and our group of friends (and dogs!) and I would recommend her to absolutely everyone. Celestine is such a kind and caring human, who is 100% there for you on your day and during all the planning leading up the event. She is also a magician with her camera. Thank you, Celestine, for being the best choice we made for elopement!”

 

Frequently asked questions:

 
  • This is very common! During my free elopement consultation call we can talk about what’s possible and figure out the right package for you. And you can also always add more time during the planning process.

  • Most of my couples actually end up mentioning this, and I get it! I’m feel the same when I have my photo taken. But don’t worry, this is why I focus on natural movement and candid moments. I will help you by giving some direction and giving you prompts, but as long as you two interact with each other like you normall would, we’ll get some amazing results! We’ll keep it super relaxed and fun!

  • This very much depends on what activities you’re doing on your day and how many guests you have, but typically you can expect to receive about 50-75 photos per hour of coverage. You will receive all of the very best photos of your day!

  • You will receive the full resolution, digital images with unlimited downloads, sharing, & personal printing rights. You’ll receive them in an online gallery so you can share them with family and friends world-wide.

  • Go to the contact page and get in touch! I like to hop on a phone call with my elopement clients, so we can get to know each other and make sure we’re a good fit! To reserve your date, you’ll need to sign my contract and pay a non-refundable retainer fee. Then I’ll officially be your elopement photographer and I can help you create your adventure of a lifetime!

  • I’d recommend as soon as possible! The only thing needed to book is a date and a general area, we can talk more about specifics once your date is booked!
    My calendar can fill up quickly, but I’ve also booked some elopements only a few weeks out, so don’t hesitate to get in touch in if you’d like to elope soon!

  • Yes! I love finding unique locations that are exactly what you’re looking for! After I receive your responses to my questionnaire, I’ll put together a custom location idea list with spots that I think you will really love. Then it’s up to you to pick your top one(s)!

  • Yes! If you envision yourself being surrounded by 20 of your favourite people on your dream day, then yes of course! Your elopement day can include whoever you want it to.

  • I love embracing any kind of weather! Some of my favourite photos have been taken during snow/rain storms. “Bad weather” honestly often makes for amazing photos. And an incredible adventure!
    If the forecast happens to be really bad (think lightning storm) before your hiking elopement, we will find another option!
    While the weather can be unpredictable in the Rocky Mountains, it also passes quickly!

  • That’s entirely up to you!
    You don’t have to hike if that’s not something you enjoy. There are locations that are very close to parking lots, and other spots that require some hiking (or two days of hiking if you’d like!)
    It all depends on what you envision your day to look like and what seems to be most true to YOU and what you enjoy doing as a couple!

  • You don’t have to hike in your wedding clothing if that doesn’t seem comfortable to you or if the hike is too long. For shorter hikes, you can for sure hike in your dress and let it get nice and dirty! (Which looks amazing in photos honestly), or for longer hikes you can hike the last part of the hike in it. Or just hike back down in your dress.
    Or, you can carry your attire in your backpack and you change when we reach our destination. There are so many ways to go about this, and we can do whatever your preference is!

  • You will receive a sneak peek of your photos within a week of your elopement, so you have something to share with friends and family.
    You can expect to receive your full gallery ten weeks after your elopement. This largely depends on the time of year, since June-September is usually my busiest season (and I’m also a mom to 3 little ones who are with me all the time)

  • Of course!
    Engagement/adventure sessions are such a great way to get to know each other before your big day. It’s a very good way to get comfortable in front of the camera as well.
    During an adventure engagement session, we would also be able to get to some incredible locations that you might not have time for on your wedding day. If hiking on your wedding day isn’t something you’re interested in, consider doing this as an adventure session instead!
    You can also add on extra hours or a second shooter at any time after booking your elopement.

  • Yes!
    When I send you your final gallery, you can order small prints, fine art albums, framed prints, canvas wall prints, or any other print product you want, from the best print labs across the country that I’ve hand picked for you. You can ship your order right to your doorstep with just a few clicks, all within the convenience of your online gallery. And so can your family and friends!