And if that's your thing? Amazing.
But that's only one version of what an intentional wedding day can look like.
For some couples, it might be watching the sunrise from a clifftop lookout before returning to a beautiful Airbnb for a slow morning together.
What if your wedding day felt like the best part of your honeymoon — an unrushed, unforgettable day to get lost in together?
Most people think an intimate wedding or elopement means hiking for hours up a mountain carrying backpacks and camping gear.
And if that's your thing? Amazing.
But that's only one version of what an intentional wedding day can look like.
For some couples, it might be watching the sunrise from a clifftop lookout before returning to a beautiful Airbnb for a slow morning together.
For others, it could be escaping to a cosy country cottage and spending the morning handcrafting your wedding rings with a retired jeweller before exchanging vows beneath the trees.
Maybe it's a private boat charter to a secluded island. A vintage Land Rover adventure through winding backroads. A private chef preparing dinner at your Airbnb while you watch the sunset with a glass of wine in hand.
The beauty is that there are no rules.
Your wedding doesn't have to fit inside a few short hours.
It can be a full day.
It can be multiple days.
Imagine spending the first day exploring together. Sharing a picnic. Taking the scenic route simply because you can. Creating memories that feel more like the best part of a honeymoon than a traditional wedding day.
Or perhaps it's spending a day at Mt Cook, wandering through landscapes you've never seen before until 10pm because that's when the sun finally sets. Chasing pink skies over Tasman Lake, with icebergs floating quietly in the background and the mountains glowing in the last light of the day.
Then the following day, gathering with the people who matter most.
An intimate ceremony, cocktails and grazing tables, long conversations, laughter, and dancing.
A celebration where you're actually present because you're not being pulled away from your guests for hours of photos.
You get the adventure.
You get the experience.
You get the connection.
You get the celebration.
Because having a meaningful wedding isn't about how many people are there. It's about creating a day that feels completely and unapologetically like you.
The kind of day you'll still be talking about fifty years from now.
The kind of day where you look at each other afterwards and think,
"I can't believe that was our life."
And the best part?
You don't have to figure it all out on your own.
Your wedding isn't built around photography. Instead, photography is thoughtfully woven into an experience designed around what matters most to you — your connection, your story, and the way you want to remember it.
From our very first conversation to the moment your gallery arrives, we're here to guide you through the logistics, timelines, locations, and all the little details that help your day feel effortless, meaningful, and uniquely yours.
Vast in landscape, tender in frame, and shaped by natural light, we create imagery that captures not only how your day looked, but how it felt.
Life in Australia and New Zealand is deeply connected to nature, adventure and the feeling of freedom. From rugged, endless mountain ranges and ancient rainforests to the dramatic coastlines of the Great Ocean Road, alpine lakes, vast desert landscapes, the crystal blue waters of Esperance, bustling urban cities and quiet coastal towns… these landscapes don’t just become the backdrop to your elopement, they become part of the experience itself.
Imagine exchanging vows barefoot on a secluded beach at sunrise, hiking through misty mountain trails, or ending the day wrapped in blankets beneath an endless sky scattered with stars. Maybe your dream looks like slow mornings in a cabin tucked amongst the trees, sipping coffee while the fog rolls through the hills, or celebrating with champagne beside a glacial lake after a helicopter ride into the snow-covered wilderness of New Zealand’s mountains.
Australia and New Zealand give you the space to do things differently. To slow down, breathe deeply and create a wedding day that feels immersive, intentional and entirely your own.
For couples craving a deeper, more meaningful connection, adventure and landscapes that make you feel wonderfully small in the best possible way… there really is nowhere else quite like it.
+ 10 Hours Coverage
i’ll be there from start to finish
+ High resolution photos
perfect for print
+ Low resolution images
perfect for sharing on social media
+ Online slide show & gallery
to share with family and friends
+ Online Slide Show with music
sit back with a glass of wine and relive the day
+ All photos on a wooden usb
for easy accessibility and sharing
+ Custom wooden box with prints
delivered to your door with TLC
+ Second photographer
for the whole day, no missed moments
+ Bespoke fine art album
hardcover keepsake, 10x10” with all the trims
Get in touch for price list
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+ 10 Hours Coverage
i’ll be there from start to finish
+ High resolution photos
perfect for print
+ Low resolution images
perfect for sharing on social media
+ Online slide show & gallery
to share with family and friends
+ Online Slide Show with music
sit back with a glass of wine and relive the day
+ All photos on a wooden usb
for easy accessibility and sharing
+ Custom wooden box with prints
delivered to your door with TLC
Get in touch for price list
back to packages
+ 8 Hours Coverage
i’ll be there from start to finish
+ High resolution photos
perfect for print
+ Low resolution images
perfect for sharing on social media
+ Online slide show & gallery
to share with family and friends
+ Online Slide Show with music
sit back with a glass of wine and relive the day
+ All photos on a wooden usb
for easy accessibility and sharing
Get in touch for price list
back to packages
Hey! I'm Carissa — photographer, planner, professional keeper of calm, lover of wild places and meaningful moments, and the human who'll probably end up carrying your flowers, fixing your veil, pinning buttonholes, keeping an eye on the weather, adjusting timelines on the fly and reminding you both to stop for a minute and take it all in.
I don't just photograph your wedding day — I help you create it. Together, we'll design an experience around the two of you, your story and what truly lights you up. Whether that's chasing sunrises, exploring somewhere new, gathering your favourite people for an intimate celebration, or simply slowing down long enough to soak it all in. My role is to help you create a day that feels as extraordinary as the love you've found — and a story you'll never stop telling.
photography + video Packages range from $3990 to $10k+
We'll jump on a call, get to know each other, and chat about what lights you up. Your favourite places, your dream experiences, and the kind of memories you want to create together. We'll also explore the perfect place on this beautiful earth to celebrate your story — somewhere that feels meaningful, inspiring, and completely you.
From dreaming up the perfect location to navigating permits, travel plans, timelines and all the meaningful details in between, I'll guide you through the planning process with care and understanding—helping create a wedding experience that feels deeply meaningful, intentional, and truly reflective of who you are together.
Whether it's a sunrise on a mountain, a long lunch with loved ones, or exploring somewhere you've always dreamed of visiting, this is the part where you get to simply be in it all. Soak up every surreal moment together while I guide the adventure, look after the details, and document the story as it naturally unfolds. From sun up to sun down, we'll explore, celebrate, and create magical, true-to-you photographs — along with memories you'll treasure forever.
Ready to Start Dreaming?
You don't need a plan.
You don't even need a location.
Most couples reach out with nothing more than a feeling, a few ideas, or a dream they've never quite said out loud before.
Together, we'll turn those ideas into an unforgettable wedding experience that feels completely and unapologetically like you.
I can't wait to hear your story and start dreaming up what your adventure could look like.
This little guide has everything your wanderlust soul needs to know before we have our chat—package options, those delicious bonus add-ons, and what magic unfolds on your actual day.
But here's the thing—don't stress about memorising every detail (because honestly, who has time for that?).
I'll walk you through absolutely everything on our call. We'll figure out what fits your vision perfectly and what doesn't., I'll answer every single question bouncing around in your head, and together we'll craft an experience that feels completely, authentically you.
This guide? It's here to get you excited and prepared... never to pressure you into anything that doesn't feel right.
Because at the end of the day, this is about your love story—and I'm just here to help you tell it beautifully.
I'm genuinely excited to meet you and dive into all the dreamy details of your love story! This isn't just another booking call—it's where we figure out if we're the perfect creative match for your vision.
We'll chat about everything: your wedding day magic, those intimate engagement moments you're dreaming of, and I'll even create a personalised timeline just for you (because honestly, this is the secret sauce to the most relaxed, perfectly flowing day ever!).
Here's the thing—I only photograph 10-15 intimate weddings and elopements each year, so this conversation is really about seeing if your wanderlust soul and my storytelling heart align beautifully.
Dive into my favourite blog posts packed with prep inspiration and confidence boosters for your big day. Perfect excuse to daydream about your love story with coffee in hand (or wine, no judgment here).
Your future self will thank you!