you are
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the elk and fir collections
Yayyyyy! You're Eloping (or want something small)...
And that means you're choosing intention over tradition — a day that’s deeply, unapologetically yours.
Welcome! I am Carissa and if you have made it this far I secretly hope we get to connect face to face to chat further about your dream day.....
I only take on a small number of elopements | weddings each year, because your story deserves my full presence — not a rushed timeline or cookie-cutter experience. This isn't just about beautiful photos. It's about creating a space where you feel held, seen, and celebrated for exactly who you are and how you love.
From the very first moment we connect, I’m by your side — not just as your photographer, but as your calm anchor and guide. Every elopement booking includes 'Journey Coaching', because I believe in supporting you beyond the lens. Whether it’s helping you shape a timeline that flows with intention, scouting a secret mountain trail for your vows, or reminding you to pause and soak it all in... I’ve got you.
Think of me as your photographer and your behind-the-scenes guide — helping you plan, prep, and be fully present on the day that reflects your deepest connection.
Whether you're saying your vows on a clifftop at sunrise, tucked away in a forest, or strolling hand-in-hand through the city, or even in your cute back yard — I’ll be there, camera in hand and heart wide open, capturing the quiet in-betweens and the wildly unforgettable.
Inside this guide, you’ll find carefully curated collections, thoughtful add-ons like film and heirloom albums, and all the finer details. But more than that, I hope you feel the essence of what I offer: presence, intention, and images that feel like the heartbeat of your story.
Let’s create something sacred — just the two of you, or with your favourite people. 🖤
Every ELK AND FIR Collection is a guide for couples who want a special unique celebration with no stress or fuss. Your day deserves to feel profoundly earth-shattering, especially in its intimacy and yours will be personally designed just for YOU.
Why I can’t wait to document your day!
INTIMATE ADVENTURES
EASY PLANNING
YOUR
ELOPEMENTS
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ELOPEMENTS + INTIMATE WEDDINGS
Heartfelt Stories, Deeply Felt Moments ...
I can't wait to hear all about your love story and how we can create something so meaningful for your day.... for now read on, this is a starting point for our first chat to map out what your day could actually look like! Excited? I am !
Chat soon.
Carissa xoxo
packages start at $3990
your legacy of love
Memories of a Lifetime Starting from 'Roamer' $3990 for 4 hours through to 'Majestic Peaks' - photography and videography package from $10k +
this and so much more
+ Pre wedding catch up
Whether it’s via Skype/ Zoom, over the phone or in person, we’ll make it happen!
+ Half to Full Days Coverage
From 4 hrs or morning to night - starting at 7 hours - tailored to your schedule.
+ High & Low - Resolution Images
+ Engagement Session + Guest Book Images
+ 20x30 Inch Fine Art Wall Art
+ A Luxurious Glass Gift Box
Perfectly sized and ready for you to print at any size.
Emotive engagement session captured beautifully, with curated images thoughtfully designed into a timeless guest book
Your hero landscape image, timeless and emotive, printed in museum-grade quality.
Thoughtfully curated with hand-selected fine art prints wapped in silk, it's a heartfelt, elegant touch—a tangible piece of your love story, preserved with care and intention
+ Online Gallery
Optional extras include a second photographer, content creator, fine art albums, and nostalgic 35mm film photography add-on
+ Options
+ Wedding Journey Coaching
A password-protected gallery you can access, anywhere and anytime.
Thoughtful planning, seamless timelines, gentle guidance, clarity, ease, and heartfelt support
+ Online Slideshow
A curated image slideshow to celebrate the highlights from your day, with music.
collection one
- for FULL DAY elopements and intimate weddings
All Day Coverage
8- 10 hours of photography - timed perfectly to cover it all!
Unlimited meetings, I'm your go to for all things planning and did I say hype girl?
Full Time Line Guidance
Stress free planning, where we map out your day from beginning to end.
Unlimited High + Low Resolution Images
Perfect for printing in fine art and social media sharing.
Includes simulated film photography, sneak peek the day after and a highlight gallery with in 14 days.
Glass 5x7 Brass Edged Box + Fine Art Prints
The perfect keepsake for a selection of 30 fine art prints wrapped in silk delivered to your door.
Online Gallery and Smart App
All your memories saved forever and in the palm of your hand where ever you go.
ABROARD - All Travel and 3 nights accommodation Included
Journey Coaching
INVESTMENT - Every session is shaped around you — these are just starting points.
BONUS FOR DESTINATION WEDDINGS
Book this package and receive an extra adventure package that can be used the day before or after your wedding for more imagery.... want to explore further?
Some do this the day before, leaving their wedding day for celebrations with family and friends.
8x12 Prints or 20x30 Print
Your choice of either two of your favourite images printed on 8x12in fine art or one 20x30in delivered to your door
Let's start mapping
out your love story
for couples
WEDDINGS | ELOPEMENTS ABROARD & AUSTRALIA WIDE -
AUSTRALIA WIDE - All Travel and 2 nights accommodation Included
collection two
- for HALF DAY elopements | INTIMATE WEDDINGS
Half Day Coverage
6 hours of photography - timed perfectly to cover it all!
Unlimited meetings, I'm your go to for all things planning and did I say hype girl?
Full Time Line Guidance
Stress free planning, where we map out your day from beginning to end.
Unlimited High + Low Resolution Images
Perfect for printing in fine art and social media sharing.
Includes simulated film photography, sneak peek the day after and a highlight gallery with in 14 days.
Glass 5x7 Brass Edged Box + Fine Art Prints
The perfect keepsake for a selection of 30 fine art prints wrapped in silk delivered to your door.
Online Gallery and Smart App
All your memories saved forever and in the palm of your hand where ever you go.
Journey Coaching
INVESTMENT - Every session is shaped around you — these are just starting points.
8x12 Prints or 20x30 Print
Your choice of either two of your favourite images printed on 8x12in fine art or one 20x30in delivered to your door
Let's start mapping
out your love story
for couples
collection three - $3990
- FOR FOUR HOUR ELOPEMENTS | INTIMATE WEDDINGS
Small Coverage
Up to 4 hours of photography - timed perfectly to cover your most special hours!
Unlimited meetings, I'm your go to for all things planning and did I say hype girl?
Full Time Line Guidance
Stress free planning, where we map out your day from beginning to end.
Unlimited High + Low Resolution Images
Perfect for printing in fine art and social media sharing.
Includes simulated film photography, sneak peek the day after and a highlight gallery with in 14 days.
Glass 5x7 Brass Edged Box + Fine Art Prints
The perfect keepsake for a selection of 30 fine art prints wrapped in silk delivered to your door.
Online Gallery and Smart App
All your memories saved forever and in the palm of your hand where ever you go.
Journey Coaching
INVESTMENT - Every session is shaped around you — these are just starting points.
Let's start mapping
out your love story
for couples
Let's talk more on ELOPEMENTS
Other services
Your Journey's just begun
Couple Engagement shoot
An engagement shoot is where the magic really begins.
It’s a chance for us to slow down, share a few laughs, and start weaving your story into images that feel effortlessly like you. Whether we’re hiking through the hills, curled up at home, running barefoot through city streets, or soaking in the energy of a live gig at your favourite local pub — it’s all about connection, movement, and those little in-between moments.
I genuinely love this part of the journey — getting to know you both, spending time together, and capturing your relationship in its most honest, playful form.
Engagement sessions start from $770, or are included in selected wedding packages.
Boudoir for HER
At Le Luxe Boudoir (by Elk and Fir), we believe every woman deserves to feel like she’s stepped out of the pages of a magazine. Whether it’s a solo session as a gift for yourself or your partner, or a way to elevate your pre-wedding experience — this is where the magic begins.
Imagine a relaxed, intimate morning session after your makeup trial, with your hens night ahead — creating elegant, empowering portraits before you even hit the dance floor.
Or take it a step further with a boudoir soirée. Gather your closest friends and make it a hens experience they’ll never forget. Mini sessions for you and your besties, laughter, champagne, and memories that feel just as special as the big day itself.
More on BOUDIE SHOOTS
The Day After — Intimate Lovers Session
The wedding may be over, but the magic isn't. The day after is when you get to slow down, breathe it all in, and reconnect. This session is intimate, heartfelt, and relaxed — just the two of you, soaking up those "we actually did it" feels. Whether it's a quiet moment at sunrise, a wander through your venue, or a cosy session in your cabin, we'll capture those raw, beautiful day-after vibes forever.
Preludio for the gals
Why are we not romanticising the night before the wedding more 😭 Bubble baths. White robes. Martini glasses everywhere. Vogue magazines tossed across the bed. Music playing, chaos unfolding and all your favourite humans together before one of the biggest days of your life. THAT is what PRELUDIO is 🖤 A cinematic, editorial, Vogue-inspired little chapter before the wedding day even begins. If this feels wildly like you and your people, go take a peek through Megan’s, Nella’s and Cassey’s PRELUDIO stories below and come spiral with me over the vibe of it all.
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Our Elopement
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"Our elopement with Carissa was everything we dreamed of—wild, intimate, and completely stress-free! We wanted a day just for us before our big family wedding in Tasmania, something spontaneous and full of adventure, and Carissa captured it all perfectly.
From the moment we reached out, she made the whole experience effortless. Her excitement and passion for what she does are contagious, and she instantly felt like a friend. She encouraged us to embrace the fun of the moment, and thanks to her, we spent the day laughing, exploring, and soaking in every second together.
Carissa has an incredible way of blending into the background while still capturing every raw, beautiful, and joy-filled moment. The way she sees light, movement, and emotion is truly next level—our photos are breathtaking!
If you're dreaming of an elopement that feels like an adventure and a photographer who just gets it, Carissa is your girl. This wasn’t just a photoshoot; it was an experience we’ll never forget. Thank you, Carissa, for making our elopement so magical!"
— Megan & Tom
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junebug weddings
photography + video Packages range from $3990 to $10k+
What Lights You Up?
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.
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We have decided to elope so what now?
Your story starts here.
We Map Your Adventure!
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.
Every detail thoughtfully planned.
The Part You'll Never Forget
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.