Remember the first official date you went on and how you mentally rehearsed all the things you could talk about? OMG, awkward silences are the worst! Or the time you had to meet their parents and be on your best behaviour? Ahh...the memories.
And look where you are now - newly engaged, planning your big day and scoping me out as your elopement photographer (I’m counting on it)...Huge congrats on your engagement and upcoming elopement! Woohoo! I’m incredibly excited for you both.
Probably preaching to the choir but elopements are very intimate affairs and usually include no more than 10 people. Without 100s of guests to plan a chaotic party around, you’re bringing it back to the basics and focusing on what really matters...the deep love and soulful connection that’s brought you two together, with a little hint of adventure.
Belly-aching laughs, snotty tears, and confetti shower, let’s document your glorious day and create a bliss-load of memories together. Count me in, baby!
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Your Elopement Photographer from Edmonton, Alberta
Holding space for your serendipitous romance
If you’d like to have an elopement photographer who’s also weirdly obsessed with helping you brainstorm the nitty-gritty and becoming your ride-or-die buddy...I’m your gal!
From initial inquiry through to the final delivery of your beautiful photos, you can trust me to pour every ounce of my heart and energy into making sure you have the most unforgettable, stress-free experience possible. More than just Pinterest-worthy photos, I’m here to support and serve you throughout your elopement planning process. Heck, I’ll even help you pick the perfect floral arrangements!
On the day, I’ll create a safe space for you to be 10000% yourselves. Right by your side and hyping you endlessly, I’ll honestly capture your memories while you get lost in each other and the moment. Do you, boo, I got you!
Curating your quiet love with care, intention and a purposeful heart
Elopement packages to celebrate your intimate adventure
Incredibly intimate and oh-so-beautiful, I respect that your ultimate elopement vision will be totally unique to who you both are as individuals. And I’m so down for that!
Tell me all about your craziest elopement day goals and let’s work out what elements are most important to you. We can customize a package to perfectly suit your needs and wants. I’ve got you, boo!
LET’S CHAT GOALS
Your fearless love captured for eternity, starting from $2,000
Harry, Ron or Hermoine, every elopement photography package will include:
HEAPS of elopement planning support
From timeline advice to location scouting and brainstorming seshs, you’ll get all the sanity-saving help you need from yours truly.
Complete coverage
Whether you’re after a tidy 4 hours or full coverage from dusk till dawn, I’ll make sure that every special moment is artfully captured for you.
Sneak peeks within 48 hours
Ain’t nobody got time to wait! I’ll send you a delightful amount of sneak peeks to ooh-aah over within 48 hours of your elopement.
400+ high-resolution images
Yeh, baby! Do a little happy dance because they’re finally ready for your viewing pleasure.
Online gallery
Grab a box of tissues (trust me), pour the wine and cuddle up, you’re about to relive your epic adventure all over again.
Personal printing rights
You can print your favourite photos through me or find your own printer, your choice!
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Hit me up by filling out my contact form, don’t leave me hangin’!
I’ll respond ASAP within 24-48 hours to organize our chat. I wanna hear all about your love story, your needs and wants! FaceTime, phone call or email, I’m down to brainstorm and answer all your questions.
Wanna make it official? Let me know and I’ll send over a contract for you to sign, and a 30% retainer will secure your elopement date in my books. Bada bing, bada boom! Welcome to my family!
Whaaat...it’s your elopement day! Yaaaaas! I’ll show up fresh-faced and pumped for our adventure, cheer you on and capture amazing photos. You have a blast, let me do the rest!
You’ll receive a solid sneak peek gallery within 48 hours of your day and the final delivery within 8-10 weeks (or, fingers crossed, sooner depending on how successful toddler nap time is and my workload).
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Skipping the stress, I’ll be here supporting you the whole way through
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"Carissa is so down to earth and made myself, my husband and our families feel comfortable and relaxed during the entire wedding. She captured our special day and became one of the family - She is worth every penny"
Tayler & Jordan
Engagement Photography
Fine Art Albums
Alrighty, we’ve got your elopement photos sorted (cos you know you wanna pick me) but have you considered an engagement session? This is a wonderful opportunity for us to meet face-to-face and get to know each other on an even deeper level, before your elopement day.
A bit squirmy in front of the camera? Use our engagement sesh as practice and I’ll make sure we never have a cringy, awkward moment. No fake laughing or forced posing, just relax and be your authentic selves.
By the mountain or along the shoreline, we’ll capture just the two of you doing your thing in a super chill location of your choice. You can keep it casual or don your wildest party gear, I don’t give a flip as long as we have a rad time (and you laugh at my dumb jokes).
Until the robots take over, I’d love for us to keep it a lil’ old school. Your elopement day memories don’t deserve to die on a dusty USB stick, they should be a tear-jerkin’ reminder of your blissful journey of saying ‘heck yeah, I do’ to each other.
Your elopement album is an investment that you’ll never regret. Seriously! Your first-ever heirloom, a storybook of your favourite moments, this fine art album will be your go-to whenever you have a nostalgic whim. This is what you’ll pass down to future generations, encapsulating the epic romance that’s intertwined your adventurous souls forevermore.
Let’s savour your newly engaged happiness and prolong your stay on cloud nine
Tangible memories to celebrate the beginning of your forever
How do we know if we are good fit for each other?
Choosing a photographer is a big decision! There are so many factors to weigh and I know I'm not going to be for everyone and that's ok! And here's the sitch people, there is a lot of talk about having an 'ideal client' and you know what that means to me? Someone who respects me, trusts me and values me. I am here because you and your photos are my priority and you're here because hopefully you think I am a semi decent human, you like my style and wanna have fun while capturing an important day in your life! If this resonates with you - then HECK ya, we will be a good fit!
Do you meet with people before booking?
Typically, FaceTime, email and a phone call is how I communicate with the majority of my couples. If you would like to meet in person and share a coffee or a beer that can be absolutely arranged, however my schedule is usually based around the boss man AKA my Toddler.
How long have you been photographing elopements for?
7 years as a professional elopement photographer!
Where are you based? Do you travel?
HECK YES I travel! I am local to Edmonton, Alberta but you can always find me in Banff, Jasper, Canmore and I am often in Victoria, BC visiting family!
Do you help us with the planning process?
Yes! I am here for you! If you need any recommendations or anything I can do to make this process easier for you - let me know!
How are my photos delivered?
You get your images via a personal online gallery. All the photos downloaded straight to your computer! The gallery will stay up for a full year but I encourage you to backup your photos immediately upon receiving them!
How are my photos delivered?
You get your images via a personal online gallery. All the photos downloaded straight to your computer! The gallery will stay up for a full year but I encourage you to backup your photos immediately upon receiving them!
Can we have the RAW images?
I do not give out any RAW files or unedited images! This is a huge part of the whole process and why you hired me- to be your creative eye! I promise I will give you the best of the best!
How many images can I expect?
For lifestyle sessions you can expect roughly 40+ images. For elopements I shoot on average 50-70 photos per hour, pending on what is going on in the day. I shoot with a story telling perspective so I try to make sure I am giving you as many photos as I can that tell the story of your day!
When will we receive our photos?
Delivery times vary. 1-4 months depending on my workload but I work my butt off to get them to you as fast as I can.
Do you have a second shooter?
Second shooters can be added onto your package for sure! Although I am very comfortable shooting on my own and most weddings I am solo!
Can you help us with building a timeline for our wedding day?
Absolutely! My first initial phone call with you, we will go over your day, your vision and I will help build a timeline specific to your individual wants and needs!
What does it take to book with you?
A signed contract and a 30% non-refundable retainer! Boom. You are family and we are in it for life!
