Banff Elopement, Intimate Wedding, + Adventure Photography Packages
Crafting unique and stress-free elopement experiences
Everyone deserves the day of their dreams when they choose to commit their lives to one another. It should be stress free, represent exactly who you are, and be something to remember forever. I want to help you with that.
I have spent the last 10 years exploring Alberta's backcountry and when you hire me, you get access to my knowledge of all the hidden gems around Alberta. We will work together to find the perfect location for your day, away from all the crowds. You can also rest easy knowing that I bring the same level of preparedness and safety to my couples' adventures as I do with my own family.
So whether you also want a camping elopement full of love and stars or if having a picnic along a river in the peak of wildflower season is more your style, I am here for you. Even if you really don’t know what you want at this point, that’s okay, I am here to help figure everything out.
I want the same for you.
I truly believe elopements are the best way to get married! How do I know that? Because I did it. My husband and I ditched tradition and expectation and got legally married in front of our Christmas tree late one evening in December of 2018. We then had a backcountry camping elopement in Kananaskis in the summer of 2019 with some close friends and family (and our dogs, obv). It was everything we dreamed of- intimate, intentional, relaxed, full of happy tears, laughs, and adventure.
photos by Celestine Aerden Weddings
Hey, I'm Dom!
Dom was absolutely incredible to work with!
From our first phone call, I knew she was the right fit for us. Her enthusiastic, up for anything attitude brought so much excitement into our day. We were so lucky to have her with us on our wedding day and capture photos we will cherish forever. She made both my husband and I feel so relaxed, and genuinely enjoyed the process of getting photos done. We had sneak peeks to look at the day after the wedding, and our entire album within just a few weeks. Our friends, family and even strangers have said "these are the nicest wedding photos I have ever seen" We couldn't thank Dom enough for capturing our favourite day. Not to mention it was 38 degrees, and she led us on a hike in Jasper to get photos with incredible views. We can't wait for the next time we can have Dom capture our family!
(SPOILER ALERT: it's more than just epic photos)
WHAT YOU GET
Digital planning guide
A 100+ page How to Elope guide that will help you plan every aspect of your day.
CUSTOM LOCATION SUGGESTIONS
A personalized list of epic locations that fit exactly what you had in mind for your elopement
questionnaires
These help me get to know you both better so that I can tailor all my suggestions for you and help your day run as smoothly as possible.
vendor recommendations
A trusted list of vendors for you so that you don’t have to worry about who else to hire.
custom timeline
A timeline to ensure we have enough time to have the best day ever and be relaxed doing it.
planning help
I’m always just an email or a text away.
Dom is AMAZING! Cannot recommend her enough for your wedding photos. From the first time we contacted her about our day to the actual wedding day, she was professional and so knowledgeable about how to help us achieve our vision. She helped us with various planning throughout our two year engagement and was just so kind and fun to be around during our wedding day. Her photo style is so relaxed and we did not feel nervous about being in front of the camera at all. The pictures turned out BEAUTIFULLY and are better than we ever imagined. We cannot say enough great things about Dom and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for stunning mountain wedding photos, and also a very stress free day due to her help and expertise on many things!
Want to know all the details on how this works? I break it all down for you here.
my step by step process
You fill out the form on my contact page and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can (usually within 24 hours). We will then find a time that works to have a video call or meet up for coffee to get to know each other more and talk about your day.
INQUIRE
Once you’ve decided on a date and a general location, I will send you an invoice and a contract. You pay the $1500 retainer fee and e-sign the contract and then you’re officially booked!
PICK YOUR DATE
I’ll send you my 100+ page How to Elope Guide and a questionnaire to get us started. Once we have an idea on what you want your day to look like, I’ll send you custom location suggestions. From there, you will pick a location and then I’ll help you find vendors, assist with permits, brainstorm activities, build a timeline, and anything else you need. I’ll even send a packing checklist to make it as easy as possible for you.
Plan your best day ever!
Your day comes and we will have the adventure of a lifetime. It will be fun, laid back, and we will be present, just soaking it all in. I will capture it all, from the intimate candid moments to the epic landscapes.
Live your dream elopement!
Waiting for photos is the worst so I’ll send you over some sneak peeks within 1 week of your day. The rest of your gallery will be edited and delivered within 4-6 weeks of your day to share, download, and print.
Photo delivery
Dom's talent really speaks for itself. My husband and I decided to elope in Banff and were hoping to come home with a few photos that we liked. We ended up with hundreds that we love. Dom went above and beyond in helping us prepare for the day, finding beautiful locations, and providing us with photographs that we'll cherish for the rest of our lives. Plus she is just an awesome, genuine person on top of it all. We HIGHLY recommend!
2023-2024 elopement & intimate wedding packages
Alberta Packages
Elopement packages start at 4 hours of coverage and range up to multi-day adventures. All packages include:
• Access to Dom’s 100 page How to Elope guide
• Custom location suggestions and personalized timeline
• High resolution digital photos in an online gallery to view, download, print, and share your photos
• Travel anywhere in Banff National Park, Canmore or Kananaskis is included
• Gallery delivered in 6-8 weeks
• 3+ GIFs (moving photos) uploaded to your final gallery
Packages start at $3600 +GST. Custom options available.
British Columbia Packages
Elopement packages start at 4 hours of coverage and range up to multi-day adventures. All packages include:
• Access to Dom’s 100 page How to Elope guide
• Custom location suggestions and personalized timeline
• High resolution digital photos in an online gallery to view, download, print, and share your photos
• Travel anywhere in Yoho NP, Golden, & Revelstoke are included
• Gallery delivered in 6-8 weeks
• 3+ GIFs (moving photos) uploaded to your final gallery
Packages start at $4600 +GST. Custom options available.
Great, but how long should we book you for? What do people DO for 10 hours?
Here are some example timelines. Keep in mind, we can do whatever you dream up! The most important thing is that your day feels like you. We can work together to craft a day that is perfectly you and represents your love.
overnight
3:00PM Meet at trailhead, start hiking to alpine lake
7:00PM Set up camp
8:00PM Dinner and beers around the campfire
9:00PM Sunset photos
12:00AM Star photos
5:00AM Up early to get ready
5:30AM Small hike up to viewpoint
6:00AM Exchange sunrise vows
7:00AM Breakfast and coffee
10:00AM Ceremony next to the lake
10:30AM Exploring and portraits
12:00PM Tear down camp
12:30PM Hike down, we say our goodbyes!
10 hours
2:00PM Get ready at cabin
3:00PM First look
3:30PM Drive to mountain lake
4:00PM Intimate ceremony with family
and friends
4:30PM Picnic
5:30PM Group photos
6:00PM Travel to trailhead
6:30PM Hike up to a summit
9:00PM Couples portraits
9:30PM Exchange sunset vows
10:00PM Hike down
12:00AM Arrive to vehicles, we say our goodbyes!
6 hours
6:00AM Meet at trailhead, start hiking
8:00AM Arrive at ridge, change into wedding attire
8:30AM First look
9:00AM Intimate ceremony with family
and friends
9:30AM Couples portraits
10:30AM Snacks and beers with friends
11:00AM Hike back
12:00PM Arrive to vehicles, we say our goodbyes!
4 hours
6:00PM Tail end of getting ready
6:30PM First look
6:45PM Intimate ceremony with family
and friends
7:15PM Couples portraits
8:00PM Picnic dinner
8:30PM Drive to mountain lake
9:00PM Sunset portraits
10:00PM We say our goodbyes!
LET'S START CRAFTING YOUR DREAM DAY
hiking adventure session
This is the perfect option for the adventurous couple who want to spend some extra time exploring the mountains.
* each additional hour of hiking is $100
• Up to 4 hours hiking and shooting
• Location suggestions
• High resolution digital photos in an online gallery to view, download, print, and share your photos
• Travel anywhere in Banff National Park, Canmore or Kananaskis is included
• Gallery delivered in 6-8 weeks
• 3+ GIFs (moving photos) uploaded to your final gallery
$1750 +GST
adventure sessions
These adventure sessions can be used for engagements, couples photos, family, or maternity sessions.
drive up adventure session
We will come up with the perfect location with easy, drive up access to get the most beautiful photos.
• 1.5 hours of coverage
• Location suggestions
• High resolution digital photos in an online gallery to view, download, print, and share your photos
• Travel anywhere in Banff National Park, Canmore or Kananaskis is included
• Gallery delivered in 6-8 weeks
• 3+ GIFs (moving photos) uploaded to your final gallery
$1000 +GST
PROPOSAL
I will help you find the perfect location for this special moment and help with all of the logistics surrounding this so it can be as perfect as possible.
• 1.5 hours of coverage
• Location suggestions
• High resolution digital photos in an online gallery to view, download, print, and share your photos
• Travel anywhere in Banff National Park, Canmore or Kananaskis is included
• Gallery delivered in 4-6 weeks (with some sneak peeks sent within a couple days for you to share with friends and family)
•3+ GIFs (moving photos) uploaded to your final gallery
$1250 +GST
add ons:
This is a video combining multiple GIFs (moving photos) and still images to create a unique way to tell the story of your day. This can be booked as an add on service for elopements, intimate weddings, or hiking adventure session
• 1-2 minute video
• Extra GIFs and photos included in your final gallery
$750 +GST
gif videos
Dom was incredibly friendly and awesome to work with. She makes you feel extremely comfortable, and does amazing work. The quality of her photography is outstanding. I couldn’t recommend her enough. She made our day so special.
what is an elopement?
Do we have to hike?
How long in advance should we book?
Do we have to have everything planned before we inquire?
We have never been photographed before and think we might feel awkward in front of your camera. Will this be an all day photoshoot?
What if the weather is awful?
Can we bring friends & family to our elopement?
Ask me anything!
Still have a question?
FAQS
Is it hard to get married in Alberta if we are from out of country?
An elopement is a non-traditional and intentional way to get married. This can really mean whatever you want it to. The focus will be completely on you and your partner and you will spend the day doing what you love together. Every couple is unique, so every elopement will be unique.
what is an elopement?
Do we have to hike?
How long in advance should we book?
Do we have to have everything planned before we inquire?
We have never been photographed before and think we might feel awkward in front of your camera. Will this be an all day photoshoot?
What if the weather is awful?
Can we bring friends & family to our elopement?
Ask me anything!
Still have a question?
FAQS
Is it hard to get married in Alberta if we are from out of country?
Absolutely not! There are so many beautiful locations in the Rockies here that don’t require any hiking. If you don’t want to spend all day hiking, we could spend all day fishing, picnicking, or meandering. The options are endless and the most important thing is that you craft a day that is true to you.
what is an elopement?
Do we have to hike?
How long in advance should we book?
Do we have to have everything planned before we inquire?
We have never been photographed before and think we might feel awkward in front of your camera. Will this be an all day photoshoot?
What if the weather is awful?
Can we bring friends & family to our elopement?
Ask me anything!
Still have a question?
FAQS
Is it hard to get married in Alberta if we are from out of country?
As soon as you can! I open my bookings in January for the following year and have a limited number of elopements and intimate weddings I take on for each year. That being said, I’ve booked elopements as little as two weeks out, so don’t hesitate to reach out if you’re planning a last minute event! I would love to help you plan and capture the day.
what is an elopement?
Do we have to hike?
How long in advance should we book?
Do we have to have everything planned before we inquire?
We have never been photographed before and think we might feel awkward in front of your camera. Will this be an all day photoshoot?
What if the weather is awful?
Can we bring friends & family to our elopement?
Ask me anything!
Still have a question?
FAQS
Is it hard to get married in Alberta if we are from out of country?
Nope! I am here to help you through the entire planning process so reach out as soon as you have an inkling that you want to elope. My process helps you select the perfect location and I also help craft timelines so this is really a team effort. All I ask is that we decide on a date and approximate location (ie. Banff National Park) before you’re officially booked in.
what is an elopement?
Do we have to hike?
How long in advance should we book?
Do we have to have everything planned before we inquire?
We have never been photographed before and think we might feel awkward in front of your camera. Will this be an all day photoshoot?
What if the weather is awful?
Can we bring friends & family to our elopement?
Ask me anything!
Still have a question?
FAQS
Is it hard to get married in Alberta if we are from out of country?
No all day photoshoots here! Your day will be full of the activities that you like doing together and I will be a fly on the wall for those moments, quietly documenting the moments that the two of you are sharing. And please don’t worry about being awkward - everyone says this and I can assure you that you will feel comfortable. My process involves a lot of us getting to know each other so that you both have the space to be completely yourselves and in the moment.
what is an elopement?
Do we have to hike?
How long in advance should we book?
Do we have to have everything planned before we inquire?
We have never been photographed before and think we might feel awkward in front of your camera. Will this be an all day photoshoot?
What if the weather is awful?
Can we bring friends & family to our elopement?
Ask me anything!
Still have a question?
FAQS
Is it hard to get married in Alberta if we are from out of country?
Mountain weather can be unpredictable and I am a big fan of embracing whatever Mother Nature throws at us (safely though, of course).
what is an elopement?
Do we have to hike?
How long in advance should we book?
Do we have to have everything planned before we inquire?
We have never been photographed before and think we might feel awkward in front of your camera. Will this be an all day photoshoot?
What if the weather is awful?
Can we bring friends & family to our elopement?
Ask me anything!
Still have a question?
FAQS
Is it hard to get married in Alberta if we are from out of country?
Nope! To get married in Alberta there are no residency or citizenship requirements. You can check this website for more information - https://www.alberta.ca/get-marriage-licence.aspx and I am more than willing to help walk you through the process.
what is an elopement?
Do we have to hike?
How long in advance should we book?
Do we have to have everything planned before we inquire?
We have never been photographed before and think we might feel awkward in front of your camera. Will this be an all day photoshoot?
What if the weather is awful?
Can we bring friends & family to our elopement?
FAQS
Is it hard to get married in Alberta if we are from out of country?
Of course! Your elopement day is yours, so you can chose to have it however you would like. Sometimes couples will start the day with a sunrise hike to exchange private vows and then meet up with guests after for the ceremony. There are a ton of different ways you can include loved ones and I'm happy to chat more about what this could look like for you.
Ready to explore? get more info here!
Reach out for my full pricing packages and get all the information (even if you're just getting started planning). I can't wait to help.
