You’re thinking of eloping in Queenstown? Kia ora!
Thank you so much for reaching out-I'm so honoured to be considered for such an important part of your wedding day.
I’m so excited about the possibility of working together and getting to know you both in the lead-up to your celebration.
Inside this guide, you’ll find everything you need to know about what it’s like to work with me - from the booking process and what to expect, to the experience I offer and a breakdown of pricing. My goal is to make this entire journey feel easy, joyful, and true to who you are.
If anything sparks a question or you'd like to chat further about your plans, I'm always just an email away - I can’t wait to hear more about your day!
Love, Emma
We exchange a few emails to work out a plan for the big day. I can assist with timeline and vendor recommendations, and with local Queenstown knowledge.
• We finalise your timeline/wedding details (which I’ll also share with your other wedding vendors, to ensure we’re all on the same page)
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• You've enquired already and have received this guide. Next step is to arrange a meeting/Skype chat to get to know each other (optional), and if you’re keen to go ahead, you can secure your booking with a 50% deposit. The rest of your payment is due a month before your wedding.
Within 48 hours you’ll receive a sneak peek to share with friend and family.
Between two - four weeks, you will receive your edited, print ready photos through an online gallery.
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I’ll arrive early, ready to settle in and say hello to everyone, making sure you feel completely at ease before we begin.
My goal is for you to feel comfortable and excited for the day ahead, so we can capture all the beautiful, real moments that unfold.
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150+ images per hour of photography
relaxed \ INTENTIONAL \ PERSONAL
previews within 48 hours
High-resolution images + personal printing rights
The experience includes...
PROFESSIONALLY EDITED ONLINE GALLERY
PERSONALIZED PHOTOGRAPHY EXPeRIENCE
PRE-elopement CONSULTATION + PLANNING
When you book me as your elopement photographer, you’re not just hiring someone to take photos-you’re choosing a calm, experienced guide who’s completely invested in your story. With care, and a deep love for what I do, we’ll create something honest, beautiful, and uniquely yours.
Alongside photography, I also offer elopement packages with planning support. For couples planning from afar, this means having a local expert in your corner - someone who knows the landscapes, the light, and how to bring everything together so your day feels relaxed, intentional, and completely stress-free.
Let's get into it.
The experience
heather & bracks
For couples who want to turn their elopement into a half-day experience, with every detail thoughtfully taken care of.
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After your ceremony, take a moment to pause and celebrate with a beautifully styled alpine picnic and a beautiful wedding cake for two.
Styled picnic & cake
A thoughtfully designed bouquet and buttonhole, created to complement the landscape and your style – natural, timeless, and beautifully understated.
Florals
Relax and be looked after as your day begins. Professional hair and makeup that feels like you, enhances rather than transforms, and holds up beautifully in alpine conditions.
Hair and makeup
A handpicked celebrant who understands elopements and creates a ceremony that feels intimate, personal, and grounded. No scripts, no performance – just words that reflect your story and your commitment.
Celebrant
This is about telling the full story, without watching the clock. From quiet moments together to vows, celebration, and the magic that unfolds after, I’ll document your day as it naturally happens – the laughter, the tears, the wind, and the way it all feels.
Up to four hours of photography
Lift off together and experience the scale and beauty of the landscape in a way few ever do. We’ll land for 1 hour somewhere wild and remote, giving you complete privacy and a sense that the world has gently fallen away. Locations include Lake Erskine & Coromandel Peak
Helicopter flight to aN exclusive alpine location
Begin your day with a slow, cinematic journey. Vintage transport allows you to take it all in, arrive calmly, and enjoy the in-between moments – the laughter, the nerves, the quiet anticipation – before you say your vows.
Vintage car transport
From our first conversation, I’ll help shape your day around what matters most to you. I’ll guide you through locations, timing, logistics, and flow, so everything feels considered, unrushed, and truly you – especially helpful if you’re planning from out of town.
Planning & location guidance
A small but meaningful ritual to mark the moment – clinking glasses, smiling at each other, and letting the moment sink in.
Celebratory bubbles & glassware
A fully immersive heli-elopement experience, designed without limits
Collection 1
Eloping is about intention, not scale. Whether you’re dreaming of a mountaintop ceremony or something beautifully simple, each collection is designed to give you space to be present, connected, and completely yourselves. Choose the experience that feels right for the way you want your day to unfold – I’ll take care of the rest.
Collection 1
$11,500
The Once in a Lifetime
ELOPEMENT photography collections
pricing
For couples who want to turn their elopement into a half-day experience, with every detail thoughtfully taken care of.
$6450
The Wild Summit
A beautiful bridal bouquet and buttonhole, thoughtfully designed to complement the landscape and your overall aesthetic – natural, timeless, and refined.
Florals
Professional hair and makeup designed to feel like you, enhance your natural features, and hold up beautifully in alpine conditions. A relaxed start to your day, with space to ease into it all.
Hair and makeup
A carefully chosen celebrant who specialises in elopements and creates ceremonies that feel personal and grounded. Your vows take centre stage, surrounded by nothing but mountains and sky.
Celebrant
Two hours allows space for your ceremony, portraits, and those quiet moments just after you’re married – the laughter, the deep breaths, and the joy of it all. I’ll document your elopement naturally, without rushing or posing for the sake of it.
Up to TWO hours of photography
Arrive together by helicopter, taking in sweeping views before landing somewhere remote and private. These locations offer dramatic scenery and a true sense of escape, perfect for an intimate ceremony high above Queenstown. 1 hour landing.
Helicopter flight to CECIL PEAK OR THE REMARKABLES
I’ll help you choose between iconic alpine locations like Cecil Peak or The Remarkables, along with guidance on timing, light, and flow. From permits to logistics, everything is thoughtfully planned so the day feels calm and effortless.
Planning & location guidance
A small but meaningful ritual to mark the moment – clinking glasses, smiling at each other, and letting the moment sink in.
Celebratory bubbles & glassware
A helicopter flight to a breathtaking alpine location, with up to two hours of photography to capture your ceremony, portraits, and the quiet moments in between.
Collection 2
For couples who already know what they want and simply need beautiful coverage in an unforgettable heli-location.
$4650
Above the Clouds
Two hours allows space for your ceremony, portraits, and those quiet moments just after you’re married – the laughter, the deep breaths, and the joy of it all. I’ll document your elopement naturally, without rushing or posing for the sake of it.
Up to TWO hours of photography
Arrive together by helicopter, taking in sweeping views before landing somewhere remote and private. These locations offer dramatic scenery and a true sense of escape, perfect for an intimate ceremony high above Queenstown. 1 hour landing.
Helicopter flight to CECIL PEAK OR THE REMARKABLES
I’ll help you choose between iconic alpine locations like Cecil Peak or The Remarkables, along with guidance on timing, light, and flow.
Planning & location guidance
A helicopter elopement with photography at its heart. I take care of the photography and Heli logistics and you book everything else.
Collection 3
Ideal for those drawn to simplicity, intimacy, and celebrating on the ground – no helicopter required.
starting at $3900
The Quiet Wild
A beautiful bridal bouquet and buttonhole, thoughtfully designed to complement the landscape and your overall aesthetic – natural, timeless, and refined.
Florals
Professional hair and makeup designed to feel like you, enhance your natural features, and hold up beautifully in alpine conditions. A relaxed start to your day, with space to ease into it all.
Hair and makeup
A carefully chosen celebrant who specialises in elopements and creates ceremonies that feel personal and grounded. Your vows take centre stage, surrounded by nothing but mountains and sky.
Celebrant
Two hours gives us time for your ceremony, relaxed portraits, and those in-between moments that often mean the most. I’ll photograph your elopement gently and intuitively, allowing space for real emotion and connection to unfold naturally.All photos included.
Up to two hours of photography
Together we’ll choose a location that feels meaningful and accessible, whether that’s beside a lake, tucked into native bush, or framed by mountain views. I’ll guide you on timing, light, permits, and flow, so your day feels unhurried and beautifully simple.
Planning & location guidance
A small but meaningful ritual to mark the moment – clinking glasses, smiling at each other, and letting the moment sink in.
Celebratory bubbles & glassware
An all-inclusive elopement, grounded and nature-led, with up to two hours of photography to capture your ceremony, portraits, and the quiet moments in between.
Collection 4
For couples who already know what they want and simply need beautiful coverage in an unforgettable Queenstown location.
starting at $1900
Keep It Simple
This collection is all about presence and connection. With up to two hours of coverage, I’ll document your ceremony and portraits in a relaxed, unobtrusive way – capturing genuine moments, natural emotion, and the feeling of your day as it unfolds.
This option is perfect if you’ve already organised the details and simply want beautiful, thoughtful photography to tell the story of your elopement. No add-ons, no pressure – just honest coverage of a meaningful moment in your lives.
Up to TWO hours of photography
If you’re not quite sure where to say your vows, I’m always happy to offer location ideas based on accessibility, scenery, and the kind of atmosphere you’re drawn to. Gentle guidance, without full planning.
location guidance
For couples who want the moments, without the extras
Collection 5
$850 per hour
custom quote
custom quote
$500 per film (includes film & developing)
from $150
includes
includes
$300 per hour
ask me about adding an engagement session into your elopement collection
Engagement sessions are a great way for us to connect and get to know each other before your big day arrives! You'll learn all about how sessions with me flow and how easy it is to get great photos - you'll be a pro by the end of your session! This will make your wedding day pictures a piece of cake!
& why I love them!
Celebrate this season
Engagement photos
album design
Wedding albums are available as a beautiful optional add-on to any collection. If you'd love to turn your favourite images into a timeless keepsake, we can design your custom album together a few weeks after your gallery is delivered.
Frequently asked questions
have more questions?
send me an email.
do I have to pay travel fees?
For photo sessions, elopements and weddings within 30 minutes drive from Jacks Point Queenstown there are no travel fees.
I don't provide unedited photos to my clients and I take great pride in my editing process to ensure only the best quality images end up in your gallery.
do you provide unedited images?
how far in advance should we book?
I recommend booking in as soon as you can, as popular dates often get booked out way in advance.
Simply pop me through an email or fill in my contact form to check availability and I'll get you onto my calendar. Let me know if your dates are flexible.