Elopements
Years from now, your gallery will take you back to this chapter. Some moments you will remember. Others you will be seeing for the first time.
That is what I am there for.
On your wedding day, your attention belongs to the people in front of you. Mine belongs to everything unfolding around you.
I’ll step in when you need direction, keep an eye on the light and the timeline, then give the moment back to you. While you live the day, I’m watching for the people, the glances, and the moments you never knew were happening.
The Experience
YOUR WHOLE HEART. MINE TOO.
A wedding day held close, with room for the two of you to take it in.
ELOPEMENTS
There is something beautiful about choosing only what matters most. Your vows. A place you love. A little time to wander after you have said them. I will help you choose the right light, timing, and location, then photograph the day with the same attention I bring to a full wedding story.
EVERY elopement INCLUDES:
- up to three hours of coverage
- location + timing guidance
- planning support
- 72-hour sneak peeks
- private online gallery
- high-resolution edited photographs
- printing rights
Starting at $1,900
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the process
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Tell me about the two of you,
where you're getting married,
and what you have planned so far.
We'll find a time to talk,
get to know one another,
and make sure we're a good fit.
Once your date is yours, we start shaping the day
around what matters most to you.
We'll talk through timing, locations, family photographs,
light, and the little details that make the day yours.
Your engagement session fits here too, giving us a chance
to spend some time together before the wedding.
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When the day arrives, you get to be inside it.
I’ll keep an eye on the timeline, step in with direction when it helps, and pay attention to everything unfolding around you. The big moments, the people you love, and the pieces of the day you never even knew were happening.
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Your first photographs arrive within 72 hours, while the day is still close enough to replay in your mind.
The full gallery follows within six to eight weeks, bringing you back to the people, the room, and the moments you lived through. Some you will remember instantly. Others you will be seeing for the first time.
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LOVE NOTES
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Akzhana made us feel at ease in front of the camera right away and gave us the guidance we needed without making anything feel regimented. We could focus on each other, get caught up in the moment, and have fun.
Our photographs truly represent us. The whole experience felt more like a date night than a photo shoot.
S&A
[Akzhana] was absolutely the perfect presence on the day, directing us when needed while still capturing all of our special candid moments. Our photos look like we're straight out of a fairytale, which is exactly how the day felt.
T&L
Akzhana is fantastic and was a huge help in making my proposal a perfect occasion. She gave ideas for where to do the proposal, sent maps of the areas with good proposal spots circled, and even sent example photos of each of the locations. The plan went perfectly and the pictures we got afterwards were amazing. I can't recommend her enough.
K&M
A few things you may be wondering
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WE AREN’T COMFORTABLE IN FRONT OF A CAMERA. WILL YOU GUIDE US?
Absolutely. I’ll give you direction when you need it, so you never have to wonder what to do or where to look. Once you’re settled, I’ll give you room to be together and let the moments unfold naturally.
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HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD WE BOOK?
If you know you would like me there, reach out as soon as you have your date. Popular summer weekends tend to book first, but there is no perfect timeline. If your date is available, we can make it happen.
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DO YOU TRAVEL?
Yes. I photograph weddings throughout Vancouver Island and beyond. Tell me where you are planning the day and I’ll walk you through any travel details when you inquire.
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HOW MANY PHOTOGRAPHS WILL WE RECEIVE?
Every wedding is different, but you can generally expect around 50 finished photographs for each hour of coverage. I photograph the day as a complete story, so your gallery will include the big moments alongside all the smaller ones happening around them.
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WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS?
We work with it. Vancouver Island weather has a mind of its own, so I always keep the light, locations, and backup options in mind. A little rain can make for some incredibly beautiful photographs, and we will make a plan that lets you enjoy the day either way.
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WHEN WILL WE RECEIVE OUR PHOTOGRAPHS?
Your first sneak peeks will arrive within 72 hours. Your full wedding gallery will be ready within six to eight weeks.
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HOW DO WE RESERVE OUR DATE?
Start by sending me an inquiry with your date and whatever you have planned so far. We’ll find a time to talk, and if we decide we are a good fit, a signed agreement and retainer will officially reserve your date.
