Your wedding photographer is so much more than a picture taker…
While documenting your story is the main reason we do what we do, there is more that we do than meets the eye! I am your guide, friend, assistant, and supporter. I bring happy energy to every session, and make sure you feel comfortable and beautiful in the process. With tons of experience shooting in locations around the world, I know what to plan for and how to handle situations that didn’t go as planned. Your only job is to enjoy the ride.
Meet your photographer!
Candice; photographer, friend, adventurer, & pizza enthusiast
I started out like anyone else; taking as many pictures as I could in high school and university. From there it was clear that this is what I was meant to do; photograph people in love and create beautiful and unique experiences for them! The PNW (Coquitlam specifically) is my home and I love to explore and travel as much as I can. With the pandemic shutting things down, I found a new joy in renovating our basement, baking sourdough bread, and making authentic Neopolitan Pizza for my family every Friday. If this sounds like something you want to be apart of, my backyard is always open to enjoy the tasty goodness straight out of my pizza oven!
I know getting married is a big deal, and that’s why I care SO much about what I do. With experience photographing 150+ couples getting married, you can rest easy knowing you’re in good hands.
Not only will I be your photographer, but I will also be your friend and guide!
What does an “all-day” elopement mean?
The best day ever.
Eloping just means a short and sweet ceremony with a couple of pictures afterwards right? Some couples do it this way, but I see elopements as something more. I know what you’re thinking. What would we even do all day? First of all, choosing to elope means you’ve chosen to ditch tradition and do something unique. This means putting together a day that you will never forget. What does that look like? It’s a highly personal decision, but try answering these questions first, putting aside the wedding part of the day. On your favourite day…
Where would you be? - What sights, smells, and sounds make you feel the most alive?
What activities do you have the most fun doing?
What food do you instantly get hungry just thinking about?
Who would be with you? - Who makes you feel the most loved when you’re together?
Use these answers to formulate a dream and start from there! You’re in the driver’s seat, but I am also here to help guide you along the way and make it happen!
Why should I be there to document it all?
This is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration.
Your wedding matters, and photographs are perhaps even more important on an elopement day than a traditional wedding. Here are some reasons why photos of the whole day are so important:
They tell the story of your day from start to finish.
The photos are the only thing you will have left to remember everything after it’s all over.
It’s a way to show family and friends what your elopement day was like.
When memories fade, photos bring you back to how everything felt in that moment; from your meaningful vows to the crazy spontaneous and unexpected things along the way.
What you can expect from an elopement with me:
A complete & in-depth start-to-finish elopement planning guide sent upon booking.
Personalized research for locations & Permits throughout the process.
Vendor Recommendations.
A hand-crafted personal timeline.
A questionnaire to gather your priorities & details for the day.
A friend & guide to help with your planning and problem-solving.
And of course, a photographer to document everything!
Here is what people have to say…
“It was such a pleasure to work with Candice. She photographed our elopement wedding in Whistler and I will forever cherish all the special moments she captured. Her photos are incredible. On the big day Candice made us feel really comfortable, at ease and she was just SO FUN to work with. I also really appreciated all of her advise and willingness to offer support leading up to our wedding day and planning out some of the details.”
“We feel so lucky to have found Candice. Even though we kept it pretty simple she was so helpful in answering all our questions...Not only is she so easy going and professional but she made us feel comfortable by giving us some direction but still capturing truly authentic moments. We are so in love with our wedding photos. If you are looking for an elopement photographer look no further! We could not recommend Candice enough!”
“Working with Candice was better than we could have imagined! We were worried about the idea of taking wedding pictures, because neither of us had any professional pictures taken before, but Candice made us feel super comfortable! All of our pictures turned out amazing, especially the candid ones she got of our friends and family. She also was open to any ideas we had. If I ever get married again, I would definitely hire Candice!”
Elopement Packages & Pricing
International Elopements
Anywhere in the world
Starting at $6000 CAD plus GST
All packages include:
Travel & accommodations (Anywhere!)
4+ hours of shooting coverage
An in-depth start-to-finish elopement guide
Personalized help & guidance planning logistics & locations
50-100 edited digital images per hour spent shooting
& of course an amazing experience!
Banff Elopements
Elopement photography packages in Alberta
Starting at $4800 CAD plus GST
All packages include:
Travel & accommodations
4+ hours of shooting coverage
An in-depth start-to-finish elopement guide
Personalized help & guidance planning logistics & locations
50-100 edited digital images per hour spent shooting
& of course an amazing experience!
PNW Travel Elopements
Elopement photography anywhere in BC & Washington State
Starting at $4300 CAD plus GST
All packages include:
Travel & accommodations
4+ hours of shooting coverage
An in-depth start-to-finish elopement guide
Personalized help & guidance planning logistics & locations
50-100 edited digital images per hour spent shooting
& of course an amazing experience!
Local Elopements
Elopement photography packages In Vancouver, Squamish, & Whistler, BC
Starting at $3000 CAD plus GST
All packages include:
3+ hours of shooting coverage
An in-depth start-to-finish elopement guide
Personalized help & guidance planning logistics & locations
50-100 edited digital images per hour spent shooting
& of course an amazing experience!
Heli-Elopements
Heli-elopements packages In Vancouver, Squamish, Whistler, or Pemberton
Starting at $5100 CAD plus GST
All packages include:
Helicopter experience covered
3+ hours of shooting coverage
An in-depth start-to-finish elopement guide
Personalized help & guidance planning logistics & locations
50-100 edited digital images per hour spent shooting
& of course an amazing experience!
4x4 Mountain Elopements
Jeep Adventures at sunset in Whistler July-early october
Starting at $4700 CAD plus GST
All packages include:
Jeep tour at sunset
4+ hours of shooting coverage
An in-depth start-to-finish elopement guide
Personalized help & guidance planning logistics & locations
50-100 edited digital images per hour spent shooting
& of course an amazing experience!
BE YOURSELVES
FEEL CONNECTED
CREATE BEAUTY
LET THE ADVENTURE BEGIN!
But wait, there’s more!
Heli-Engagements
Starting at $2800 CAD plus GST
Engagement Sessions
Local sessions start at $700 CAD plus GST
Adventure Sessions
Starting at $1000 CAD plus GST
Are you ready to start dreaming?
Contact me about these options & more!
Thinking about hiking or camping overnight for your elopement?
Not only would I LOVE to be apart of your hiking elopement, but I can also help make it even better by suggesting hikes based on what you’re looking for, logistical guidance, and weather flexibility!
Contact me for a custom quote!
So how does this work?
Step 1:
Schedule your complimentary consultation! We get to know each other, you share your love story, discuss your vision and priorities with your wedding, and I answer any questions you may have to put your mind at ease.
Step 2:
Reserve your date! Sign the contract & Pay the 50% deposit so that special day is all yours!
Step 3:
Endless help & guidance! Whether you know exactly what you want and how to do it, or the whole process seems daunting and overwhelming. I am here to support and find solutions including timelines, vendor suggestions, and location options.
Step 4:
Have an amazing wedding day experience! You’ve spent time and money to have the best day of your lives; now soak it in and enjoy it!
Step 5:
Receive an awesome wedding gallery. I know you will want to see and share your photos as soon as possible, so you will be able to see previews within 1 week of your wedding date, and the full gallery within 8-12 weeks.
Step 6:
Enjoy and relive those moments for a life time!
You might be wondering…
Here are some frequently asked questions from couples like you:
+ Can I invite friends & family to an elopement?
The short answer is yes of course! The long answer actually directs a question back at you; will having your family and close friends there uplift your experience and make it even more memorable, or will it stress you out and make you feel uncomfortable? Your answer will determine what you should do.
+ Will you help us figure out the logistics like location, timeline, other vendors, etc.?
YES! Not only will you get a VERY comprehensive guide to help with this, you’ll also get my personal guidance tailored to your needs. I know this part can be very overwhelming, so let me take the load off of you so you can focus on the fun parts!
+ Will you hike or camp for our elopement?
ABSOLUTELY. There is no mountain high enough and no valley low enough that I wouldn’t trek across for your elopement or adventure session. If you want a beautiful adventure but don’t know exactly where to go, I have tons of awesome suggestions!
+ What is an adventure session and why is it an awesome idea?
An adventure session is basically a fun adventure that also involves taking some photos in an epic location. This might be the day after your wedding in your wedding clothes, or maybe for your engagement photos before you get married. It could involve a hike in the mountains, a helicopter, a canoe ride, a trip to some hot springs, or snowshoeing in the outback. Regardless, it’s awesome, and I recommend them to everyone!
+ What happens if the weather is bad?
Ahh the dreaded question we all have to face when planning an elopement. There are many factors that contribute to my answer, but overall I ask each couple how they feel about weather scenarios. Based on that we think of a plan B whether it be a different location, time of day, extra equipment (aka an umbrella), or sometimes it means getting married the day before or day after if it’s in the forecast. Whatever the problem, it’s just something to solve, and I am here to help!
+ I hate being in front of the camera, how can you help?
Guess what, you’re not alone! Most people I photograph have some sort of fear of being in front of the camera. Even after all my experience photographing others, when the camera is pointed at me, I don’t know what to do. It is my responsibility that you feel comfortable and confident during a session or on your elopement. I will give you guidance and direction when needed and hopefully you’ll forget that there is a camera even involved.
+ Do you travel for elopements?
Yes (COVID willing)! I travel all over North America (including the USA) for weddings and other sessions, and am up for lots of adventures around the world if you want to take me there.
Still have more questions?
Check out my FAQ Page or contact me for personal assistance!
I would love to meet you & hear your story!
For all wedding & Elopement inquiries fill out the form below.
If you want to contact me regarding other matters, feel free to email me at info@candicemariephotography.ca
