EXPERIENCE THE wedding
of your dreams IN FRANCE!
What if you could design your wedding the way you wanted? In your own personal style, in the way you dream of? A stress-free, and really meaningful wedding for the two of you, free from distractions with and the ability to focus on your love story, and your journey together, and beautiful future!
When thinking about your perfect wedding day, do you feel a bit non-traditional in your approach? Do you love to travel, love adventure, and beautiful places? Do you value experiences over things? Perhaps you crave an intimate, emotional and meaningful wedding experience, just the two of you. If so, an elopement in France could be perfect for your big day!
I'm Karina, an incredibly friendly and helpful English speaking elopement photographer in Paris, Provence and the French Riviera. I adore serving you, capturing your beautiful love stories in beautiful places. Your timeless wedding memories to treasure from a magical moment in time. can't wait to learn more about you!
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elope IN dreamy provence
This incredible village in Provence is the most gorgeous location for your elopement. Widely recognized as one of the most beautiful villages in France (I think it's for sure the most beautiful!), it's located just 45-minutes east of Avignon, so it's easily accessible from Paris and an absolute dream for your elopement! Here you'll find stunning views of the mountains, you'll see olive groves and vineyards, and you'll be transported back in time. There's so much to do here, go wine tasting at a nearby a vineyard, try the delicious Provence olive oil at a Provençal market, go hiking or biking in the Luberon or Alpilles mountains. See Provence from above in a hot air balloon! Or, maybe you prefer to relax in the sun, poolside with a good book, or visit a charming perched medieval village.
VIEW MY WORK IN GORDES
Karina was amazing. She helped us with more than just photography, she took care of everything we needed. It took the stress away from us, especially living in Canada it would have been very difficult for us to do. she organized for us an officiant, driver, and hair and make up. Our wedding was perfect large part due to Karina’s help. On top of all that the photos were absolutely stunning, she took us to amazing villages and lavender fields. I would highly recommend Karina to anyone looking to for a photographer in France.
Asia & Evan, Married in Gordes, Provence, France
Dream of saying "I Do" in a lavender field?
The lavender that blooms in Provence is world famous for its beauty, and of course, its intoxicating scent. An elopement here is an otherworldy experience. But timing is everything if this is your dream, as the lavender typically only blooms from the end of June to mid-July, before its cut and harvested to make essential oils and other products. So if this is your dream, let's plan your elopement to take full advantage!
VIEW MY WORK IN the lavender
Late June to early July
I'm committed to ensuring your day is magnificent & I'll help make the whole process super easy, too!
I'll help you plan the wedding day of your dreams, listen to you, advise you, and be there for you every step of the way. With my intimate knowledge of Gordes, and the surrounding areas, you can count on me!
As a wedding and elopement photographer in Provence, it's my joy and honor to capture your very special day in this beautiful place! Elopements typically take place outside with beautiful views from a hilltop village, in a lavender field (in season), on a mountain, or even in an olive grove!
I'll capture your elopement authentically and elegantly, and provide you a stress-free and memorable day. Elopements in Provence are custom designed to each couple, so that you have the day you dream of!
stunning elopements on the french riviera
Azure sea & sun-kissed rocky beaches, the famous French Riviera is the perfect place to elope!
Do you love the sun, the sea, and the gentle sound of waves? Then an elopement on the French Riviera, also known as the Cote d'Azur, may be the elopement location of your dreams!
I'll help you select a wonderful location by the sea. Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Villefranche sur Mer, and Antibes are three of the most popular spots for a French Riviera elopement. If you're more into a city vibe, Nice is also gorgeous, and has all the big city amenities. This is truly a honeymoon location, too. You can participate in a lot of activities and sightseeing, or just relax, have a great meal, and read a book. Most of the French Riviera is rocky beach, but you can find sandy beaches in Cannes and outside St. Tropez.
All Elopement Collections are customized to your specific wishes for your special day.
My husband and I traveled to the South of France for our elopement. Karina was the perfect choice for our photographer. She answered questions, connected us to an officiant and makeup artist, scouted our location, and took the most amazing pictures of us! If we travel to Europe again, we will definitely use her for another photo session. 10 out of 10 would recommend. Thank you Karina for making our day special and capturing our love!
Julie & John Christopher, Married in Antibes, French Riviera
OH LA LA,
elope in romantic paris!
The Capital of Romance is ideal for an elegant city elopement you'll treasure!
Eloping in Paris is such a magnificent idea! Many couples today are foregoing a traditional large wedding, instead preferring a small, intimate symbolic ceremony, often just the two of them. Elopements in Paris are very beautiful, very meaningful, and also a great idea because it's a honeymoon and wedding all in one!
I'm here to make your Paris elopement dreams come true! Not only am I super friendly and helpful during your planning process (I'm from the USA and speak both English and French), but I'll expertly capture your elopement authentically, emotionally, and elegantly. Your day will be memorable, stress-free and so very special.
Paris elopements typically take place outside with amazing views of the Eiffel Tower, but you have many options. Contact me today for a complimentary 20-minute chat to discuss your dream Paris elopement your elopement is customized to you!
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Karina is an absolute joy to work with and her suggestions not only helped us capture stunning photos but were invaluable to helping us plan our vow exchange. Her knowledge of Paris locations for good photos is unparalleled and despite the oppressive heat wave she made us look amazing. I would 100% recommend her to anyone who wants to capture their special moments in Paris.
Erik & Jessica, USA
There are a number of private terraces and balconies, both in hotels and home rentals, that offer views of the Eiffel Tower and can be rented for a fee. Some couples prefer a more private setting for their elopement ceremony.
Paris is famous for its gardens, and you have many choices. The Tuileries and Luxembourg Gardens are the most popular, but the gardens of the Palais Royal are as well, tucked behind the Louvre Museum.
Most couples getting married in Paris prefer a view of the Eiffel Tower. Trocadero Gardens is a popular spot for elopements, but it gets so busy later in the day, plan on a morning elopement for the best experience. In addition to Trocadero, there are many other lovely spots for your elopement with magnificent Eiffel Tower views!
Please contact me and I'll send you some more information about elopements in Provence, the French Riviera, or Paris, to really help you envision your special day in France.
how do elopements work?
After you're had a chance to review the information I sent you, we'll set up a complimentary 20-minute chat on WhatsApp to see if we're a great fit and I can answer your questions.
Yay, we're a great fit, and it's time to reserve your date! After your date is reserved, we'll get started planning & I'll send you all my wonderful resources and work with you to create the elopement you dream of.
With so many options, it can be confusing to decide on where to elope, especially if you've never been to Paris, Provence or the French Riviera. I delight in helping all of my couples plan their perfect day. Contact me for my complimentary Elopement Planner, and I also offer a complimentary 20-minute WhatsApp call to learn more about you and determine the very best place for your elopement!
Once you've reserved me as your photographer, I'll do whatever I can to help you plan aspects of your day, and offer you my advice too. You're never alone, I'm more than a photographer, your elopement experience in France means a lot to me, and I'll do everything I can to ensure your wedding day is one you'll always treasure!
Most couples love the idea of an outdoor ceremony, whether with a view of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, for example, in an olive grove ot lavender field in Provence, or along the sea on the French Riviera. Those locations are ideal for just the two of you, and maybe a few guests. If you're thinking of having more guests, then a privatized location like a hotel, resort, villa, or event center would probably be better suited to your event. Elopements in Paris usually take place in the morning, before too many people wake up, as Paris gets super busy! Paris elopements are perfect if you're into romantic city vibes, great restaurants and beautiful monuments and gardens. In Provence, the possibilities are endless. Most revolve around the beauty of nature, such as seaside, in a lavender field, or in an olive grove, or even in a forest or on a mountain. But don't count out a gorgeous view from a Provençal hilltop village. Provence is ideal if you'd like a more laid-back, relaxed nature vibe and an "authentic" French experience. If you love the sun and sea, the French Riviera is absolutely ideal!
Elopements are meant to be intimate and personal, so typically are for just the bride & groom. Small groups of less than 10 people could possibly be accommodated, but would often require a private venue, at least for the ceremony. For groups larger than 10, a private location is required and that would be considered a small destination wedding, extra fees would apply.
Yes! All clients who have reserved me for their elopement will receive guidance on vendors who will make your day so special. This could include a makeup & hair artist, flowers, officiant/celebrant and more. But I'm not just giving you names, I'm there to help you coordinate, so that every aspect of your wedding day is perfect! My goal is to make this so easy and enjoyable for you, and take away the stress you may feel, because who wants to feel stressed on their wedding day?
Yes! Unlike traditional weddings, which take a long time to plan, elopements can be planned a bit more quickly. That said, in the busy summer months of June to August (particularly August), its best to plan ahead if you can, as accommodations fill very quickly in the busy months.
While elopements are generally more budget friendly than a larger wedding back home, make sure you have a budget to truly enjoy your day in that way that you like. Most couples budget between 3000€ - 9,000€ for their elopement in France, but each couple is unique in their desires for their wedding in France.
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