A Port Alberni‑based photographer helping free spirits, nature lovers & adventure couples create photos that feel like them — real, intentional, and showcase their wildly authentic beauty.
I specialize in adventure elopements, portraits, couples, families, maternity & branding sessions on Vancouver Island & surrounding BC locations.
Born and raised on Vancouver Island, I’m a wild-hearted photographer here to create one-of-a-kind photography experiences for couples who want something real, intentional, and true to them. I work with free spirits, nature lovers, and romantics who are ready to ditch the rulebook and do things their own way.
This isn’t just about photos, it’s about connection, intention, and creating something that feels like you. I’m here to make the whole experience stress-free, grounded, and fun!
So tell me… what kind of adventure are you dreaming up?
Connecting with the natural world is where I feel most alive — it’s my playground, my reset button, and the space where life feels the most real. Every landscape holds its own story, and I love using that beauty to create something that feels deeply connected to the people within it.
Photography became an extension of how I already lived — hiking, exploring, and slowing down to notice the details that make a moment mean something. Out there, time softens. You’re not performing; you’re just being. And that’s where the magic of real connection happens.
My role isn’t just to take photos. It’s to be there with you — grounded, calm, and present — so you can relax into your day and simply be yourself. I want you to feel seen in your truest form, to look back and feel the warmth of that day rush back in. The laughter, the wind, the quiet moments in between.
For me, it’s about creating a safe space where you can bloom in your essence — exactly as you are. To remind you that you are already everything beautiful, inside and out.
If you're someone who feels most at home in the wild, I’m so down to tag along and tell your story. Let’s head into the woods and make memories and document the whole thing. You deserve it!
Absolutely! I love adventure and am happy to capture moments anywhere you dream of going. My packages include travel anywhere in BC. I am willing to travel internationally for an elopement.
Do you travel outside Vancouver Island?
I shoot all across Vancouver Island — from Port Alberni to Cathedral Grove, Tofino, Ucluelet, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, and the hidden coastal trails in between.
Where do you photograph on Vancouver Island?
I guide clients with ease and fun, focusing on connection and emotion rather than stiff poses, so your photos feel authentic and uniquely you.
What makes your approach different from other photographers?
Adventure elopements, portraits, couples, families, maternity, and branding sessions — all with an intentional, authentic approach.
What types of photography do you offer?
Yes, I help plan with elopement couples. I offer assistance and guidance to help you plan and prepare. I don't provide an all-inclusive style as I feel each elopement is unique. This way it will have the freedom to be more of a custom experience.
Do you help plan the elopement or just photograph it?
Vancouver Island is known for its rain, so I’m prepared with backup plans and alternative locations — we’ll make the best of it and create stunning images, rain or shine.
What happens if it rains or the weather is bad?
Yes! I love photographing couples on multi-day hikes or private adventure elopements — capturing your journey in the most stunning, intimate ways.
Do you offer adventure or multi-day elopements?
Natural, candid, soulful, and adventurous — capturing real moments that feel alive.
How would you describe your photography style?
-Kate & Derek
Thank you so much for capturing out special day. Derek and I really want to thank you for your exceptional work. The photo's are so beautiful!