Welcome to my little corner of stories, photos, and inspiration from weddings and elopements across BC, Vancouver Island, and the surrounding West Coast. I’m Karysa, a BC and Vancouver Island wedding photographer, and here I share real love stories, intimate elopements, and the wild, beautiful moments that make every wedding unique.
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Best Places to Elope on Vancouver Island: The Ultimate Guide for Adventurous Couples Are you trying to figure out where to elope? Vancouver Island is a dream destination for couples who want an adventurous, scenic, and intimate elopement. From wild coastlines and lush forests to mountaintop vistas and secluded beaches, the island offers diverse landscapes […]
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Ucluelet Graduation Photos at Amphitrite Point Lighthouse on the Wild Pacific Trail You might be searching for Tofino photographers for your engagement, family session, wedding, or your elopement, and most people think you have to go straight to Tofino for ocean photos, but honestly, Ucluelet has some rugged awesomeness to be grateful for. Just a […]
My Elopement Celebrant Vendor Vancouver Island Highlight To have a transformational elopement, a key vendor is your celebrant. You can say your vows while standing on a mountaintop, barefoot on a beach, or tucked away in a secret forest grove and saying yes to your forever partner. Choosing the right celebrant on Vancouver Island […]
Aylard Farm Elopement in East Sooke Provincial Park This couple threw out the rule book and got married in hiking clothes. This felt more like them, and they went for it. We started at a cozy Airbnb property at a small lake. They got ready, then we headed for the trails. It was the perfect […]
Best Places to Elope on Vancouver Island: The Ultimate Guide for Adventurous Couples Are you trying to figure out where to elope? Vancouver Island is a dream destination for couples who want an adventurous, scenic, and intimate elopement. From wild coastlines and lush forests to mountaintop vistas and secluded beaches, the island offers diverse landscapes […]
Introduction Eloping on Vancouver Island is a dream for couples seeking an intimate and adventurous experience. With its rugged coastlines, misty rainforests, and breathtaking mountain views, this West Coast gem offers an incredible diversity of landscapes and things to do. Whether you’re drawn to the serene beaches, lush old-growth forests, or the charm of small […]
Introduction Vancouver Island is a paradise for couples seeking an intimate and adventurous elopement. Need some unique elopement ideas? From breathtaking mountain peaks to secluded beaches, this stunning destination offers endless possibilities for creating versatility for a wild experience. Imagine standing hand-in-hand with your partner, surrounded by Vancouver Island’s rugged beauty—the rhythmic crash of waves, […]
Hiking the Nootka Island Trail: A Complete Trip Report The Nootka Island Trail is a remote coastal trek on the west coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Spanning approximately 35 kilometers (22 miles) from Louie Bay to Yuquot (Friendly Cove), it’s a challenging yet rewarding adventure offering pristine beaches, rugged shorelines, and glimpses of lush […]
A Nanaimo Wedding Photographer’s Experience on Newcastle Island the Night of a Storm This was a lovely little adventure day. The weather had been great all summer long, it seemed, and this day was still a sunny one. If you’re looking for a Nanaimo Wedding Photographer for your own wedding, check out this cute […]
