Canadian Wedding & Elopement Photographer

Based in Vancouver British Columbia Canada , servicing lower mainland , west coast and destination

FREE PLANNING CONSULTATION

Photographing weddings & Elopements on digital & film

Your wedding isn’t just an event — it’s a chapter of your life that deserves to be remembered with intention and artistry. If you’re planning an intimate celebration where the small moments matter just as much as the big ones, you’re in the right place.

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Offering Destination Elopements

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Hi you! So excited you are here!

I'M DESIREÉ

As a dedicated Vancouver elopement photographer, I’m passionate about capturing authentic love stories throughout Vancouver and the surrounding West Coast. My approach blends natural storytelling with the stunning landscapes that make Vancouver such an unforgettable place to say “I do.”

Whether you're planning an intimate Vancouver elopement, a small wedding, or a romantic couples’ session, I work closely with you to create meaningful, timeless images that reflect your connection, your joy, and the beauty of your chosen location. From the mountains and beaches to the hidden gems around the city, every moment is documented with care and artistry.

Dreaming of an elopement outside of Canada? I’m always excited to travel and would love to join you on your adventure—wherever in the world your love story takes you. Together, we’ll create a gallery of photographs you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

If you're ready to bring your elopement vision to life, reach out through the contact form and let’s start planning your unforgettable experience.

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BROWSE SERVICES

COUPLES

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Elopements

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Weddings & Elopements

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Looking for a Vancouver elopement photographer who gets you?
I specialize in capturing intimate, heartfelt elopements and small weddings across Vancouver and beautiful British Columbia. Whether you're tying the knot in Stanley Park, on a mountain top in Whistler, or along the BC coast, I’m here to document your day — your way.

Planning a non-traditional wedding day full of meaning, emotion, and no regrets?
I love your vibe already. As a passionate Vancouver elopement photographer, I only take on 20 weddings per year so I can fully invest in every love story I photograph. You deserve intentional, artful images that reflect your unique connection.

From cozy Vancouver elopements to adventurous destination weddings, I bring calm energy, creativity, and care to every celebration — big or small, luxe or laid-back.

Vancouver Elopement & Wedding Photography Packages

Intimate Vancouver Elopements – starting at $1,400
Small Vancouver Weddings – starting at $2,400
Couples & Engagement Sessions in Vancouver – starting at $600

Every package includes planning support, location ideas, and timeless storytelling photography that feels like you.

Ready to create something beautiful together?
Fill out the contact form for availability, pricing, and to start planning your Vancouver elopement.

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Film Photos

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SLIDESHOW

Included in every package, you'll receive a custom slideshow, beautifully showcasing your photos in a dynamic and engaging format. This personalized feature ensures that your memories are presented in a way that tells your unique story, creating a keepsake you'll treasure forever. Explore my portfolio and see how I can bring your vision to life.

Hiring me as your elopement photographer

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You’re here because you’re considering hiring a Vancouver elopement photographer to capture one of the most meaningful days of your life — and I’m honored to be part of that possibility.

Your elopement is more than just a ceremony — it’s a deeply personal experience, and documenting it with care matters. Here's why investing in professional elopement photography is so important:

Complete Storytelling: From quiet morning moments to the final embrace, I’ll capture the full narrative of your day — not just the posed shots, but the in-between magic too.
Timeless Keepsakes: Long after the day has passed, your photos become heirlooms — tangible reminders of your love, your vows, and the emotions you felt.
Shareable Memories: Eloping doesn’t mean your story stays small. Your images let you share the beauty of your Vancouver elopement with friends and family, near or far.
Emotional Time Capsules: As time moves on, your photographs will bring you back — to that mountain breeze, those teary-eyed smiles, and every spontaneous, joy-filled moment.

Choosing the right Vancouver elopement photographer means choosing someone who values your story as much as you do. Let’s create a collection of images that feel true, intentional, and forever yours.

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Portrait Photography Membership

Book multiple photo shoots within the year for less the cost.

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I travel frequently so this list will be updated often. Please let me know if you are interested in booking with me while I'm in your area. I can be flexible so please just ask!

―TRAVEL WISHLIST

I love to travel and shoot all over the world so if you’re planning a destination wedding or elopement please message me and let's go on an adventure! Prices are Discounted for destination weddings

Here are the spots on my current travel wishlist:

Ireland / Amsterdam / Spain/ Hungary/Portugal

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Highly recommend for anything from small intimate sessions

“ Loved working with Desiree!! She captured our elopement better then I could have imagined. She had great communication and laid everything out to easily understand! Neither me or my husband have had a photography session. Desiree guided us on where to look and ideas for poses and movement to capture the perfect moments. Highly recommend for anything from small intimate sessions or to capture your entire special event. Absolutely in love with our photos
The photos are stunning, the shoot was fun and Desiree is a fun & friendly

“Desiree is such a talented photographer! We booked Desiree for a one hour couples shoot in downtown Vancouver and the experience and the results were amazing !! Desiree is extremely professional and also very skilled at her trade. We felt very comfortable through the photoshoot and our photos turned out stunning. Desiree has a unique editing style that captures the moment perfectly while also highlighting your best self. We are so so pleased with our photos and we will cherish them for a lifetime. Amazing experience overall. The photos are stunning, the shoot was fun and Desiree is a fun & friendly professional photographer. We will definitely book with her again in the future. Such a fun experience overall. “