Central Otago elopements, naturally told.

Fiona is a Central Otago elopement photographer with more than 30 years of experience creating calm, natural celebrations among golden hills, vineyards and historic towns. She photographs elopements across Cromwell, Bannockburn, Clyde, Alexandra and the wider region.

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A newlywed couple walking through golden high-country grass beneath a dramatic sky.

CENTRAL OTAGO KNOWLEDGE

Thoughtful ideas for vineyard, high-country and historic-town celebrations.

CALM PLANNING SUPPORT

Timeline and photography guidance from the first conversation.

BEAUTIFUL PREVIEWS, QUICKLY

A highlight gallery within 1–5 days.

Bride crossing an alpine ridge beside a mountain tarn.
Newlyweds laughing together on a quad bike after their wedding.
Newlyweds with three dogs in a wide high-country landscape.
Groom standing on a utility vehicle with mountains beyond.
Bride and groom beneath an umbrella among bare trees.
Newlyweds embracing after an intimate outdoor ceremony.
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KIND WORDS

“I can’t speak highly enough of Fiona! She photographed our elopement in Fiji and the photos were so beautiful. She captured so many special and intimate moments. We really appreciated her calm and warm manner - she really helped to put us at ease. I would highly recommend her.”

— RC

Plan your Central Otago elopement

Photography for the way you want to marry

Elopements and intimate weddings from $4,675 incl. GST.

Your experience can include:

  • Planning and timeline guidance

  • A licensed New Zealand celebrant

  • Natural, story-led photography

What you receive

A relaxed consultation in Wānaka or by video call

Location, timeline and family-photo planning

A highlight gallery within 1–5 days

A private gallery of high-resolution, print-ready photographs

Web-ready copies for sharing with family and friends

Local planning connections

  • Bridal hair and makeup artists

  • Experienced film and video teams

  • Helicopter elopement operators

Full-day weddings & helicopter elopements

For couples who want more of the story: getting ready, the ceremony, portraits and the beginning of the celebration. Fiona accepts a limited number of weddings and last-minute bookings.

Full-day wedding photography from $5,540 incl. GST.

Getting-ready photography before the ceremony

The ceremony, photographed in full

Family and group photographs

Relaxed couple and wedding-party portraits

Coverage into the opening of the reception

Every collection includes

A relaxed consultation in Wānaka or by video call

Location and timeline guidance

Family and group-photo planning

A highlight gallery within 1–5 days

A private gallery of high-resolution, print-ready photographs

Web-ready copies for sharing with family and friends

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Meet Fiona

For more than 30 years, I’ve photographed people with warmth, instinct and an eye for the fleeting moments that make a day feel alive. My approach is calm and unobtrusive, with thoughtful direction whenever you need it.

I’m based in Wānaka and photograph elopements throughout Cromwell, Bannockburn, Clyde, Alexandra and the wider Central Otago region. Whether your day unfolds among vineyards, beside a river or beneath the open sky, I’ll tell the story honestly and beautifully.

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Bride and groom standing on a wooden pier near a lake, holding hands, with mountains and trees in the background.