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ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY + PLANNING

hand-crafted elopements that honour the essence of who you are

based in BRISBANE

AVAILABLE WORLDWIDE

LET'S CREATE THE ELOPEMENT OF YOUR DREAMS

and New Zealand

serving Australia

You’re the type of couple who blazes their own trail, and longs for a meaningful marriage experience that has been carefully curated through deep intention — kinda like the journey that bought you here. You feel right at home in serene landscapes, grounded by nature, and framed by epic views. You’re dreaming about an Australian or New Zealand elopement or intimate wedding that has been perfectly made for you, those “fits like a glove” kinda feels.

Well, you’re in the right place. I help my couples to navigate the wedding day overwhelm, and fall back in love with the wedding planning process with a unique, and fully personalised-to-you intimate wedding elopement experience.

AUSTRALIA elopement intimate wedding photographer & planner

meaningful elopement photography + planning support for couples who follow their hearts (and not the crowd)

TWO SOULS                      UNITING AS ONE

COLLIDING

THIS IS LOVE...

Kia Ora

Holding space for your raw love, I’ll be right by your side pouring my heart and soul in to every step of our journey together. With a unique, and intuitive approach to planning your elopement experience; my customised process allows me to connect with the unique energetics of your relationship to help you curate an experience that resonates deeply with who you are as a couple. 

When it comes to Photography, my focus is on the authentic moments—the laughter, the tears, the gentle touches. My empathic approach adapts to YOUR genuine emotions and real life connection to allow your experience to unfold completely naturally, so that you never have to feel awkward in front of the camera. Each of your precious memories are retold with the reverence and heart that they truly deserve, so you feel right at home in your images.

If you're looking for someone who can gently hold space for you, help guide you, and never pressure you to be anything other than your authentic selves - I'd love to connect! 

LEARN MORE ABOUT ME

- hello!

I'm Nikita Pere

Capture the magic of your                              Distinctive in nature. Images that are 

unique union.

truly yours.

ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER & PLANNing guide

A completely                          elopement experience that                                 

customised

speaks to your souls...

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ELOPEMENTS & INTIMATE WEDDINGS

We can’t always explain the connections in our lives and how they came to be. But we can feel them. An invisible thread that’s woven through every lived experience to bring us to this exact moment. A bright spark or rip-roaring fire, it’s hard to describe the love that’s brought you two together. Through the highs and the lows, all that matters is that you’re together.Wherever you are, they’ll always be your home.

Whether we’re on a breathtaking mountain top or exploring a quiet hideaway spot, your elopement photos will honour the magnitude of your love. Shutting out the noise, stopping time, your memories are safe with me. 

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Curating

love-filled memories

 that honour the essence

of who you are

In the delicate tapestry of love and celebration, let us embark on a journey to recolonise the wedding industry. A journey that calls upon every heart to honour their heritage..

This region is known for its picturesque landscapes, unique flora and fauna, and abundance of outdoor activities. Wait until you see this place come alive in Wildflower season!

One of the biggest questions asked by Brides and Grooms alike, is “what the hell do I write in my vows?“ – so I thought I would share my response here!

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a place for inspiration

embracing the magic of heritage: a journey to reindigenise weddings

best places to elope in the scenic rim region

how to write your vows for an elopement or wedding

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gratitude from my couples

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Georgia & Tom

Nikita takes so much care and time to get to know you that it feels like you're planning your wedding with a best friend who has known you a lifetime. She constantly reminds you to soak it all in as it comes because like everyone says it goes by so quickly. I honestly couldn't imagine having anyone else help us create a more magical day. Not many people can look back at their wedding and say they wouldn't change a thing but we can and I truly believe that is thanks to Nikitas dedication to make our dream come true. Nikita made the experience so enjoyable that I'm going to miss talking to her all the time.

I can't even begin to explain how amazing Nikita is...

01/07

Tyrene & Ezrah

02/07

I have never felt so empowered and confident...

from how Nikita guided us through these moments. She asked us to close our eyes and feel the wairua (spirit) of those whanau (family) who have passed on as well of the whose land we stand on and I felt this massive wave of mana (pride) come through me. We channelled that energy in to our photos. It was more than photos for us it was history in the making. These moments captured are for our babies to look on and know that our journey of cultural discovery was for them!

We both felt a bit emotional seeing the photos

Tom & Lauren

03/07

You captured each and every special moment in the most amazing pictures on our wedding day. And no less importantly, you are the most wonderful, kind, and fun person - we are so lucky to have had you!

Ellen & Mitch

 Not only did she make everything relaxed and easy, she got on beautifully with my family and made everyone feel happy and relaxed, and made my now husband and I feel so special. Aside from all of that, the photos were incredible. Like, really, really incredible!

04/07

Nikita was the most INCREDIBLE presence to have on the day...

Mei & Tyler

She made me beautiful, she made me laugh, she calmed me down and left us with photos of our special day that I will always cherish. When it came to photography, she was everywhere, but nowhere to be seen. When I look at our photos I wonder how she managed to be in two places at once. Nikita even took the time to send a sneak preview of some photos on the day so when our incredible day came to an end we already had some photos to look back on! I would highly recommend her for hair, makeup and photography!

05/07

I will never forget the energy that Nikita brought to our special day...

Alex & James

Nikita joined us in Queenstown for our wedding on Coromandel Peak at about five minutes notice and was fabulous! We were lucky enough to book a multi-day package and had two sessions with Nikita prior to our wedding day. Our whole family loved Nikita so much, and she just has a way of making everyone feel comfortable and relaxed and that truly shows in all of our photos. Thank you, thank you, thank you! I look back at our photos at least once a week and fall in love with them a little more each time.

06/07

Nikita is an amazing make up artist and photographer! 

Sarah & Paul

She completely understood our vibe for the day, and that we didn’t want posed, perfect pics. But rather candid, natural, and bursting with love – which is a true reflection of Paul and I. The wedding day arrived and we instantly vibed so well. Paul and I felt so comfortable being ourselves and Nikita captured every minute of our day exactly as we had dreamt it would be done. Her skill is second to none and her personality makes every person feel so at ease. It was like hanging out with a mate who happens to be ridiculously talented with a camera. I could not recommend Nikita highly enough if I tried. I only wish we could get married again just so she could take more photos.

Nikita is truly the most incredible photographer! 

07/07

tangata whenua

[maori: meaning "people of the land"]

My own whakapapa (ancestry) and cultural identity is linked to Ngati Pikiao and Nga Puhi iwi (tribes) of Aotearoa (New Zealand) - and I grew up on Darumbal Country (Central Queensland) here in Australia. So I understand the significance of cultural identity and the profound spiritual connection that certain cultures and people have to the land and our Earth Mother.

Whether you have an intrinsic spiritual connection to the land that you are marrying on, or you just feel connected to that land and space - allow me to honour that connection by capturing it (and you) in its most raw and pure form.

yes! i want a respectful ceremony

Annapurna Circuit in Nepal, where breathtaking scenery meets the warm embrace of a captivating culture. Prepare to be enthralled by the jaw-dropping vistas 

Embarking on a journey into the heart of nature's untamed beauty, I found myself drawn to the volcanic landscapes that echoed with whispers of transformation. With each step, I felt the ancient call of the volcano...

When I returned from my ultimate bucket list trip (to Scandinavia), I made a promise to myself to make an effort to explore more of my own backyard. We have so many spectacular places to see, here in Australia

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stories from around the world

TREKKING THE ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT IN NEPAL

echoes of iceland

CAMPING IN THE OUTBACK NORTHERN TERRITORY

Sharing my deep passion for Travel & Nature, allow me to take you on a journey. Capturing the beauty of landscapes and the abundance of the worlds rich, and diverse cultures is one of my greatest joys. I am an advocate for indigenous cultural tourism, and hope that through the lens of my storytelling, I can encourage you to consider travelling in an intentional way that honours the First Peoples of the lands that you are travelling on or to -- for they are the Custodians of the land, that will ensure this Earth is gently handed down to the next generations.

LEARN MORE ABOUT MY TRAVEL


Travelling to new and remote landscapes, full of rich culture and experience is my absolute passion.

So if you dream of running off to some far-away landscape to capture your Australia or New Zealand Elopement, please reach out to see if we can create some magic together!

Follow my travel schedule below, to see when I may be in your chosen destination!

Travel Dates

MY BUCKET LIST

cradle mountain, tas              nov 23

namibia

iceland

FAROE ISLANDS

SAMOA

MICRONESIA

SEYCHELLES

kin kin, qld                                    APR 24

coles bay, TAS                              AUG 24

ULURU-KATA-TJUTA, NT                  SEP 24

TO CAPTURE YOUR STORY

TRAVELLING THE WORLD

The world is our oyster

get lost in a world of

dreams

ENQUIRE ABOUT YOUR DESTINATION

MULGUMPIN (MORETON IS.)         OCT 24

blue mountains, nsw                dec 24

great ocean road, vic               jan 25

byron bay, nsw                            dec 24

LOVE MADLY,
DREAM DEEPLY.

LET'S DO THIS

LET'S            THE INTIMATE WEDDING DAY OF...

create

YOUR WILDEST DREAMS. TOGETHER WE'LL           IT HAPPEN

make