Get away together, come back transformed
Elopement Photographer Elopement Provence and Europe
Where will the journey take us?
No grand ballroom, no endless guest list. A way to say “I do” that’s just like you: intimate, wild, somewhere in the world. A whole day just for the two of you, with complete freedom to explore
A little confession
I’m a lousy tourist. Traveling in a group means traveling at the pace of compromise: the beach instead of hiking, the international buffet instead of local cuisine—none of that is really my thing. Even back in my Erasmus days, I’d skip out on the students coming back from a night out to head into the mountains at the crack of dawn.
From Kraków, I was heading to the Tatra Mountains, and a hike had sparked my desire to push beyond everything I had accomplished so far. It was a long, physically demanding trek, but I wanted to experience the sunrise over Lake Morskie Oko after crossing the Valley of Five Lakes the day before.
Twenty kilometers later, completely exhausted, I finally reached the lake just as the sun was setting. The next day, at dawn, I enjoyed an unparalleled sense of peace by the lake, delighted that I hadn’t let loneliness or doubts about my abilities hold me back. What I realized that morning by the lake is that the best moments aren’t planned by a committee. They happen when you allow yourself to go where no one is expecting you.
I see this same sense of clarity in some couples. When they talk to meelopement, I don’t see it as a default choice; I see it as a matter of consistency. The consistency of people who have learned not to do things simply because they’re expected to, but because they make sense. I’ve seen them feel guilty for not wanting a big celebration, almost apologizing for preferring an intimate setting. As if choosing otherwise were an admission of something.
That's not what I see. I see people who know exactly what they want and have the courage to go for it.
Your wedding as an adventure
The day before, maybe you’ll lace up your hiking boots and pack your backpack. Or maybe you’ll pop open a bottle at an inn that smells of stone and lavender. No matter the route, what matters is that you chose it yourself.
The next morning, no strict schedule, no venue to vacate by midnight. Just the place you chose for its special meaning, your vows exchanged before something greater than yourselves. The officiant, the florist, the itinerary: everything has been planned in advance so that you have only one thing to do on that day. To be there for each other, nestled in the heart of a place that reflects who you are.
All while being accompanied by someone who knows the way, has a thermos, and knows exactly what to do when the light changes or when plans change.
No need to overreact or panic if the sky clouds over or the schedule gets thrown off track. We’re there to adapt, observe, and anticipate—and we always set off on the next adventure with the same energy we had at the start. You don’t have to wonder if everything will turn out okay. You already know it will.
Are you ready to conquer your wedding?
Adventure awaits—full of twists and turns and unknown paths—so grab your guidebook and let’s set out on our journey.
Start of the journey
It all starts with a few lines on the form: your project, your goals, and what brought you here. I’ll get back to you within 48 hours via email, along with a text message. Then we’ll meet up for a coffee or connect online, no matter where you are in the world.
We’ll get to know each other, talk about what you’d like to experience, and discuss the places that appeal to you. From there, we’ll work together to sketch out a rough plan: the country, the region, the specific location. A roadmap begins to take shape.
I’m offering my expertise to help turn this rough idea into a concrete plan: a mood board to set the tone, suggestions for finding vendors (officiant, florist, lodging), and ideas for activities to make your elopement true adventure—not just a ceremony. While I’m not a wedding planner, I’ve explored enough trails and villages to know where to look.
A few days before your elopement, we’ll go over the plan together so that on the big day, you’ll be relaxed and ready to enjoy the moment. That way, you’ll have only one thing on your mind: enjoying the moment.
The Big Day
On the big day, the day is yours to enjoy. No minute-by-minute schedule, no rigid routine. We had made plans, but the rain had other ideas: we take shelter, wait for the shower to pass, and order something hot to eat. The unexpected is all part of the journey.
The preparations, a "first look" that belongs only to the two of you, your vows exchanged against the vast backdrop, and your couple photos taken in the heart of the landscape you’ve chosen: each moment unfolds at its own pace, without anyone rushing you.
There’s something special about an elopement you’re not being watched by a hundred people, but by just one person you’ve chosen. That’s my role on that day—to be fully present, with enough distance to capture what’s happening between you, and enough presence to make you feel supported, but never watched.
Sometimes in the background, invisible, waiting for that spontaneous moment. Sometimes active, when the light changes and you have to seize the moment before it’s gone. And in between, a quiet certainty: you are exactly where you need to be.
What happens next?
Your photos are on their way—but they’re not coming alone. Gallery delivery is a ritual I’ve created to help you relive your day in all its intensity. The moments you missed, the ones you’d forgotten, the emotions that come flooding back without warning.
Because your photos deserve better than a hard drive at the bottom of a backpack, I’ll help you find the perfect home for them. The travel journal album, designed like a traveling artist’s sketchbook—raw yet elegant—is meant to tell the story of an adventure rather than a formal occasion.
The rest is up to you. Your honeymoon awaits, and with it, the chance for a portrait shoot atop the Dolomites, on a catamaran in Greece, or wherever your adventure takes you. And if our paths cross again—whether on a trip, a stopover, or a new destination—I’d be delighted to meet you there.
Because being your photographer is more than just a service. It’s a lasting connection, stories shared, and moments celebrated with joy all around the world.
My Promise
If the thought of getting your dress dirty or ruining your shoes on a trail keeps you up at night, we’re probably not on the same page.
On the other hand, if you’re looking for someone who can turn a rainstorm into dramatic lighting, an unexpected detour into stunning photos, and who puts as much energy and creativity into your day as you did into deciding to experience it differently—we’ll get along just fine.
Welcome, the adventure begins here.
Fearless, cinematic, and wildly romantic
What are we waiting for?
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Provence is my home base, Europe is my favorite playground, and beyond that if your project calls for it.
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And not only! After living abroad and in Germany for a few years, I'm trilingual in French, English, and German.
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Two packages to get you started, starting at €2,500. For projects that go beyond the ordinary, we’ll work together to create something unique.
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For couples who would like a video keepsake, I work with a trusted videographer who will accompany me so that nothing is missed.
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Once elopement the location for your elopement , I’ll take care of arranging my own travel. We’ll discuss the costs together in advance, so there won’t be any surprises.
Love notes
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Lucy & Chris
Cécile was amazing from start to finish. She was very flexible and offered us some wonderful ideas for our wedding in Norway. Her passion is immediately apparent, and her love for photography and the art of capturing love shines through in the care she puts into her work before, during, and after the wedding! The photo album we received after the wedding was beautiful, I’d never seen anything like it and we love all our photos. We also requested a video, which is a lovely keepsake for us.
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Clarissa & Christian
It was the best experience we could have hoped for with our wedding photos in Norway. She was both professional and friendly. She gave us great advice and suggested some fantastic ideas that resulted in photos far better than we could have imagined. We couldn’t have asked for anything better—it was absolutely perfect. Thank you.
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Sandra & Ronja
Cécile has this wonderful talent for capturing moving moments just as we experience them ourselves, and that’s priceless. I’ve never found that in other photographers.
Cécile captured my partner and me so beautifully that I’m amazed every time I look at the photos. And it’s precisely during these important moments in life that a great deal of sensitivity is needed; we put our complete trust in her, and it turned out to be the right choice!
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Nadine & Stephan
The photos are beautiful!
A huge, huge thank you for your incredible work!
We were thrilled that you were there with us on our wedding day. You showed us that wedding photos don’t have to be all about posed shots. With an eye for detail, they can also capture beautiful, natural moments.
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Brudepikene
Cécile did a remarkable job as a wedding photographer. We recommend her to anyone looking for a flexible, warm, and talented photographer.
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Stefanie Lahm
As a wedding planner, I meet a lot of photographers— Cécile one of those I highly recommend. She exudes a positive calm, is brimming with creative ideas, and the couple felt completely at ease. We were all thrilled with the results.
Stefanie
Wedding Planner
The LUXURY Art of Celebrating
Loved by my couples, recognized by the industry
So, shall we meet ?
