August & Vine – Wedding Photography and Elopement Company
For those who love to take their own path.
August & Vine is an elopement company based in the Wairarapa, New Zealand. As a wedding photographer, my work is grounded in a deep respect for people, connection and the stories that shape us. I believe every couple deserves an experience that feels personal, welcoming and thoughtfully crafted from the very beginning. Photography, for me, is not just about images. It is about honouring the way two people move through the world together and creating a space where they can celebrate their love with complete freedom.
My all-inclusive elopements are designed for couples who want something meaningful and immersive. New Zealand’s landscapes are at the heart of these experiences. From wild coastlines to quiet vineyards, to mountain ridges that feel like the edge of the world, every elopement is connected to a sense of place. I help each couple choose an environment that reflects who they are, then build a day around intention, comfort and ease. Nothing is rushed, nothing is forced. It is about presence, emotion and the beauty of sharing a moment that feels entirely yours.
Inclusivity sits at the foundation of everything I do. Every body, every background and every expression of love is welcome here. My role is to guide with care, support my couples wholeheartedly and document their connection with honesty and artistry. For couples dreaming of an elevated, bespoke and all-inclusive elopement in New Zealand, August & Vine offers a luxurious, grounded and deeply human way to begin the next chapter of your story together.
Based in
New Zealand
Works with couples
Worldwide
Average Spend on all-inclusive Elopement Packages
$7000
Wedding Photography
from $4000
Love is universal, and every couple deserves the freedom to celebrate their connection without discrimination or barriers of any kind. As the photographer and elopement planner behind August & Vine, I am committed to honouring all lovers with respect, dignity and genuine understanding. I work inclusively of all bodies, sexualities, race, backgrounds and gender identities, and I celebrate the intersections that make each person beautifully unique.
I was raised to value every life, and that belief sits at the centre of my work. The reason I photograph weddings and elopements is simple – love is why we are here! So capturing it, in all its forms, matters deeply to me.
With every couple I meet, my promise is the same: you will be welcomed, affirmed and photographed with care and love. Your story is worthy. Your love is worthy. And it will be celebrated exactly as it is, wholeheartedly and without exception.
Based in
New Zealand
Works with couples
Worldwide
Average Spend on all-inclusive Elopement Packages
$7000
Wedding Photography
from $4000
Love is universal, and every couple deserves the freedom to celebrate their connection without discrimination or barriers of any kind. As the photographer and elopement planner behind August & Vine, I am committed to honouring all lovers with respect, dignity and genuine understanding. I work inclusively of all bodies, sexualities, race, backgrounds and gender identities, and I celebrate the intersections that make each person beautifully unique.
I was raised to value every life, and that belief sits at the centre of my work. The reason I photograph weddings and elopements is simple – love is why we are here! So capturing it, in all its forms, matters deeply to me.
With every couple I meet, my promise is the same: you will be welcomed, affirmed and photographed with care and love. Your story is worthy. Your love is worthy. And it will be celebrated exactly as it is, wholeheartedly and without exception.
What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve ever done?
Travel! It’s always an adventure. I love experiencing new cultures, food, art, history, people, language, all of it. Although mostly accidental, adventures have included jumping from a moving train in Sweden, being held at gunpoint in the jungle in Panama, and moving to Las Vegas.
How do you personalize a wedding experience for each couple?
It always begins with listening. Truly understanding a couple’s love story, their personalities, likes and dislikes and what they dream of, helps me shape an experience that feels genuinely theirs.
Because my work is so grounded in landscape and atmosphere, I help my couples choose a setting that speaks to who they are. I then weave in personal touches based on everything I’ve learned about them.
Openness and trust are at the centre of this process. When couples feel comfortable sharing what matters most, I can use my varied background and experience to bring their vision to life with intention and care. Every celebration becomes a reflection of their relationship, not a template.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
‘Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.’ Oscar Wilde
