Is this you?
You dream of saying your vows with mountains and lakes all around you.
You want a small celebration, or just the two of you.
You feel a little awkward in photos and would love gentle guidance.
You want a photographer from home you can meet before you fly.
The intimate and unguarded
Transparent pricing, no hidden fees
I fly to Queenstown and photograph your wedding personally, with no travel fees to add, so you know exactly who's capturing your story.
With every photo package. Film photographs alongside your digital gallery, with all the depth and texture only film can give.
Want your day on film too? Add video to any package for a cinematic film of your day, alongside your photographs.
Then your hand-edited gallery, so you can relive your day through beautifully crafted, timeless photographs.
A note from Ellie
As a child I loved to paint, and gifting someone my latest masterpiece was my way of connecting with the world. These days photography is my art, and documenting the connection between two people is what I love most.
I spent fifteen years and more than 500 weddings in New Zealand before moving to Sydney, so Queenstown feels like home. I know its light, its locations and its local suppliers. What hasn't changed is why I do this. Having my boys showed me how quickly time rushes by, and how much I treasure the photos that let me feel those moments again.
That is my hope for you too. On your day I'll be beside you as your photographer and trusted confidante, so you can be fully present while I capture the look, the touch and the tender smile you might otherwise miss.
When you book me, you book my eye, my experience and my approach. I personally photograph every wedding, and you'll have unlimited support from me before the day, from vendor recommendations to your timeline.
I'd love to hear all about your plans.
Ellie xx
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Why couples choose Ellie
No random photographer on the day. You know exactly who is capturing your story.
Gentle guidance and direction for editorial images that still feel natural.
Fifteen years and more than 500 weddings in New Zealand, now based in Sydney.
Couples consistently say how comfortable Ellie made them feel.
An editorial eye, recognised by the publications that set the standard.
A fully insured business, every image backed up, and a trusted network of wedding suppliers.
Investment
Every package is tailored to each couple. Photography packages start from $4,900, with flights and travel to Queenstown included.
Coverage tailored to your day
Starting from
Plus 35mm film. Want video too? Add a videographer to any package
Our journey together
01Once you enquire, I'll organise a complimentary, no-obligation consultation, in person in Sydney or by video call. Tell me everything and ask me anything.
02Once we’ve met and you’d like to go ahead, I’ll send you the booking forms. A 30% deposit secures your date.
03From my favourite Queenstown locations and local suppliers to timeline guidance, I'm here to support you every step of the way, at no extra cost.
04Be fully present while I capture your story. Sneak peeks arrive within 72 hours, then your full gallery, so grab a bottle of wine and some tissues.
Limited spots remaining
“Best decision we made was to have Ellie as our photographer.”Megan & Guy
Next: your venue, date and a little about your day.
Ellie will be in touch within 48 hours, or you can email hello@elliekia.com.
Based in Sydney, Australia. I spent fifteen years photographing weddings in New Zealand, so Queenstown feels like home.
Yes. My flights and travel to Queenstown are included in your package, so there's nothing extra to add for getting me there.
This offer is for Queenstown weddings and elopements in 2027 and 2028. I take a limited number of bookings each year, so I recommend reaching out as soon as you can to secure your date.
Your wedding photographed personally by me, flights and travel to Queenstown, sneak peeks within 72 hours, a hand-edited gallery and unlimited pre-wedding support. For 2027 and 2028 weddings, 35mm film is included with every photo package, and you can add a videographer to any package.
Photography packages start from $4,900, with flights and travel included, coverage tailored to the most important parts of your day and 35mm film. You can also add a videographer to your package for a film of your day. Pricing is transparent with no hidden fees. Send your date through the form above and I'll share my full pricing guide.
Yes, I do, whether it's just the two of you or a small group of your closest people, and I'd be absolutely honoured to capture it.
Of course. We can meet in person in Sydney, or by video call wherever you are in Australia, so you know me well before we're in Queenstown together.
Of course! During your complimentary, no-obligation consultation, I'll guide you through all the options, including a cinematic wedding film, a second photographer and a fine art album, and recommend the best package for your vision.
While there's no pressure whatsoever, I only take a limited number of weddings each year to ensure the best experience for my couples. To confirm my availability for your date, please get in touch as soon as you can.
Thank you so much, sweetheart! Fill out the form above to confirm my availability, and I'll guide you through the next steps. I can't wait to meet you two!
