This guide covers what an elopement photographer does in Iceland, how to choose one, photographers based in Iceland, and the private photographer tour.

What an elopement photographer does in Iceland

Many Iceland elopement photographers plan the day with the couple, suggest locations and help with timing as well as taking the photographs. Photographers list the regions they cover, and many travel across Iceland for an elopement, from the South Coast to the Highlands.

How to choose a photographer

Couples choosing a photographer usually confirm three things: that the photographer offers elopement packages in Iceland, that their own site shows a portfolio of Iceland work, and that the regions they cover match where the couple wants to elope. Photographers describe their styles in different ways, from cinematic and moody to candid and documentary.

Elopement photographers based in Iceland

The photographers below are listed because they are based in Iceland or work there regularly, state on their own website that they offer elopement packages in Iceland, and show a portfolio on their own site. The order is alphabetical, not a ranking.

Angela Lauren Photography is based in Reykjavík, offers elopement packages, and covers the Highlands, glaciers and ice caves.

Ást og Hraun is based in Reykjavík, serves all of Iceland, and offers packages from a few hours to several days.

Caroline Vabrit Photography is based in Iceland, offers packages from a few hours to two days, and photographs glaciers, ice caves and highland roads in a natural, candid style.

Chris Ray Photos describes herself as a local Iceland elopement photographer, offers custom elopements, and covers the South Coast, Landmannalaugar, Þórsmörk, the Westfjords and the Eastfjords.

ISKRA Photography is based in Reykjavík, offers elopement packages, and names Búðir, Kirkjufell, Jökulsárlón and Stokksnes among its locations.

Lia Photo Stories is based in Reykjavík, offers an all included elopement package, and works in an adventure and storytelling style.

McWhirter Elopements is based in Vík in South Iceland, offers Iceland elopement packages, and covers South and Southeast Iceland and the Highlands.

Zakas Photography is based in Reykjavík, offers elopement packages including a Highlands or glacier expedition, and covers Þórsmörk, Landmannalaugar and the West and East Fjords.

What to ask about elopement packages

Elopement packages differ between photographers in what they include, such as the hours of coverage, help with planning and locations, travel within Iceland, and how the photographs are delivered. Photographers also differ in whether they plan the route and timing for the day and whether they help with permits or landowner permission at the chosen locations.

The private elopement photographer tour

A private elopement photographer tour combines transport, a photographer and a full day at locations chosen in advance. A tour suits couples who want transport and photography in one booking; hiring a photographer directly suits couples who already have a car or a planner.

You can compare day trips from Reykjavík, including the private elopement photographer tour.

Where couples elope

Couples elope at waterfalls, glacier lagoons, mountains and remote fjords, and each photographer above lists the regions and places they cover on their own site.

For waterfalls on the South Coast, see the Skógafoss guide.

Proposals and engagement photos

Some couples book a photographer for a proposal or an engagement shoot in Iceland rather than an elopement, and the same questions about coverage and locations apply. A private proposal tour on Mount Esja near Reykjavík is one bookable option for a proposal with a photographer.

Before two people can marry in Iceland, the District Commissioner examines whether the conditions for marriage are met and issues a certificate of no impediment. Applicants without legal residence in Iceland submit a certificate of marital status from the country where their legal address is registered, and the certificate of no impediment must be delivered to the officiant before the ceremony.

For the documents and ceremony in full, see Eloping in Iceland.

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