Small Wedding & Elopement Photography

Kāpiti Coast & Palmerston North

Your wedding doesn't have to last all day to deserve beautiful photographs.

Maybe you're getting married at the beach with your favourite people. Maybe it's a registry ceremony, a small gathering in the garden, or a simple wedding followed by lunch with family.

No massive production. No twelve-hour timeline. Just the two of you, the people who matter, and a day that feels like yours.

You still deserve photographs that bring it all back.

I'm Kristy, the photographer behind Wildstyler Wedding Photography, based in Levin and photographing weddings throughout Horowhenua, the Kāpiti Coast and Palmerston North.

I photograph the moments as they happen. The nervous laughter, the little glances, the happy tears, the family hugs and all those things you might not notice until you see your photographs afterwards.

Calm, candid wedding photography, with room for you to simply be yourselves.

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Small wedding. Big feelings. All the good stuff.

Not everyone wants a full-day wedding package. And not everyone needs one.

If you're planning an intimate wedding, elopement or shorter celebration, we can focus on the parts of your day that matter most.

Depending on your plans, that might include:

  • Your ceremony and the moments immediately before and after it.
  • Family photographs with the people who came to celebrate with you.
  • Natural couple portraits without hours of posing.
  • The hugs, happy chaos and little in-between moments.
  • A few photographs of your celebration before everyone settles in to eat.

We'll work out how much coverage makes sense for your day, rather than squeezing your wedding into a package that doesn't fit.

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Wedding photography on the Kāpiti Coast and in Palmerston North

Based in Levin, I'm well placed for weddings across the Kāpiti Coast, Palmerston North and the wider Horowhenua and Manawatū region.

Whether you're exchanging vows beside the sea, getting married at a local venue, celebrating at home or keeping things wonderfully simple, get in touch and tell me what you're planning.

I'll help you work out the coverage you need.

You don't need to know how to pose.

You don't need to be models. You don't need to perform for the camera. And you certainly don't need to spend your wedding day worrying about what to do with your hands.

I'll offer gentle direction when you need it and give you space when you don't.

My approach is natural, candid and people-focused. I want your photographs to feel like memories, not a collection of poses you had to get through.

Beautiful photographs, with a little edge and a lot of feeling.

Short wedding photography packages

Whether you need two hours to capture your ceremony and portraits or a little longer to include your celebrations, we'll find the right fit.

Tell me your date, location, approximate guest numbers and what you'd love photographed. I'll help you work out a suitable coverage option and provide a quote.

Planning a small wedding?

If you're getting married on the Kāpiti Coast, in Palmerston North, or somewhere around Levin and Horowhenua, I'd love to hear about it.

You don't need a Pinterest-perfect plan or a big production. Just tell me a little about the two of you and what your day will look like.

Wildstyler Wedding Photography
Levin · Kāpiti Coast · Palmerston North · Horowhenua · Manawatū

  • Do you photograph 2-hour weddings?

    Yes. I offer 2-hour coverage for elopements and small weddings. We'll discuss your ceremony, portraits, family photographs and priorities to make best use of the time.

  • Do you photograph small weddings on the Kapiti Coast?

    Yes. I am based in Levin and photograph weddings across the Kapiti Coast and surrounding areas. Tell me your location and date so we can work out the details.

  • Do you travel to Palmerston North for weddings?

    Yes. Palmerston North and the wider Manawatu region are within my wedding photography service area. Travel charges may apply depending on the location and package.

  • How much does small wedding photography cost?

    Pricing depends on the package you choose. I offer 2-hour, 4-hour and longer wedding photography options. See my wedding photography packages or get in touch for a quote.

  • Can we book you for just the ceremony and family photos?

    Absolutely! Tell me what matters most to you, and we'll work out a suitable coverage plan.

  • How far in advance should we book our wedding photographer?

    If you have a date in mind, it's worth getting in touch as early as possible, particularly for popular wedding dates and weekends. However small weddings and elopements can sometimes come together at short notice, so don't assume it's too late to ask. Get in touch with your date and location, and I'll let you know if I'm available.

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