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Destination Love Stories, Beautifully Preserved
Destination wedding photographer based in Australia, documenting romantic love stories across France, Europe and worldwide. With a refined, relaxed and storytelling-led approach, Dawn & Vale captures genuine connection, beautiful details and the atmosphere of your day.
Digital + 35mm film photography.
Behind The lens
Hi, I’m Chantelle
I’m an Australian destination wedding photographer, capturing weddings, elopements and celebrations across Australia and internationally.
From intimate European celebrations to multi-day destination weddings, I create timeless, romantic imagery that reflects not only how your wedding looked, but how it truly felt.
Having photographed weddings both at home in Australia and abroad in France, I understand that destination weddings are about so much more than the wedding day itself. It’s the anticipation, the place, the people who have travelled across the world to be with you, and all of the beautiful moments that unfold along the way.
My approach to destination wedding photography blends candid storytelling with a refined, editorial feel. I’m drawn to beautiful light, genuine connection and the fleeting in-between moments, while gently guiding when needed so your photographs feel effortless, elegant and deeply personal.
Whether you’re planning a romantic wedding in France or Europe, an intimate celebration somewhere further abroad, or a destination wedding here in Australia, I’ll document your story with a calm and considered approach, preserving the atmosphere, emotion and experience of your celebration for generations to come.
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Do you photograph weddings in france, europe and worldwide ?
Absolutely. I photograph destination weddings throughout France, Europe and Australia.
Having photographed a wedding and couples in France, including Paris and the Dordogne region, I understand the additional planning that comes with photographing a celebration abroad. From intimate European elopements to multi-day destination weddings, my approach remains relaxed, considered and focused on documenting the atmosphere, connection and moments that make your celebration uniquely yours.
If you're planning a wedding in France, Italy, Greece or elsewhere in Europe, I would love to hear more about what you're creating.
Does your package include travel expenses ?
All destination wedding photography packages are individually tailored, with all required travel costs included in your quote. This means there are no unexpected travel fees added later, giving you a clear understanding of your investment from the beginning.
Whether your celebration takes place in France, Europe or further abroad, your personalised proposal will outline everything required for me to be there to document your wedding.
Do you offer Multi Day Packages ?
Yes. Multi-day wedding photography is available for destination celebrations, allowing your story to be documented beyond the wedding day itself.
Coverage can include welcome dinners, pre-wedding celebrations, the wedding day, recovery brunches or other events you have planned with your closest family and friends.
Every destination wedding is unique, so multi-day coverage is tailored to your celebration and quoted following a consultation. Together, we’ll create a photography collection that reflects your plans, location and the moments you want preserved.
How Far in advance do we need to book ?
For destination weddings, I recommend booking at least 12 months in advance, particularly for popular dates and peak wedding seasons. This allows plenty of time to plan travel, accommodation and the finer details of your photography coverage.
If your wedding is less than 12 months away, I’d still love to hear from you. Availability varies throughout the year, and I may still be available for your destination.
Whether or not you have a wedding coordinator, we’ve got you covered! We’ll work with you to align your timeline so you can get the most out of your photography package and make sure we capture all the fun before we wrap up. We’ll be there to make sure those key moments happen and your day is filled with memories you'll cherish forever!
How long to receive my images ?
We love keeping the excitement going! You’ll receive a sneak peek of around 15-20 images in your online gallery within 24 hours. Your full gallery will be ready in 4-6 weeks, packed with all the beautiful moments from your day.
When would you arrive in the country before shooting my wedding ?
For international destination weddings, I plan to arrive at least 3 days before your wedding day. This allows time for any unexpected travel delays, adjusting to the local time zone and becoming familiar with the location before your celebration begins.
For multi-day weddings, arrival will be planned around your first scheduled event, ensuring I’m there and ready to document your celebration from the very beginning.
Can you help us plan our destination wedding photography timeline ?
Absolutely. Your wedding planner will usually create the overall timeline for your celebration, and I work closely alongside them to ensure the photography flows beautifully within your day.
I’ll provide guidance on the time needed for each part of your photographic coverage, from getting ready and portraits through to the ceremony, family photographs and reception. I can also offer suggestions around light, locations and timing to help create the best possible photographic opportunities.
Together with your wedding planner, we’ll create a photography timeline that feels considered and relaxed, with enough time to capture everything beautifully without your day feeling rushed or overly structured.
do you offer 35mm film for destination weddings
Yes. I bring 35mm film with me for international and destination weddings and love incorporating the beautiful, nostalgic quality of film throughout the day.
For international celebrations, however, my primary focus remains digital photography to ensure your most important moments are captured and safely preserved. Film is a beautiful addition to your gallery, but due to the nature of travelling with and processing film, there are variables that can be outside of our control.
I therefore photograph your wedding comprehensively on digital, while using 35mm film as an additional creative layer throughout the celebration. This allows you to enjoy the timeless character of film without relying on it for irreplaceable moments.
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