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Masaaki & Yuka | Queenstown Elopement Wedding Photography

A Queenstown Elopement to Remember

Let me tell you, watching Masaaki and Yuka during their Queenstown elopement was something else. These two are totally in sync, no question about it. Having tied the knot just under a year ago, their bond was obvious throughout the whole day. As they exchanged vows with Philippa Thomas officiating, you could just feel the personal touch they brought to the ceremony. Yuka, rocking a short, natural hairstyle, looked amazing as her look blended perfectly with the stunning Queenstown backdrop. And Masaaki? He had this calm, collected vibe the whole time. They’re both super creative—he’s a photographer, she’s in design—and that showed in everything they did, from their choice of orange blossom flowers by Steph to the laid-back, yet meaningful ceremony. You could just tell they were in their element, totally themselves.

Queenstown Wedding Photography by Nomad Weddings

But honestly, the suppliers played a huge role in pulling off this picture-perfect day. From Yanisa’s killer job on Yuka’s hair and makeup to the flawless dress from TIG DRESS, everyone brought their A-game. It all just flowed together so smoothly. Steph’s flowers weren’t just a backdrop; they were part of the story. And as the photographer, I knew exactly what to do to in these moments. Even the Sudima Queenstown suite played its part, giving the perfect place to prep and relax before and after. All in all, the team really brought Masaaki and Yuka’s vision to life. You could see how important it was to have people who understood the vibe they wanted, and they absolutely nailed it.

Getting Ready with Yanisa

Ceremony at Deer Park heights

Shoot at Lake Johnson

Shoot at Kelvin Heights

Queenstown Wedding Planners

At Nomad Weddings Queenstown, we offer full service Elopement Packages inclusive of celebrants, bridal makeup, seasonal flowers, photography and video. For more info on our packages, please click this link to our packages.