5 DAYS IN 

We're gathering a sacred circle of 8 photographers for a 5-day transformative journey through New Zealand's landscapes. Date - TBA . 2026

 Click here to join the wait list 

NewZealand

           

This goes so much deeper than beautiful images in breathtaking places.
                                                               

This week is about coming home to your authentic creative self.

After the TRANSCENDING Year That 

Changed Everything 

Our Byron Bay retreat in August 2025, was absolutely jam-packed over three days, so in 2026 we're taking a different approach. Something a little slower, more intentional.

Join us in stunning Tasmanian landscapes for a five-day immersive photographers' retreat, designed to elevate your craft and business. This week is dedicated to reconnecting with your creative spark, building your portfolio, and growing alongside photographers who truly get you.

Featuring internationally renowned photographers and educators like Jai Long, Kelly Balch, Graeme Passmore, and your host, Carissa from Elk & Fir, this retreat is a game-changer for adventure elopement photographers ready to push their creative boundaries.

Instead, we slow down, soak in where we are, and create meaningful work together. Day by day.

This experience is more than just a workshop—it's a sacred space where authentic storytelling meets hands-on learning. Expect transformative education on ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT photography, editorial and styled shoots, content creation with Vanessa Hall, Reel Social Weddings, marketing, and LGBTQ+ inclusive storytelling that elevates your business.

We're proud to welcome Dancing With Her to the retreat, further celebrating inclusivity and diverse love stories.

We honour natural rhythms. No rushing, No forced timelines.

This retreat is specifically
designed for                         


photographers who
are looking to
unleash their
spirit and vibe for elopement adventures!

                        


fiercely creative

Based in Brisbane and travel anywhere your love takes you

seeking to restore the artist in you?

and you want something that goes beyond the surface

This journey manifested for photographers ready to transform

click here to join the wait list

 stuck?

You've been so busy serving everyone else's vision, you can barely remember your own.

You're craving work that sets your soul on fire. Purpose that aligns with your truth. Connection to the passion that started it all.

This experience will resonate with 8 kindred spirits who feel the pull. It's not about being chosen—it's about choosing yourself. If this feels right, honour that.

feeling a bit, 

Hey there!  

I'm Carissa 

To trust your deepest knowing. To honor the dreams that keep calling your name. To embrace the places and goals your soul craves. Because sometimes we need to hear it: Yes, you're allowed to want everything your heart desires. Yes, putting yourself first isn't selfish—it's sacred. And yes, you are destined for far more than you've dared to imagine.

Years of watching others chase their travel dreams while mine stayed safely tucked away. I believed adventure photography was for the 'chosen ones.' Spoiler alert: we choose ourselves.
I stopped waiting for someone else to say 'go.' Now I'm saying it to you.
You've been visualising yourself shooting in breathtaking places like this. But overthinking and fear have been louder than your calling.
Your Manifestor moment is here. Stop waiting. Start manifesting

and this is me seeing what you can't see yet.

If you're feeling drawn to destination photography, eventually the yearning becomes too strong to ignore… and you answer the call.

click here to join the wait list now! Only 8 spots.

NO STORY IS

One

AND THE SAME.

Yours

WILL

BE FINESSED

To

CELEBRATE YOUR

LOVE

&

YOUR

Destiny.

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