Gabe McClintock is a Canadian photographer based in Calgary, Alberta, who captured a series of stunning wedding photography in Iceland. Commissioned by Sarah and Josh, who were originally planning a small ceremony with family and friends in Ohio, Gabe McClintock instead shot them against a dramatic backdrop of natural landscape made all the more interesting for a dark and stormy sky.
Iceland is known for its otherworldly landscape, so it is not surprising that Gabe McClintock had a lot to work with for the photoshoot. As for the decision to elope, the bride shares, "Yes, our friends are incredible and have played important parts in our lives…but ultimately the wedding was ours to have and hold in our hearts. We decided that if we were going to be spending money on a wedding, we wanted to spend it on a memory for us."
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Destination Weddings
- Opportunity for wedding photographers to capture unique and breathtaking locations for couples who choose to elope.
- Nature-inspired Photography
- Photographers can leverage natural landscapes and weather conditions to create dramatic and striking images.
- Personalized Weddings
- Couples are moving away from traditional ceremonies and opting for intimate and meaningful celebrations that reflect their values and desires.
Sectors Adopting This
- Wedding Photography
- Photographers can offer destination wedding packages and specialize in capturing elopements.
- Tourism and Travel
- Destination wedding locations can benefit from the increase in couples choosing to elope.
- Event Planning
- Wedding planners can create personalized and non-traditional experiences for couples who want unique celebrations.
