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Your love and commitment deserve to be the centre of attention on your wedding day. This day marks the entry to the rest of your lives together, so make it memorable, make it extraordinary, make it an adventure. Make it reflect the two of you and everything you ever wanted.
This day should be a story you’ll tell future generations. I will take the photos that tell that story in a genuine way. Because those photos are memories of the moments. And I’ll make sure that your experience comes first, always.
personal elopement experiences that put the focus where it belongs – on your love and connection
For the ones who know that the intimacy they want for their wedding vows won’t be possible in front of a crowd. For the adventurers. The ones who like to take the scenic route and love road trips. The ones who value experiences over stuff and know that time is the most precious thing we have.
The ones who love the north like I do.
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And the memories of moments. To me as a photographer, your experience of a shoot is so much more important than a photo. Instead of creating that perfect Instagram shot in front of that epic mountain and posing for manufactured feelings, I want you to be yourselves, focus on the experience, the moments, the memories in the making.
We can still climb that mountain together or find a spot by the lake. But they aren’t backdrops for a photo, they are the settings to your story. So, I promise that we won’t do anything just for a photo. We will do it for the experience.
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Hello! I’m Jaakko—a husband, father, orienteer, trail runner, and two-time winner of Junebug Best of the Best wedding collection who calls the Nordic countries home.
My heart lies in crafting elopement experiences that let you be truly present with each other, far from the noise and distractions of everyday life.
Whether it’s exchanging vows on a secluded mountaintop or finding hidden trails for an intimate moment, I believe that the best photos come from genuine connection and authenticity.
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On the day itself, I'm creating a space where you can be your true selves—vulnerable, real, and fully present with one another. I'll guide you through winding roads if needed, and quietly document each raw, unguarded moment. Because at the end of the day, it’s your experience that matters most.
With a decade of storytelling, two Junebug Best of the Best awards, and an orienteering background, I’ll guide you to hidden gems and handle everything from timelines to vendor recommendations—blending creativity, expert location scouting, and logistical know-how into one seamless experience.
I’m not there just for pictures—I’m there because what you feel truly matters. We’ll talk about what makes you both come alive, ensuring your day reflects your personalities and the love you share. Then you can choose one of my elopement locations or we can tailor it just for you.
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Jaakko
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