31st August 2024Katilyn & Max
Aesthete Team – Max & Ava
Package & Extras – The Intimate Collection with Content Creation
Edit Style – Moody
Round Hill Retreat
On a magical August day, Katilyn and Max chose to celebrate their love through an intimate elopement nestled in the breathtaking Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Their private ceremony unfolded at the stunning Round Hill Retreat in Obi Obi, a secluded cabin set on 30 acres adjacent to Mapleton National Park.
“We can’t express how grateful we are for Max and team at Aesthete. They are truly amazing at what they do and we couldn’t be happier with the result. He took the time to get to know us and our style, asked plenty of questions and listened to our thoughts. We provided a pretty detailed mood-board of shots and they absolutely nailed every single one. You only get one shot at shooting your wedding day… so make sure you choose Aesthete.”
A Private Celebration:
The couple’s celebration embodied a sense of tranquility and connection, exchanging vows surrounded by rolling hills, lush landscapes, and the natural beauty of the Obi Obi region.
Their wedding day was characterised by a relaxed atmosphere, making it the perfect and unique environment for us, Aesthete Film and Photography to capture candid and raw memories.
The couple made the decision to choose our Intimate Collection with the additional Content Creation and 35mm add on. Although, the celebration only consisted of Kaitlyn and Max, the end result was nothing but massive.
Why Elope?:
For Katilyn and Max, eloping was a deeply personal choice that reflected their unique relationship and desire for an authentic, intimate celebration. Modern elopements have evolved far beyond the traditional notion of a secretive courthouse wedding. Instead, they represent a deliberate, meaningful approach to marriage that prioritises the couple’s connection over traditional wedding expectations. By choosing to elope, they created a day entirely about their love, free from the pressures of large guest lists and extensive planning.
Unfiltered Moments:
Even in an intimate elopement, professional photography serves a crucial purpose. These images are not just documentation, but a preservation of memories, emotions, and the breathtaking landscape that witnessed their commitment. For Katilyn and Max, their photographs and documentry will become a cherished narrative – a visual story that captures the raw, unfiltered moments of their wedding day. Professional photographers bring an artistic eye, technical expertise, and the ability to immortalise fleeting moments of joy, tenderness, and connection that might otherwise be lost.
35mm Film:
As part of their elopement experience, Kaitlyn and Max opted for the 35mm add-on, bringing a timeless and nostalgic touch to their special day. The soft, grainy texture of film beautifully captured the raw emotion and candid moments, adding an artistic and vintage feel to their wedding memories. From stolen glances to laughter-filled embraces, the film provided a unique, cinematic perspective, ensuring their love story was documented in a way that felt both authentic and enduring.
A Location that Mirrors:
Round Hill Retreat became the perfect metaphor for Katilyn and Max’s love story – intimate, beautifully hidden, and profoundly connected to the landscape. Just as the retreat embodies a vision of creating a space that allows couples to slow down and reconnect, their elopement mirrored the property’s ethos of meaningful connection. The sweeping views of rolling paddocks and bushland served as a natural backdrop that reflected their relationship – uninterrupted, breathtaking, and wonderfully secluded.
Authenticity and Freedom:
Elopements offer profound intimacy benefits, allowing couples to create a deeply personal experience focused entirely on their emotional connection. By exchanging vows in a private setting, couples can share authentic moments free from performance anxiety and external distractions, fostering a deeper bond. The freedom to design a celebration that truly reflects their relationship enables them to make intentional choices that enhance their connection, while the absence of large guest lists and societal pressures reduces stress and creates a serene environment.
In Conclusion:
At Aesthete Film and Photography, we were delighted to be apart of the couple’s private celebrations.
Katilyn and Max’s elopement at Round Hill Retreat was a beautiful testament to the power of intimate celebrations. With the Intimate Collection providing a seamless and heartfelt experience, and Content Creation ensuring every special moment was preserved, their day was both effortlessly elegant and deeply personal. Set against the retreat’s stunning backdrop, their elopement perfectly captured the essence of their love—proving that a smaller celebration can be just as meaningful and memorable as a grand affair.
Contact us to discuss how we can turn your large celebrations or your intimate ceremony, into a day you can always look back on.