Switzerland Elopement Photographer & Experience Creator
For the souls who come alive where the air is thin and the laughter echoes through the peaks.
Elopements, portraits & adventure experiences — crafted with heart, laughter, and just the right dose of Swiss mountain magic.
You Deserve an Experience You’ll Never Forget.
Because one day, you won’t remember the pose
— you’ll remember the goosebumps.
The wind, the laughter, the calm between heartbeats — those fleeting seconds that remind you you’re exactly where you’re meant to be.
Those are the moments I capture — real, unfiltered, alive.
I’m Maaike — half-Swiss, half-Dutch, full-time adventure buddy, and professional emotion collector.
I don’t do cookie-cutter photoshoots. I help you live the story you’ll want to tell forever
— raw, joyful, and wildly you.
Whether it’s a mountaintop elopement, a laughter-filled hike with your favorite person, or a solo adventure that feels like therapy — I’ll plan, guide, and capture it all.
Basically: less posing, more goosebumps.
You’re Here Because You Crave Freedom — Not Formality.
Let’s be honest: you’re not here for stiff poses or Pinterest-perfect smiles. You’re here for connection. For laughter that echoes. For memories that still make your heart race years from now.
You value:
Freedom — to do life your way.
Authenticity — real moments over polished perfection.
Simplicity — less chaos, more calm.
Experience — because the story matters more than the shot.
If you’re nodding, you’ve found your place.
Because the only thing worse than a bad photo… is not having the one that brings it all rushing back.
Your Story, Your Way
Every adventure deserves its own kind of magic.
Elopements for the Wildly Untraditional
Because love this real deserves more than a ballroom.
You want to elope — because the thought of a big wedding gives you hives. You’d rather trade chandeliers for mountain light, and noise for stillness. Whether it’s sunrise vows on a mountain ridge near Lake Léman, a helicopter drop onto a glacier near Zermatt, or a private fondue in a rustic hut above Grindelwald, I’ll help you create a day that feels like you.
I’ll handle the details, you bring the laughter — and together, we’ll craft something unforgettable.
Ready for your Switzerland Elopement?
NATURE PORTRAIT SESSIONS
For souls who want to remember what freedom feels like.
Whether you’re traveling solo, exploring with your favorite human, or making memories with family — these sessions capture your real connection with nature (and each other).
From soft light by a mountain lake to golden fields in Lavaux or misty forest trails near Montreux, I’ll guide you to spots that feel calm, wild, and completely you.
Because you don’t need a big adventure to feel something extraordinary.
BESPOKE ADVENTURE SESSIONS
For dreamers who crave stories worth retelling.
These sessions are built for those who hear “let’s go” and already have their hiking boots on.
Maybe it’s a secret proposal on a hidden ridge, a post-wedding glacier adventure, or a sunrise hike that ends with coffee above the clouds — I’ll help plan every detail so you can focus on the feeling.
Big or small, it’s your adventure — I’m just here to make sure it’s unforgettable (and beautifully documented).
Proof I’m the right mix of pro & mountain nerd
Years capturing laughter, chaos & love
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— sometimes all at once
Trails explored
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Yes, I’ve seen the best light — and eaten snacks on all of them.
Golden hours chased
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Still not over that glow.
Real laughs caught
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Basically a professional third wheel with hiking boots.
How Your Adventure Becomes Reality
Because epic days don’t plan themselves — but I do.
Step 1 – Dream Big:
We hop on a video chat, toss ideas around, and shape your “one day” into something real.
Step 2 – Plan smart:
I send personalized location options, timelines, and secret spots — plus backups for when Swiss weather decides to be dramatic.
Step 3 – Live the Magic:
You show up. You laugh. You feel it all. I capture every wild, quiet, breathtaking second so you can relive it forever.
Simple. Intentional. Unforgettable.
Meet the Human Behind the Lens
Hey, I’m Maaike — your adventure buddy, emotion collector, and expert at turning chaos into calm (and bad weather into golden light).
My husband and I skipped the big wedding too — 10/10 recommend !
With 20 years behind the camera + 15 in event planning, I know how to keep things smooth, fun, and beautifully real. Fluent in French + English, Leave No Trace Certified, and yes — I travel with chocolate snacks.
I’ll be your calm, your guide, and the friend hanging off a ridge (with frozen fingers) to get the shot that gives you goosebumps.
Because These Moments Don’t Wait.
Someday you’ll look back and say,
“Remember that light on the peaks — and how we couldn’t stop smiling?”
Those are the moments that matter.
And you don’t get them twice.
I only take a limited number of adventures each year so every story gets my full heart.
If your date’s open — let’s make it yours before someone else does.
Book your adventure call below
A Few Quick Answers
(Because I Know You’re Wondering…)
Nope — we can make magic a few steps from your car if needed.
Perfect — the goofier the laughs, the better the photos.
As soon as you can — mountain weather waits for no one (and neither do peak dates).
Every session is custom — you’ll get a transparent quote after our call. You can also check out the packages on this website.
Free Resources
How to elope in Switzerland: Your ultimate step-by-step guide
The ultimate Swiss Elopement packing list
Sustainable & Leave no trace certified
Proudly Practicing Leave No Trace Values – the earth is worth it
Elopement Education certified
Empowering intentional, meaningful elopements — because your love deserves more than a template.