Local Iceland Elopement Photographer
for fellow introverts, nature lovers & adventure seekers,
helping you craft the best day of your life
It’s all about the way it felt
Let Iceland be the backdrop to your love story.
An unforgettable journey that truly reflects
who you are as a couple.
Your Iceland elopement is not a photo session.
It’s a date.
A celebration.
An adventure of a life-time.
What’s holding you back from saying heck yes! to the day you actually want?
Your elopement, your rules. No chair covers or a buffet line. No distant uncle asking when you’re having kids (yikes). Just the two of you, breathtaking landscapes, and a damn good time.
Terrified of reading your vows
in front of 180 people? Fair. We would be too!
At your Iceland elopement the audience is usually just us, the wind, and the curious sheep stumbling through like a confused wedding guest.
Local Iceland elopement photographers
We’re not up-to-date on the latest wedding trends, but we know everything there is to know about Iceland.
You can count on stress-free planning, reliable vendors that won’t ghost you, several backup plans for when the local weather does its thing and anything else you might need when conjuring your dream elopement here.
We mean it when we say it: we’ve got you covered
What’s holding you back from saying heck yes! to the day you actually want?
Your elopement, your rules. No chair covers or a buffet line. No distant uncle asking when you’re having kids (yikes). Just the two of you, breathtaking landscapes, and a damn good time.
Terrified of reading your vows
in front of 180 people?
Fair. We would be too!
At your Iceland elopement the audience is usually just us, the wind, and the curious sheep stumbling through like a confused wedding guest.
Local Iceland elopement photographers
We’re not up-to-date on the latest wedding trends, but we know everything there is to know about Iceland.
You can count on stress-free planning, reliable vendors that won’t ghost you, several backup plans for when the local weather does its thing and anything else you might need when conjuring your dream elopement here.
We mean it when we say it: we’ve got you covered!
but first…
Hi.
We are
Ást og Hraun
/aust ɔːɣ r̥øyːn/ love and lava
Daria & Hjalti
Your local Iceland elopement photographers
Deeply inspired by Iceland’s desolate landscapes and intimate connection, shared between two human beings.
In love with the Westfjords, black & white and each other.
Oh, and we have a cat. Her name is Kisa
(it means “cat” in Icelandic).
What to expect from our time together
A carefree adventure.
Silly prompts and lots of laughs.
Quiet moments, shared just between the two of you.
Hidden spots you’d never stumble upon on your own.
Feeling the raw power of Icelandic nature.
Challenging weather (probably).
Forgetting you’re being photographed.
Time passing by too quickly.
Feeling seen, safe, and understood.
But don’t just take
our word for it
“If you’re even thinking about booking Daria and Hjalti for your Iceland elopement, stop thinking and just do it. This was, hands down, the best experience I’ve ever had with any service provider, in any field. What stood out most was how supported we felt the entire way. Daria and Hjalti don’t just take photos, they guide you through the experience with expert local insight, warmth, and genuine passion.
Ast og Hraun is made up of rare, truly amazing humans. If you want photos that will move you for the rest of your life, and an experience that’s easy, joyful, and deeply human, Daria and Hjalti are the ones.”
Cath & Oli
“We had a magical elopement in Iceland, and a pivotal part of our wonderful day was thanks to Daria and Hjalti. From the very beginning, they were kind, helpful, and worked with us to customize the elopement to what we wanted. They were incredible at giving us photo ideas and making us feel very comfortable. We explored favorite spots that meant so much to us, and they also introduced us to hidden gems, from driving into the mountains toward the glacier, to a cliffside waterfall, to hiking up to the top of another!! Above anything else, spending the day with them was just fun. We cannot recommend them enough!”
Adam & James
“My husband and I travelled from Canada to Iceland for our elopement in fall of 2024. It was a huge decision finding someone we could trust from such a distance. After meeting Daria and Hjalti I can confirm that they are, in fact, incredible human beings that care deeply about the services they provide for you. They travelled to our starting point and allotted for an extra day in case the weather didn’t cooperate which we ended up utilizing so we were very grateful for that. They went out of their way to have dinner with us 2 nights prior to the shoot to help us all get acquainted and comfortable with each other and we were given thorough run downs of what to expect. We had the best day and received the most INCREDIBLE photos as a result!”
Julie & Jaymond
Planning an Iceland elopement in 2027?
Our books are open!
And we’re here for the wild, the weird,
and the wonderfully untraditional
We only take on 20 elopements per year
This means you’ll get our full attention at all times, and you’ll never feel like just another client in a long row of many.
We love building genuine connections with our couples and often stay in touch for years after their elopement day.
Planning an Iceland elopement in 2027?
Our books are open!
And we’re here for the wild, the weird,
and the wonderfully untraditional
We only take on 20 elopements per year.
This means you’ll get our full attention at all times, and you’ll never feel like just another client in a long row of many.
We love building genuine connections with our couples and often stay in touch for years after their elopement day.
So many incredible Couples Chose us
to document their Iceland elopement
and here’s why you should too
Local knowledge of Iceland
We live here and shoot elopements all year round, which means we’re not guessing, Googling, or relying on someone else’s “Ultimate Iceland Guide” written after a long weekend in Reykjavík. This is real, lived, everyday experience.
With us as your local Iceland photographers you can:
• explore spots that aren’t on every Pinterest board
• get travel times based on reality and local expertise
• have reliable backup options that are just as epic as your plan A
• trust our quick judgement calls when the weather inevitably does its thing
Two photographers (are better than one!)
You get a team: two photographers who work together seamlessly but see the world differently. Hjalti focuses on cinematic wide shots and landscapes, and Daria finds inspiration in emotion, connection, and storytelling details. It’s the kind of coverage a single photographer simply can’t replicate.
With two photographers documenting your elopement, you can:
• get the same moment captured from multiple perspectives
• have both big landscape shots and intimate close-ups without missing anything
• enjoy a smoother, more relaxed flow without constant repositioning
• feel at ease knowing nothing important will slip through the cracks
A fully personalized planning experience
Your elopement shouldn’t feel like assembling IKEA furniture without the manual. From timeline suggestions to weather monitoring, vendor recommendations, and location scouting, we will guide you through every step of planning your adventure in Iceland.
With our planning support, you can:
• stop wondering where to start or what’s “normal” for an elopement
• make confident decisions with local insight behind them
• enjoy a day tailored to your personalities, comfort, and pace
• feel fully supported from the first email to the gallery delivery
Down-to-earth, nerdy humans who give a damn
When people book us from across the world without ever meeting us first, they’re putting an enormous amount of trust in our hands, and we don’t take it for granted. We show up as real humans, not a brand persona, and we care deeply about creating an experience where you feel safe, respected, and celebrated for exactly who you are.
With us as your team you can :
• feel comfortable even if you’re introverted and / or camera-shy
• trust that your identities and boundaries won’t need explanation to be respected
• count on fast, clear, and friendly communication from start to finish
• have an experience that feels grounded, thoughtful and genuinely fun
Looking for inspiration or ideas? Start here
Featured Elopements
Frequently asked questions
Your quick guide to what matters most when planning an elopement in Iceland
So.. Did we pique your interest?
Here’s what you do next
Get in touch
Reach out to us by filling our inquiry form and tell us all about your plans! We’ll get back to you shortly, and schedule a non-binding online call to discuss things further.
Plan your dream elopement with us
Here comes the exciting part – planning! You’ll get our full support and assistance with conjuring your one-of-a-kind elopement experience.
Have the best day of your life
Let’s celebrate! We’ll be there to capture every precious moment of your special day, and make sure that everything goes smoothly.
Are you ready?
Let’s ditch the traditional, embrace the extraordinary,
and make your love story an adventure to remember
