Hi, I’m Célestine — an intimate wedding and adventure elopement photographer based in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies.

My story with photography began more than a decade ago in Belgium, where I was born and raised. I fell in love with capturing moments that felt like they could last forever. In 2015, my husband (boyfriend at that time) and I packed up our lives, crossed the ocean, and rebuilt I my business here in Alberta from the ground up. It was one of the scariest and most rewarding leaps I’ve ever taken — and it taught me a lot about chasing dreams, even when the path is unknown.

My own love story is woven into the Rockies too—my husband proposed to me on a summit, and only weeks later, we eloped in Kananaskis on a warm fall day surrounded by golden leaves. That experience shaped how I approach every wedding and elopement: I know what it feels like to create a day that’s true to who you are, free from rules and expectations.

Now, life is full and beautifully chaotic—I’m a homeschooling mama of three little ones, living on an acreage with our dogs, cats and chickens (and plans more animals soon). When I’m not editing photos or heading off for a wedding, you’ll usually find me gardening, wrangling kids and puppies, or outside doing yard work with my family while soaking in the beauty of country life.

Whether you’re planning to hike for your vows, take a heli ride into the backcountry, or share an intimate ceremony with your closest people in nature, I’d love to tell your story. I’ll be right there with you—muddy boots, full heart, and camera in hand.

Let’s plan an adventure you’ll never forget. 💛

You can send me an email at celestineaerden@gmail.com or fill out the form in the contact section.