The Runaway Hearts
Elopement Photographer & Videographer
The Runaway Hearts

Based in Sydney, New South Wales
Pricing
Starting at $2250
Mid-week Elopements
Mid week elopements are available across NSW.
Weekend Elopements
Weekend elopements are available up to 1 year in advance, available across Australia.
Travel
No travel fees within 100km of Wollongong, travel fees apply to elopements outside that zone to cover petrol and one night’s accommodation. If I am already shooting in your area around your date, you may be eligible for free travel! Please enquire for travel dates.
About The Runaway Hearts
Let’s runaway together! ♡
I am all for the dreamy couples who don’t want typical, ‘proper’ wedding photos.
My photography is whimsical, nostalgic, colourful, happy, and natural – I love to create photos that tell the story of how you actually FELT.
It’s always the unposed shots (the giggling and crying between hugs; the warm looks between friends and lovers) that I aim to capture.
All photography packages include a mix of both digital and film photography, and everyone gets a few fun surprises too! Think floral double exposure portraits and a few instant polaroid happy snaps. This unique way of shooting seems to attract couples with a love and appreciation for the creative side of life.
Let’s runaway together! ♡
About Kara
I created The Runaway Hearts after some years working as a fashion photographer – it really bloomed out of my love of capturing real people and their own lives, especially on their wedding days!
My work is for the dreamers, the non-traditionalists, the couples who aren’t afraid to get messy and live in the moment with the one they love. I am really into capturing your day organically and without pressure.
I specialise in analogue film photography, and will shoot your wedding using a mix of 35mm film and Super 8mm movies as well as digitally (I still love digital!)

Kara Riley photographer
Approach to Elopements
I love candid photos, and follow you around capturing them (sometimes without you noticing, because you’re too busy having the best day of your life!)
I am fun and silly whilst being super relaxed and making you feel surprisingly calm – easing your nerves and being your fan girl!
Fun Facts
I’m Kara – an extroverted introvert, INFP, enneagram 4w5, personality test aficionado, tea drinker and analogue film shooter. I love flowers, books and kind people.
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