Ellen Alfreider | Wedding Photographer Dolomites

  • LGBTQ+ Owned
  • Woman Owned

I’m Ellen—a cat mom with a goth streak, a proud Ladin local. Basically, someone who’s been born and wandering the Dolomites since long before Instagram found them. I photograph elopements and proposals for people who want something intimate, intentional, and a little bit unexpected. If there’s a hidden ridge, a quiet forest opening, or a view you can’t find on Google Maps, chances are I already know it (and how to get there without the crowds).

My approach is part creative guide, part local insider friend. Whether you choose one of my ready-made favorites or want something built from scratch, I plan experiences that feel personal, relaxed, and full of those tiny moments that end up becoming your favorite memories. I love to get that bit of Lord of the Rings drama, slow adventures, cozy corners, and a sprinkle of rock ’n’ roll energy.

I believe the best photographs come from moments where people feel free, understood, and completely themselves—so everything I do is designed to help you get there.

  • Wandering Since 2020

What Couples Are Saying

Read reviews from couples who’ve worked with this photographer and shared their elopement experience.

  • 5-stars

    “Ellen is very thorough during the planning process, and she made me feel like she genuinely cared about knowing our personalities and preferences .... She is also a great actor for the surprise proposal, as she played the role of a resourceful guide .. The photos also came out much quicker than we expected, we can’t stop looking through them!”

    Jake & Dawn
  • 5-stars

    "She was extremely easy to work with, quick to respond to any questions that we had ... She is very familiar with the area because she has lived there her whole life ... Ellen is unapologetically herself, and that is what we most appreciated about her. She makes everyone feel comfortable."

    Sabrina & Richie
  • 5-stars

    “She knows all the special locations that aren’t super touristy ... She made the day super stress free and everything went off seamlessly ... Our pictures belong in a magazine.”

    Maria & Ben
  • 5-stars

    “She goes above and beyond and you can see how passionate she is about making the day as special as possible ... Before we even headed out for dinner later that day of the elopement, we already received a gallery of preview photos.”

    Justine & Zac
  • 5-stars

    “Ellen over delivers on her photography trade and that’s why you originally hire her. But the added bag of tricks… make the whole process and elopement day so much more special ... We could tell we loved her clever, funny personality…the ‘awesome sauce’ sign offs and the ‘drop it like it’s hot’ forms always made us smile.”

    Ally & Brad
  • 5-stars

    “Ellen was able to find it using the criteria I gave her, and it was very helpful to stay in constant dialogue throughout the process with multiple video calls ... I really appreciate Ellen being able to adapt and work my made up story to help keep my proposal a surprise!”

    Daniel & Kimmy
  • 5-stars

    “Her willingness to go the extra mile, coordinating and guiding me remotely through Zoom and email, significantly eased any stress that I had been feeling ... Each shot is a work of art, filled with genuine smiles, joyful tears, and the overwhelming love we felt for each other”

    Phil & Elena
Ellen Alfreider | Wedding Photographer Dolomites
Ellen Alfreider | Wedding Photographer Dolomites

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I came across your work on Wandering Weddings and love your style! My partner and I are planning to elope in [location or general area] around [date or season]. We’re hoping for something that feels [describe vibe — adventurous, intimate, laid-back, etc.].

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