I'm James, the photographer behind Wild North Photography — I shoot elopements, vow renewals, and proposals across the Canadian Rockies, from Banff and Lake Louise to the Blaeberry Valley near Golden, BC. My work is built around wild, quiet mountain settings — glacier lakes, larch forests, alpine trails — and a relaxed, documentary approach that lets couples feel like themselves rather than performing for a camera. I hold a Parks Canada commercial photography licence, so I can legally shoot in national park backcountry and iconic protected locations most photographers can't access. Whether it's a sunrise elopement on a ridge or a golden-hour proposal by a turquoise lake, I focus on capturing the real moment — not staging one.
Why Book With Wild North
I'm not a studio with a rotating cast of shooters — every session is shot by me, personally, start to finish. My approach is documentary-style: I focus on capturing real moments as they happen rather than staging poses, so your gallery feels like *you*, not a template.
I hold a Parks Canada commercial photography licence, giving you access to backcountry trails and protected locations most photographers simply can't shoot. And because I live and work in Banff year-round, I know the light, the trails, and the weather patterns intimately — which means better locations, better timing, and fewer surprises on your day.
Every collection includes full planning support, so you're never figuring out logistics alone. From your first discovery call to the moment your gallery arrives, this is a relationship, not a transaction.
Parks Canada Commercial Photography Licence
I hold a valid Parks Canada commercial photography licence, which means I can legally shoot in national park backcountry and iconic protected locations that most photographers can't access — including trails and viewpoints around Banff, Lake Louise, and the surrounding Rockies.
How Booking Works
Every couple starts with a discovery call so I can understand your vision, timeline, and location preferences. From there, you'll receive a custom questionnaire and proposal. A signed contract and retainer secure your date, with the balance due before your session.
