Hi, thanks for stopping by
I’m Chantel — the face behind Wanderer & The Wild.
I’m a wedding & elopement photographer based near Byron Bay, capturing relaxed, modern weddings across the Tweed Coast, Gold Coast and Northern NSW.
I’m not here to turn your day into a photoshoot.
I’m here for the in-between moments, the way your hands find each other without thinking. The real stuff.
Because the truth is, most people feel awkward in front of a camera. And honestly? You’re not wrong. Being told where to stand and how to smile isn’t exactly natural.
So I don’t work like that.
I’ll guide you when you need it, but mostly I’ll step back and let things unfold — so your photos actually feel like you, not a staged version of you.
My style is candid, relaxed and romantic. Inspired by coastal light, open spaces, and couples who care more about the experience than ticking boxes.
Most of the couples I work with aren’t interested in traditions for the sake of it. They’re creating a day that feels like them — whether that’s elopeing barefoot on the beach, a picnic in the hills of Byron Bay or a day of laughter with your favourite people.
If that sounds like your kind of wedding, we’ll probably get along.
When I’m not photographing weddings, you’ll usually find me chasing good light and gazing at the mountains.
If you’re planning a wedding in Byron Bay, the Tweed Coast or beyond, I’d love to hear what you’re dreaming up.
Chantel (Wanderer & The Wild)
Based in Northern NSW, Tweed Coast. Covering area’s from Byron Bay to the Gold Coast.
NOTE When you choose Wanderer & The Wild Photography as your photographer, you have chosen that artistic vision & unique style. Wanderer & The Wild do not manipulate and/or modify images other than lighting & colour.