It's time to unleash your inner adventurousness and creativity through our Venture Folk retreat, where you will experience and learn everything you need to know about elopement and intimate wedding photography.

We are proud to announce Venture Folk 1.0 where the most inspiring and talented forces in the industry will come together to give you the experience of a lifetime. This retreat is specifically designed for fiercely creative female photographers who are looking to unleash their spirit and vibe for elopement adventures! Hosted by Carissa and Jekka , photographers, authentic story tellers, travel addicts and soul searchers from South East Qld. Venture Folk is the ultimate experience for intimately exploring Sunshine Coast and its beautiful hinterlands, one of Australia’s most mesmerizing destinations.

Get ready to be wowed by Carissa and Jekka’s masterful talent! Two days jam packed into one exhilarating day, not one, but two unforgettable shoots that will take your breath away! From an sunrise adventure couple session to editorial styled sunset elopement and beyond, each session will be a feast for your eyes and soul. You will have the opportunity to witness Carissa and Jekka’s combined 20 years of expertise in interacting with the couples and posing them to capture the most stunning shots imaginable, and then it's your turn to capture the magic with the guidance and support of your fearless instructors. What's more? You will have every opportunity with us to ask all the questions you need, along with educational sessions lead by each photographer based on all things elopements, and the importance of the creative and the necessary business of photography. Covering the ultimate client experience, achieving your creative freedom, editing, growing your social media presence, marketing and more.

And, brace yourselves, this is just the beginning. We have hand-picked top-level artists and vendors, which means we're a well-oiled machine that churns out nothing less than absolute magic! All of this will take place in the picturesque hinterlands of Sunshine Coast, picture rolling hills and National Parks as our backdrop.

If you’re ready to embrace your inner wild spirit, a little hiking and a jam packed adventurous day of creating epic content for your business then The Venture Folk Retreat is where you belong.

Be sure to book your spot now; we only have 15 spots!

At Venture Folk, we believe in nourishing both your body and soul. You will relish in the stylings of our shoots, breathe in the fresh air, and warm your hearts with your fellow adventurers. Inclusions such as head shots by your hosts (time permitting) and ending our day sharing a al fresco dinner with your new photog friends! And, yes, you will leave with memory cards filled with nothing less than pure magic. You will be inspired, renewed and refreshed, ready to conquer the world and embrace life's beautiful moments. Venture Folk awaits you, get ready to chase your wildest dreams, because you will be leaving with your soul on fire!