Christie Abascal // Destination Elopement Photographer

Oh hi, it’s just your friendly adventure elopement and proposal photographer here with some updated branding photos from my last trip out west!

If you don’t know me, I am Christie and I specialize in photographing elopements, small weddings, and surprise proposals all over the country. I am based in Atlanta, Georgia but you can often find me in Yosemite National Park hiding behind some trees or a boulder to get *that* photo of your partner proposing to you; alternately, you can also find me hiking through the forest with my couple on their elopement day, exploring everything the great outdoors has to offer. I also love photographing families both locally and in cool places all over the globe.

When I am not documenting my super awesome clients’ big moments and milestones, I am probably hiking and finding a new trail to conquer or reading a book. When possible, I love bringing along my husband and two kiddos for adventures like camping, kayaking, and exploring new areas!

Some fun facts about me:

* My first job was as a hostess at a sushi restaurant
* I have two cats (Eleanor and Loki) and a dog (Chewbacca)
* We lived in California from 2019-2025 which is where I started my business
* My first national park I ever visited was Smoky Mountain National Park
* The most recent national park I checked off my list was Big Bend National Park
* I have read 65 books so far this year (the goal is 100 but we shall see…)
* I love a good movie franchise; Star Wars, Marvel, Jurassic Park, etc.
* I collect vinyls and my favorite is my vintage Rumours album by Fleetwood Mac
* If I had to choose between the ocean or mountains I would choose the mountains every single time as long as there is a good river or lake nearby
* My guilty pleasure of all time is Brach’s Candy Corn (no other brand will do lol)

That’s me! If I sound like someone you would want to have as your third wheel on your elopement day or to help you plan an epic proposal, reach out so we can chat :)

Of course, huge thank you to @megngamez for taking these awesome photos for me! Check out the film photos at the end…so cool! 📷