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Documentary Destination WEDDING and Elopement Photography

Digital | 35mm Film | Super 8

WILD ELEMENTS PHOTOGRAPHY

Ciana Salisbury

documentary Destination wEDDING and Elopement 
Photography

Digital | 35mm Film | Super 8

Baltimore & Washington D.C. Based | Available worldwide

Turning the memories you'll share with friends around the dinner table and strangers passing by into something tangible.

your wedding day should be a reflection of how your love feels.

(Your photos should, too.)

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meet ciana - a traveling documentarian for worldly lovers

Learn More About Ciana

Ciana Salisbury is a destination wedding and elopement photographer with a distinctly candid and earth-centric style that's rooted in visual  storytelling. Her goal is to explore the moments in which the experience of the individual become an artistic rendition of the soul - the point where humanity meets with the fluidity of fine art.

She uses the natural world, tides of untainted emotion, and an observational eye to compose imagery that reflects her clients honestly. Using a combination of directional guidance and intuitive posing, she is able to achieve a visual medium that explores the personal and profound dynamics of every story. Her work has been described to possess a soulful quality that blends the candidness of uncoerced moments with an editorial edge.

Incorporating various formats such as digital, film, and Super 8 video, her collections invite nostalgia and modern luxuries to collide. She believes that all people should be able to recognize the importance of their stories, and that they too should have personal heirlooms that can attest to the profundities of their lives.

Upcoming travel

Mexico

 January 2024

Puerto Rico

June 2024

Delaware

july 2024

Big Sur, California

september 2024

Maryland

october 2024

Monte Verde, Costa rica

december 2024

Ciana typically spend 1 to 2 weeks at each location. If you'd like to add your destination to the schedule for these months, please inquire to add your destination to the list.


meet ciana - a traveling documentarian for worldly lovers

Ciana Salisbury is a destination wedding and elopement photographer with a distinctly candid and earth-centric style that's rooted in visual  storytelling. Her goal is to explore the moments in which the experience of the individual become an artistic rendition of the soul - the point where humanity meets with the fluidity of fine art.

She uses the natural world, tides of untainted emotion, and an observational eye to compose imagery that reflects her clients honestly. Using a combination of directional guidance and intuitive posing, she is able to achieve a visual medium that explores the personal and profound dynamics of every story. Her work has been described to possess a soulful quality that blends the candidness of uncoerced moments with an editorial edge.

Incorporating various formats such as digital, film, and Super 8 video, her collections invite nostalgia and modern luxuries to collide. She believes that all people should be able to recognize the importance of their stories, and that they too should have personal heirlooms that can attest to the profundities of their lives.

You've landed here because you believe two things to be true...

Love, like art, is expressed uniquely - how we give, receive, and share it reflects our individuality. This is what makes every celebration of commitment so vibrant and alive. What if you reimagined your ceremony as more than an event bound by convention? Instead, picture it as an exhilarating experience originating in authenticity and deep connection - a day where the focus is solely on you and the one you love. This moment in your life is a profound reflection of intimacy, and today’s world offers limitless ways to honor and celebrate that bond in a way that feels unmistakably yours.

For those who live for the timeless and the untamed, the romantics and the storytellers - if your spirit seeks solace in the unplanned, if adventure reveals new depths in your connection to your partner, and if the art of blending past and present feels like second nature, then you belong here.

For those who cherish the quiet resonance of moments shared with friends and strangers alike, who see faded poetry in the grain of old photographs and the curve of handwritten words, and who love with unapologetic fervor - this is your invitation to create something enduring, something true. This is where your love story takes form.






1. You believe that luxury and adventure are a natural pairing. 

2. You believe in creating a wedding or elopement experience that transcends tradition.







You've landed here because you believe two things to be true...

1. You believe that luxury and adventure are a natural pairing. 

2. You believe in creating a wedding or elopement experience that transcends tradition.







Love, like art, is expressed uniquely - how we give, receive, and share it reflects our individuality. This is what makes every celebration of commitment so vibrant and alive. What if you reimagined your ceremony as more than an event bound by convention? Instead, picture it as an exhilarating experience originating in authenticity and deep connection - a day where the focus is solely on you and the one you love. This moment in your life is a profound reflection of intimacy, and today’s world offers limitless ways to honor and celebrate that bond in a way that feels unmistakably yours.

For those who live for the timeless and the untamed, the romantics and the storytellers - if your spirit seeks solace in the unplanned, if adventure reveals new depths in your connection to your partner, and if the art of blending past and present feels like second nature, then you belong here.

For those who cherish the quiet resonance of moments shared with friends and strangers alike, who see faded poetry in the grain of old photographs and the curve of handwritten words, and who love with unapologetic fervor - this is your invitation to create something enduring, something true. This is where your love story takes form.






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Destination weddings & ELopements

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My husband and I can get kind of shy in front of the camera, but they brought out such a comfort level within us, it felt incredibly natural. There was so much fun, laughter, and infectious joy during the whole shoot. We also brought our ten month old along and Ryan practically BABYSAT our daughter, she was full of giggles and smiles. It started to storm during our shoot and they did not complain once, they were just so happy and adventurous. We will 1000% be working with them in the future. Ciana is so naturally talented and innovative, and they work together so flawlessly. It’s simply perfection.

“WE WORKED WITH CIANA AND RYAN ON AN ELOPEMENT AND THEY WERE A DREAM.”

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Literally no one else I would use as a photographer! The level of professionalism and calm demeanor from both Ciana and Ryan, makes the entire experience of working together so much fun! They are such a great team. Many thanks to Ciana for making my entire wedding day perfect and capturing so many beautiful and tender moments. Couldn’t ask for anything more!!!! Hire Ciana- it is a no brainer!

"Ciana is truly amazing and has the ability to make you feel comfortable on camera."

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Ciana is the best person and photographer ever! I've done several shoots with her and been more and more in awe every single time. She perfectly captures authentic and real emotion with a genuine artistry that only comes from really knowing the people on the other side of the lens. She is also down for anything and will work with you in all weather to make your vision come to life. 

"I can't imagine trusting anyone like I trust Ciana to capture the exact vibe and exceed expectations simultaneously."

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Ciana and Ryan do an amazing job at something I haven't experienced through anyone else...and that is creating real, raw, genuine, memorable moments through the photography experience. As we started our session, it was not just poses and getting the shots. We were able to relax and create naturally beautiful moments for them to photograph and tell our story because they made us feel so comfortable. They brought out the joy, the laughter, and most importantly the love you can feel through our collection of photos. Their passion for their work brings out their passion for each other. Their energy cultivates photos that have an incredible amount of emotion and depth. My husband and I are obsessed with our photos. They truly deliver the most perfect experience every time. Ciana is so naturally talented and Ryan is her perfect teammate. They are kind, warm, and you become friends with them. We are so thankful!"


"I look back at them and can feel like I'm there all over again - it's something i've never experienced before through anyone else's work."


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My husband and I can get kind of shy in front of the camera, but they brought out such a comfort level within us, it felt incredibly natural. There was so much fun, laughter, and infectious joy during the whole shoot. We also brought our ten month old along and Ryan practically BABYSAT our daughter, she was full of giggles and smiles. It started to storm during our shoot and they did not complain once, they were just so happy and adventurous. We will 1000% be working with them in the future. Ciana is so naturally talented and innovative, and they work together so flawlessly. It’s simply perfection.

“WE WORKED WITH CIANA AND RYAN ON AN ELOPEMENT AND THEY WERE A DREAM.”

PREVIOUS

Literally no one else I would use as a photographer! The level of professionalism and calm demeanor from both Ciana and Ryan, makes the entire experience of working together so much fun! They are such a great team. Many thanks to Ciana for making my entire wedding day perfect and capturing so many beautiful and tender moments. Couldn’t ask for anything more!!!! Hire Ciana- it is a no brainer!

"Ciana is truly amazing and has the ability to make you feel comfortable on camera."

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PREVIOUS

Ciana is the best person and photographer ever! I've done several shoots with her and been more and more in awe every single time. She perfectly captures authentic and real emotion with a genuine artistry that only comes from really knowing the people on the other side of the lens. She is also down for anything and will work with you in all weather to make your vision come to life. 

"I can't imagine trusting anyone like I trust Ciana to capture the exact vibe and exceed expectations simultaneously."

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