Planning a wedding or elopement in Yosemite means choosing vendors who understand the nuances of the park. The the seasons, the rules, and the unexpected things that pop up in the mountains. Whether you’re dreaming of an intimate Yosemite elopement or a celebration with a few loved ones, this guide will help you connect with […]

Why Choose Mammoth Lakes for Your Wedding If there’s one thing that makes a Mammoth Lakes wedding unique, it’s the incredible variety packed into such a small stretch of land. In ten minutes, you can go from alpine lakes surrounded by snow-dusted peaks to wandering through high desert sagebrush and natural hot springs.  Imagine saying […]

Yosemite has more grandeur than any “traditional” wedding venue around. For just $150 bucks, you can get married at one of the most stunning Yosemite wedding locations in the world- surrounded by granite cliffs, waterfalls, and golden light. I’m a Sierra Nevada local and grew up right outside Yosemite National Park. I love sharing all […]

While Mammoth Lakes may be relatively small, there is no shortage of friendly, outdoor-loving locals who delight in making your Mammoth Lakes wedding day easy and stress-free. I’ve had the pleasure of working with these folks and can recommend them wholeheartedly.  Mammoth Lakes Wedding Planners: Green Fox Events The ladies at Green Fox Events are […]

Lauren & Grant hosted a carefree, summer Yosemite Elopement that included all their favorite people. The ceremony took place at the Glacier Point amphitheater, which boasts an iconic view of Half Dome. Following the vows, the group headed back towards Yosemite Valley, to peaceful Cathedral Beach, where they shared a catered picnic brunch.  These two […]

Do you love public lands and are looking for the most beautiful places to host your elopement or small wedding? The Mammoth Lakes region and the Eastern Sierras deliver with mountain views, scenic trails and laid back adventure for your Mammoth Lakes Wedding. There is something special about the Eastern Sierras and a Mammoth Lakes […]

Yosemite is one of the most visited National Parks in the world, and for good reason. It’s stunning, with unbeatable views and photo ops- perfect for a small wedding or Yosemite elopement. So should you host your wedding in Yosemite? As a Sierra Nevada native, here’s my honest photographer’s take on planning a Yosemite elopement. […]

Is an elopement right for you? This is a big decision!  And it’s ok if you’re not sure how you want to get married.  I want to remind you that there is no right or wrong way.  BE TRUE TO YOURSELVES!  There are no do-overs and you don’t want to walk away from this day […]

It’s always so special when “one of our own” gets married and I had all the feelings when it came to Kelsey & Matt’s Mammoth Lakes wedding. I met Matt when we discovered a mutual love for photography. I took his senior portraits about a decade ago, and we kept in touch sharing photography snippets […]