Exclusively for
Laura Kaddis
Yosemite National Park
Laura, let’s elope.
A Guide to Your Yosemite NP Elopement
Planning an elopement in Yosemite National Park? You are in for something truly special. And if you are dreaming about night photography or star filled moments, Yosemite is one of the most magical places on earth to experience it.
Whether you picture soft spring evenings, warm summer nights under the Milky Way, crisp fall skies, or the quiet glow of winter stars, Yosemite transforms after dark in a way that feels cinematic, intimate, and unforgettable. Let’s walk through what makes this place extraordinary for couples who want to include night photography in their elopement.
Why Yosemite for night photos?
Yosemite has some of the clearest, most awe inspiring night skies in California. In spring, waterfalls echo in the distance while the stars rise above granite cliffs. Summer offers warm, comfortable nights with incredible Milky Way visibility and the freedom to explore after sunset. Fall brings cooler air and crystal clear skies that make the stars feel brighter than ever. Winter creates quiet, moonlit landscapes that feel like your own private world.
No matter when you choose to elope, you’ll have access to iconic locations that are stunning both in daylight and under the stars. Taft Point’s dramatic cliffs, the open sky at Glacier Point, and the peaceful expanse on Sentinel Dome all take on a completely different kind of magic once the sun sets.
If night photography or stargazing is part of your vision, we are here to guide you through the best timing, lighting, seasons, and locations to bring that experience to life.
Be sure to check out our complete guide on How to Elope in Yosemite - it covers everything from picking your perfect ceremony spot to grabbing permits and finding the best places to stay. And don’t worry, we’re here to help you through every step of the process!
THE EARTH + HEART EXPERIENCE™
We don’t just take you places, we sculpt a whole experience around the landscape and the love that carries your story.
This is our signature process, created to give you a personalized, stress free, and meaningful elopement experience. Every part of this framework is designed to honor who you are, what you love, and the places that feel connected to you.
HEARTLINE DISCOVERY™
This is where everything begins. We learn who you are as a couple, what truly matters to you, and the experience you want to create together. This phase includes your planning questionnaire, conversations about comfort and vision, support with meaningful vows or rituals, and guidance on designing a day rooted in connection instead of pressure.
EARTHSCAPE CURATION™
We help you discover and choose locations based on season, lighting, accessibility, and the type of experience you want. This includes our expertise in Yosemite, the Eastern Sierra, Alabama Hills, Alaska, Oregon, Washington, Utah, Arizona, and Colorado, along with guidance on permits, weather, trail conditions, and Leave No Trace.
STORYARC COMPOSITION™
This is where your ideas come together. We design a timeline that flows naturally and beautifully, balancing comfort, lighting, and personal moments. Your StoryArc can include letters, first looks, family involvement, meaningful rituals, and curated vendor recommendations.
EARTHBOUND CREATION™
This is the photographic experience itself. With Helder’s landscape expertise and Jenny’s portrait driven storytelling, we create images that blend emotion and environment in a way that feels natural and effortless. This phase includes natural direction, relaxed portrait guidance, landscape artistry, lighting knowledge, and star photography when desired.
HEARTCRAFTED LEGACY™
This is where your elopement becomes something you can hold, share, and revisit for years to come. You will receive a beautifully curated online gallery, thoughtful editing that stays true to your story and environment, custom album design options, and guidance on how to preserve your artwork for the future.
Hey, there!
We’re Jenny and Helder!
We are your Yosemite adventure elopement photographers and the team who will help shape every moment of your day with intention and care. Here is why we are the perfect match for the experience you want to create.
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Passionate
We are passionate. This isn't just a job for us; it's a way of life. Every opportunity we get is spent exploring new areas, discovering epic hiking trails and breathtaking views to photograph. We consider ourselves incredibly blessed to do this as a job and to share these experiences with you!
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Locations
We know our way around Yosemite. Really! Over the years, we've immersed ourselves in the park during all the different seasons, seeking out the most spectacular views. Constantly studying maps, weather, sun and moon positions, we're always on the lookout for locations that will serve as epic photo backdrops.
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Experience
We are experienced. With over 25 combined years of capturing love stories and beautiful landscapes, we've learned a thing or two in delivering the most stunning photos. We'll be your guides through every step of your adventure, sharing our secrets to help you plan a day that you'll cherish forever!
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Company
We are big on connections, especially when it comes to intimate adventures elopements. Nothing excites us more than meeting kindred spirits who share our love for the beautiful outdoors. Whether we're swapping trail tales, sharing a couple of beers or epic views, we can't wait to stand by your side and celebrate with you.
Whether you and your partner are super adventurous who love to explore new locations every weekend or a more chill couple who prefer a simple, shorter hike with your pup or anywhere in between, we’ll help plan that Yosemite amazing elopement that is just perfect for you.
We are so excited to capture jaw-dropping photos of your
Yosemite elopement and in addition, we will…
Do all photography locations scouting: We will find the perfect place beforehand that matches your unique vision.
Give you vendors suggestion: We have done all the vetting so you don’t have to. These are the vendors we love and trust to be a part of your day.
Create a customized timeline: We will create a all timeline tailored just for you to be able to do all the things you want to do as well as moments to soak it all in.
Ensure a weather backup day: We offer a guaranteed weather backup day to make sure we capture those epic photos.
Make it official: Need an officiant to make it official? Don’t worry, Jenny is ordained and can sign your marriage license!
Support and fun: We'll provide guidance, friendship, and ensure you have a great time throughout the process.
As if everything we have shared was not enough, here is what truly sets your experience apart…
The Earth+Heart Experience™ brings together emotion, artistry, and landscape in a way very few teams can offer. You are not just getting one photographer. You are getting the combined strengths of a portrait driven wedding photographer and a landscape photographer whose work is shaped by light, terrain, and the natural world..
This is incredibly rare. Most couples only get one style or the other. With us, you get both. One photographer is dedicated to capturing your connection, the way you look at each other, the quiet moments, the meaning behind your vows. The other sees the environment the way National Geographic photographers see the world, finding locations, angles, and light that turn your day into something cinematic and unforgettable.
What does that mean for you? You receive epic, meaningful images that let you relive not only the moment you said “I do,” but every intentional part of your day.
All our packages includes:
The full Earth+Heart Experience™
Two photographers
Travel included
Personalized and unlimited planning, timeline design, and permit support as well as location and vendor recommenations
Officiant for the ceremony and signing of the marriage license
Sneak peeks within 24 to 48 hours
A thoughtfully curated online gallery that tells the story of your day
High resolution images ready for printing and sharing
Online gallery for one year
Access to heirloom print products with the option to add an album
Weather backup day
Payment plans available
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Multi-Day
For couples who want time, space, and freedom to explore multiple landscapes. Perfect for sunrise one day and sunset or star filled moments the next.
Two full days of coverage
Travel cost included
Luxury album
$9600 -
12 Hour
From sunrise to sunset, this is perfect for the true adventure lovers who want their love captured in the most epic and meaningful way imaginable.
Up to 12 hours
Travel cost included
Luxury album
$7200 -
8 Hour
Focusing on a choice of sunrise or sunset with enough time for a couple of mini adventures that feel relaxed, intentional, and truly memorable together.
Up to 8 hours
Travel cost included
$5400 -
4 Hour
For the couple looking for a more simple, intimate vibe. This short and meaningful experience is perfect for an “I do” between one to two locations.
Up to 4 hours
Travel included within two hours
$4000
So are you ready to do this most epic thing ever
and get married in Yosemite?!
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Once we have nailed down a date and location, and it feels like the perfect fit, we will send over your contract and invoice to make everything official and begin The Earth + Heart Experience™.
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Now the fun begins. In the days, weeks, and months leading up to your elopement, we will work closely together to plan every intentional detail and craft a day that feels relaxed, meaningful, and completely you.
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On the big day, we will meet up for a day of epic adventures. You two will say “I do,” and along the way, we will capture every beautiful, unforgettable moment.
Believe it or not, most of our couples worry about this too! Being in front of the camera always feel a little weird and awkward! Trust us, we feel the same way! But no stress, we don’t expect you to be pros. First off, we’re going to make sure your day start off super chill and relaxed by taking some time to chat so that you are both comfortable. Maybe we’ll walk around a bit before we start shooting. When we do begin, it's going to be super laid-back. We promise! Part of our job is to make you forget that there’s a camera on you and we will talk you through it the entire way. We'll give you simple instructions, like how to move and be yourselves, and we'll capture those natural, candid moments.
"But we’re so awkward in front of the camera. How do you make sure we look all weird?”
Michelle + Johnny
Jenny and Helder’s passion for capturing the beauty of Yosemite's landscapes is evident in every shot. They knew exactly where to go. The resulting photos were beyond our wildest dreams. The best part was seeing the aurora borealis and they were able to incorporate it into our shoot. We would highly recommend Step Out to anyone looking for an elopement photographer in Yosemite!
Let’s make your dream elopement a reality!
Let’s create something unforgettable together! Whether it’s an intimate ceremony by a frozen waterfall or an adventure hike to exchange vows, we’re here to make your vision a reality.