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Welcome to my blog! As a Mammoth Lakes and Zion elopement photographer, I share stories, tips, and inspiration to help you plan an unforgettable wedding day. Dive in and let’s create something incredible together!

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Discover how to secure an Angels Landing permit and why hiring me as your photographer will elevate your Zion adventure. I’ll capture unforgettable moments, from proposals to portraits, on this iconic trail!

Celebrate love and adventure with the 2024 Wedding & Adventure Elopement Photographer Awards! Here I highlight the year working in CA and UT.

Zion National Park is a stunning wedding destination with its red cliffs, lush canyons, and breathtaking views. For adventurous couples, it’s the perfect backdrop for your big day. However, planning a wedding in Zion isn’t quite as straightforward as it may seem. Zion attracts over 5 million visitors annually, making it one of the busiest […]

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Celebrate love and adventure with the 2024 Wedding & Adventure Elopement Photographer Awards! Here I highlight the year working in CA and UT.

A first look is one of the most emotional and memorable moments on a wedding day. It’s a private meeting between the couple before the ceremony, filled with anticipation and joy. Beyond the romance, it’s a smart way to simplify your timeline and ease wedding-day nerves. As a Mammoth wedding photographer, I love guiding couples through this special moment to make it unforgettable.

There’s something magical about a sunrise proposal at Second Lake along the Big Pine Lakes trail. This summer, I had the honor of photographing Nima and Martina’s unforgettable moment on the last day of their backpacking trip. After spending days exploring the rugged beauty of the Big Pine Lakes trail, their final morning brought the […]

Jaymie is a Mammoth Lakes & Zion Photographer. She specializes in documenting small weddings & elopements.