Helping couples plan calm, intentional elopements in Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, Sedona, Oregon, and destination locations.
Adventure Elopement Photographer
For couples who want more than just photos.
From location ideas and permit guidance to relaxed timelines and natural direction, I help you create an experience that feels meaningful — not rushed.
Your Elopement Should Feel Grounded — Not Complicated
Where are you allowed to have your ceremony?
When is the best light for photos?
How do you build a timeline that doesn’t feel rushed?
What permits do you need?
When is the best light for photos?
How do you build a timeline that doesn’t feel rushed?
What permits do you need?
You don’t have to figure that out alone. I guide you through:
• Location recommendations
• Permit support
• Custom timeline creation
• Sunrise & sunset planning
• Relaxed, natural direction in front of the camera
Simple. Intentional. Stress-free.
• Location recommendations
• Permit support
• Custom timeline creation
• Sunrise & sunset planning
• Relaxed, natural direction in front of the camera
Simple. Intentional. Stress-free.
Planning an adventure elopement in places like Yosemite or Lake Tahoe comes with questions:
Elopements in Incredible Places
I photograph and help plan adventure elopements throughout:
• Lake Tahoe
• Yosemite National Park
• Sedona
• Oregon Coast & Mountain Locations
• Destination elopements across the West
Each location has its own seasons, permit rules, and light patterns — and I help you navigate all of it.
• Lake Tahoe
• Yosemite National Park
• Sedona
• Oregon Coast & Mountain Locations
• Destination elopements across the West
Each location has its own seasons, permit rules, and light patterns — and I help you navigate all of it.
Elopement & Wedding Photography Services
Full-day storytelling for couples who want candid, emotional coverage with structure and flow.
Weddings
Intentional, experience-focused days designed around your relationship.
Elopements
Relaxed sessions in meaningful places — no stiff posing.
Engagements
I started in landscape and wildlife photography — even photographing wild horses in Nevada — which probably explains my love for wide-open spaces and quiet moments.
I’m naturally more introverted, so I understand what it feels like to be in front of the camera.
No pressure. No awkward posing. Just steady guidance so you can be present.
I’m naturally more introverted, so I understand what it feels like to be in front of the camera.
No pressure. No awkward posing. Just steady guidance so you can be present.
What Couples Appreciate Most
" What a pleasure it was to meet AJ. From the beginning he was hands on figuring out what all we needed for our big day ...We shared laughs, he took us to amazing spots in Yosemite National Park."
Rachelle + Jerome
"Armando was amazing. He met us in Yosemite National Park and helped guide us around the entire park to take our engagement photos. His main focus was making sure we captured everything we envisioned"
Sarah + Parker
"We had an amazing experience working with Armando. From the beginning he was very responsive with coordinating our shoot. The pictures turned out spectacular! If I could give more than 5 stars I would!"
Lexi + Michael