You've chosen Sequoia national park for your elopement or adventure session? What an excellent choice! Sequoia boasts numerous awe-inspiring locations waiting for you to discover. You're likely drawn to the giant sequoias, so allow me to lead you to some of the most enchanting spots in California's premier national park!
Sequoia Elopement & Adventure photographer
A PEEK INTO MY WORK
My love of people is what got me into photography. I’ve been a photographer for 4+ years, and have enjoyed every minute. Each session is different from the last, and I love being challenged to get fantastic photographs no matter what the location is, or what the weather is like.My photography style is timeless and true to life colors with a punch. I love to capture all of the wonderful and silly moments, while you and your loved one are having an amazing time during our time together.
In my spare time, I love traveling with my family, throwing backyard get togethers, listening to my favorite podcast while I edit, my peloton bike, camping, making/eating albondigas and going on adventures with my amazing clients!
Photography is my job, however, capturing moments of my life and those around me is also one of my great pleasures.
Your Sequoia elopement & Portrait Photographer
I'm Alyssa
am so excited you're here. I am a elopement and adventure photographer based near Sequoia National Park.
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What you get with me as your local Sequoia Photographer
- Location recommendations and suggestions for the best times of each location
- Permit assistance
- Timeline planning
- Recommendations on where to stay
- Activity suggestions
- Vendor recommendations
- Officiant services
If you need it for your day, I’ll find a way to make it happen 🙌
Packages starting at $3800
Sequoia Adventure Elopement + Wedding Packages
What’s Included:
Comprehensive Photography Coverage
- 4+ hours of photo coverage by Alyssa Gonzalez
- Receive beautifully edited, full-resolution images in an online gallery, perfect for downloading, printing, and sharing. Most packages also include a custom-designed album to showcase your memories.
Full Elopement & Wedding Planning Assistance
As both your photographer and guide, I’ll be here to support you every step of the way. From scouting out the perfect, secluded spots to handling permits and creating a personalized timeline, I’m dedicated to bringing your dream day to life. You’ll also gain access to my exclusive planning resources and a network of trusted vendors. And as an ordained minister, I can even officiate your ceremony, making it truly personal and memorable.
Travel Within Sequoia is Always Included
No hidden fees! My expertise and travel within Sequoia are part of every package.
With me, you’ll have an experienced guide and Sequoia expert by your side, so all you need to do is immerse yourself in the moment and connect with each other.
Packages start at $1500
What’s Included:
Personalized Photography Coverage
- Photography coverage by Alyssa Gonzalez
- Receive a gallery of professionally edited, high-resolution images—perfect for printing, downloading, and sharing with loved ones. I’ll guide you through capturing those genuine, candid moments that tell your unique story.
Tailored Adventure Planning
I’ll help you design an unforgettable session by offering location suggestions, from iconic Sequoia vistas to the park’s secluded spots. Whether it’s an early morning sunrise among the giant sequoias or a golden hour moment in a peaceful grove, I’ll ensure we’re in the perfect place at the right time. I’ll also provide guidance on where to stay, what to bring, and how to make the most of your Sequoia experience.
Sequoia Adventure Sessions for Engagements, Proposals, and Families
We hired Alyssa for our Yosemite elopement and we couldn't have asked for a better photographer! Leading up to the elopement, Alyssa made sure to understand what we wanted out of the day and executed the day exactly how we envisioned it to be. She made sure we got all the photos that we liked when we were talking about inspiration photos. We took both sunrise and sunset photos, and she was absolutely down to do anything we wanted. She was super nice and sweet to work with and made sure we were comfortable the whole day. When we got our full gallery back (which was in about 3 weeks), we were blown away by all the photos and she captured all the memories and emotions of the day well. I would highly recommend Alyssa for any of your photography needs!
KIND WORDS
– C + V
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150+ five star reviews on google!
Alyssa made our honeymoon shoot at Yosemite truly magical. We are no models - in fact quite awkward with a camera! - but Alyssa made us feel so relaxed and managed to capture our raw moments perfectly.
Before shoot day, she also addressed our DMs very quickly and even scheduled a call to get to know us and note all our requests down. Alyssa is The Photographer for Yosemite. She knows the park very well, including all the private spots with the best sunlight and angles.
To Alyssa, thank you again for these wonderful memories. They will have a special place on the walls of our home! 🩷
KIND WORDS
– M + H
150+ five star reviews on google!
Alyssa was such a blessing on our Elopement day.
Who you trust to capture your wedding is a big decision. From the very beginning Alyssa took the time to get to know us and what was important to us. She gave great advice as we planned our elopement timeline, she was very responsive, and we never felt like we couldn’t reach out with questions. She also quickly provided an alternative site for our first look the day-of when our original plan wasn’t going to work. Hero!
Alyssa has so much love for people and the outdoors and it shows in how she captures it - beautifully done. She made us feel at ease and gave direction when it was needed - so important and results in better photos. She genuinely cared about us having photos we will cherish for many years. Alyssa is a wonderful person and gifted professional. We love our gallery and would re-book with her in a heartbeat!
KIND WORDS
– K + R
150+ five star reviews on google!
If you're on the fence about booking a session with Alyssa, let me be your voice of reason. BOOK THE SESSION!! Alyssa exceeded all of our expectations for our post engagement shoot! My fiance and I absolutely loved all of our photos! We especially loved the fact that we still look like us in our pictures, no over editing, which is exactly what we wanted! Not only is she great behind the camera but her personality helped us feel less nervous, and that definitely translated in our pictures! Our photos look like we are watching snippets of a romance movie, and we are so happy that we get to have these forever! Again thank you so much Alyssa, we will definitely be back to book another session with you!
KIND WORDS
– L + K
150+ five star reviews on google!
Our family photo session at Yosemite with Alyssa was a dream! We were newbies to the park and she guided us through all of the best locations and timed our sunrise shoot perfectly. She was able to capture beautiful photos, even with our kids' silly faces/poses and aversions to wet grass. Unfortunately, we are from the East Coast or we would hire Alyssa for all of our photography needs! We will definitely be recommending her to any and all of the people we know traveling to the Fresno area or any of the national parks. Book a shoot with Alyssa - you won't regret it!
KIND WORDS
– T Family
150+ five star reviews on google!
Alyssa is the BEST!!! Truly, she is passionate and caring about her clients. I was so nervous traveling from across the country for my wedding in California but she helped put my mind at ease about the entire elopement experience. She made me and my husband feel SO comfortable. She scouted out the location in advance to make sure the weather was ok for our big day and was constantly keeping me posted about the details. I LOVED working with her and hope to work with her in the future someday. If you are looking for a photographer to go the extra mile for your experiences, look no further! Book Alyssa immediately❤️
KIND WORDS
– A+ M
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150+ five star reviews on google!
If you are looking for an invested photographer to capture your special day, or even a shoot of your family, Alyssa is where it is at! She was amazing for our wedding, spending over 8 hours running around in 100 degree weather to capture every moment! She remembered to capture every scene that we had mentioned was important to us and did a beautiful job with the colors of the outdoors and getting the right angles. Not to mention receiving a personalized usb and wooden box for our memories after it is all said and done. You can count on her to be thoughtful, strategic, and bring a nervous bride some ease. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for amazing photos, I mean her portfolio speaks for itself.
KIND WORDS
– M + H
