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Yosemite & Texas Elopement Photographer & Videographer
Capturing Love in Texas | yosemite | worldwide
Whether you're shouting your love from a mountaintop, holding hands as you jump into a river in Yosemite, or hiking under the stars... I get it. Because I'm the same way.
I’ve been where you are. I knew I wanted something different, something focused on us. That’s what led me to elope with my partner.
Eloping is such a beautiful choice. And if it’s new to you, that’s totally okay. I’m here to help y’all every step of the way!
I want to remove the stress that comes with planning these adventures by:
Helping you plan your elopement
Assisting with securing necessary permits
Designing a timeline that fits you
Scouting locations for you to express your love
Giving you inside knowledge on how to successfully elope
Sharing vendor friends that takes things to the next level
Documenting your day exactly how it unfolds from your vision
Being a friend each and every step of the way
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Whether you're shouting your love from a mountaintop, holding hands as you jump into a river in Yosemite, or hiking under the stars... I get it. Because I'm the same way.
I’ve been where you are. I knew I wanted something different, something focused on us. That’s what led me to elope with my partner.
Eloping is such a beautiful choice. And if it’s new to you, that’s totally okay. I’m here to help y’all every step of the way!
I want to remove the stress that comes with planning these adventures by:
Helping you plan your elopement
Assisting with securing necessary permits
Designing a timeline that fits you
Scouting locations for you to express your love
Giving you inside knowledge on how to successfully elope
Sharing vendor friends that takes things to the next level
Documenting your day exactly how it unfolds from your vision
Being a friend each and every step of the way
Want to know more about exactly how I do these things?
"Rafael shot our engagement and wedding photos and we are so glad he did! On our wedding day we felt like he was a friend to us and we had an absolute blast and you can see in our photos just how much fun we truly had that day. He ultimately captured our day exactly as it happened and every time we look back we can feel all of the emotions that we felt on that day and we could never thank him enough for that."
Meg + Chris
Hey y'all!
Hey y'all!
Your experience with your elopement and making sure you enjoy every bit exactly how you imagine it is what I love.
I’m so glad you’re here. The fact that you’re thinking about telling your love story through photo and video already says so much about you. It’s an honor to be considered for something so meaningful.
I know the feeling and excitement of being able to begin planning your elopement in Yosemite National Park! I know this because it's exactly what me and my wife did back in 2019. I love to share all my little secrets about the park and make this journey y'all are heading on a stress free and relaxed adventure.
Hopefully you connect with my work from the stories that I have told and we can start a new one. I cannot wait to begin yours.
-Rafael Gamez
Not sure where to begin with your elopement? Well here's a start...
How exactly do I help you along the way?
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Helping you plan your elopement
I’m here to make eloping easy and fun for you. It’s all about enjoying a special moment with your partner in a beautiful place—no stress needed.
Whether you want a 3-day horseback trip in New Mexico or a mountaintop view in Yosemite, I’ll help make it happen. I’ll guide you with planning, permits, vendors, and picking the perfect spot—so your elopement is everything you’ve dreamed of.
Not sure where to begin with your elopement? Well here's a start...
How exactly do I help you along the way?
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Assisting with securing necessary permits
It might surprise you, but you need a permit to get married in U.S. National Parks. The good news? It’s easier than it sounds! Each park has its own rules and process, and I’ll guide you through it all—so you know exactly what to expect. It’s not as overwhelming as it seems!
Not sure where to begin with your elopement? Well here's a start...
How exactly do I help you along the way?
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Designing a timeline that fits you
Every elopement is different—because it’s all about you! That’s why a traditional wedding timeline doesn’t really work. I create a custom timeline that fits your vision and day perfectly.
With years of experience, I’ve learned what to plan for, like hiking or drive times that people often forget. I use all the research I’ve gathered to help make sure your day flows smoothly from start to finish.
Not sure where to begin with your elopement? Well here's a start...
How exactly do I help you along the way?
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Scouting locations for you to express your love
Your location should be as special as your love—that’s why finding the right spot matters. I’ll help you choose a place that feels right and share my knowledge of the best elopement locations.
I usually arrive a day early to explore the area, scout out hidden gems, and make sure everything's perfect. I also know a lot of great spots from past elopements and can give you the inside scoop on what they’re like!
Not sure where to begin with your elopement? Well here's a start...
How exactly do I help you along the way?
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Giving you inside knowledge on how to successfully elope
Elopements are all about the experience—and I’m here to help with that! Every elopement is different, but they all share one thing: the adventure should feel true to you.
I’ve been part of so many elopements and have tons of tips, ideas, and answers to help guide you. I’ll share helpful resources to make your whole experience—from the days before to after—fun, smooth, and totally you.
Not sure where to begin with your elopement? Well here's a start...
How exactly do I help you along the way?
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Sharing vendor friends that takes things to the next level
Planning an elopement in a new place can feel a bit overwhelming—especially when it comes to finding vendors you haven’t met. I’ve got you covered with a list of trusted vendors I’ve worked with or met in your area, so you can relax knowing you’re in good hands.
And if nothing on the list feels quite right, we’ll team up to find the perfect match for your day.
Not sure where to begin with your elopement? Well here's a start...
How exactly do I help you along the way?
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Documenting your day exactly how it unfolds from your vision
You have a vision, and my goal is to capture your day just as it happens. I stay in the background to catch real, honest moments as they unfold.
I’ll give gentle direction to help bring out natural reactions, but I won’t interrupt the experience. I know this is probably your first time doing something like this—and that’s totally okay! I’m here to guide you so you can relax and just enjoy it.
Not sure where to begin with your elopement? Well here's a start...
How exactly do I help you along the way?
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Being a friend each and every step of the way
I know I’ve said it before, but I really want this to be as easy and stress-free for you as possible. Hiring me isn’t just about getting a photographer—it’s like bringing a friend along.
I’ll be there to answer your questions, help you feel relaxed, take things slow, and have fun with you! We’ll laugh, hang out, and capture amazing memories along the way. This is more than just a photo session—it’s about creating something meaningful to look back on. I’ve got your back the whole way.
How exactly does this work?
We've made things pretty easy for you! So here's the 3 steps to take towards your elopement!
1. Reach out and let's talk about things
2. lets work together on your dream day
3. have an adventure
The very first step is to get on a call to go over all of your ideas whether they are fully formed or just a date! The whole point of the call is to hear exactly what you have dreamed up and for us to meet each other as well! Then we can jump into creating your day your way.
This is where get to work! We begin designing your elopement that completely represents the two of you! We will begin creating your timeline, finding the perfect locations, sharing my inside knowledge, my go-to vendors in your area and securing those permits. Everything we do together is specifically designed around you.
What else is there to say? The day is going to come and I make it my mission to make this as fun as possible! The adventure is the fun part and saying your "I do's" is an amazing bonus inside of it. I am going to be there to make sure you are as relaxed and confident as you can be. Because this is your elopement and you deserve it.
Reach out here and let's talk about your dream day!
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