The Blog
Location guides, real elopement days, and everything you need to plan yours — written by someone who’s been there.
Everything here was written for couples who are figuring this out for the first time.
These posts exist because planning an elopement from scratch is hard — and most of the information out there is either too generic to be useful or written to sell you something. I write about the locations I know deeply, the days I’ve documented, and the things couples wish someone had told them before they started planning.
Do You Need a Permit to Elope at Lake Tahoe? — AJ Photography
Lake Tahoe permit requirements for elopements in 2026 — by location, jurisdiction, and what AJ Photography handles for every couple.
What to Wear for a Lake Tahoe Elopement — AJ Photography
Honest outfit advice for your Lake Tahoe elopement — by location, season, and the elevation changes that catch most couples off guard.
What to Wear for a Yosemite Elopement — AJ Photography
Practical, honest advice on what to wear for a Yosemite elopement — by location, terrain, and season. From Armando at AJ Photography.
Do You Need a Permit to Elope in Yosemite? — AJ Photography
Everything couples need to know about Yosemite elopement permits in 2026 — costs, how to apply, what's covered, and how AJ Photography helps every couple navigate the process.
How to Elope at Lake Tahoe — The Complete Planning Guide (2026)
Everything couples need to plan a Lake Tahoe elopement — best locations, permits, seasons, and real planning advice from AJ Photography.
How to Elope in Yosemite National Park — The Complete Guide (2026)
Everything you need to plan a Yosemite elopement — permits, locations, timing, and what to expect. Written by an elopement photographer who knows the park.
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PLANNING YOUR OWN ELOPEMENT
I handle the permits, the timeline, and the logistics — so you can just show up and be in it. Reach out and tell me what you’re thinking.