Business Details
22 Years
experience
Yosemite Wedding & Elopement Photographer
Founded in 2004, Mark Janzen Photography specializes in capturing authentic moments through documentary-style wedding and family photography. With over 15 years of experience in Yosemite National Park and the Sierra Nevada region, the business combines photojournalism with landscape photography to create emotionally rich narratives. The owner, Mark Janzen, brings deep local knowledge of Yosemite's venues and seasonal conditions, having photographed over 400 weddings.Services emphasize natural interactions over posed shots, with a focus on adventure elopements and intimate ceremonies. The team prioritizes client comfort through personalized planning assistance and a relaxed, humorous approach that puts subjects at ease. All packages include high-resolution digital files and online galleries for client convenience.
Services
Wedding Photography
Elopement Photography
Family Portraits
Engagement Sessions
Senior Portraits
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- 15+ years photographing Yosemite weddings with 400+ completed events
- Documentary-style approach captures genuine emotions and interactions
- Local expert with intimate knowledge of Yosemite's best photography locations
- Personalized planning assistance for permits and logistics
- Adventure-focused sessions with flexible coverage options
What people say
Authentic moments captured
Local Yosemite expertise
Personalized service
Natural storytelling style
Flexible coverage options
Services
Wedding Photography
Documentary-style wedding photography capturing authentic moments in Yosemite and Sierra Nevada locations. Services include full-day coverage, preparation shots, and post-ceremony portraits. Ideal for couples seeking natural storytelling over posed photography. Packages range from 90-minute ceremonies to 6-hour adventure sessions.
Elopement Photography
Specialized elopement photography services for couples choosing Yosemite's scenic locations. Includes permit assistance, location scouting, and flexible coverage options. Photographer acts as local guide and storyteller, capturing emotional moments in natural settings. Available year-round with seasonal location recommendations.
Family Portraits
Outdoor family photography sessions emphasizing natural interactions and personality. Sessions focus on candid moments rather than posed shots, suitable for families with children of all ages. Available in Yosemite, Fresno, and surrounding areas with both urban and wilderness settings.
Engagement Sessions
Engagement photography sessions included with wedding bookings. Sessions capture couples' unique relationships in Yosemite's scenic locations. Provides practice for wedding day comfort with the camera while creating lasting memories of the engagement period.
Senior Portraits
Custom senior portrait sessions combining urban and rural settings in Fresno and Yosemite areas. Focuses on capturing individual personalities through lifestyle photography rather than traditional posed portraits. Sessions emphasize natural expressions and personal style.
People
Mark Janzen
Owner Photographer
Professional photographer since 2004 with 400+ weddings documented. Specializes in Yosemite weddings and family photography. Combines photojournalism skills with local knowledge of Sierra Nevada locations. Known for approachable style and ability to capture authentic moments.
Questions
What Yosemite wedding locations do you recommend?
Popular locations include Glacier Point, Ahwahnee Hotel, and Tuolumne Meadows. I provide location scouting and permit assistance to help couples choose ideal spots based on season and group size.
Do you offer engagement sessions?
Yes, engagement sessions are included with most wedding packages. These sessions help couples get comfortable with photography while creating memorable pre-wedding content in Yosemite's scenic locations.
What's included in your photography packages?
All packages include high-resolution digital files, online galleries, and location expertise. Coverage options range from 90-minute ceremonies to full-day adventures with preparation and portrait sessions.
How do we obtain Yosemite wedding permits?
I assist with permit applications through the National Park Service. The $150 permit covers weddings, elopements, and related sessions. I provide guidance on location restrictions and seasonal availability.
What's your photography style?
Documentary-style approach focusing on authentic moments rather than posed shots. Combines photojournalism techniques with landscape photography to create emotional narratives of weddings and family sessions.
Do you offer family photography sessions?
Yes, I specialize in outdoor family portraits capturing natural interactions. Sessions focus on children's personalities and family dynamics in Yosemite, Fresno, and surrounding areas' urban and wilderness settings.
Reviews (5)
Alicia Beam
Oct 03, 2021
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We would not have had our wedding without Mark. Not only did he take amazing photos, he helped us find a new location just days before our wedding was due to take place! Mark was very communicative and understood our vision for our wedding. He was able to find us a site in Kings Canyon National Park that was even better than our original plan! Mark walked the entire Zumwalt Meadow loop with us taking pictures along that way that we will cherish for our lifetime! We can't even begin to thank Mark enough, for helping us navigate a last minute change to capturing our perfect day so brilliantly.
Charles Bentz
Nov 24, 2020
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Mark was wonderful to work with as our wedding photographer. He is super knowledgeable of the areas in and around Yosemite, which made our big day go smooth and naturally for us. He was very flexible throughout the day and was a lot of fun to be with while taking photos.
Emily Mages
Apr 29, 2020
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Mark was fantastic to work with and the pictures we received are unreal! I'm glad we had Mark as a resource when planning our wedding in Yosemite. He helped us with every step of planning. For our big day he helped make everything a breeze. We received our pictures in only a few weeks and they are so beautiful and really tell the story of how our wedding went!
Katrina Wallace
Dec 11, 2019
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Mark is one of the most talented photographers I know. His images are always full of emotion and authenticity that is rare to find in wedding photography. He is also great at keeping the experience of being photographed light hearted and fun with his easy going personality and humor. You won't regret working with Mark!
Adam Burt
Dec 06, 2019
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Mark did amazing work and was a pleasure to work with! Rest assured, you'll be in good hands and you'll get great prints!
