It's hard not to say something along the lines of "there's no words to describe how happy we are…read morewith Kate", and it seems like that's a common theme in her reviews - which should tell you something GREAT! Our Experience: To start, let's just say that even if Kate did not produce a single photo, we would have been thrilled with the day's experience, and just hanging out with her on our big day! We decided to book Kate for an adventure elopement, shooting from sunrise in Cook's meadow, until we watched the sun dip below the horizon at Sentinel dome. Despite how surreal eloping in Yosemite's grandeur was, Kate was there to position us, get us in the right spots and lighting, all in a way that felt completely natural. Kate didn't just take stereotypical wedding portraits, she captured every moment, silly, intimate, and spectacular, blending photography with storytelling. There are moments we didn't even realize she was there to capture - slinging her cameras at the ready (literally like John Wayne drawing his 6-shooters from the hip LOL)! For a couple with very few photos besides selfies, she made us look like pros, and most importantly, made it organic and fun. The Facts: Its easy for anyone to take a good photo in Yosemite. We saw several other wedding shoots during the day - trying to cram through tourists, and take the same photos as hundreds of other couples before them have. If that sounds good, DON'T book Kate. Kate provided a deep connection to Yosemite that only someone who literally grew up in the park could ever claim. Despite the full day shoot, she kept us on a plan to maximize every location, without feeling rushed. We booked Kate almost a year out. From the start, her communication was top level, helping us make decisions, plan, and remain calm! Every photo in our album is unique, not just a bunch of mediocre edits. We requested a few photos so we could print them for our family party a month later, and Kate found time to deliver our entire album! Kate didn't just take photos, she captured memories and moments that we'll be able to revlive when we look back at our magical day. When we are old and grey and our memories fade, we'll have these memories preserved because of Kate, and we're beyond grateful for that! There really are "no words to describe how happy we are with Kate", but if you are considering a Yosemite adventure, our two words are most indefinitely - " BOOK HER!"

Having Kate as our wedding day photographer was an absolute dream. We got married in Yosemite in…read moreApril and spent three hours the morning of the wedding getting pictures all over the valley and then Kate came back that afternoon for our ceremony. It was wonderful having someone know all of the good picture spots in the valley so we didn't have to worry about where to go or in what order to take any of the pictures. On top of that, Kate was the exact vibe we wanted for our wedding day - down to earth, relaxed, calm, and friendly. We aren't ones to ever get professional pictures done, but she made us feel relaxed in front of the camera and we truly had an enjoyable wedding morning with her. She rolled with it when we had already sent our rings off with the best man and she had to get pictures of them after the ceremony, and she was even the designated professional veil manager :). We have seen a few sneak peeks of our wedding photos so far and they are STUNNING. She perfectly captures the style we wanted, with a focus on the beauty of the Yosemite Valley while somehow still managing to capture the love my now husband and I share. If you're looking for someone who knows Yosemite like the back of her hand, someone who will be a calming presence on the biggest day of your life, and someone able to produce some epic pictures that will last a lifetime, Kate is your person!

She took senior portraits of my son and they turned out just the way I had hoped. The proofs came…read moreback very quickly. She even went above and beyond to get one proof to me even quicker, so I could print it for his graduation ceremony/celebration. We were just very pleased with the product and the entire experience!

Jen was amazing and so easy to work with. My toddler was being insane and she still managed to take…read morebeautiful photos. The unedited pics were so great, I can't wait to see what she does with the edits.

We did a family shoot with Kevin and it was a totally cool experience. Family photo shoots can be…read moretedious and awkward but ours turned into more of an outdoor family activity. His photos turned out awesome! His professional attitude and ability to put up with my crazy family was top notch! Thanks for capturing the memories in high def! -The Ward Family

Kevin added fun & good energy to my niece's wedding with his Photo Booth & props!…read more We planned this destination wedding by phone & email. Kevin was always quick to respond & follow through with everything he said he would do. We were very impressed with the final product and promptness in which it was delivered. Thank you, Kevin at High Sierra Photography for fun images we will treasure forever!

The photos seriously speak for themselves!!! Serafina killed my wedding photos in Yosemite. She…read moreknows Yosemite so well and is an expert when it comes to location, timing, and lighting. We started our photoshoot with sunrise photos and in order to capture the best lighting, we had to be patient while Mother Earth did her thang. It was completely worth it, the photos are magical. Serafina was communicative the entire time we waited and made sure we were ok with waiting. She also provided alternatives in case we didn't want to wait, but we placed our trust in her and it was the best decision I made that day lol. Weddings never go as planned and that was the case when it came to our ceremony (really the entire day lol). Road work, traffic, rain, tardiness.... patience is a MUST, and Serafina was so incredibly patient throughout the day. I appreciated that as it helped calm my nerves and allowed me to just go with the flow and have fun. In the midst of all the chaos, we had so much fun! I am truly thankful to have found Serafina and be able to work with her! She is so sweet, personable, kind, easy to talk to, and get along with (even my family loves her!). My husband and I were surprised at how comfortable the photoshoot was and I can honestly say this was thanks to Serafina. She provided such simple, easy to follow directions with poses...everything came off natural. We received our edited photos in 2 weeks and she was sooo good at keeping me in the loop by providing me updates. Everyone is obsessed with our wedding photos and gushes about her work. My aunt wants to get married again, just so Serafina can take her pics! She's that good. If you're looking for the perfect photographer, Serafina is your girl!!!!! I am now convinced I need her in my life to capture every milestone.

I chose Serafina because I've always admired how natural her work looked - from the "caught in the…read moremoment" shots of friends or lovers laughing, right down to the gorgeous lighting of the scene. I was highly satisfied with my graduation photoshoot taken by her, and not just because my photos came out drop dead gorgeous! I was impressed by the entire process of booking, paying, taking photos, and receiving the photos. Truly, Serafina is great with communication and customer satisfaction, well organized with payments, policy detail etc. She makes the entire process easy for you and completely stress free. You will know from the moment she arrives with her camera - ready for business - that she is professional and that you will truly get your moneys worth and so much more from her work. Not to mention, she is quick and speedy with the post editing process and you will get your photos quicker than you can say "can I take my makeup off now?" lol! It shows that even as a photographer, she invests great interest and consideration in each of her customers and is just as excited to share the photos as you are to see them. There are plenty of photographers for you to chose from, but truly none like Serafina. Her interpretation of the world and the way she captivates the moment is not like any other. Her work is a perfect blend of natural, caught-in-the-moment, and classy. I super duper highly recommend 100!

Unable to book with Tim, but he kindly gave us a great referral who we have booked for our session…read more 5 stars for Tim's prompt helpful response.

We cannot thank Tim and Cheryl enough for the most amazing photos from our wedding day…read more Planning an intimate destination wedding in Santa Barbara we knew we wanted a photographer who could capture the memories for us to share with our family and friends back home. Being a bit OCD, I interviewed over 70 photographers (seriously) and words cannot even begin to express how happy we are that Tim and Cheryl were there on our special day!! Tim and Cheryl are fun and professional they quickly put us at ease on our wedding day. They captured so many incredible moments and surprised us with some priceless ones of our families that we cannot even thank them enough for the brilliant photography!! Tim's photos not only captured the day but shared the memories and story of our wedding. Nearly a year later we still get comments on how beautiful our photos are. A close friend shared she still keeps our thank you card at her desk because the photos are so captivating and showcase our personalities and love for each other. We will forever be indebted to Tim and Cheryl. Thank you! I cannot recommend their talent enough they are phenomenal!!

Ryan was absolutely amazing! He stepped in to shoot our micro wedding on short notice and made the…read moreentire experience feel effortless. He listened to everything we wanted and brought our vision to life perfectly. The photos came out more beautiful than I ever imagined. Everyone who has seen them says they look like they came straight out of a magazine. We are so grateful and will treasure these photos forever!

We cannot recommend Ryan enough! He was truly incredible and went above and beyond throughout our…read moreentire wedding experience. We had three separate photo shoots, and each one was unique and stunning. First, he joined us on the mountain for a snowboarding session--spending two hours capturing us completely in our element with the most breathtaking mountain backdrops. Then on the morning of our wedding, he met us at sunrise for an offsite shoot across multiple scenic locations. Those photos turned out absolutely magical. And on the day of the wedding, he flawlessly captured every important moment--from beautiful candid shots to portraits of us and our guests. Not only is he extremely talented, but he's also just a genuinely great person--chill, personable, and such a calming presence to have around on a busy and emotional day. We're so grateful for everything he did to help us remember this time forever. Highly, highly recommend!

Jaymie was truly a joy to work with. Not only is she incredibly talented, but she is also so…read morethoughtful, kind, and fun! Jaymie helped me plan the location and time of day to propose to my girlfriend for the best shots and light, and made it all such a seamless process. As someone tends to be awkward on camera, she made it feel natural and fun, and got the most beautiful shots of our engagement. It was also lovely to learn more about her work and her connection with nature throughout our time together. If you're on the fence about who to hire, definitely definitely pick Jaymie!

Jayme was amazing! She deftly wrangled our family of 28 through a rapid fire series of family group…read moreshots and candids during dinner and cake. Highly recommend.

We recently had the pleasure of working with Sarah Photography for our engagement shoot in…read moreYosemite. I cannot recommend her highly enough! We contacted Sarah at the last minute hoping to capture this special moment in one of the most beautiful places on Earth. From the very first interaction she was incredibly accommodating and made us feel at ease. Sarah's professionalism and friendly demeanor made the entire experience enjoyable. She took the time to understand what we were looking for and offered creative suggestions that perfectly captured our vision. During the shoot she was so easy to work with She made us feel very comfortable in front of the camera. The final images are breathtaking! Each shot each photo captured our love for each other with the magical backdrop of Yosemite. We are very happy with the way she documented our engagement. If you're looking for a photographer who is not only skilled but also genuinely cares about her clients we highly recommend Sarah Photography.

I reached out to Sarah to do family photos for my husband's extended family while on vacation…read moretogether for Thanksgiving up in Coarsegold. she was quick to respond and answered any questions that I had making me feel very comfortable with choosing her to capture our family photos. She drove to our Airbnb and scoped out some areas for photos. She did a great job with the kids!

Carrie helped make the memories from my proposal lifelong. Her warmth and friendliness is rivaled…read moreonly by her sheer talent (and great prices)! I cannot say enough fantastic things about Carrie; if you need a photographer, look no further!

Carrie is a talented and creative photographer. She captures beautiful moments that you'll…read moretreasure for years to come. We have had the pleasure of working with her several times before so hiring her to do our wedding this June was a "no brainer". She was very attentive and worked efficiently before and during the entire event. Her kind nature and sense of humor helped our entire wedding party loosen up for after ceremony/pre-cocktail pictures. We gave her a list of "must have" shots which she made her priority and offered great additional ideas for other posses and candid shots. She provided a wonderful photo booth with props for our wedding reception that everyone enjoyed. The pictures were great quality and printed immediately for our photo album guest book. It was a great way to provide fun favors for our guests. Carrie's energy was so upbeat. Even our vendors got involved, it was great!

Brittany was superb the moment we spoke on the phone to plan a surprise proposal for my now…read morefiancée. I had a very specific place in mind to propose in Yosemite and Brittany was able to find the perfect spot for us. She went above and beyond by scoping out the exact spot a couple times throughout the month of planning we had. Her communication and flexibility was super appreciated. Closer to the proposal date, she even went down to the actual spot and gave me a plethora of options with different potential angles of the proposal shot. I was so happy and relieved that I had all these great options to choose from. She sent me tons of videos and photos explaining how to get to the spot and where to stand. On the day of the proposal, Brittany was there early and ready to capture the moment. And capture the moment she did indeed. The photo of the exact moment of the proposal came out better than I could have ever imagined! Seriously, I literally said "Holy ****" out loud. I know I'm hyping up this photo a lot but I'm not going to show it in this review. You'll just have to book Brittany to get your own amazing photos! Brittany was an absolute thrill to take photos with for the rest of the morning session we had with her. She was fun, easy to talk with, and super creative with her ideas for poses and action shots. We laughed a lot when we went through the final photos and this is exactly the feeling I was hoping to get. You can just tell that there's a certain level of passion and detail Brittany brings to the table when it comes to photography. She also knows Yosemite like the back of her hand as she took us to amazing spots and also recommended us some great trails to hit afterwards! If you're like me and you're looking for a photographer for a proposal, wedding, or anything and you have no idea who to book or what to look out for, just go with Brittany. I guarantee you're in good hands. She will 100% capture those moments you'll think of when you're older.

A couple days ago, I had a session with Brittany for maternity photos and it was such a fun…read moreexperience! I am pretty shy in front of the camera and Brittany really made me feel comfortable and truly turned the session I was so nervous about, into a session that was so fun and would love to do again! She was on top of communication from the start, which I also appreciated. Great experience all around and can't wait for another session!!