Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Yosemite & Sequoia Wedding Photographer
As a dedicated wedding and elopement photographer, I specialize in capturing authentic moments amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Yosemite, Sequoia, and the Sierra Nevada. My approach blends photojournalism with artistic storytelling, ensuring your photographs reflect the genuine emotions and unique character of your celebration. With over 330 weddings and 500 family portrait sessions documented since 2004, I bring extensive experience and a deep commitment to preserving your most meaningful memories.My open personality and sense of humor help create a relaxed atmosphere, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in your special day while I focus on crafting timeless images. Whether you're planning an intimate elopement or a larger celebration, my goal is to provide a personalized experience that results in a collection of photographs you'll cherish forever.
Services
Wedding Photography
Elopement Photography
Engagement Sessions
Family Portraits
Senior Portraits
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- Documentary-style photography capturing real, unposed moments
- Over 330 weddings and 500 family portrait sessions documented
- Specializes in Yosemite, Sequoia, and Sierra Nevada locations
- Open personality that puts subjects at ease instantly
- Combines photojournalism with dramatic landscape photography
Services
Wedding Photography
Documentary-style wedding photography capturing authentic moments in Yosemite and Sequoia. Our approach focuses on natural interactions and dramatic landscapes. With 18+ years of experience, we create timeless images that tell your unique story through a blend of photojournalism and artistic composition.
Elopement Photography
Specialized elopement photography services for couples seeking private ceremonies in Yosemite and Sequoia. We capture genuine emotions and scenic backdrops. Our flexible approach adapts to your vision, whether it's a two-person ceremony or small gathering, ensuring natural storytelling in iconic locations.
Engagement Sessions
Engagement photography sessions across Yosemite, Sequoia, and Central California locations. These sessions help couples build rapport with the photographer while creating memorable images. Our approach emphasizes natural interactions against scenic backdrops to capture your relationship's authentic essence.
Family Portraits
Documenting family milestones with a documentary-style approach. Sessions focus on genuine interactions and emotional connections. With experience in over 500 family portrait sessions, we create images that preserve authentic moments and relationships against meaningful backdrops.
Senior Portraits
Personalized senior portrait sessions capturing individual personalities. Our approach balances posed and candid elements to showcase character. Sessions utilize diverse locations to create images that reflect each graduate's unique journey and achievements.
People
Mark Janzen
Photographer
Professional wedding and family photographer based in Fresno, CA. Specializes in Yosemite and Sequoia weddings with a documentary style. 18+ years experience capturing authentic moments. Combines photojournalism with landscape photography for timeless storytelling.
Questions
What areas do you photograph weddings in?
Primarily Yosemite National Park, Sequoia National Park, Kings Canyon, and the Sierra Nevada region. Also available for weddings in Central California locations including Fresno, Oakhurst, and Paso Robles.
How would you describe your photography style?
A blend of documentary-style photojournalism and artistic landscape photography. Focuses on capturing authentic, unposed moments while utilizing natural surroundings to create emotionally rich, storytelling images.
How long have you been a wedding photographer?
Since 2004, with over 330 weddings and 500 family portrait sessions documented. Specializing in Yosemite and Sequoia weddings for over 18 years.
What's your approach to client interaction?
Friendly and personable style that helps subjects feel comfortable. Uses humor and openness to build rapport quickly, creating a relaxed atmosphere that allows natural moments to unfold during sessions.
What services do you offer besides weddings?
Engagement sessions, family portraits, and senior portraits. All services maintain the same documentary-style approach focused on capturing authentic moments and relationships in meaningful locations.
