Yosemite Valley Engagement Session

I photographed this fall engagement session in Yosemite Valley, as autumn color began to move through the valley and the crowds thinned from peak summer levels. We worked with crisp mountain air, soft seasonal light, and the scale of granite walls rising above us, letting the environment dictate a slower, more intentional pace throughout the session.

This Yosemite Valley engagement session reflects the contrast that fall brings to the park, golden meadows, changing leaves, and cooler tones set against iconic landmarks like El Capitan and Half Dome. The result is a set of engagement photos that feel grounded in time and place, capturing Yosemite in a quieter, more reflective season that emphasizes mood, space, and story over spectacle.