ELOPEMENT PACKAGES IN CALIFORNIA'S MOST ICONIC DESTINATIONS

SPECIALIZING IN BIG SUR, TAHOE, AND YOSEMITE

Your dream elopement expertly planned in 30 days with a photographer ready to document every moment.

You want to feel comfortable. You want to be present. You don’t want to perform. You’ll be gently guided in a way that feels natural, then given space to just be together. Every moment is approached with care, allowing real connection to come through. What you receive won’t just be a gallery. It will be a living memory—honest, emotional, and deeply you.

Photography That Lets You Be Yourselves


Everything comes together in 30 days. You don’t need a location picked out. You don’t need a vision in place. You can come to us with nothing figured out, and we’ll guide you through every step with clarity and care.

We know these landscapes well, but more importantly, we know how to listen. Our team helps you shape a day that feels peaceful, connected, and true to who you are

Planning That Feels Peaceful and Clear

You’ve never done things just to follow tradition. Every decision you make is thoughtful, aligned, and rooted in something deeper. Your elopement should feel the same.

It’s the presence of those who’ve been part of your story. Feeling the weight of your commitment. Looking into your partner’s eyes and knowing—this is exactly how you wanted to begin your marriage.

Your day will be slow and unrushed. Quiet and meaningful. It will hold space for stillness, for emotion, for laughter that rises without effort. Every part of it is created with care, so you can stay present in each moment, knowing it reflects who you are and how you love.

your elopement Rooted in Presence, Not Pressure

Hi, I’m Dana, and I founded Ascend Together Co. to help couples create meaningful, grounded wedding days that feel like them from beginning to end.

We specialize in planning calm, intentional elopements that prioritize connection—to each other, to nature, and to the loved ones who matter most.

With deep roots in California and a personalized approach to every elopement, our team is here to support you with presence, care, and planning that flows with you.

Dana

MEET THE FOUNDER

- Chelsea Aydelott

Eloping in an area you are unfamiliar with can be challenging and Dana did an amazing job figuring EVERYTHING out for us. She gave us SOOO many options for a small family elopement and scheduled the entire timeline of the day.

If you're looking for an amazing photographer look no further

-g & k

Working with Dana was amazing! Our original wedding plans were rescheduled and then canceled due to the pandemic, so we decided to switch gears and elope. All of my planning and research had been for an intimate ceremony so I didn't really know where to start for an elopement, Dana walked us through the whole process and helped us plan everything in less than 2 months. Working with her was like getting a photographer and planner in one! She had so many helpful guides and suggestions, she walked us through the permitting process in Yosemite and showed us what was possible to do with our day. Having her expertise took so much of the stress out of planning and all of the photos turned out amazing. Plus she had a few photos edited and ready for us to share in just a day instead of waiting for the full gallery. Would recommend her service to anyone looking for a fun, stress free elopement.

Having the expertise took so much of the stress out of planning

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Don't settle for a thrown together day that should honor your love story

YOUR DREAM ELOPEMENT PLANNED IN 30 DAYS

with a photographer ready to document every moment

You want to

GET MARRIED SIMPLY WITHOUT THE PERFORMANCE, BUT...

You know planning comes with handling family expectations, researching the right vendors. navigating unfamiliar locations, and making sense of all the legalities and logistics.

What seemed simple at first quickly turned into an overwhelming list of decisions

You’ve already tried to piece together your elopement through endless blogs, social posts, and google searches. Instead, you need an elopement expert who truly understands how to make your day meaningful and will photograph each moment to create a living memory.

That's where we come in...

EXPERT PHOTOGRAPHY & PLANNING in california's most iconic landscapes

EXPERIENCED ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER READY TO DOCUMENT YOUR DAY

EXPERT PLANNER HANDLING EVERY ASPECT OF YOUR ELOPEMENT

mindful budget & vendor booking strategy to support your dream day

UNLIMITED ELOPEMENT support & consults 

all so you can focus on what matters most while being totally present on your wedding day

Big Sur - Tahoe - Yosemite

WE WILL DO THE REST!

a DAY FOR YOU, NOT A PEFORMANCE FOR OTHERS

You bring the vision

wHERE DO YOU WANT TO ELOPE?

elopement packages & pricing

 Planning & Photography

BIG SUR

TAHOE

YOSEMITE

Cherish and preserve the feelings and emotions from one of the most memorable days of your life through high quality and candid documentation.

• Full Online gallery of High Quality Edited Images
• Travel Included

6+ HOURS OF PhotographY COVERAGE

$9000 or $1,500/m

Be present and enjoy your engagement and elopement day with your partner while we handle the planning, coordination, and logistics to design a day that reflects you.

• Vendor Research & Management
• Timeline & Travel Design
• Budget Planning & Strategy
• Unlimited Consults



Your Personal Elopement Day planner

What's included:

BIG SUR

elopement package

schedule your planning consultation

• Choosing experiences that feel like you—luxury picnic, paddle boarding, meditation, or anything that fills your day with connection and adventure.

• A timeline that supports presence—not pressure—so you can actually enjoy the moments as they happen.

• Feeling fully alive—connected to each other and adventuring the beauty of Big Sur




ONE-OF-A-KIND BIG SUR ELOPEMENT including:

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TAHOE

ELOPEMENT PACKAGE

Cherish and preserve the feelings and emotions from one of the most memorable days of your life through high quality and candid documentation.

• Full Online gallery of High Quality Edited Images
• Travel Included

6+ HOURS OF PhotographY COVERAGE

$9000 or $1,500/m

Be present and enjoy your engagement and elopement day with your partner while we handle the planning, coordination, and logistics to design a day that reflects you.

• Vendor Research & Management
• Timeline & Travel Design
• Budget Planning & Strategy
• Unlimited Consults



Your Personal Elopement Day planner

What's included:

schedule your planning consultation

• Choosing experiences that feel like you—luxury picnic, paddle boarding, meditation, or anything that fills your day with connection and adventure.

• A timeline that supports presence—not pressure—so you can actually enjoy the moments as they happen.

• Feeling fully alive—connected to each other and adventuring the beauty of Tahoe.




ONE-OF-A-KIND TAHOE ELOPEMENT including:

Cherish and preserve the feelings and emotions from one of the most memorable days of your life through high quality and candid documentation.

• Full Online gallery of High Quality Edited Images
• Travel Included

6+ HOURS OF PhotographY COVERAGE

$9000 or $1,500/m

Be present and enjoy your engagement and elopement day with your partner while we handle the planning, coordination, and logistics to design a day that reflects you.

• Vendor Research & Management
• Timeline & Travel Design
• Budget Planning & Strategy
• Unlimited Consults



Your Personal Elopement Day planner

What's included:

yosemite

elopement package

schedule your planning consultation

• Choosing experiences that feel like you—luxury picnic, paddle boarding, meditation, or anything that fills your day with connection and adventure.

• A timeline that supports presence—not pressure—so you can actually enjoy the moments as they happen.

• Feeling fully alive—connected to each other and adventuring the beauty of Yosemite




ONE-OF-A-KIND YOSEMITE ELOPEMENT

ready for some epic fun?

Simplify your decision making in one call. Where you will meet with your expert elopement planner to choose your location, guests, budget vendors, and all the details that makeup your dream day. After you'll receive your personalized elopement experience to finalize your details. 

ELOPEMENT PLANNING CALL

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Leading up to your day your expert elopement planner will check-in monthly to remind you of any small elopement details, to send mindfulness and connective resources, and be ready to support you!

CONTINUOUS SUPPORT

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Experience your stress-free elopement day guided by our photographer, ensuring a peaceful and seamless celebration. Simply enjoy the love-filled moments while we capture your day, preserving each detail for a lifetime of living memories.

your dream Elopement

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After your elopement, the anticipation builds as we prepare to deliver your photo and video gallery. Relive every magical moment with joy and share the love digitally or at a heartfelt celebration with loved ones.

rELIVE YOUR DAY!

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We'll offer creative ideas, show you what’s possible, and guide you step by step in crafting a day that’s unique to you. You’ll leave the call with a clear plan, feeling confident and excited about how effortless and authentic your elopement day will be.

COMPLIMENTARY CONSULTATION

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our simple process

Here's how it works

for a peacefull elopement

FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS

We only need a couple hours of coverage—can you accommodate?

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You want to keep things simple, we get it. You don't need a watered down wedding to keep it simple. You can keep it simple, while having your dreamiest elopement day fully documented because you'll have the full support of our expert elopement team. Our 6-hour coverage provides the perfect amount of time to capture everything, from your private vows and first dance to exploring California’s stunning landscapes, while also enjoying meaningful moments with family, ensuring every part of your day is fully experienced without feeling rushed.

What if we don't have any vision or details in place?

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You don’t need to have every detail figured out. In just our free consultation call you'll have a clear vision of your dream elopement. After submitting your inquiry form, you’ll have a free consultation call, where you’ll be supported in creating an elopement vision that reflects your true priorities and values. We'll offer creative ideas, show you what’s possible, and guide you step by step in crafting a day that’s unique to you. You’ll leave the call with a clear plan, feeling confident and excited about how effortless and authentic your elopement day will be.

What if we want to include family or friends in our elopement?

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Including family while keeping the day intimate and true to you can be a challenge when facing it alone. You won't be weighed down by opinions and guilt, you’ll know how to set boundaries and communicate confidently with our team by your side. From announcing your elopement, responding to challenging family members and getting creative with how to include your loved ones. With a guest limit of 20, we’ll guide you in choosing the right people to include mindfully. We’ll help you find special ways to involve guests who are and who are not in attendance.

What vendors included in the package price?

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Your expert elopement planner and 6 hours of photography coverage are included. In our guided onboarding process you'll build your desired vendor team based on budget and priorities. 

You won't have to juggle the research, budget inquiry process with each vendor. We make it easy by researching and finding quality vendors for you through our vendor screening process. All you have to do is sign the contract and pay the invoice to secure your vendor. 

View our service info here in the Pricing Section. We only specialize in California Elopements.


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