Desert Born Studios

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $4,200

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $2,800

Offer from vendor

20% off Yosemite Elopements & Weddings

I moved to Yosemite in July! and to Celebrate I want to give any Yosemite Elopement a little gift.

About Desert Born Studios

Desert Born Studios

Wedding & Elopement Photographer

Desert Born Studios photographs elopements and intimate weddings for couples who want something real, wild, and deeply meaningful. Based in the West and fueled by open landscapes, rock-and-roll energy, and honest connection, we document your day as it unfolds dust on your boots, wind in your hair, and all the emotion in between. If you’re ditching tradition and choosing an experience over a production, you’re in the right place.

Our approach is rooted in trust and connection. We take time to truly know you, so when the day arrives, you don’t feel like you’re being photographed you feel like you’re living it. The result is imagery that’s honest, emotional, and deeply personal, not staged or performative.

Services

Services

  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital

Reviews

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  • romantic, cinematic, outdoorsy vibes

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    •Sierra M.•Jan 29

    Desert Born Studios was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From our first interaction, Sara and her team displayed a calm, clear, and reassuring communication style that put us at ease. They were responsive, thoughtful, and organized throughout the planning process, yet remained genuinely warm and personable. Sara's work is truly exceptional - her timeless, story-driven artistry captured the essence of our special day. She guided us effortlessly through the day, keeping everything stress-free while still managing to beautifully document the candid, emotional moments. Sara anticipated our needs and logistics before we did, allowing us to stay fully present and enjoy our wedding without worry. Sara is an exceptional photographer with an incredible eye for storytelling, balancing artistry with professionalism effortlessly. The experience felt seamless, and the final images exceeded every expectation. If you're investing in an adventure wedding photographer, Sara and Desert Born Studios are absolutely worth it.

  • The best

    •Verified review
    •Mia•Jan 28

    Sara is truly the best. My partner and I were so nervous for our elopement day since we’re not the most comfortable in front of a camera. Sara took the time to get to know us and in doing so we became friends and our elopement day felt so natural. She was so fun to work with and the photos came out amazing.

  • Adventure Fun

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    •Sierra•Jan 28

    We truly cannot recommend Sara and Desert Born Studios enough. From our first conversation to getting our gorgeous gallery back, she was warm, professional, and energetic every step of the way. Sara and her team have a top-tier, high quality approach that is so story-focused - they captured all the special moments of our day with a fun, lively energy. Sara went above and beyond, making sure my first look went exactly the way I wanted and even joining us on the dance floor to get amazing shots. Our photos are unreal and somehow still feel like us. We felt comfortable the entire time, even in the crazy outdoor conditions. 10/10 would hire her again in a heartbeat!

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