Santa Cruz & Big Sur Elopement Team: Officiant + Photographer |
Meet Your Elopement Dream Team: Donna & Rebecca
Rebecca & Donna
Planning an elopement in Santa Cruz, Monterey Bay, or Big Sur means stepping into some of the most breathtaking natural landscapes in California — ancient redwood forests, dramatic coastal cliffs, soft sandy beaches, and hidden mountain overlooks.
But what truly transforms an elopement into an unforgettable experience is having the right team beside you.
Video from a Seascape elopement.
At Elope Santa Cruz & Monterey Bay, you don’t just receive professional services — you receive a deeply supportive, heart-centered team who knows the Central Coast inside and out - because we live here!
Let us introduce your dream duo…
Rebecca Stark - Rebecca Stark's love of photography began early in life, when she discovered that a single image could tell an entire story. That spark led her to pursue a degree in photography, where she refined her technical skills and deepened her artistic vision.
Not long after graduating, Rebecca had the privilege of being mentored by an extraordinary photographer who opened her eyes to something greater — the art of showing the hearts of couples on the day they say their "I do's." It was during this time that she truly found her calling.
Twenty years ago, Rebecca launched her own photography business and has since helped over 1,000 couples with capturing the genuine emotion and beauty of their cherished day. Her keen eye for detail, light and shadow, and natural gift for photographic storytelling mean every image she creates is more than just a photograph — it's a timeless reflection of your love story.
When you choose Elope Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay, you're placing your most precious memories in the hands of someone who will treat you with the care and artistry you deserve.
Donna Rose - Donna Rose discovered her passion for helping couples cross the threshold into marriage in 2011 — but her journey to that calling began even earlier. In 2010, Donna was ordained as a Minister of Walking Prayer after completing two years of dedicated coursework through the Center for Sacred Studies. It was there, guided by the wisdom of the 13 Indigenous Grandmothers and her beloved mentor Jyoti, that Donna embraced a profound truth: we are all here to be an expression of love, across every background, culture, and belief.
When Donna performed her very first wedding ceremony, something remarkable happened — she knew she had found her true calling. That ceremony was a revelation, igniting a deep and lasting commitment to helping couples create moments that are rich in sentiment, reflective of their unique love, and filled with joy. Because after all - Love brings sweet honey in the heart and into our lives.
Since that transformative day, Donna has had the honor of marrying many hundreds of couples from all walks of life, each one holding a special place in her heart. She brings to every ceremony a deep reverence for the individuality of each couple and a genuine belief that love in all its forms deserves to be celebrated beautifully.
At the heart of everything Donna does is a simple, but powerful belief — that when two people join together in deeper commitment in marriage, they are bringing more love into the world. And what better thing could there possibly be than that?