Sunday, November 18, 2007

Christina + Mike

They were married on November 16th at Red Rock Crossing in Sedona. Their beautiful ceremony was performed by Rev. Andrew Murphy of Heart of Sedona Weddings.



Christina's parents and sister witnessed her wedding and offered touching readings during the ceremony.



I love this photograph of Mike and Christina as they listened to one of the readings.



The famous Cathedral Rock was the background for their wedding. It was a perfect November day. The sun was shining, the leaves were turning, and Oak Creek was sparkling.



After their ceremony, they were luminous!



And Mike was ever the gentleman.



This photograph and the one below were Christina's ideas and I love them!



Congratulations and thank you for the privilege of photographing your love.

Thursday, November 8, 2007

Beth + Mike

They were married on October 30th at the beautiful Amara Resort in Sedona by Rev. Andrew of Heart of Sedona Weddings.



The location was so beautiful with the red rocks in the background, Oak Creek down below, and the talented Brian David playing classical guitar.



Beth's dad and stepmom were both witnesses and wedding party. It was a lovely, intimate wedding.



I love this picture of Beth's dad watching her nuptials to Mike. He was really emotional and proud.



After the ceremony, we wandered down to the creek for some romantic portraits.



And then back up to Amara's courtyard for some fun. I wish I could remember the naughty thing that Mike said that brought out Beth's beautiful smile ... but it's probably better left to the imagination anyway.

Monday, November 5, 2007

Doneen + Mike

They were married on October 27th alongside Upper Red Rock Loop Road in Sedona. The location of Mike & Doneen's ceremony offered a beautiful view of Cathedral Rock.



They were joined by their parents, kids, and siblings for a beautiful wedding ceremony performed by Rev. Andrew.



I love this photograph. It looks like a magazine advertisement with the graceful embrace and the beautiful detail on Doneen's dress. I made this photograph right after Mike gave Doneen her ring during their ceremony. It is completely unposed. I wish that I could get this close during every wedding to photograph this beautiful moment.



We made this portrait after their ceremony while they alternated between kissing and laughing.



I love this detail of their rings.



A precious photo of the new family.

Saturday, November 3, 2007

Olga + David

They were married on October 23rd at Red Rock Crossing in a beautiful ceremony performed by Rev. Maria Grace. Olga and David traveled from Washington state to elope.



Oman Ken added to the occasion with his mystical music, which he has said is from many lifetimes.



We all felt so moved by Olga and David's union. It was as if they were the only ones in the world -- completely mesmerized by each other -- feeling every possible emotion in this moment.



Their love and their happiness was contagious.



Olga and David really enjoyed each other. I wish this kind of love for everybody!