Jenni Goldman Photographs

Lilian Josephine

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 22:45:00 +0000

Happy 2009!

I just got back from Dallas where we celebrated the holidays with Ron's family. And while I was there I photographed the beautiful Lilian Josephine who is 3 months old and so cute.

Nothing makes me happier than witnessing and photographing love ... from Jackie & Mike's wedding in 2006 to their first baby. Congratulations!

Ruby May

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 17:34:00 +0000

She was born the morning of November 14th! And we are so happy that she is finally here!

Thank you Rose-Lynn for this beautiful sentiment while we were so impatiently waiting for Ruby's arrival ...

I'm holding the vision for your easy and swift delivery of your vibrantly healthy little girl, in the perfect alignment of the cosmos and the heavens, at the exactly right moment to fulfill all that she is on her way to do here as the new star in your family. And I hold the vision of perfect love ushering her in.

And a thank you to all of our clients who's weddings we photographed this past year, who so graciously allowed us to document a momentous occasion in your life while we were experiencing our own.

Wedding Album

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 16:56:00 +0000

Hi Jenni,
I wanted to let you know that we received our BEAUTIFUL photo albums last night. They were well worth the wait!!! Thank you for all the time you put into it, we will treasure them forever.
Big hugs, Susana

This is one of our favorite spreads from the custom album Susana helped me to design. Susana & Shawn submitted their favorite photos for their wedding albums to me in August and had their albums less than 8 weeks after approving their album designs!

Susana & Shawn's beautiful wedding was in April 08 with a ceremony at Church of the Red Rocks in Sedona and reception at the Sedona Golf Resort. The portraits above were photographed at the Sedona Golf Resort. Here is a quick link to more of their gorgeous photographs from their wedding.

Happy Halloween

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 08:03:00 +0000

I was lucky to be able to join Lola last night as she went Trick-or-Treating.

(Our new baby hasn't arrived yet and we are impatiently waiting ... waiting ... waiting.)

Lola is a dinosaur (or dragon?) -

Cute from the back too!

And here she is in action ... getting as much candy as possible ... so that we can argue with her all night that she can't really eat it :)

Thank you!

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 10:31:00 +0000

Hi Jenni,
Lee and I received the DVD. We haven't looked at the DVD yet, but I did see the pics online. They are awesome! We want to thank you so much for capturing our special day and supplementing our memories. You were a pleasure to be around... You and your husband did such a fantastic job, and we are both immensely pleased with the results! Thank you so much!!
Take care
Jessica

Jessica + Lee

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 10:38:00 +0000

They were married on October 5th at the beautiful Agave of Sedona.

Ron photographed their stunning rings.

Lee's sister helps him get ready.

Jessica is helped by her bridesmaids.

Rev. Suzanne of Intimate Sedona Weddings performed a lovely ceremony.

Jessica + Lee had a sand ceremony with Sedona's red rocks as their gorgeous background. The weather couldn't have been any more perfect.

The perfect kiss ... from a photographer's appreciative bias (long enough to capture the moment and without a minister in the background) ... but I think Jessica + Lee would probably agree (even without my descriptive commentary).

I love this photo of Jessica's bridesmaids right after the ceremony. I love how palatable the joy is!

I always ask if the couple has any ideas, visions, dreams about how they would like to be photographed. And Jessica said that she would love to be dipped. And Lee romantically obliged. Wow!

Another beautiful portrait as newlyweds. Flowers were designed by Mt. High of Sedona.

I love photographing receptions at the Agave of Sedona. I love the food, the unique design of each wedding, the Agave crew, the view ... and I adore the cheese table. My mom is having her wedding reception there next year and I am begging her to have the cheese table :)

Ron saw this unbelievable photograph as Jessica + Lee were waiting to make their grand entrance to their reception. The light created a perfect silhouette.

Their first dance. Music was played by the talented Bobby Russell of Sedona Sounds.

A wonderful moment between mother and son as they danced.

Nothing could be better than watching a dramatic sunset as you enjoy a delicious meal surrounded by friends and family on your wedding day! Congratulations Jessica + Lee! We wish you the best!

Fanny + Josh

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 20:54:00 +0000

They were married on September 27th at the Sedona Heritage Museum with a super fun reception at the Agave of Sedona right after.

I loved the attire for Josh & each groomsment! They each also had cuff links for their favorite teams.

Josh during the processional.

Fanny's sister during the processional.

Fanny being escorted by her mom and dad.

Their ceremony was performed by one of their best friends.

I love Fanny's expression while she gently places the ring on Josh's finger.

The red rock view from the Sedona Heritage Museum is beautiful. I love this wedding portrait of Fanny & Josh with their Boston Terrier Rosie.

Fanny's beautiful bouquet and all of the flowers at their wedding were designed by Josh's talented mother.

Then everyone took the Sedona Trolley to the Agave for the reception, which started out with a sunset cocktail hour, more dramatic red rock views, and the most spectacular appetizers I've ever seen (or tasted) at a wedding ... that kept coming and coming and coming! And then Josh & Fanny's first dance as husband and wife.

Fanny's father offered a hilarious performance during the toasts that easily lasted 20 glorious minutes ... I thought it was especially funny when he said that his friends were all surprised to receive wedding invitations. Fanny & Josh have been together for more than a decade so they had all assumed they were already married :) That was followed by more heartfelt offerings (and crazy funny stories) from both Fanny & Josh's siblings and his parents.

Fanny's reaction was shared by all and made for a really fun reception. Congratulations Fanny & Josh ... and here is to many, many, many more decades of shared laughter!

Thank you!

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 14:30:00 +0000

I woke up this morning to this beautiful letter from a wonderful couple that I photographed last spring. They just received their wedding album ...

All we can say is WOW!! The album is truly outstanding. Thank you for your expertise. The picture choices are wonderful. The color selections, the sepia "old fashioned tones", the jump off the page clarity - all over the top. Beautiful from cover to cover. Something we are gonna actually pull out from time to time because it's just so nice to look at!! It has really been a pleasure having you for a photographer & as part of our wedding - very personal & special. Thank you. Bruce & Lucy

Here are a few spreads from their album ...

Lisa + Curt

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 11:18:00 +0000

They were married on September 26th at Church of the Red Rocks in Sedona with a reception at the Agave of Sedona.

Lisa's friends from medical school ... I love this photo! They helped Lisa get ready at El Portal, a charming hacienda in Sedona.

It was a spectacular autumn day in Sedona and the view of the red rocks from the church was perfect as Lisa is escorted down the aisle by her father.

Ron photographed Curt as he saw Lisa for the first time.

Sealing their vows ... and I just have to say that it is the very special minister who will move out of the way during the ceremony for this photograph and I appreciate Reverend Dave for doing so!

Ron and I always have a good time photographing weddings together but Lisa and Curt were so fun that we felt really lucky to be there. Curt is goosing his brother as he signs their marriage license.

We drove up Schnebly a bit for some romance ...

... and more.

Lisa's gorgeous flowers were created by Bliss Extraordinary Floral.

Ron took this photo of Lisa's beautiful eyes and the necklace her mother gave her as a memory of her brother.

Their reception at the Agave of Sedona looked spectacular - they really went all out!

Their first dance together was so sweetly choreographed that you couldn't help but smile.

Lisa and Curt's delicious and beautiful cake was designed by Sedona Sweet Arts.

The way they looked at each other all day and night makes you so happy that they found each other!

Erika + David

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 09:14:00 +0000

They were married on September 21st, the autumn equinox, at the stunning L'Auberge de Sedona.

I love how David was escorted by his parents!

Their ceremony was hilltop at L'Auberge where the red rock view is spectacular. Shanti performed their wedding ceremony.

The sand ceremony.

David's wonderful reaction while Erika recited her wedding vows. So much joy ...

David was kind enough to shlep a ladder to his wedding for me to photograph all of their guests. That's Ron's hand (my husband and co-shooter) in the foreground as he inspires the crowd. You'll be happy to know that he isn't in all of their photographs :)

Their beautiful rings.

I absolutely love this photo; it encompasses so much. Erika and David are expecting their first daughter one month after I am expecting my second.

We ventured down to Oak Creek for more romantic portraits. The beautiful flowers were provided by David's aunt Faxon Green.

All of their guests were provided with transportation by Sedona Trolley. This photograph was taken as they arrived to their reception at the Agave of Sedona, with its own spectacular views and cuisine - I can't say enough about their cheese table. Erika and David's cake was created by Sedona Sweet Arts.

I've been really blessed this wedding season to meet and photograph such fabulous people. Before David and Erika even booked me to photograph their wedding, David hooked me up with a day of snowboarding at Snowbowl in Flagstaff. At their wedding, Ron and David realized they lived at one of Colorado's ski resorts at the same time and probably passed each other on the lifts. It's a small and very cool world!

Amy + Jeff

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 08:11:00 +0000

They were married on September 13th at the beautiful Los Abrigados Resort and Spa of Sedona.

Their ceremony was at the Hart Garden and their adorable flower girl and ring bearer arrived early.

Amy and her dad wait for the ceremony to begin. I love this photo because it evokes so much ... the excitement of a wedding about to begin, having the support of your dad, and the threshold between an old life and a new.

Maria Grace of Two Hearts One Life Weddings performed a wonderful ceremony and Oman Ken provided beautiful music.

I love the portraits of Jeff and Amy ... they are so true.

We wandered down to Oak Creek and enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere of water, trees, and grass.

We brought along Amy's best friend and maid of honor to make Amy laugh. (I can't repeat their jokes but Amy wasn't the only one laughing!)

Amy requested this beautiful portrait of her bouquet and silhouette.

Their beautiful bling.

Sunset dinner at the Hart Garden at Los Abrigados was gorgeous. Amy and Jeff's table settings were amazing.

Some fun details ...

Their very cool napkin ring.

Amy and her bridesmaids ... laughing at Amy's dad's toast explaining the virtues of going from a free spirit to middle class. I think he tried to name all of Amy's ex-boyfriends (that he knew about.)

And Chihuahua ... enjoying the festivities as Jeff danced with his mom.

Congratulations Amy and Jeff!

Lola

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 21:55:00 +0000

It's Lola's grandma's birthday and of course, she requested pictures. And Lola happily obliged. I don't photograph Lola that often so it's still fun for her ... for the first 10 minutes.

She helped herself to an apple from our tree.

And obviously enjoyed it.

I don't actually remember her giving me this heartbreaking pout -- the magic of the camera's motordrive. But I'm glad to have documented this priceless expression.

Happy Birthday Mama!

Kelley + Matt

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 10:27:00 +0000

They were married on August 30th at Los Abrigados Resort & Spa in Sedona.

Kelley's mom and daughter helped her get ready.

Matt helped his brother get ready. While I was taking this picture I was thinking about what they were like as little brothers and if this was a great opportunity for Matt to get payback. Alas ... he was very gentle with his brother's tie.

They had a beautiful creekside ceremony with flowers created by Mt. High Floral in Sedona.

The flower girl was adorable!

Matt looked mesmerized by his bride Kelley.

An emotional moment after the ceremony with the friend who introduced Kelley to Matt.

It was raining while we stole away for some romantic portraits but it looks like a glorious spring day at Oak Creek.

Every bride is worried about the weather on her wedding day ... will it be too hot or too cold ... but I've always heard that if it rains on your wedding day it will bring you good luck.

I love this joyful photo when they cut the delicious and beautiful cake created by Sedona Sweet Arts.

This was one of the most amazing moments I've photographed at any wedding ... there were bubbles on all the guest tables at the reception and during Kelley & Matt's first dance their guests surrounded them with bubbles. It was completely spontaneous and magical!

And their party progressed with a Congo Line that had all the guests dancing and laughing. Congratulations Kelley & Matt!

Courtney + Truett

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 17:57:00 +0000

They were married on 8.8.08 at L'Auberge de Sedona.

The gorgeous bride with her father being escorted to her wedding ceremony.

Truett waited 40 long minutes for his beautiful bride.

They say it's good luck if it rains on your wedding day, so Courtney & Truett must be very, very lucky. It didn't just rain, it was a spectacular August monsoon. Kara, Meghan and their staff at L'Auberge did a wonderful job of smoothly moving the wedding ceremony inside to the lovely Creek House. In this photograph, Courtney's father is doing a reading.

Courtney was all smiles during the ceremony.

Truett didn't take his eyes off his bride.

One of my favorite people, Margaret VanDamme performed the ceremony with thoughtfulness and grace. The very talented musician Brian David played the guitar.

And then they were announced husband and wife -- and this sweet moment between them.

Congratulations Courtney + Truett!

Rachel + David

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 22:12:00 +0000

They were married at L'Auberge de Sedona on July 24th.

Their beautiful creekside ceremony was performed by Anthony Flesch of Weddings in Sedona.

Bliss Extraordinary Floral created the gorgeous arrangements.

Rachel moved from Australia to be with her husband David in Arizona. Her daughter and mother traveled here for the wedding.

And my favorites ... the romantic portraits.

Their eyes totally sparkled.

David liked to call Rachel his beautiful hippie and he laughed at her bare feet. She did wear shoes for the ceremony and reception but I'm sure she would have preferred not to :) Congratulations and best of luck!

Sue + Steve

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 09:50:00 +0000

They were married on July 12th at Los Abrigados Resort in Sedona.

Sue was surrounded by friends and family as she was dressed for her wedding. A few of the girls were treated to Liz Margin with a gorgeous job on make-up.

Sue is accompanied to her wedding ceremony by her brother. It was raining a touch but you couldn't tell by her smile.

Steve's first glimpse of Sue coming down the aisle. Ron took this fabulous photo. I love how Steve's mom is beaming in the foreground!

Their creekside ceremony was performed by Sue's good friend.

Yeah, they're married!

Sue with her bridal party. Her twin sister is on her right side.

The adorable flower girls.

After their ceremony, we had permission to make a few portraits at the El Prado gallery at Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village in Sedona. Their sculpture garden is amazing.

This photo is so Steve. He is super funny and fun to be around. Sue & Steve make a great couple. Ron & I were really lucky to get to know them at their engagement photo session in the spring at Red Rock Crossing. A lot of couples we don't actually meet until we show up to photograph their wedding. So this was a real treat because we felt like we were photographing friends.

One of my favorite locations at Tlaquepaque... ahhhh the romance.

Steve's mom checking out Steve's wedding ring. I met Steve's mom while she and Sue were in Sedona planning the wedding. I was really moved by how supportive and excited she was for her son to marry Sue.

The cake cutting was a little surprising. I wonder if everyone expected Steve to be silly with the cake but it was actually Sue who started it (and got most of it.) She was a great sport though and didn't let cake in her hair or ears or everywhere spoil her beautiful reception. Their beautiful cake was created by Sedona Sweet Arts.

Ron took this great photo of the reaction to the cake cutting.

Summer Solstice

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:23:00 +0000

Jennifer & Jason were married on June 21st at a gorgeous private residence in Oak Creek Canyon in Sedona.

Jennifer & Jason blended their families to include three daughters and a son. All three girls took turns helping Jennifer button up her dress. This is a photo with Audrey. Jennifer's make-up was done by Liz Margin.

The flower girls ... Alyson, Audrey, and Hailey.

The ceremony was performed by the lovely Maria Grace of Two Hearts One Life Weddings of Sedona. The location was gorgeous and perfect for the 37 kids that attended the wedding, and as a side note has a very special place in my heart. When I first started visiting Sedona with my parents in the 90's, we would stay at a beautiful B&B called Castle in the Canyon, which is now this private residence and the site of Jennifer & Jason's wedding.

Jennifer & Jason and their four kids all participated in a sand ceremony that represented the beautiful start of a new family.

After the ceremony, some beautiful portraits ... Andrew & Jason.

The cutest girls ever.

The newlyweds enjoying a moment at Oak Creek.

At the reception, there was the most amazing candy table for the kids. Andrew thought it was the best thing ever!

Their reception was fairytale. The design and catering was created by the amazing Rosalie's of Sedona, beautiful flowers by Bliss Extraordinary Floral, and a delicious cake with white chocolate cigars by Sedona Sweet Arts.

Almost 2

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 01:41:00 +0000

Sweet Lola is almost two. I've been wanting to take photos of her at Page Springs for awhile now and today we bravely ventured off with our dog Elvis. It was relatively without mishap, if you don't count the blackberries she kept eating off the ground or almost jumping into the fish pond trying to catch the ducks.

This is my favorite photo from the shoot.

Katie + Jeremy

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 09:56:00 +0000

They were married on June 14th at Tlaquepaque in Sedona.

I know this isn't the traditional getting ready photograph of the bride to start with but it was so elegant and sexy that I couldn't help myself.

A great reaction from a few of Katie's bridesmaids and mom.

Leaving her suite at Los Abrigados Resort & Spa where Katie got ready with her bridal party. It's only a five minute walk to Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village.

Katie & Jeremy's ceremony was on the Patio de las Campanas at Tlaquepaque. This wonderful view of their wedding was photographed by Ron. It really makes me happy when we can offer two camera coverage of wedding ceremonies because we have time to photograph great angles like this one.

Katie was glowing!

Yes, Jeremy was too.

I wanted to include this little movie star in the making. He had his hand up every time I pointed the camera at him ... I think he pegged me as paparazzi.

A stunning bridal portrait.

A debonair groom.

Enjoying their first five minutes of being married (and almost alone).

Tlaquepaque is such a fun place to take photographs because there is so much variety in its atmosphere.

Their reception at Calle Independencia at Tlaquepaque was gorgeous. Catering and styling was created by the amazing Rosalie's of Sedona, the stunning flowers were designed by Bliss Extraordinary Floral, and their delicious cakes were from Sedona Sweet Arts.

Their first dance.

Toasts from the best man.

This seems like a great photo to end with. This groomsman was reenacting his passing out during the wedding ceremony. This time he was luckier as the bridesmaids were there to comfort him.

Love Letters

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:25:00 +0000

My clients send me the best thank you's!

Hi Jenni :)
We picked up our album over the weekend while visiting family and LOVE…LOVE…LOVE it. We are both happy to have our memories captured – and so very beautifully - to share with family and friends for many years to come! Thanks so much again for everything!
Big Hugs ~ Sandra & Dylan

Dear Jenni,
Thank you so much for everything you did for us! The pictures are wonderful, and you and your husband are amazing at what you do. Thank you again!
Sincerely, Donna and Matt

To read more client raves ... click here

Donna + Matt

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 04:03:00 +0000

They were married on 6.7.08 at the Agave in Sedona.

It was a beautiful celebration with gorgeous flowers by Events by Show Stoppers, a delicious cake by Sedona Sweet Arts, and incredible views and gourmet fare at the Agave. The bride was very shy and her groom was doting.

It's a very cool story of how they met ... let's hope I get it right in all its cool details. Matt just started his job as a police officer and was on a stake out for burglars. It was 3AM and he saw a light on in a building that had a recent rash of break-ins. He called in for back up and went to investigate. There was sweet Donna with the key to her father's office surfing the internet. The building in the background of this photo was the scene of the "crime" and their "first date."

I love this photo because of Donna's reaction.

And this is how they really feel about wedding photos!

A few amazing bridal portraits of this original bride!

Stephanie + Brian

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 04:07:00 +0000

They were married on June 5th at L'Auberge de Sedona in an intimate ceremony amongst family and friends.

Stephanie's beautiful jewelry amidst a breathtaking Arizona backdrop.

Her beautiful bouquet from Bliss Extraordinary Floral with the coolest & most original peacock feathers.

I love this photo of Stephanie while she was having her make-up done by the talented Liz Margin. Stephanie's gorgeous hair was designed by the hilarious Jenny Bertolini of the Bella Salon of Sedona.

Stephanie's oldest daughter Maya was adorable and so excited. Stephanie's sister helped her get ready.

The stunning bride!

Their ceremony was creekside at L'Auberge de Sedona with Brian's friend officiating.

Ahhh ... the romantic portraits ... I love this part of the day. It gives couples a chance to focus on each other during their whirlwind celebration.

At sunset we ventured up the hill to get the fabulous red rock background.

I love the way Brian is looking at Stephanie while his father offers his blessing during toasts.

A beautiful moment between Stephanie and Brian with their youngest daughter Zoe.

The fabulous cake created by Sedona Cake Couture.

Photo Montage

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Wed, 28 May 2008 21:32:00 +0000

I just added a beautiful product for my clients that I am so excited about. You can now order photo montages (also known as slideshows) from your weddings or photo shoots. You choose the music and you choose the photographs (up to 200). They can be viewed on your computer or your television. Prices start at $200 and include a DVD and online viewing. It is a wonderful way to view and share your photographs!

Check this photo montage out!

John + Brandy

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Mon, 26 May 2008 15:27:00 +0000

They decided when they got married almost 5 years ago that they would have a professional photo shoot done every year or so as a gift to themselves (with gentle reminders from Brandy's mom). So they drove up from Phoenix and spent the afternoon in Sedona with Ron and I.

We started at Tlaquepaque and as you can tell it was a good start.

Brandy is a traveling nurse and John finishes school in September so that they can travel (and work) around the country together.

Out came Cinnamon and Serious and we headed over to Los Abrigados for some more family photos.

I think this one will be their favorite!

Katherine + Peter

noreply@blogger.com (Jenni) — Mon, 12 May 2008 12:39:00 +0000

They were married on May 10th at Merry Go Round in Sedona. It was quite the wedding adventure because the road was so bumpy getting there that the most comfortable ride is probably in a jeep.

Katherine's dad escorted her to the ceremony up a very steep incline.

Aside from the amazing location, which you'll see in a moment, the wedding details were very cool. The guests all had purple parasols to protect them from the morning sun and each had a flower from Katherine's bouquet that they handed to her as she walked down the aisle.

Rev. Andrew Murphy of Heart of Sedona Weddings performed a beautiful and thoughtful ceremony.

This was the moment after the "best wedding kiss" ever. Ron and I tell brides they have the choice between a long kiss or a bunch of short kisses -- and it enables us to get a great photo after having very sad experiences of wedding couples pecking quickly after being pronounced husband and wife. So we were totally thrilled by Katherine & Peter's 4 minute passionate kiss!

Their joyful recessional.

We were very excited that they wanted to venture to the "edge of the world." And we made some amazing photographs of Katherine & Peter who are obviously fearless of heights.

Congratulations!