I photographed Amanda and Jake’s Arizona Paseo wedding day alongside Marisa of Marisa Belle Photography. Their big day had so many special details! From handwritten vows, a beautiful first look, a fun cocktail hour with games, and the best replacement ever for a wedding cake, a gelato cart!! I always love second shooting alongside Marisa, she is sweet, kind, and so very easy to work with!

You could truly feel the love throughout their day, the bridal party was so much fun to work with and Jake and Amanda’s families were so kind and sweet during dances and toasts! I tried so hard to get the groomsmen to take a few serious photos, but it was almost impossible, they were all too excited to see Jake marry his girl! During couple portraits you can see and feel the love between Amanda and Jake, the stars aligned for the very last photo I shared below! It may be my all time favorite couple portrait of all time! A perfect couple in love, soft sunset light, and yellow flowers in the foreground? Magic!

The Paseo is one of my absolute favorite venues in Arizona! From the spaces for each bride and groom to get ready, to the beautiful and close ceremony site, to the light-filled barn for the reception, and the open desert towards the back of the venue for gorgeous couple portraits! I love the fireplace for chilly nights and the backdrop of the Superstition Mountains! The Paseo is off the beaten path and really showcases a beautiful and unique part of our state!

Thank you so very much for having me along, Marisa! And thank you to a beautiful couple for allowing me to share in your special day!