It’s summertime in Arizona! But it wasn’t hot because of the season…it was HOT because of all the romance and love!

We LOVED our engagement session with Vanessa and Mike. We had a great time in Downtown Gilbert and Freestone Park.

They won the KISS FM Bridal Bracket giveaway – We’re super excited to be part of their wedding day. April 2013 just can’t come soon enough!

Which image is your favorite? Comment below to let us know.

  • June 22, 2012 - 3:23 pm

    Minnie Gidda - These are absolutely adorable!!! I love them alllll!!! Can’t wait for the big day!! yayyyyyy!!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 3:24 pm

    Jacqueline - I love the first group of pics! Especially the black and white one where neither of you are looking at the camera! You both look beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 3:28 pm

    Britt Fowell - I love the first photo, b/w photo on the left. Stunning!!!!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 3:29 pm

    Mary - Absolutely LOVE these! You two are so good looking it’s not even funny! Love you guys!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 3:34 pm

    Mike - Looks great!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 3:36 pm

    ashley - I love all of the pictures! They look amazing! The last one has to be my favorite though, it sums them up. Congratulations guys!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 3:38 pm

    Kim Higgins - Hard to pick a favorite but I’m a big fan of the black and white looking at each other, the bridge one and the last oneReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 3:41 pm

    Vanessa - Thank you both so much, these photos look awesome! I can’t wait to see the rest šŸ™‚ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 3:43 pm

    Christie Wheeler - Love the picture of you two on the bridge. Can’t believe the little soccer player I know is getting married. Congrats.ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 3:46 pm

    Heather Coffin - These look amazing! The top row on the left is my favorite! Congrats….it will be a day you will never forget and you definitely want an amazing photographer to capture it all!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 3:48 pm

    Ryan Coffin - Congrats! Wish you all the best!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 3:54 pm

    Brittany Young - OMG!!! Look how great your make-up looks, I wonder who did that great work?! šŸ˜‰ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 3:55 pm

    Kirsten - Such a beautiful couple! I cant wait til April!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 3:57 pm

    Lisa Dudley - What great photos! Congrats to the beautiful couple! Can’t wait for the big day!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 4:18 pm

    kaitlen - I love the black and white photos. You two look amazing together!!!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 4:21 pm

    Robin - Beautiful photos! The top left black and white is my favorite. šŸ™‚ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 4:33 pm

    Nina - These pictures are amazing Ness. I am so happy for you two!!! Congrats againReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 4:49 pm

    Emily Higgins - You both look great in all of the pictures.ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 5:00 pm

    Christine - Vanessa and Mike look so wonderful! My favorite photo is the one where Mike is kissing Vanessa’s forehead. Mike looks so tender and Vanessa looks very content…and they both look so much in love! Many blessings to them! :o)ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 5:11 pm

    Jessica Antrobus - I LOVE the top one in black and white of Vanessa smiling. She looks so happy and beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 5:13 pm

    keeley - I absolutely love these pictures!!! They turned out sooooo nice! I think my favorite is the very first black and white, it looks like is should be in a magazine. Anywho, I’m so happy for you guys, congrats!!! XoxoxoReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 5:26 pm

    jeanne aikman - I like the first B/W. It is a beautiful composition and exudes your joy. Many blessings to you for a life long loving relationship.ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 5:56 pm

    Mary Boktor-Grisard - Wow! What a photogenic couple! Beautiful photos of you two lovebirds!! XOXOReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 6:28 pm

    Mary Driscoll - Love, love all of them! My favorite is the one where he is kissing Vanessa’s forehead. It is soooo sweet. But they are seriously all beautiful pics. What a talented photographer!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 7:00 pm

    Jennifer - All very beautiful, I have to say my favorite is the first black and white image! Many blessings to you both!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 7:46 pm

    Katie Ehsan - You look amazing and I am so happy for you and wish u and Mike nothing but love and happiness! XoReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 9:19 pm

    Pat - My favorite is the one with the doorway. The rest are a close second! Love youReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 9:43 pm

    Morgan - Stop being so good looking you two!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 9:50 pm

    Kelly marciales - Wow! These pictures are amazing! They really capture the casual/relaxed, intimate feel of your wonderful relationship- you two look like Abercrombie models.ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 10:12 pm

    Jessica Redding - Beautiful! love you both so much!!! Vanessa, you look amazing!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 10:15 pm

    Justin - Congratulations youz guys! Also, insert funny comment here.ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 1:17 am

    JD - Nice pictures! Congrats.ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 7:02 am

    Jeanne Davis - These pictures are amazing. Vanessa you look beautiful and Fish you look great too. The downtown Gilbert scene is sooo cool too! Can’t wait for April!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 7:07 am

    Stephanie (shorty) - I love the black & white one where they are looking at eachother but the one just above it in the outdoor hallway is a great shot too!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 8:28 am

    Haylee Huff - Wow!! All your pictures turned out great. My favorite is the pic on the bride. Looking good!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 8:50 am

    Brian - I vote for the black and white picture that your sitting down in!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 9:23 am

    linda stevens - I love the black and white picture of yall! You two are adorable!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 9:59 am

    Preston - You guys are awesome!!!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 10:02 am

    Gary Fraley - Awesome photographer! Even more awesome bride to be:)))ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 10:50 am

    Brittney Fairbourn - So beautiful! I hope you win!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 11:50 am

    Lauren Hague - Love them! You guys look sexy, but what’s new!!;) Can’t wait for the big day!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 11:52 am

    David Hague - Like the pics! DaveReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 12:27 pm

    Milee Karre - Vanessa you look beautiful. Fish your ok too.ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 12:32 pm

    lindsey countryman - What a beautiful couple!!! I almost teared up a little bit lol. Can’t wait for the wedding!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 12:33 pm

    CHRIS BARTLETT - Beautiful pictures!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 12:34 pm

    Chrissy - I like the picture on the bridge. :o)ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 12:34 pm

    mary lessig - love them all!!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 12:39 pm

    Amy - All the pictures are wonderful!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 12:42 pm

    Bonnie - Couldn’t choose just one picture. I liked them all!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 12:44 pm

    Teresa - All the photos look amazing! I love the first pic though. Such a genuine couple madly in love!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 12:45 pm

    Mat - Great pics!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 12:46 pm

    Rosalyn - Love all the pictures! You two look great and the photographer did an amazing job.ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 1:26 pm

    Becky - You guys are so cute! Love the bridge pic! šŸ™‚ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 1:43 pm

    Dani - They are such an amazing couple!so excited to see the beautiful wedding!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 1:53 pm

    Rachelle - Love the one on the bridge. It’s just simple& sweet. TheReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 2:12 pm

    Laura - The one of you two holding hands sitting down.ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 5:41 pm

    Kent - The first black and white one is my favorite.ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 5:45 pm

    Rosalyn - Love the pictures. You two look great!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 6:07 pm

    Lee Steele - Ness I’m so happy for you you look beautiful! Miss you pretty! šŸ™‚ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 6:23 pm

    Shansan - It’s a no brainer!!! Lol.. Great pics, such beautiful people. CAN’T WAIT!!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 8:19 pm

    Jeff - Great pics you guys can’t wait for the wedding!!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 8:26 pm

    Melody Young - You are such a beautiful couple! I love you both very much!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 8:27 pm

    John Young - We are so happy to have Michael joining our family! Great pics!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 11:24 pm

    kristy - I love the first black and white picture! It is beautifulReplyCancel

  • June 24, 2012 - 8:53 am

    Amanda - My favorite is the first black and white. So perfect together!ReplyCancel

  • June 24, 2012 - 11:34 am

    Brittany Smith - Love theses Ness! Can’t wait for the fall to see you every weekend! šŸ™‚ lolReplyCancel

  • June 24, 2012 - 12:44 pm

    Allison - Such a cute couple! Great picsReplyCancel

  • June 24, 2012 - 1:38 pm

    Ali - Amazing pictures!!! ReplyCancel

  • June 24, 2012 - 1:53 pm

    JLynn - Looking fabulous girlfriend. These pictures are so creative and you guys do look so great!ReplyCancel

  • June 24, 2012 - 1:54 pm

    Audrey Adams - You two look amazing. Thanks for sharing the pictures & again Congratulations!!!ReplyCancel

  • June 24, 2012 - 2:46 pm

    Mark - Love the pics! You guys look great. I can’t wait for the big day!!ReplyCancel

  • June 24, 2012 - 3:29 pm

    Ashlee Nelson - Great pics! Congrats and best of luck!ReplyCancel

  • June 24, 2012 - 4:07 pm

    Nilsa - Wonderful pictures! Congrats!ReplyCancel

  • June 24, 2012 - 4:42 pm

    Marnee - My favorite picture is the black and white one where you two are hugging, but they are all good! Gorgeous couple!ReplyCancel

  • June 24, 2012 - 6:26 pm

    Rachael ritchey - My favorite is the black and white close-up of them hugging <3ReplyCancel

  • June 24, 2012 - 9:53 pm

    Emily Rose - These photos are absolutely beautiful! Yeehaw!ReplyCancel

  • June 24, 2012 - 10:03 pm

    Dana - These photos are some of the best I’ve ever seen!!!ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 3:57 pm

    nichole - Love all the photos. You are so beautiful Ness! You two are adorable!ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 4:28 pm

    Rach - Looking gorg. girl! Very first pic is my favorite.ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 6:44 pm

    Jen - These pics are absolutely amazing, it also doesn’t hurt that you guys are gorgeous! Congrats on everything!ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 9:34 pm

    kristin - Beautiful!!!ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 9:49 pm

    Vaness - Thank you all for the kind words, it means so much to us! So excited for next April!!!ReplyCancel

Romance was in the air on June 9, 2012

Tiffany and Joel’s wedding day started off beautifully. Their venue, The Windmill Winery located in Florance AZ, is a little piece of heaven. Pure magic and romance. My first wedding here and I can’t wait to go back. I felt so inspired and creative the entire day…I am sad to say, I didn’t have time to try out all the ideas flowing through my mind. There are just too many fabulous photo spots.

My favorite part of the whole entire day – The love. Tiffany and Joel are so madly in love. It warms my heart to see their laughs, smiles and the way they look into each other’s eyes. Their wedding re-solidified the reason I LOVE what I do. I LOVE capturing these memories. It’s the best career in the world!

Tiffany’s gown from David’s Bridal fit her perfectly. She was radiant! Her hair was done by Bill at Cherry the Salon, Makeup by her bridesmaid – Kirsten Jensen (Kirsten has fabulous How-To make-up YouTube videos). Flowers byĀ Garden Gate Flowers (Annie KcKay), Catering – Gold Star (Chef Le). Cake and deserts by Sweet Confections (Barb Jennings), Grooms Clothing – Men’s Warehouse and last but surely not least, DJ Ramma Jamma (Ramzy Saba). And – special Thank you to Kristi and Brian for 2nd shooting for me. šŸ™‚

 

(Their engagement session was just as romantic.)

Which image was your favorite? Let us know by commenting below.

  • June 21, 2012 - 8:27 am

    Tiffany - Jill they’re beautiful!!! Thank you so much for being part of our day – you did an awesome job and I’m so confident that we picked the right photographer!!! The picture of my bouquet with the scrabble forever and photos of the people who couldn’t be there literally made me cry. Thank you so much for everything!!!ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 8:41 am

    Velvet - The photos are absolutely beautiful!!ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 8:56 am

    Donna Brooks - Wonderful Photos. Such a beautiful venue. Who could have imagined that a barn would have such great photo ops.ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 9:13 am

    Rhyan - What a beautiful, perfect day… pictures are amazing! Tiffany’s smile looks so bright- you captured her perfectly!ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 9:17 am

    Hana - Your photography eye is exquisite. The happiness of Tiffany and Joel has been captured in every shot. I love what you did with the more artsy photos, taking traditional ring and cake shots to a whole new level. Their wedding looks as though it came directly from Martha Stewart Weddings. If this had been my wedding, I would be proud to look at these photos for years to come.ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 9:31 am

    Ann Suing - Wonderful pictures. Beautifil bride. Tiffany Mom from Yuma would like a 5×7 of the four of you. I love the one that is posted.ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 9:56 am

    Mary Briggs - Awesome pictures. Tiffany you are so beautiful. You two look great together. I’m so happy for you.ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 10:06 am

    Tamara - They are gorgeous, so much happiness showing on everyone.ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 10:12 am

    Jessica Lindenmeier - Stunning pictures! I love the one of Tiffany in front of that beautiful gate! So great!ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 10:29 am

    caitlyn - Wow! I can’t believe I knew this girl when she was a poofy haired, awkward teenager, with her crazy blonde buddy (Kirsten), and poofy haired twin (Michelle)! What a lovely young lady! (That sounded old) And what perfect pictures to catch her elegance, goofiness, and her love of family! Glorious pictures that definitely showed the love this family feels for each other! Thanks for sharing, Tiffany, Joel, and Jill! Jill, you have a fabulous eye!!!!ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 10:33 am

    Kim N. - Lovely Photos of a Wonderful Wedding! I can’t wait to see the rest of the photos. Love the photo of Tiffany standing in front of the gate.ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 10:35 am

    Kirsten - These pictures make me want to get married. Seriously. They are beyond phenomenal. These photos make the makeup I did for Tiffany a million times prettier! She was flawless, the venue was so much more photogenic than I could have ever dreamed, and I am so happy for the couple!!!

    (By the way, Jill, my video tutorial of Tiffany’s bridal makeup will be uploaded either today or tomorrow, so if you want to see how I used your photos and pimped your amazing photography skills out, I linked my channel in the website field. šŸ™‚ )ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 11:46 am

    Danielle DeMott - I love the pictures! They turned out so freakin good. Looks like they should be in a magazine! The wedding was so beautiful! Congratulations you two!ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 12:07 pm

    Jo Ann - WOW! Can’t pick a fav. they are all awesome. I was unable to make it to the Wedding. Seeing these makes me feel like I was there. SO FANTASTIC!ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 12:20 pm

    Taylor - Congrats on getting married!! This pictures are so beautiful, you two look great!! Love Taylor dartReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 12:29 pm

    Carrisa Kienzle - These pictures turned out just beautifully… they captured the feel of the day and your joy in being together finally! I loved looking through them. . . so happy for you both!!ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 12:31 pm

    Gina B. - Absolutely love all of them! So happy for Tiffany and Joel. I think one of my favorites is when they’re embracing and her left hand is on his face/neck and his right hand is holding her arm. It looks like they’re just seeing each other before the ceremony. Very beautiful!
    Tiffany was such a beautiful bride! LOVED the yellow.. especially her shoes. šŸ™‚ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 12:33 pm

    Marie - Congrats to you both.. pictures are beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 1:13 pm

    Nichole - Jill, thank you- what a beautiful talent God has given you! These are beyond wonderful, and so creative. I couldn’t choose just 1 favorite! šŸ™‚

    I love the action shot of the Tiffany, Kirsten and Michelle, the creative shot of Tiffany at the gate, and also, the goofy family shot- how sweet! All of the pics of Joel and Tiffany truly capture their love for each other!ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 1:47 pm

    Anita - Absolutely beautiful pictures. You both look over the moon happy! I love this venue!ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 3:09 pm

    Michelle Couture - Absolutely stunning. You have a gift, Jill šŸ™‚ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 3:40 pm

    Shirley - Congrats! Beautiful, simply georgous!!! Best of happiness to you both!!ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 6:35 pm

    Nina Weeks - Pictures are beautiful. Sorry I missed the wonderful day.ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 6:56 pm

    Sheila Lewis - What a beautiful bride! Tiffany you have always been gorgeous and you look marvelous and happy. Congratulations!ReplyCancel

  • June 21, 2012 - 7:22 pm

    Darla Housner - The wedding was terrific. The pictures are fantastic. Tiffany, you were as gorgeous as I have ever seen you and Joel was very handsome also.ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 6:57 am

    Kate Richardson - It is hard to pick a favorite because they are all so lovely. But I love the one with Tiffany standing at the iron gate and I think the picture of the two walking over the bridge together are in my top spots for favorites. The photos really show what a lovely couple they are!ReplyCancel

  • June 22, 2012 - 1:24 pm

    Tabitha - Gorgeous pictures! Congratulations!!! šŸ™‚ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 1:10 pm

    Dana Dinius - I think everyone loves the iron gate. Great shots, great people, great venue. Well done!ReplyCancel

  • June 23, 2012 - 4:35 pm

    Roy Rogge - Amazing pictures of an amazing couple and an amazing familyReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 7:05 am

    stella - You made a beatuiful bride. The pictures are wonderfulReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 7:08 am

    Bernadette - You grew up to be a Beautiful young Lady. The two of you look so happy. Pictures are wonderfulReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 8:41 am

    Amanda & Noah - Oh my gosh! These are GORGEOUS pictures! We are so glad that we got to be there to share in your special day! Your new family is beautiful! We love you guys!ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 10:46 am

    Joel Kurtz - Jill the pictures are amazing! Thank you for being part of the day for us!ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 11:04 am

    Karlo - GREAT pictures! You look gorgeous Tiffany, Congratulations!ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 11:23 am

    Wendi - These pictures are awesome! Everyone looks great and the photographer did a super job!ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 11:58 am

    lisa kurtz - all i can say about the pictures is amazing photography jill of course you had a gorgeous couple to work with thanks for capturing an amazing dayReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 12:54 pm

    Tom Carlson - Congratulations Tiffany and Joel! The pictures are fantastic and make me feel like I was there. The emotion and happiness just jumps off the page. Tiffany what a beautiful bride, and Joel you dress up pretty good as well. I love the picture in front of the gate and the one where the gurls are jumping in the sun.ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 1:10 pm

    Amanda Z - GORGEOUS! I love the funny faces šŸ™‚ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 1:18 pm

    Val - these photos are fantastic! i hope you all are having a great time as newly weds and new family. =DReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 1:30 pm

    Taylor gravill - These pictures are stunning. Im so happy for you both.ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 1:57 pm

    Cheryl R. - Beautiful pictures and lovely memories. Thanks for sharing your special day! šŸ™‚ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 2:14 pm

    Konnie Brooks - absolutely beautiful! I am very excited for you both and pray for all the happiness you can imagine. You are blessed to have found one another. šŸ™‚ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 2:37 pm

    boonedoggy - sure looks like it was a beautiful wedding congrats and wish you the bestReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 3:07 pm

    Patricia hazen - Wonderful pictures! Beautiful job capturing their happiness!ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 3:33 pm

    Carole - My little Tiffany all growed up. I love the Ma and Pa standing infront of the barnReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 4:03 pm

    MJ Jesser - WOW! Gorgeous photos of a gorgeous couple! It’s hard to pick a favorite, but the wedding dress in the window with the light shining through is amazing and simple – a very striking image. I love the Scrabble letters using the rings for the “O” also. Of course, all of this is secondary to the radiant happiness in every photo of Tiffany. Accounting? Really?? She should be a model! Glad she found the perfect match with Joel, and Jill Lauren Photography went beyond capturing the breathtaking moments of this very special day. So sorry I had to miss it – thanks so much for sharing the photos.ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 4:11 pm

    Dave Wallace - Beautiful pictures!ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 4:38 pm

    Katrina Wyliw - Just stunning photos!!! You did such an amazing job!! The bride and groom look so happy!ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 5:24 pm

    cw - Beautiful!! Nice work.ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 5:29 pm

    Suzanne Arnett - Jill Lauren Photography did a beautiful job and I am so pleased we had an opportunity to “share” your special day through her amazing photography.ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 5:35 pm

    Suzanne Arnett - Jill Lauren Photography your shots of Tiffany and Joel’s wedding are beautiful. Thanks for sharing their special day with us.ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 6:43 pm

    Kaitlyn Scruggs - Love these pictures! Great unique shots, and what a wonderful location! Beautiful photographs of the beautiful couple!ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 7:09 pm

    Rick Gramhill - Congratulations Tiffany, you look absolutely beautiful!!ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 7:23 pm

    Tammie Burditt Spang - Very beautiful pictures, what a great looking couple. Congrats to you both.ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 8:28 pm

    Jordan Menold - Congratulations! Looks like a really nice wedding. Best wishes!ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 8:32 pm

    Bethany - WOW! These pictures are absolutely beautiful!!! Looks like your wedding was amazing! Congratulations!ReplyCancel

  • June 25, 2012 - 8:53 pm

    Eric - GReat pics. I think my favorite one is of Tiffany in front of the huge wooden gate. THat is just a really cool shot. GReat work and great wedding. CONgratulations to Joel and Tiffany.ReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 1:36 am

    barbara goda - beautiful pics!!ReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 7:50 am

    Shelli - Very beautiful pictures, Looks like it was a grand time, Congrats.ReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 7:52 am

    stella - Just Beautiful. You look so in Love. the setting was beautifulReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 9:02 am

    Tina Parent - these pictures are BEAUTIFUL!! What a beautiful couple. And so glad that i can have them in my life! Tiffany you were such a BEAUTIFUL Bride like a magazine bride. Love you and your new family!ReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 10:26 am

    betty - Such a wonderful day. I hear the weather was wonderful. The photo of Tiffany by the gate is by far my favorite. The happy family with the “faces” is the second. CongratsReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 10:29 am

    Teresa - Just stunning. The photo of Joel touching your face shows your wonderful smile and how gentle he seems. Loved them allReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 11:33 am

    Lavonna Schmid - absolutely beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 12:43 pm

    Brianne R - Love them (:ReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 1:26 pm

    Valerie - These pictures are excellent. As I go back over them and try to pick out one or two I like them best, I cannot. There are too many great ones. Congratulation to the bride and groom.ReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 2:28 pm

    Wendy - Wonderful pictures. It looks like a perfect setting for a wedding. Loved them allReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 2:30 pm

    Kristina - Beautifully done!ReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 2:30 pm

    Valerie - Just Beautiful. So very happy for you. You have grown up so beautifully. The photos are wonderful. Much happinessReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 2:32 pm

    Tori - They are wonderful photos. So touching when the bride tears up during the ceremony. It looks to be a perfect settingReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 3:29 pm

    Traci - Wonderful photos. Love to see the happy family having fun. The dress in the window is just lovely. CongratsReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 3:33 pm

    mary thul - These are stunning!ReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 4:01 pm

    anndrea - Looks like a perfect day and a wonderful setting. Really like the jumping brides.ReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 7:04 pm

    Velvet - I have looked at these photos over and over. They are stunning! Your getting close ….almost to 80…good luck!….Thanks for allowing my family to share your special day…XOReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 9:15 pm

    Judy Bond - The black and white closeup and Tiff in front of the gate nice backdrop… Tiff all grown up BEAUTIFUL!!!ReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 11:23 pm

    Wade - Great pictures. great day!ReplyCancel

  • June 26, 2012 - 11:51 pm

    Bermadette Mann - Awesome photos! Congrats Tiff and Joel — you both look so happy and gorgeous of course! Now it’s Happily Ever After time šŸ™‚ReplyCancel

  • June 27, 2012 - 6:49 am

    Lisa Preston - I was not at the wedding, yet through you pics I am able to see the love this couple has or one another. Great job!ReplyCancel

  • June 27, 2012 - 7:12 am

    diana - We have been hearing about the wedding for a long time. But the photos are just breathtaking. Such a wonderful setting. You both look so wonderful and in love.ReplyCancel

  • June 27, 2012 - 8:43 am

    Sheronda Samuel - The pictures look beautiful. They so need to be in a magazine. Great job!ReplyCancel

  • June 27, 2012 - 11:45 am

    Dorothy - Beautiful- love the pops of yellowReplyCancel

  • June 27, 2012 - 1:56 pm

    Julie - Beautiful pictures, beautiful couple, beautiful day!ReplyCancel

  • June 28, 2012 - 7:10 am

    pam - Very pretty. I think the gate is my favorite photo.ReplyCancel

  • June 28, 2012 - 8:41 am

    Stephanie M. - Gorgeous Wedding! Beautiful Bride and Groom!!!! Thank you for sharing with all your fam! Your photographer did an excellent job capturing all the love—you guys simply sparkle with happiness! So happy for you! Congratulations.ReplyCancel

  • June 28, 2012 - 8:45 am

    Vik - Jill Lauren’s pictures are exceptional. Steph wanted me to add that her favorite photo is the black and white where Joel has his hand on Tiffany’s cheek. Congrats!!!!ReplyCancel

  • June 28, 2012 - 9:10 am

    Linda Callahan - Beautiful pictures and what a wonderful place for a wedding. It is a unique setting with such creative photography!!ReplyCancel

  • June 28, 2012 - 2:17 pm

    Chuck Schmidt - The pictures are great! CSReplyCancel

  • June 29, 2012 - 8:57 am

    Melissa - Beautiful photos! Looks like it was a magical day, congratulations!ReplyCancel

We love Sedona.

But we love Kara and Chris more…

We had such a great time during our engagement session. They are so romantic and cute together. I’m really looking to September 22nd – we’re going to have an amazing time in Flagstaff for their wedding.

Here are a few of our favorite images from their engagement session.

 

 

Iā€™ve seen several lists that include The Best Phoenix Wedding Locations. I wanted to put one together myself. I love being a photographer in Phoenix ā€“ so this list is based on what I love see at a venue. Ā And although I canā€™t list ALL of my favorite wedding venues (I have a huge list of favorites)Ā These areĀ some of my favorite places to “work”.

So this list isnā€™t really organized based on any real criteria. Itā€™s what I likeā€¦.these Best Phoenix Wedding Locations range in budget, style, and overall experience. They are each unique in their own special way. If you get a chance to visit, please say ā€œHiā€ for meā€¦part of making it on this list is the wonderful catering director and staff.

My disclaimer ā€“ this list of best phoenix wedding locations, they are all located in the ā€œGreater Phoenix Areaā€ā€¦which really means I didnā€™t want to leave them out just because they didnā€™t have a Phoenix Zip Code (but they are still amazing venues)

Chaparral Suites Scottsdale ā€“ located in the heart of Scottsdale ā€“ just north of downtown, Chaparral Suites offers lovely views, gorgeous gardens for a ceremony, and wonderful ballrooms capable of a huge wedding or a small quaint gathering. Call for more information and to schedule a tour 888-421-5521.

 

Maricopa Manor ā€“ This is one of those hidden treasures. Youā€™d never know it was a fabulous wedding venue unless a friend told you about it. Located at just off of Camelback and Central – 15 West Pasadena Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85013. Maricopa Manor is a lovely little B&B that boasts a wonderful garden for an outside reception and ceremony. Unique, romantic and lovely are only a few words that describe this little piece of paradise. Call Joan for a tour ā€“ she is so kind and lovely to work with (602) 274-6302.

Our list of Best Phoenix Wedding Locations would not be complete withoutā€¦

Boojum Tree ā€“ The first time I went there, I was almost certain I was lost. Although my GPS said I was on the right track ā€“ it wasnā€™t until I came to a dead-end and realized I was in a true paradise. Boojum Tree is another Hidden Wonder in Phoenix. Off the 51 and south of Bellā€¦their tag name ā€œBoojum tree hidden gardenā€ is exactly that. Green and Lush ā€“ it is an oasis in the desert. A must see for any bride getting married in Phoenix. (602) 867-8975

Sassi ā€“ Pure Elegance. This Ā North Scottsdale venue is beautiful, elegant and timeless. With so many lovely photo spots ā€“ itā€™s hard for me to not want to try them all. Indoors and outdoors ā€“ this venue offers options, unique style, and classic beauty. One of our favorite venues because the photos always turn out amazing! 480-502-3335

JW Marriot ā€“ Located in North Phoenix. This venue has everything. (it really does) So many options for amazing photos, perfect ceremony and reception locations, professional and amazing staff. I really love their ceremony site ā€“ with the beautiful water nearly all the way around. Call today (480) 293-5000

Starfire Country Club ā€“ Truly fabulous. This venue boasts amazing views, lush green landscape, and an overall wonderful experience. From the very first appointment to the end of the reception. Starfire is all about taking care of my clients. They do an amazing job and I absolutely love the images we are able to create there. (480) 948-6000

The Arizona Grand ā€“ The options are endless with such a great Resort. Whatever youā€™ve imagined for your wedding day, they can do it at the Arizona Grand. From small and intimage to huge and incredible. I canā€™t even being to describe the wonderful locations for photosā€¦itā€™s nearly endless all the wonderful photos spots. Iā€™m in heaven each time I get to work at the Arizona Grand. Call for a tourā€¦and expect wonderful things (602) 431-6480

Rustlerā€™s Roost ā€“ This unique wedding venue is a surprise to most brides. Itā€™s wonderful rustic theme and fabulous views of the city offer so much to bridal couples. This venue can host weddings as small as 30 up to 550 guests. Overall an amazing experience when we are there. 602-431-6474

Villa Siena ā€“ Located in Gilbert ā€“ Villa Siena is a secret bit of Tuscany that you wouldnā€™t expect. Every detail of this venue has been created for a photographer (at least I think they did it all for me) It is beautiful, elegant, classicā€¦a wonderful and lovely venue. Call Hope for a tour 480-782-7218 ā€“ we love working with their wonderful team of talented ladies.

The Foothills Golf Resort ā€“ When I think of The Foothills, I can see sunsets, mountains and amazingness. We love each chance we get to work there. Located south of Phoenix ā€“ This venue has everything youā€™ll need for your perfect wedding. Call and speak with Laurie or Kelli 480-460-5350 to schedule a walk through.

The Boulders Resort ā€“ Fabulous in every way. The Boulders is one of The Best Phoenix Wedding Locations. Not a detail is overlooked, everything is always perfect ā€“ they work hard to make sure your wedding day is as amazing as the 360 degree view. It doesnā€™t matter, where ever you look ā€“ the view is spectacularā€¦and the service and expertise fits right in. We love working with such talented and amazing people. Call Michelle 888-579-2631

I hope youā€™ve enjoyed my list of the Best Phoenix Wedding Locations. Itā€™s hard to try and keep a blog post short with so many wonderful options to choose from. What are your thoughts? What are some of your favorite wedding venues?

  • June 7, 2012 - 7:53 am

    Paul Welden - Nice blog post. Thanks for sharing. My sweetheart and I are getting married in Phoenix at the Venue at the Grove. It is a private indoor/outdoor secluded place surrounded and lined with pecan trees lit at night with white lights and a white picket fence surrounding the area … doesn’t even feel/look like Phoenix. We are very fortunate to have been introduced to such a beautiful park-like setting.ReplyCancel

  • June 7, 2012 - 11:05 am

    Sonia Charry - The Foothills Golf Club is amazing! I’m so glad we got married there. Laurie and Kelli are a joy to work with and incredibly helpful. And Jill, you captured the beauty of the place perfectly šŸ™‚ReplyCancel

  • September 6, 2012 - 5:42 pm

    Jasmine Rodriguez - These photos are magical! Makes me want to go there and experience it for myself. And the sunlight! It looks perfect. And the list of the wedding locations, a must see for every couple looking for their perfect wedding locationReplyCancel

Sometimes you meet someone – and you realize you’re personalities are so similar. It’s like one of those kindred spirits in life. I felt that way when I met Star. She is such an amazing person. I was thrilled to be working with her. When we had their engagement session, it was so fun – I realized that Scott is just as amazing as his fiance! I almost couldn’t wait for the wedding day.

Well, the wait is OVER!

Star and Scott met at a work event. They didn’t start dating right away – but he knew he wanted to get to know her better. Star wanted her grand-babies to walk her down the isle…it was so sweet! Those boys are too cute.

Here are the fabulous wedding images.

Star and Scott – Their SassiĀ Scottsdale Wedding was incredible.

Venue: Sassi of Scottsdale
Cake: Let them Eat Cake
Gown: David’s Bridal
Tux: Men’s Warehouse
Live Band at Reception: Rhythm Edition
Linens: Southwick Linens
Flowers: Rita’s Floral Design
Hair and Makeup: Jessica Gallegos Leiden Mitchell Salon
Ceremony Music: Sweetwater Strings

  • June 13, 2012 - 6:50 pm

    Holly - What gorgeous images! Beautiful work Jill!ReplyCancel