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RedRock Engagement Session // Crescent Moon Park, Sedona

                             Melanie + Adam

Needing some inspiration for my new portfolio, I left my chances in the hands of the Craigslist community. Luckily, this is far from a horror movie...

Melanie and Adam coincidentally lives 5 minutes down the road from me and I felt an immediate connection from their first email. Melanie volunteered the both of them to model for me as a gift to Adam for their soon to be elopement and recent big move from the East Coast. I couldn’t wait for them to have such an awesome experience here in the West. We instantly bonded over our dogs (they’re great pals now) and love for exploring.

It took me a while to decide what on my list of places I wanted to do the shoot. After our collaboration, we agreed on a place suggested by the couple that became one of their favorite spots in Sedona. If you’re planning a trip here, this a MUST visit spot!

We stopped at a pull off nearby while we waited for available parking. Here you can see the fantastic views of Cathedral Rock, Sedona. Being in an incredible place like this just enhanced these beautiful people’s connection ♥ What a time to love and be loved! The magic that happened here was something to remember, and COVID will not take that away!

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Tiny Forest Wedding // Flagstaff, Arizona

                             Brooke + Alec

Brooke is another old friend of mine, and I was honored to be a part of her big day. When meeting Alec, I knew he’d make her very happy. We started the day getting ready at a quaint hotel off the highway that led to the forest in Flagstaff Arizona. Their ceremony was along a long dirt road in a large open field - a special spot close to the couple’s hearts. Brooke’s wish came true as she walked down the isle to her prince charming in her forever desired mermaid gown. They then danced the night away with their close family and friends to their happily ever after ♥

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Elopement on Edge // Watson Lake Prescott, Arizona

                        Mandalyn + Jacob

i have known this couple since high school. and they are some of the sweetest people you could ever meet.i walked with jacob while we were setting up for mandy's first look, and he told me the story of how they met and dated.. and broke up.. but he loved her. and when they reunited it was like magic."I knew that was the girl I was going to marry someday."  -Jacob

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Wicked Proposal // Tempe, Arizona

                               Jeff + Andrea

Another grade school friend had got in contact with me and told me his idea of proposing to the love of his life!Jeff and Andrea shared a love for the screenplay "Wicked". So Jeff planned to surprise Andrea by proposing "spontaneously" in the beautiful park right outside the theater where they were showing a production of the play. Least to say... SHE WAS SURPRISED! ^_^

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Newborn Session // Prescott, Arizona

                        Sweet baby Braylee ♥

This was the first ever maternity shoot I ever did, and wow! did I make it harder than it had to be. But sweet little Braylee was such a trooper the entire time she had flashes going on in her face! Her name is a combination of her momma and daddy ♥ Baby girl is now a big sister and they are both more beautiful every day. I wish nothing but the best for this little family!