Wendi and Michael were married at St. Francis Xavier Church in Phoenix on 04/12/08. Wendy got ready at her parent's beautiful home before her ceremony.
Not seen by the guys, she arrived in a limo...
Their reception was at the Paradise Valley CC, with the mountains lit by a setting sun...
entertainment by the simply fabulous Groove Merchants, and a great sparkler exit, it was truly a great day to remember!
Friday, May 02, 2008
Wendi and Michael
Carolyn and Greg
Carolyn and Greg were married at St. Joseph Church in Phoenix on 04/05/08. I really enjoyed being with Carolyn for her getting ready photos...
Their reception was at the Orangetree Resort, 
and after a wonderful reception, our bride and groom took a walk out to the fountain to reflect.
Amber and Sean
Amber and Sean were married at Val Vista Lakes in Gilbert on 04/04/08. When Amber and her bridesmaids asked if they could run across the beach, I jumped for joy! This was going to be a wonderful and fun day!
Dad roared up in his bike for family pic before the ceremony...
...which was both emotional and serene in beautiful surroundings.
I love going up to the Gazebo so that our Bride and Groom can have a romantic moment alone...
Kelley and Chris
Kelley and Chris were married at St. Francis Xavier in Phoenix on 03/29/08. Getting ready at the soon to be remodeled Phoenix CC, Kelley both beautiful and relaxed. Seeing her Dad...
...and thanks to my wonderful assistants Lauren and Angela, former brides I have photographed and have now worked for me for 5 years, for taking the above picture, while I took this one of Kelley with her Dad.
Kelley's flowers were beautiful, and her bridesmaids stunning!
Xavier is always amazing to photograph...
...and I was honored to be with Chris and Kelley for their day, and get to see several of their friends that I had previously photographed.
Abbi and Brian
Abbi and Brian were married at Seville in Gilbert on 03/16/08. Abbi and her bridesmaids were so full of fun, I thoroughly enjoyed our time together!
Meanwhile, Brian asked that we do an Abbi, aka 'Abbey' Road pic...
It was a beautiful and traditional Jewish service under the Chuppah!
...and wow, what a fun party...
Kristina and Joel
Kristina and Joel were married at Corona Ranch in Laveen on 03/15/08. I have never been so impressed by a groom as when Joel first saw his beautiful bride at Legacy Golf. It was a prearranged special meeting and Joel just took off running to her and swept her up!
Corona Ranch has a beautiful Gazebo for the ceremony, and Joel topped it off with a just married jump for joy!
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Recent Weddings
Hi all,
It's been a while since I last posted, so here are some cool images from our recent weddings...
Cynthia and Brad were married at Ashley Manor on 003/01/08.
Kelly and Todd were married at Gold Canyon Ranch on 02/15/08.
Courtenay and Antoine were married at Ashley Manor on 02/08/08.
Ken and Liliya were married at the Greek Orthodox Church and Fairmont Princess on 1/29/08.
Jennifer and Marcus were married at the Sanctuary in Paradise Valley, AZ on 1/25/08.
Jenny and Eric were married at Villa Siena in Gilbert, Arizona on 01/19/08. 
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Ron and Joy
Ron and Joy were married at a Different Pointe of view in Phoenix, Arizona on 12/15/07. 
I have wonderful assistants - both women! Marge took this spectacular and emotional shot of Dad giving away Joy to Ron during the ceremony.
We certainly enjoyed the "View" from the top!
Lindsay and Geoff
Lindsay and Geoff were married at Brophy Chapel in Phoenix, Arizona on 12/08/07. While getting ready at her home, Lindsay asked us for a special photo of her bridal party shoes!
Looking out from her balcony, you can just imagine her anticipation...
...and thoughts of suave Geoff!
This was a blended Catholic/Jewish marriage, so here's Geoff actually breaking the glass in the Jewish tradition at Brophy Chapel!
That is one happy Groom...
...and stunning bride!
Sally and Danny
Sally and Danyy were married at Ashley Manor in Chandler, Arizona on 12/06/07. Sally got ready at the Sheraton San Marcos. What a wonderful and attentive flowergirl she had!
Our very cool Groomsmen readied themselves at the Manor...
...before Sally stunningly arrived by limo!
After their ceremony they were led in to the reception by a belly dancer (this wedding was a way cool blend of Korean and Egyptian cultures!)...
Scott and Lisa
Scott and Lisa were married at the Greek Orthodox Church in Scottsdale, Arizona on 12/01/07. Although it was a drizzly day, it did not deter our groom and groomsmen from enjoying the day...
...while a most elegant bride spent time enjoying her friends and family inside the church!
I love this dramatic picture of the groomsmen outside the church...
Later at Firerock CC, they enjoyed a private moment that I photographed from a balcony above...
...and a very lovely reception.
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Jillian and Owen
Jillian and Owen were married at Superstition Springs Golf Club in Mesa, Arizona on 11/24/07. We had wonderful weather, and a super sunny day!
The staff at the resort were so accomodating, and they took us on a ride to some romantic waterfalls out on the course. It was great to see such a happy bride and groom enjoy their wonderful day...
Daniel and Catherine
Daniel and Catherine were married at St. Mary's Church in Phoenix, Arizona on 11/17/07. Catherine was beautiful and angelic in this image at the Doubletree Resort...
...while the guys got ready at the church, I spied the little ring bearer watching them!
St. Mary's is amazing inside...
After the ceremony, our easy goin' bridal party let me take a magazine like panorama of them outside the church.
...and after a stunning reception at the Doubletree Resort, their night ended with a beautiful last dance!
Amanda and Colin
Amanda and Colin were married at beautiful Brophy Chapel in Phoenix, Arizona on 11/10/07. Amanda was stunning and beautiful! She got ready at the Ritz...
...and as a native Scot, Colin had all his groomsmen in traditional kilts. I'm actually standing by the light rail construction for this picture!
Their reception was at the Ritz on Camelback. I was so honored to be with such nice people who treated me like family... and I was so lucky to be the photographer who captured this image of an ecstatically happy bride!
Jen and Bear
Jen and Bear were married at lovely Provencal (part of the Wright House) in Mesa, Arizona on 11/09/07. Jen characterized herself as a tomboy. Checkout the sneakers...
...yet we still had time for elegance!
...and a wonderfully emotional "moment found" with Mom.
Wednesday, December 05, 2007
Jackie and Scott
Jackie and Scott were married at the always sensational Brophy Chapel in Phoenix on 11/03/07. The bridal parties were a hoot and so much fun...
Is there a more beautiful church than Brophy Chapel?
I specialize in "Moments Found", and during the 1st dance I caught this image of Scott's Mom!
I also got to see Trish and Alex and Meghan and Nick - couples that I had previously photographed! I'd say this reception was super fun!
...What a perfect and romantic last dance to end a sensational day!
Kevin and Ingrid
Kevin and Ingrid were married in beautiful Sedona on 10/27/07. While getting ready at the Hilton, the window light was streaming on to our beautiful bride...
I so enjoyed being with Ingrid... all day she just bubbled with joy and laughter!
Their ceremony was held at Rancho Los Lagos, stunning for its beauty...
After their family pictures, our B&G wanted to go up the mountain for a private sunset moment. But the 4x4 was nowhere to be found! My assistants hopped out of our Saturn Vue, and I took them up top myself!
Tuesday, December 04, 2007
Peter and Andrea
Peter and Andrea were married in Chandler at St. Andrew's Church on 10/20/07. Andrea's flowers were simply gorgeous!!!
After their ceremony, we traveled to the Phoenix Zoo for a fun and family packed reception! But first, there was time for romance...
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Bruno and Amber
Bruno and Amber were married in Sedona at Amara Creekside Resort on 10/13/07. It was my first time photographing at Amara, and I hope to get back there again! The view from Amber's room was spectacular...
...and equally so was the beauty of the ceremony setting.
David and Shannon
David and Shannon were married at Seville in Gilbert on 10/07/07.
Shannon is a former model, and she made it so easy for me!
Just before the ceremony, David gets a kiss from a special friend...
...and what a bubbly grand entrance we had to a wonderful night!
Siamak and Julia
Siamak and Julia were married at JW Marriott on 10/06/07.
A ceremony at the JW is dramatic and elegant! I was excited to photograph there because my own son is getting married at the JW next October!
Just after the ceremony, sunset is a time for reflection and romance...
Crissy and Bobbie
After a whirlwind trip from NYC, Crissy and Bobbie were married at Rancho Manana in Cave Creek 09/29/07.
All the details of their wedding were simply beautiful... especially her Manolo's and flowers!
I enjoyed seeing the special relationships between Bride and her Mom, and Groom with his Dad...
...and Rancho Manana offers the most incredible vistas!
Just don't get caught by the sprinklers... we made it off just in time!!!
Chuck and Jennifer
Chuck and Jennifer were married at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Scottsdale on 09/28/07.
Their reception was at Troon North CC, where they were blessed by one of the most amazing sunsets I have ever seen!
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Blaine and Danielle
Blaine and Danielle were married at Blessed Sacrament Church in Scottsdale, and celebrated at the Scottsdale Resort (a very cool and chic place with wonderful service!) on 09/22/07. Here are some cool collage pages!
A beautiful page in B&W of Danielle getting ready...
Just married!
A romantic time at the resort...
What a wonderful moment to be alone!
Megan and Brad
Megan and Brad were married at Corpus Christi Church in Ahwatukee, and celebrated at the Pointe South Mountain in Phoenix, AZ on 09/15/07. As a change of pace, I thought I'd show you some pages from their very cool collage album!
Getting ready...
Time together at the Pointe...
...and a very spectacular sunset!
Nicolette and Jacob
Nicolette and Jacob were married at Greenfield Lutheran Church and celebrated at Ashley Manor in Chandler, AZ on 09/14/07.
Cool shoes and a moment to remember with Mom...
I'm pretty sure both guys and gals had fun.
...and Chris Birkett led a wild rock n roll reception!
Suzanne and Victor
Suzanne and Victor were married at stunning Ashley Castle in Chandler, AZ on 09/01/07. Suzanne's flowers just seemed to pop!
Although the temps soared, the coolest guys were outside...
...while the stunning bride was sequestered inside.
During the reception, I loved photographing Mom from a distance.
...and in the evening, we were able to take in a little romantic drama!
Michael and Christine
Michael and Christine were married at elegant Sassi in Scottsdale, AZ on 08/25/07. Christine was wonderfully on time and we had plenty of time for details...
Emotion and fashion...
Moments to remember...
...and passion!
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Lucy and Anthony
Lucy and Anthony were married at the Armenian Church in Scottsdale, AZ on 08/18/07. Lucy arrived via limo looking so radiant and beautiful!
I did a little artwork and look how attractive their church came out.
Their reception was held at the JW Marriott, and I'm glad that they were able to have some romantic time together...
...before we entered to a rip roaring, crazy fun Armenian ethnic reception!
With all the energy swirling around, there were still special moments to be photographed before evening's end...
Monday, July 30, 2007
Mariko and Lawson
Mariko and Lawson were married at the Altadena C.C. in Altadena, CA on 07/14/07. Yay! Cool weather!
I really do enjoy photographing a wedding day from start to finish. Here is Mariko just into her dress.
We were really blessed with a beautiful day...
...and a reception that brimmed with fun and excitement!
Melanie and Chad
Melanie and Chad were married in Chandler, Arizona on 7/6/07, at one of the newest and most beautiful venues... Ashley Castle. July is very hot in AZ, so they decided to hold their ceremony indoors, and it was beautiful...
The Castle is very romantic and sunsets are beautiful if you time it just right! 
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
John and Gianna
John and Gianna were married in Scottsdale, Arizona on 6/16/07. A beautiful veil for a stunning bride!
...not to mention perfect flowers too!
A dream realized... finally married!
FireSky offers romantic nooks for those special moments alone.
...and Caleo is now FireSky!
Doug and Kelly
Doug and Kelly were married in Flagstaff, Arizona on 6/15/07. Street photography anyone? I can't believe how much fun we had!
The church was very beautiful! Even though it was dark inside, with the right exposure and tripod, the images came out beautifully...
After their ceremony, we headed up to the ski lodge. At 9000+ feet elevation, what a fantastic view for a wonderful couple.
...and at the end of the evening we were rewarded with a sensational sunset!
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
Ashleigh and Chris
Ashleigh and Chris were married at the Wigwam Resort in Litchfiled, Arizona on 6/9/07. Ashleigh was everything I could hope for in working with a bride. Not only beautiful, but happy, wonderfully friendly, and gracious to everyone!
Excitement brimming as she walked to her wedding ceremony...
...the Wigwam was certainly beautiful with its panorama of palm trees.
Devon and Stephanie
Devon and Stephanie were married at Ashley Manor in Chandler, Arizona on 6/2/07. I love everything about Ashley Manor... it is a jewel in the desert!
The bridal party was great fun...
...and with all the huge resorts to choose from, our couple truely chose their romantic spot.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Jonathan and Megan
Jonathan and Megan were married at St. Maria Goretti Church in Scottsdale, Arizona on 5/26/07. I just loved photographing this wonderful and sweet couple. After photographing Megan's dress, shoes, and getting ready pictures...
...I drove to the church where we met up with this fun group of groomsmen!
Megan arrived in a classic car then showed off her gorgeous dress.
St. Maria Goretti is beautiful and accented by a huge stained glass window in the sanctuary.
After their ceremony, we drove to the Moon Valley C.C. for their reception. Check out the cool new bridge Moon Valley CC has added...
Suddenly, I spied a rainbow sunset and we took off outside for just a few minutes.
But we didn't want to stay away long from this totally fun reception!
Thursday, May 31, 2007
Keith and Michelle
Keith and Michelle were married at the DC Ranch Country Club in Scottsdale, Arizona on 5/19/07. DC Ranch has some of the best architecture and natural light for photography in all of Arizona. Michelle was absolutely stunning on the outside stairs...
Their ceremony was so picturesque with up close mountain views...
after which they shared a very private moment observed only from afar with my 200mm lens!...
...and if your looking for a beautiful sunset, DC Ranch is the right place!
Rebecca and Jose
Rebecca and Jose were married at the United Methodist Church in Paradise Valley, Arizona on 5/12/07. Just before the ceremony started, Jose shared a very special moment with his mom.
The church was beautiful and spacious, with a spectacular stained glass view.
While the staff set up the room at McCormick Ranch Golf Club...
...the bridal party whooped it up!
The super evening was topped off with a fireworks display!
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
Lisette and Heber
Lisette and Heber were married at the always dramatic Brophy Chapel in Phoenix, Arizona on 4/28/07. Heber arrived first and and we decided to do the Beatles Abbey Road walk down Central!
Lisette was a beautiful bride, stunning beneath the Brophy arches.
...I usually stay in the back of the church so as not to be a distraction. However, while waiting as the guests arrived, I was able to take this picture for the first time ever...
...and after the ceremony, Heber demonstrated that he was a "world class" dipping groom!
Sunday, May 06, 2007
Nicole and Nate
Nicole and Nate were married at the Presbyterian Church in North Scottsdale, Arizona on 4/21/07. Nate arrived first and man! his guys were cool...
Nicole and her bridesmaids certainly had flowers to remember forever...
...and their church was g-i-normeous and beautiful to match. After a few anxious moments, the flower girl and ringbearer came down the aisle hand in hand!
After their ceremony we were off to Sunridge Canyon for some romance...
...and a kick off your shoes fun reception.
Sarah and Brian
Sarah and Brian were married at The Pointe at South Mountain in Phoenix, Arizona on 4/20/07. Sarah was just gorgeous in her stunning and stylish dress.
Her brilliant flowers....
...helped match the setting at the Pointe's Palm walk for a spectacular ceremony!
I love photographing a "Moment Found" and this was a great one!
I'm always up for a cool shot from above and so were they....
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
Heather and Nate
Heather and Nate were married at Blessed Sacrament Church on 4/14/07. In the morning we arrived at Heather's family home for getting ready pictures. When we saw how beautiful Heather was, we knew that it was going to be an exciting day!
Then it was off to church where we met up with the guys who were a gas...
...and the bridesmaids wwere stunningly beautiful!
Blessed Sacrament is warm and friendly and complemented by a beautiful stained glass window.
After the wedding ceremony we were off to the park for some fun...
In the evening we arrived for the reception at Troon North Golf Club in Scottsdale, AZ. Heather was up to the fashion challenge!
Followed by sunset pictures...
...and after a night of partying, we captured a sparkler exit.
Monday, April 16, 2007
Kevin and Jennifer
Kevin and Jennifer were married at the Talking Stick Golf Club in Scottsdale on 4/07/07. The light and walkway architecture at Talking Stick is perfect for fashion photography!
...and its so great to be with bridesmaids that care so much about each other.
Talking Stick offers beautiful vista views for your ceremony...
The reception rocked and rolled. I was hysterical watching the Ohio University fraternity brothers keel over to the song "Oh Oh Domino".
At the end of the night I was rewarded with a sneak peak of the newlyweds. What a wonderful and caring couple!
Rick and Ruth
Rick and Ruth were married at Desert Mountain in Carefree on 3/24/07. I loved Ruth's attention to detail in her lovely flowers, shoes, and dress.
Ruth was so beautiful as she descended the clubhouse stairs...
...and Desert Mountain is so romantic, particularly at the Stone Gatehouse!
Tuesday, April 03, 2007
David and Michelle
David and Michelle were married on 03/17/07 at the Embassy Suites PV/Stonecreek Golf Club in Paradise Valley, Arizona. 
I came early that day so I could attend their traditional Chinese wedding tea ceremony, and was rewarded with a picture of beautiful Michelle, stunning in her traditional red wedding dress.
The groom had to use a groomsman to batter down the door!
Embassy Suites PV has a beautiful room for receptions...
But Michelle and David were graced with one of the most gorgeous sunsets I have ever seen!
Julie and Scott
Julie and Scott were married on 3/10/07 in Safford, Arizona. Her wedding detail, dress and shoes, were just magnificent!
Oh! And did I mention this was an Arizona wedding... an authentic western wedding!!!
Wait a minute... that's not the bride and groom...
...our bride and groom in a beautiful southwestern setting.