Tucson is a destination wedding location???? Who knew?

Let me introduce to you a couple that lives in London and chose to come to Tucson for
their destination wedding.  This is Philip and Dawn. 
Who knew Tucson was a destination hot spot.
Right?

For those who do not know, Tucson is the biggest small town in the universe.
There is 4 degrees of separation with everyone that lives here.
Those of us that live here would never think that our little dusty town would
be the place to go.

But truth be told our town is pretty special and unique.  If you live here you either
love it or hate it.  Jon and I.... well.......we love it and can understand why people would
want to come here.

Dawn has a passion for horses and chose one of our most precious historical venues in
town - Tanque Verde Ranch.  Tanque Verde Ranch is nestled against the
Rincon Mountains.  If you haven't been there, it's a must see and a great stay-cation.

Everyone is dressed and ready to go, Cindy from Tanque Verde Ranch
does her final touches.

Since Philip and Dawn traveled so far, the wedding party was quaint.  They brought with them two close
friends.  Since the size of the wedding party was small they were blessed with the opportunity
to have their ceremony on the small island.  How romantic.

Well certainly you must of expected us to spend some time with the 4 legged kind.  And they came with
their game faces.  Certainly they were not camera shy.

HAMS!!!!

The staff at Tanque Verde Ranch surprised them with a cake.  Apparently cutting the cake and
feeding each other is not a tradition in the UK.  So this was a fun American tradition
we taught them.

The men in the group are business partners and run about 15 Pubs back home.   So when they asked
where they should go for a few drinks aka reception.  Well of coarse we directed them to
4th Ave and the Surly Winch.  They loved it. 

After a long and wonderful day they retreated back to the ranch where they were treated to petals on the
bed and champagne on ice.

What a lovely day for a lovely couple.  Cheers!!!!!

Add a touch of vintage to your centerpiece

I love vintage as I know many of you do.  Vintage many times can save you some money with your decorations all the while adding a distinct eclectic and romantic style. 

Here is a blog I have found that talks about using the vintage candle:  Archive Vintage Rentals . 

We recently photographed a wedding of Celeste and Frank at Tanque Verde Ranch and they used a wide variety of vintage candlesticks and candle holders.  Just think of the possibilities.............

Matt and Emily married at a Tucson Treasure - Tanque Verde Ranch

 
Emily and Matt were married at the Tanque Verde Ranch.  When people see pictures that we have displayed of this location they are always surprised it is Tanque Verde Ranch.  This is a location hidden on the East side of town and just a Tucson treasure.  They have so much to offer from the rustic to the lush.  The green grass is kept up year round and they have a beautiful pond with a quaint old wooden bridge.  The event Planner -  Cindy- is one of the hardest working professionals in the industry and will take care of your every need.

Emily and Matt had many children in their extended family and this was a huge part of their day.  There was kiddo's everywhere and cute as a button.  It was important to them to incorporate and allow them all to be part of the big day.

Something about her blue eyes that penetrate my soul.  I'm just drawn in.

Emily and Matt had a pretty good size wedding party.  Larger size groups are not a problem.  Gives us more levels to work with.  The girls side was especially large with the Jr. Bridesmaids and flower girls galore

The Girls.

Tanque Verde Ranch is nestled up against the majestic Rincon Mountains.  Beautiful backdrop for the ceremony.

The next series of pictures are of just Emily and Matt.  Just gorgeous and dramatic.    In Tucson, we do not have many seasons.  It's really only hot and not so hot.  Green or not green.  Their wedding took place in the not so hot and not so green time of year.  But we love making lemonade and just look at the dramatic scenes that were created.

On to the reception and lettin the hair down.

Smashin the cake......Oh Yay.....your photographers and guests love this.  I know many of you women say no way in double H hockey stick.  But it really is fun.  Come on and let go-  It's a party!!!   Just make sure you have white cake.  Black or red stains the face......Oh yes, seen it happen.

Some cwazy dancing and good times by all.

Beautiful ending to a special day.  Congratulations you two cuties.