A beautiful wedding at Oasis at Wild Horse Ranch

Justin and Jennifer's fabulous wedding at Oasis at Wild Horse Ranch was
everything a girl could dream of. 

Jennifer wanted something unique and special for flowers.  She had her bouquet custom made out of metal.
These sweet roses will never wilt. 

Beautiful Angelic music was provide by Anne Stigall at the ceremony.

Off into the sunset they drive in their Jeep.

Is it just me or is the first dance everyone else's favorite part of the day.
Well at least one of my favorites.  So many to choose from.

Congratulations to Jenn and Justin.  May you have a
wonderful and blessed life together.

Alex and Lindsey: Some Serious Romance

I am excited to share with you the wedding day of Lindsey and Alex.  We have been blessed to get to know them very well.  They were attendants in a previous wedding we photographed.  We photographed their engagement session and  I photographed Lindsey's boudoir session.  I have to say they are just the sweetest couple ever.   I think you will really enjoy their story.

We started out at Avalon Salon.  As many of you know we do full event coverage.  That means that I start out early with the hair.

After that we headed back to Oasis at Wild Horse Ranch to get ready and do some pre-ceremony photos.  Lindsey got along so well with her mom and thought this was just precious.  Plus, don't you love the detail on the back of the dress.

What a beauty!!

Off to the church we go.   They were wed at the historical, newly renovated and beautiful St Augustine Cathedral.

A cute note that happened during the day:  While we were taking pics of the couple, 5 quail ran in front of them.  Then later in the day there was 5 baby kittens that had just been born and peeking around at us.  Lindsey thought this might be a sign of how many children they will have.  Hmmmm I will have to keep you all updated.  Lindsey and Alex, you have some work ahead of you so better get going.

They are just so pretty. 

Elaine Taylor was the fabulous designer for the flowers. 

The girls had these amazing shoes.  So sexy.  BUT......as shoes go, not so comfy.  We had a taking off the shoe toss and jump for the joy for the freedom to their feet. 

I loooooooooooved their details.  The black and white runners were stunning and absolutely set the stage against the green grass at Wild Horse Ranch.

The cake reminded me of fabric patch work.  I really loved the uniqueness.

Alex was most likely surprised to see his Grooms cake.  Ummmm do you think he likes the Yankees?

We had such a great time being a part of your wedding day and know that they will be one of those couples that are meant for a lifetime.

Congratulations.

Jason and Shelley wed at Oasis at Wild Horse Ranch

Two blogs in one day you say.....I know, I can hardly believe it myself.  Truth is I really need to get caught up.  We photograph so many engagements and weddings, one a week isn't cutting it.

So with that said, let me introduce you to Jason and Shelley.  They were wed at Oasis at Wild Horse Ranch.  We love this location.  It gives couples a variation of backdrops.  You have green foliage, water and desert.  The staff is incredible to work with and Raynu pays extreme attention to details.  You can not go wrong here.

The ceremony started with the officiant using a Desert Sage Smudge Stick.

Definition:  

To 'smudge' is to purify with smoke from sacred herbs. For thousands of years, shamans, medicine men, and healers around the world have used smudging for spiritual and healing work

The aligned simple vases filled with wild flowers along the path in the ceremony.  It was a beautiful ceremony and ended with a kiss.

I loved Shelely and Jason's vision of simple beauty.  Flowers were casually placed as if they were just happened to be  found there. 

Jason and Shelley are rock climbers.  So of course they gave each guest a carabiner.  What is a carabiner you ask?  It is a safety loop used in rock climbing. It could also have a similar meaning in your marriage:  You will each be each others safety carabiners as you go through life.   But to make it even more personal, they had imprinted with "Con amore e grazie".  What does that mean you say?  Thank you with love.  Now that is just sweet.

Another very personal touch was having guest sign quilting squares instead of a signing book.  A true treasure to have for the rest of your lives.

Here is an areal view of the reception.  Love the city lights.

I end this beautiful day with the first dance.  Such sweet passion.  Congratulations Jason and Shelley.