The Cowboy and the Princess - Nano and Jennifer Wedding

We have given this couple the title of the Cowboy and the Princess.   Nano's roots are from Patagonia, AZ and Jennifer is more of a city slicker.  She wears her stiletto's and works in Suburbia.  Nano prefers to spend his days on the back of a horse.  We really played this up in their engagement session.  But they compliment each other and balance out each other in such a special way.

The wedding and ceremony was held in Tubac, AZ at the Tubac Golf Resort and Spa.  The Chapel there is a 17th Century Mission style chapel and so representative of the Southwest.

Th inside of the Mission Church is very classic and simple with beautiful ornate wooden chairs.

The Kiss

This little ring bearer just melts your heart. 

I lovvvvvvvvvvvvve the next two shots that Jon got of the men.  The 10 gallon cowboy hat, cowboys hanging out on the fence........very representative of the Old West

Check out the size of this wedding party.  I think there is 24 of them. 

 

Cake and Cupcakes were yummy red velvet made by Sweet Creations.

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We know that Nano and Jennifer will live happily ever after.  Congrats to you both.

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.

Ken and Kara - Light Hearted and full of Love

Have you ever had one of those days when everything goes your way.  This was one of them.  Everything cooperated including the sunlight.  We had the most delicious light this wedding day.

This fun loving - free spirited couple is Ken and Kara.  The wedding ceremony was held at Beautiful Savor Lutheran Church  and the reception was held at Heritage Highlands at Dove Mountain.

The above image is one of my favorites.  They ended up using this image on their thank you cards and we have used it in our new ad in Tucson Bride and Groom Magazine.

Heritage Highlands used an image very similar to this for their new ad in the Tucson Bride and Groom magazine

The whole wedding party was fun and up for this whimsical shot.  (Also used in the Tucson Bride and Groom magazine)

This was a fun detail.  The bartenders special brew was Sangria and the recipe came from a visit to Spain.

Ken and Kara chose to use pie instead of cake.  Love it!.  Pies were made by Village Bake House.  The array of wonderful pumpkins, squash and other vegitables were centerpieces and grown in Kara's dads garden.  A family recipe was attached to each vegi and was to be taken home by the guests.

Ken and Kara sat us at the head table.  Wow we felt like royalty.  To all that read this, it is NEVER expected but it was a treat for sure.

Kara had lived with two of her bridesmaids for 7 years and were her best friends.  When it came time for the toast it was definitely a tear jerker.  The two roommates brought a poster that had been in their apartment for all those years.  On the poster  was Likes and Dislikes.  When Kara began dating Ken, his name was put on a post it.  As time went on, Kens post it made it over to the Like section and stayed.

Ken and Kara had a beautiful choreographed dance.  Love it....makes such a statement.

It was a beautiful day with an amazing couple.  Congrats to you both.  Thanks for allowing us to be a part of your day.

Liz and Javier, Tanque Verde Ranch, Wild West and Oasis in the Desert

Tucson's Hidden Treasure.  Go East on Speedway until you can go no further and you will find Tanque Verde Ranch.  This is an historical ranch that was homesteaded in 1868.  This beautiful venue is nestled among the natural beauty of the Rincon Mountains, between the Saguaro National Park and the Coronado National Forest.

This is where Liz and Javier tied the knot.  It gives you the flavor of the old west and an oasis in the desert. 

Tanque Verde Ranch give couples an option for their ceremony location.  Liz and Javier chose to say I Do overlooking the Rincon Mountains and blue sky's as far as the eye can see.

And then off to the Oasis.  They have a small quaint pond with a rickety rustic bridge.

The reflection, the pose, the romance.......SIGH!

I love the sunlight showering the couple with a yummy glow.

We are off to the reception.  Smiles, laughter and light hearts.

The family gives a shout out of cheers and good wishes.

Liz........ "Score"

Liz and Javier had a very unique cake idea.  They put a small cake as the centerpiece of each table. 

We ended the night with a very unique night shot......our hidden treasure.

Congratulations Liz and Javier.  You are an adorable couple and we felt blessed to be a part of your day.