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An incredible elopement at Cathedral Rock with photographer Katrina Wallace from Sedona Bride . Maycee and Zach were married near the base of the mountain, and after the ceremony, we headed up to the saddle for a stunning photo and video session. Film above, preview below.
Cynthia and Xavier knew exactly what they wanted to do for their elopement. It was to be at sunrise, with Bell Rock behind them. After the ceremony, they would meet up with their incredible dogs. But before any of this, before sunrise and on a beautiful sandstone ledge, they would set a timer for 10 minutes to write their vows. Preview above, full film below.
Dina and Steve eloped on a beautiful June summer evening in Sedona. It’s incredible how life can bring two people together, often when least expected.
Loved working along side Katrina from Sedona Bride Photographers and Karen from Sedona Wedding Ministry.
Preview above, full film below.
Davonna and Chrystian were married at sunrise in Sedona. There were so many magical moments during this elopement. Davonna loves hot air balloons, and one rose above the horizon right at sunrise during the ceremony. There is this lovely moment when Davonna’s eyes light up as she sees it. Davonna and Chrystian also surprised each other by quoting the same song lyric during their vows. What a beautiful morning. It’s always worth it to get up for a sunrise. Full film above, preview below.
Whitney and Andrew eloped in Sedona near Bell Rock. This was a true elopement, just the two of them, and it was magic. The elopement was planned by Earth Elopements, and the photographer was Bon Miller. Preview above, full film below.
Maddie and Jason eloped with their closest people and the incredible Sedona mountains behind them. They got ready at gorgeous home in Sedona. Maddie wrote her father a heartfelt letter that he read out loud, followed by a first look between father and daughter. It’s such an honor to capture these moments.
Shortly after, we headed to the ceremony location. Jason saw his bride for the first time down the aisle, and he was stunned. Their ceremony was absolutely perfect. After taking group photos, Maddie, Jason, photographer Hailey Golich, and I headed out for an adventure. We traveled to a second location, hiked to incredible views, and captured the most epic video and photo. I absolutely love intimate elopements. Full film above, preview below.
Tyleen and Matt eloped with a handful of their loved ones as witnesses, and it was beautiful. We headed down a dirt trail for about 5 minutes to a location with unbelievable views, and no one but a few mountain bikers passed us the entire time. This isn’t always to find in Sedona!
I worked alongside the amazing photographer Maria with Vow to Wander . I’m so grateful for the local talent in Northern Arizona. Film above, preview below.
Jill and Luke came from Texas to elope in Sedona with a few close friends. One of my favorite details was Jill’s bouquet. Each of her elementary students made her a colorful tissue paper flower and put together, they made the most vibrant bouquet. My favorite moment was after the first look. Jill told Luke she got her dress from Facebook Marketplace and they both laughed over love of a good deal. This elopement was full of energy, laughter, and love. Congratulations Jill and Luke! Full film above, preview below.
Chane and Will got married in Florida and right after, came to Sedona. It was their dream to have a red rock session at the top of Cathedral Rock and exchange their vows. Victoria with White Desert Photography and I them in the parking lot (this was not a weekend), and immediately noticed how relaxed Chane and Will were. The big wedding was behind them, and they could just enjoy each other and their vacation. They were all smiles and laughter, and the evening was lovely. There was a dusting of snow on the red rocks, and the sun shone through crevasses it rarely does (thumbnail pic above!!). There was no long line to take photos, and so we had plenty of privacy. Their vows, saved for this moment, were heartfelt, although honestly, it was so windy, Victoria and I couldn’t even hear them. I’m so grateful I caught such quality audio for them to have forever.
Although it was stunning, it was freezing up there. The wind can really whip over that saddle. We were all shivering, and I was even in a beanie and puffy. Truthfully, Chane and Will, even with their Florida acclimation, didn't complain once. It was an adventure and completely worth it. Full film above, preview below.
Lindsay and Mitch were my last wedding of 2022. The original plan was to head up to to Merry Go Round with photographer Hailey Golich in her beautiful 4-Runner. Mother Nature had other plans. Due to snowy and muddy conditions, the road was closed. We quickly adapted. Lindsay and Mitch had their elopement ceremony at Mund’s Wagon trailhead, and then we went to Bell Rock for an incredible adventure session. Being the off-season and snowy, Bell Rock was basically empty. They had a first dance with snowy buttes in the background that I don’t think I will ever forget. Both Hailey and I were shooting from a distance to give them privacy, and I think there is a possibility that, for a moment, they forget we were there. They serenaded the words to one another and shed a few tears. Bliss. On Christmas, they announced their elopement to their loved ones with the sneak peek below and Hailey’s photos.
Full film above, preview below.
For the second time this summer, I had a couple tell their family and friends they were just going on a vacation to Sedona, but really, they were eloping. Only her mom knew the plan. Kayla got ready with her mom on FaceTime. When Mom saw her, she exclaimed through tears “You look like Cinderella!” . It was one of those wedding moments I’ll never forget. Kayla and Jason did bring along their two little boys, and they were such troopers. We made the Jeep ride up to Merry Go Round and they had the sweetest ceremony up there. Kayla was my first bride that wanted to drive a Jeep to the top, so she drove a Jeep with me, the photographer, and the officiant, and Jason drove the other Jeep with the boys. A few weeks laters, back at home, they gathered their people for an “engagement party”, showed them this video, and celebrated.
I love a true elopement. Just the two of them, far from home. They were easy going on all the details because getting married was what mattered most. Marley and Bill were genuine and sweet and exchanged vows where they were vulnerable and real. I’m so happy for these two, and grateful to witness such sacred moments. Also, this was the windiest ceremony I’ve ever filmed. Marley put her own veil in, and that thing stayed put, which was miraculous, because veils seem to fly off 80% of the time. Preview above, film below.
Lindsey and Duane came from Tennessee to elope in a remote location in Sedona, AZ. It was Veteran’s Day, which was lovely as Lindsey is a veteran. The two actually met in high school- Duane was the cute guy that she always wished about. Life took them in different directions for many years, and when they needed each other the most, fate brought them back into each other’s lives. Full film above, preview below.
Sarah and Dalton had a beautiful wedding at a private residence in Oak Creek Canyon. Sarah grew up coming to this beautiful creek side house, and its lush greenery, unique architecture and cliff views were gorgeous.
A highlight from this wedding was the pocket watch. Sarah gave Dalton a pocket watch for his wedding gift, and when he opened it, he was so excited. He couldn’t believe it and said something like “a pocket watch so I can be a gentleman!” Even funnier, he kept calling it a pocket square, which made Hailey Golich, the photographer and his best man laugh repeatedly.
A second highlight was Sarah and her dad’s walk down the aisle. They didn’t just walk, but danced down the aisle, and it brought a great energy to the wedding. Congratulations Sarah and Dalton! Full film above, preview below.
Sarah and Marcus eloped at the base of Bell Rock with their parents. Sarah’s brother was the officiant. I especially loved at the end when he said “You may now kiss my sister.” After a beautiful ceremony— seriously those views get me every time— we said goodbye to the family and headed over to Cathedral Rock. The parking was absolutely insane. Luckily we were all able to get dropped off, but it took a lot of logistics to make that happen. We grabbed a few shots near the base of the trail, and then Sarah hid behind a tree to change from her wedding dress and shoes into hiking clothes. We huffed and puffed it up the trail, where Sarah changed back into her dress. It’s pretty incredible how quickly she got all this done, and how flawless she looked back in her gown at the top of the cliffs.
Cathedral Rock was very busy, however, the hikers were all so kind and incredibly excited to see a bride and groom. They were very respectful and cheered them on as we got our shots. The sunset was gorgeous. This spot, despite the crowds and limited parking, never disappoints.
The photographer at this wedding was Danielle Holman. She is wonderful to work with! Preview above, full film below.
