Sarah & Kyle // Sky Ranch Lodge and Mesa Grill Sedona Wedding

Sarah and Kyle are living life to the fullest. They have lived in Hawaii together, are now in Florida, and seek for meaningful experiences above all else. They were married at Sky Ranch Lodge. After the ceremony, we headed to Airport Vortex for sunset portraits. On the way back, the traffic back up to Mesa Grill was terrible. At first we stressed, but then we embraced the chill time together in the Jeep. We lowered the roof and Sarah and Kyle had a blast standing up as we crept along, waving to all the cheering tourists. It was kind of like a mini parade. Sarah later told me that was one of her favorite parts of the day.

The reception was held at Mesa Grill. It was my first time filming there, and the views and vibe were fabulous. The weather was perfect, the dance floor large, the lighting great. Sedona has so many great venues- it’s kind of incredible! Congratulations Sarah and Kyle! Full film above, preview below.

Gina & Dylan // Sedona Micro Wedding

Gina and Dylan were married at Lover’s Knoll with a few of their closest family and friends. Their vows were so sweet and tender, and it was clear that they were over the moon to start a life together as husband and wife. This is an example of a wedding where I was there for approximately 90 minutes, and we were able to create magic! Some couples only want me there for the ceremony and portraits after, and this can absolutely work.

Preview above, full film below.

Josh & Julia // Palisade, Colorado Wedding

Josh is one of my husband’s closest friends. They worked together in Moab, UT and clicked over their love for motorcycles, electric guitars, and super nachos. They both have dealt with severe back issues, and I’m glad they’ve had each other, because they both know what it’s really like to have chronic pain.

I remember several years ago we went on a double date in Moab on motorcycles to get Mexican food. I liked Julia immediately. She was sweet, funny, and very smart. Over the years we have stayed in touch and visited each other since we’ve all moved from Moab.

Over the last few years, Julia has survived a brain tumor. We are so glad she is still here and she is a fighter.

When they got engaged, they asked Clay to officiate and if our daughter would be the flower girl. I offered to film for their wedding gift. The wedding was beautiful, and we loved Palisade. I think my husband did a pretty great job as officiant too. We love you Josh and Julia!

Full film above, preview below.

Photo by Amanda Matilda Photography

Photo of the cutest flower girl by Amanda Matilda Photography

Vita & Jason // Agave of Sedona Wedding

Vita and Jason came from New Jersey to get married in Sedona, and they brought their family and friends with them. They had the best energy, accents, and I laughed when their friends told me how terrible the pizza in Sedona was, although Vita thought it tasted delicious (hooray for everything being great on your wedding day). I loved Vita’s first look with her father. I also loved when Jason fed her cake, kind of like a parent feeds a toddler. She gave him quite the look for that. The dance party after dinner was one that will be hard to rival, and of course, the opening speech in this wedding film is one of my favorites ever. I love a good wedding speech. Congrats Jason and Vita. Full film above, preview below.

Emily & Ricardo // Gardens at Viola's Flagstaff Wedding

I loved this wedding. I love their story. Watch the first 2 minutes of the film above, and you’ll see what I mean. The two went to prom together, parted ways, and then came back together years later, never to be separated. Once I heard about their love story, I scrolled through Emily’s Instagram and found the video of Ricardo asking her to prom. I squealed out loud and knew I had to use that clip.

Ricardo’s father’s speech in the beginning of the film makes my heart soar. It’s these wedding moments I live for. And of course, the Gardens at Viola’s in Flagstaff is an incredible venue. Emily and Ricardo, thank you for trusting me to capture your beautiful story. Full film above, preview below.

Chrissie & Matt // Flagstaff Ranch Golf Club Wedding

I love Sedona, but filming summer weddings in Flagstaff is a dream for me. The morning of Chrissie and Matt’s wedding, I went to all three of my kids’ soccer games while my gear was charging, came home for lunch, and headed to the wedding. Not having the hour plus drive to Sedona really takes the edge off, and obviously, the summer temps of Flagstaff are such a relief to the desert heat.

Chrissie and Matt both live in Flagstaff and I loved hearing about how Chrissie came to Flagstaff as an engineer, met Matt and knew she could never leave.

Flagstaff Ranch Golf Club has gorgeous panoramic views of the San Francisco Peaks to Kendrick Peak and the large windows and balcony allow you to enjoy them all night. So much love to this couple!

Preview above, full film below.

Sarah & Dillon // Foxboro Ranch Estates Wedding near Flagstaff, AZ

Sarah and Dillon had a beautiful wedding at Foxboro Ranch Estates. The day was filled with so many tender moments. Both wrote beautiful letters to each other and their parents. Sarah and Dillon did a first touch and shared a prayer so the first look could be down the aisle. The beautiful scenery of the Coconino National Forest perfectly framed their love, and the aspen covered island at Foxboro Ranch was the cherry on top.

Full film above, preview below.

I love meeting and working with the talented Nico Marie.

Photo by Nico Marie Photography.

Photo by Nico Marie Photography.

Meagan & Blaine // Sedona Elopement

Meagan and Blaine traveled from Texas to elope in Sedona. I loved the style of this wedding. From their son’s cowboy hat and belt buckle, to Meagan’s bare feet and Blaine’s suit coat with jeans. It just seemed so authentic to who they are. This lovely elopement was planned by Weddings in Sedona with photography by Monica Saatay. Preview above, film will be kept private.

BTS photo by Monica Saatay.

Taylor & Kevin // Viola's Flower Garden Flagstaff Wedding

I was finally able to film at Viola’s Flower Garden in Flagstaff, AZ. It was as dreamy as I hoped it would be. The flowers are just unbelievable. The grounds provide both beautiful, natural forest and the incredible nursery area. The ceremony location is ideal, there is a full kitchen, and there was plenty of space to dance.

I would happily film at Viola’s every weekend.

Taylor had a sweet first look with her dad in the ponderosas. There is something so tender about a dad seeing his daughter in her wedding dress for the first time. Kevin also couldn’t wait to see Taylor walk down the aisle, and I loved the anticipation of that moment. There was a huge supply of love and support for Taylor and Kevin, and it was a joy to film their wedding.

Oh, and Fat Olives catered this wedding and it was some of my favorite food I’ve ever eaten at a wedding. They even sent me home with a personal pan pizza.

BTS photo by the talented Monica Saatay.

Bridget & Nick // Enchantment Resort Wedding

Bridget and Nick had quite the wedding day. They got ready separately at the lovely Enchantment Resort. Bridget with her ladies, blaring Taylor Swift, and Nick with his best man and future brothers in law. Once everyone was ready, we all headed into 4x4 vehicles, I think there were 5, and caravanned up to Merry Go Round Rock. It takes a good chunk of time as this road is ridiculously bumpy. Once we got up the mountain, Bridget and Nick had their first touch on the side of the Jeep. We then got Nick to the cliffside for the ceremony. He was so excited to see her and the anticipation had really been built up. I love this part of the film!

It was extremely windy that day. Extremely. Sand was blowing in our eyes, hair was going crazy, and I kept blowing dust off the front of my lens. We were trying to see if it would die down, but it soon became clear that it definitely wasn’t going to, so the show went on. I swear this was the windiest spring! Thank goodness for my lapel mics so I could ensure high quality audio.

After their beautiful ceremony, Nick and Bridget had the greatest celebratory cheer- another of my favorite parts. Lucas flew drone during the portrait session and amazingly was able to get footage with 50 mph guests. After the sunset we headed down the mountain and back to Enchantment for the reception.

Bridget is a ray of sunshine full of laughter and life. Nick was so kind and loving. Together, their joy was contagious. Congratulations Nick and Bridget. Full film above, preview below.

Cynthia & John // Grand Canyon and Flagstaff Elopement {Flagstaff Elopement Videographer}

Cynthia and John had wedding plans destroyed by COVID. They were supposed to get married in 2020 in Flagstaff, AZ at a church, but it was cancelled. And in the long run, despite the heartache, they were grateful their wedding turned out like it did. Cynthia grew up at the south rim of the Grand Canyon. She returned there to work dispatch at the Grand Canyon airport. John is a commercial pilot. One day he was flying into Grand Canyon airport and spoke to a woman through dispatch. The woman was Cynthia. Shortly after, they met face to face in the airport and John was struck by her beauty. Eventually they saw each other in the airport again, exchanged SnapChats, shared pizza on the rim at sunset, and the rest is history. You can’t make this stuff up.

After their original wedding was cancelled, they decided to reschedule with a smaller wedding. The new plan was to fly from Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon with John as pilot. The day of the wedding was extremely windy, so we decided to head to the Flagstaff airport to take photos and video with John’s plane, and then drive to the Grand Canyon. I was a little disappointed not to be flying there, but after seeing the size of the plane and feeling the 40-50 mile an hour gusts, I was just fine with the decision— especially after Cynthia told me she even gets sick when it’s that windy.

We drove together to the South Rim, picked up a pizza at We Cook, the same place they shared pizza from on their first date, and headed to a fabulous viewpoint. We met officiant Jen Paul from Life Passages, along with photographer Dalaney Mason (a fab Prescott based photographer).

The ceremony was intimate and lovely with gorgeous views. After the ceremony, Cynthia’s favorite bird, a California condor, flew over us. I’ve been to the Grand Canyon countless times, and this was my first time seeing one at the south rim. It really felt meant to be- magic.

Full film above, preview below. BTS photos from Dalaney Mason.

Sarah & Dalton Oak Creek Wedding // Flagstaff and Sedona Videographer

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.

Grand Canyon Rentals Adventures Commercial Shoot // Flagstaff Commercial Videographer

I headed to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon to Tusayan to film for Grand Canyon Rentals Adventures. They are a Polaris outfitter that rents side by sides to explore the dirt roads in the Kaibab National Forest near the Grand Canyon. Customers can also drive their side by side into Grand Canyon National Park to take in the incredible views. It is a fantastic adventure. These side by sides have top notch shocks and give a smooth ride. The GPS makes it impossible to get lost, and there are miles of dirt roads to explore.

John, the owner of G.C. Rentals Adventures wanted to create a film that showcases the customer experience. Customers often ask what their storefront looks like, how they can load their snacks, if there are coolers, safety equipment, GPS, helmets, goggles, etc. This video answers all these questions and will give potential customers the confidence they need to book their reservation. In addition to this video, I created shorter versions, perfect for reels and stories.

I loved this experience, and we are planning a future shoot to showcase their overnight camping trips.

Amanda & Kenny // Red Agave Adventure Resort Wedding

Amanda and Kenny’s wedding was a total blast. Her dad officiated and quoted Bob Marley; we went on a good 2 mile hike after the ceremony; their first dance was to this amazing song called All My Love by Stick Figure that I’ve been listening to daily ever since; their bridal party was an incredibly supportive, beautiful, and fun bunch.

Amanda was also one of the most humble people I’ve ever met. She’s going to serve and love people for the rest of her life- it’s clear. I often wish my brides lived in Flagstaff so they could become my new adventure buddies. So much love to these two! Full film above, preview below.

Kathryn & Sam // Desert Botanical Garden Wedding

I don’t think I’ll ever forget how Sam promised to follow Kathryn down black diamonds (even if he’s not sure if it’s a good idea) and to call each day on the way home from work. Kathryn promised to keep OJ in the fridge, gummies in the pantry, and to go on beach vacations (even if they’re not her thing). I also loved how in the toasts, both families mentioned how competitive the other is at board games. We’re talking ultra competitive.

The Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix was a phenomenal venue, and I absolutely hope I get to film here again. The way the saguaros were lit at night, the great outdoor dance floor (which they tore up), and the lovely ceremony spot…a southern AZ dream.

Preview above, full film below.