How to have an epic off-roading adventurous elopement - Merry Go Round Rock Sedona, AZ

Are you not really into hiking, but you really want to elope somewhere epic and beautiful?Let me tell you about this epic spot in Sedona that requires NO hiking and just a little bit of off-roading. Some couples aren’t really into hiking! Or maybe you are into hiking--but not on your wedding day. I don’t know about you, but I get SO sweaty when I am hiking.

I have photographed some bad-ass couples who hike on their elopement day and appear to be sweat-free unicorns. I’ll need to investigate more into this strange phenomenon of couples who don’t sweat. I’ll get back to you. 

However, that ain’t me! And maybe you’re not a sweat-free unicorn either. But let’s not have that hold you back from eloping somewhere epic.

This spot is my favorite secret elopement location in Sedona! And I’m going to give you all the deets.

You don’t need a permit to elope in Sedona!! 

Seriously! This makes it one of the best options for eloping, especially if you’re planning something last minute. Tons of iconic spots in Sedona don’t require a permit to elope there! I’m talking Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, and my favorite--Merry Go Round Rock! For many spots in Sedona, all that is required is a parking fee! (But not Merry Go Round Rock. WOO!)

What are the best months to elope in Sedona?

Almost any time other than the middle of the summer, lol! People don’t realize how HOT Sedona gets in the summertime! Sedona can often be over 100 degrees in the middle of the summer. Remember what I said earlier about being a sweat-free unicorn? If you’re not one--I recommend avoiding the summer!! 

If you want the “perfect” weather, I’d recommend eloping in Sedona in the spring or fall months! Remember that it can also snow in the winter months! But honestly, those snow capped red rocks are BEAUTIFUL. So, if you’re down for some nipply weather--then do it!

Keep in mind that it can rain in Sedona! I know what you’re thinking...Arizona? Rain? Impossible! I know, it confuses me, too. But it does *occasionally* rain here! But that’s mostly during monsoon season which is also during the summer! And remember? I told you it’s best to avoid the summer--for more reasons than one! While rain can create some epic Notebook moments and I 100% subscribe to couples embracing mother nature and dancing in the rain; in Sedona it can cause flash floods in certain areas so you should be careful!

I recommend getting to Sedona on a weekday or the day before your elopement and picking up your marriage license!

You can go https://www.coconino.az.gov/134/Marriage-Licenses here and get all the info! Arizona is actually a state where there’s no waiting time for getting married after you purchase your marriage license! You can technically pick it up the day of your wedding! However, to save you the stress and headache, I recommend trying to get it a day or two before if you can!

What kind of vendors do you need for an elopement in Sedona? 

I always recommend at least the basics! Florists, hair and makeup, and some grub! However, you can get wild and have as many (or as few) vendors as you’d like! I fully believe that eloping couples have the joy of doing whatever the f#@k they want to on their wedding day. Do you want something simple and laid back? YES! DO IT! Do you want something extravagant and the whole nine yards? TREAT YO SELF. Absolutely do you, boo.

But let me recommend some of my favorite vendors!

You’ll need a photographer--hello, nice to meet you! 

You’ll want a florist that compliments the beauty of Sedona! (She created these gorgeous flowers from this shoot!) https://moelleuxevents.com/

Maybe you’ll want some hair and makeup! https://sedonabeautyteam.com/

And you’ll definitely want something good to eat. If it’s just the two of you eloping or you are having a few guests, I recommend grabbing dinner reservations at The Hudson! https://thehudsonsedona.com/

You’ll also need someone to get you two married! Did you know you can self-solemnize? If you’re wanting to ditch the traditional officiant route you can instead share your vows privately with one another! And then I can legally sign as your officiant on your documents.

But if you are wanting the officiant experience then you have a few options! You can choose a friend or family member to get ordained and marry the two of you. It’s easy--trust me! Or you can ask about my husband's services! He’s officiated several of the weddings I’ve photographed. He may be available for your day, too! And he’s pretty handsome in photos. Or you can reach out to my favorite celebrant in Sedona! 

Life Passages. https://life-passages-wedding-planner.business.site/

Is there a certain day of the week we should elope? 

I’m so glad you asked! YES. In Sedona (or almost anywhere really) I always recommend my couples try to elope on a weekday if they can swing it. If you can’t--that’s totally okay! I know that’s not possible for everyone and we will still get you married and you’ll still have an amazing day. But! There are just usually significantly less people in national and state parks, and on hiking trails on weekdays!

I love when my couples are given the privacy on their elopement day to be 100% them. I think everyone deserves to feel like it’s “only them” on a day when they’re getting married. And on a weekend day there can sometimes be a lot of people in one spot! And that’s another reason I recommend Merry Go Round rock because it’s SO private! There are other hikes in Sedona that are frequently crowded and can feel like you’re just another person in line trying to get married.

What’s so cool about Merry Go Round Rock?

As I said above--it’s so private and intimate! I usually plan for my couples to elope there towards sunset for the best lighting! Jeep Tours in Sedona will take people to this spot throughout the day, but they stop taking people towards sunset for safety reasons. Keep in mind that it’s not unsafe to travel back in the dark. In fact, you’ll get some pretty sick star pictures on the way out. Seriously, the stars are INSANE over there on a clear night.

While the spot is more private you don’t have to compromise epic views. It’s one of my favorite views in Sedona!

AND you don’t have to hike! You can sit back and enjoy the (bumpy) ride!

Okay, how do we get there?

You’ll definitely want to rent a jeep or some other off roading vehicle. https://www.myejeep.com/ Check out MYW Jeep to rent some vehicles in Sedona for your off roading adventure! I had a couple do an adventure session in Sedona and they rented their own Jeep to adventure around Sedona! You can check out the full adventure session HERE.

Keep in mind that if you’re taking it slow + safe it will take you 1-1.5 hours to get to Merry Go Round Rock from the start of the trail! But it’s SOO worth it for those epic views. Merry Go Round Rock is one of the best spots to elope at in Arizona!

Check out a fully wedding day that I blogged from this location to see what your wedding day here might look like! Check it out HERE.

Seriously, eloping in Sedona at Merry Go Round rock is that simple! If you’re thinking of eloping here then reach out to me! Fill out my contact form below and we can go over all the details of planning your epic off roading elopement day.

Your wedding got canceled because of COVID-19, now what?

My heart goes out to all of the couples who have spent months, if not years, planning their wedding day for it to get canceled or postponed because of COVID-19. 

You might be super upset and you’re allowed to be! While it is for the best to not have any large gathering, it still sucks. So much planning and thought goes into your wedding day. Take a minute, or two, to allow yourself to be upset....

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Okay, now what? 

I’ve already had several of my couples reach out to me because their venue canceled their wedding day. They’re lost and they dont know what to do! 

Don’t panic--we GOT THIS! 

My favorite suggestion to share with my couples and anyone in this situation is to ELOPE!

Not sure what exactly an elopement is in 2020? Read my blog HERE where I bust myths about elopements and help you better understand what an elopement is and if it’s the best decision for you!

I firmly believe that what is most important about your wedding is the two of you and your love for one another. Coming together, sharing your vows and promises to one another, and doing the damn thing! 

This option may not be the best option for everyone, but if you still want to have your wedding day you can! You can stick with your original wedding date! Or you can plan to elope before or after your original wedding date. Weeks, months, it doesn’t matter! Drive out somewhere, pick a spot outdoors where there’s little to no people around and promise yourselves to one another. And you can still have this special day photographed! 

Get ready together at your home. Fix their tie or button their dress. Spruce your significant other up and share that intimate moment of making sure they look FABULOUS for their wedding day. 

Share a special note with each other or a gift, if you’d like! Or get ready separately and have a sweet First Look moment!

Now drive off somewhere secluded!

You two can dress up in your wedding day clothes and have your ceremony, with or without an officiant! You can have the papers signed legally on that date or you can get them signed later (legal documents shouldn’t hold you back from marrying the love of your life!) You can also choose to NOT have an officiant and limit the amount of people there and have your photographer sign as an officiant! Ask your photographer before you do this though. Not all photographers are licensed, but I am! I photograph lots of elopements and sometimes couples choose to self solemnize, and then I am able to quickly and legally sign as their officiant. 

And then celebrate your day! Go hiking, off roading, have a drink and picnic together and watch the sunset! Go skinny dipping, have a dance party, and then make smores together! Or go back home, make dinner by candlelight, and then cuddle up on the couch and watch your favorite movie together or play your favorite card game.

Don’t let this virus ruin your day! You can still have your wedding day and make it special. 

“Okay, that sounds nice, but what about partying with my friends and family? What about all of our original plans? WHAT ABOUT MY DREAMS??”

Most venues are rescheduling couples’ wedding days at no additional cost! So, still have your traditional wedding day on a different date and have a big ol’ party and celebrate with your loved ones! 

You can have the best of both worlds here! And this is why this is my favorite option to tell my couples about. Whether or not this option is for you, reach out to your photographer and ask them for ideas. We are here to help you! 

Ask your photographer if this is an option for you! Don’t have a photographer? Let’s photograph your kick-ass day. Fill out my contact form HERE and let’s plan your epic adventure.

Mountain Wedding in Colorado | Jasmine + Riley

Jasmine + Riley’s Colorado wedding was such a beautiful, sun soaked day! They got married on their seventh anniversary in Westcliffe, a small town in Southern Colorado. These two are obsessed with each other, and so in love. They got ready in cabins within the ranch area, had a first look under a willow tree, and said “I do” under the warm fall sun, with a backdrop of epic mountain views. This mountain wedding was such an amazing day, and I’m so glad I got to be a part of it!

Keep scrolling to see all the joyous moments, the sparkler exit, and why sunset photos are 100% worth potentially stepping in horse p*#!

We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful fall wedding day! The sun was shining, and there was a nice breeze all day. The guys and girls got ready at cabins on site, and they were such a fun group! It’s always awesome when a bridal party is pumped up, and Riley’s groomsmen were on another level! Lol! Jasmine had two friends in her bridal party, and it was such a great way to keep the morning intimate. 

Riley waited under a willow tree on the property for the first look before the ceremony. Jasmine snuck up behind him and grabbed his butt (my fave!) to signal her arrival. They both totally cried. And then I totally cried! 

Having a first look before your ceremony on your wedding day is the perfect way to exchange your vows in privacy. 

They shared their vows privately and quietly, the only other sound being the wind rustling softly through the willow leaves. They used handmade handkerchiefs to wipe away tears - which hilariously had the phrase “keep your sh*t together” embroidered in the centre!

We took a few bride and groom photos under the trees, and then got ready for the ceremony to start. Their dogs Trixie + Brody were the Dog of Honour and the Best Dog - which was the cutest thing ever! The dogs walked down the aisle ahead of the bride, and Jasmine was beaming as she walked toward Riley. 

Literally everyone present cried during the ceremony. When Riley dipped Jasmine to the ground for their first kiss as husband and wife, it was all I could do to not yell out excitedly! While their guests listened to music and relaxed during cocktail hour, we took some photos before hitting the reception. The toasts given by family and guests throughout the evening were so great. Everyone cares so much about them, and you can tell that they just love the sh*t out of them! 

If you’re on the fence about whether or not to do sunset photos on your wedding day - go for it! Take 10-15 minutes out of your evening to go enjoy each other and get some beautiful photos. 

We snuck Jasmine + Riley out into the fields for sunset photos. The lighting was amazing, the breeze was warm and gorgeous, and we had a blast! Riley may or may not have stepped in horse poo - but that’s just the risk you take when running around in horse fields. LOL! The benefits far outweighed the risks, though - it was totally worth the great time and gorgeous photos! 

For sunset photos at a mountain wedding - 

double check with your photographer about the best time. The sun typically sets earlier in the mountains, so make sure you leave enough time (at the right time of day!) for your photos! 

During the reception, Jasmine did a fully choreographed father daughter dance with her dad, which was so fun! Her and Riley had a blast cutting the cake, dancing with guests, and using one of the ATVs for photos. They ended the evening with drinks and a sparkler exit. This was such an amazing wedding, and we talked about how much fun we had the whole ride home!

What Jasmine + Riley said about de la Fontaine Photography

“I'm speechless. I've been putting off this review because I'm honestly at a loss for words trying to explain how incredible de la Fontaine Photography is. As soon as I started wedding planning I knew the most important thing for me was to get beautiful photos of our special day and my expectations were exceeded and blown out the roof! I found de la Fontaine Photography online and fell in love - I knew I had to have Rebekah as my photographer so I decided to pay the extra fee to fly her out here (to Colorado).

I was a little worried about being able to communicate enough from another state, but Rebekah suggested we FaceTime and that worked out perfectly! She always took her time and genuinely cared and wanted the best for me and my husband. Rebekah eased my anxious wedding planning mind and helped me not only plan out what photos I wanted, but helped me plan non-photography related things like my day-of timeline. Since she has seen first hand how long certain wedding events take, she was able to help me adjust my timeline. Plus we were able to plan photos for the time of day with the best lighting which made for super magical dreamy photos.

I'm also very non-traditional so I was nervous to see if Rebekah would accommodate my "quirky" ideas which she did so happily and even encouraged me, that I didnt need to follow all the wedding "rules". From the moment Rebekah showed up (early which I really appreciated) I felt comfortable with her which is good because we jumped right into some boudoir photos. I thought I would feel awkward and not know how to pose, but Rebekah had so many helpful suggestions while still hearing what I wanted.

Her husband, Trevor, was her assistant for my wedding which was so fun! They made us feel so special and we actually had a lot of fun together. Rebekah is very professional, warm and genuine, and VERY talented. We got our photos back earlier than expected and we got a ton more photos than we expected!!! It was the best surprise ever. I can't even explain how much the photos mean to me. I will cherish them my whole life. Every photo has beautiful details. Even when we were stuck with harsh, bright lighting, she was able to capture beautiful photos! I am eternally grateful for de la Fontaine Photography.

If you're thinking about hiring Rebekah, know that you would be lucky to have her and that you'd be in good hands.”

also, so proud to have one of these images featured on wandering weddings

If you love this Colorado mountain wedding, you may also love this Arizona sunset bridal shoot!

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Sedona Couples Adventure Photos | Kelsey + Ryan

Kelsey and Ryan are SUCH a fun and in-love couple! They’ve been married for almost a decade and have two perfect, gorgeous kids together. Because life with kids is busy, they were in need of a solo vacay, and decided to vacation in Arizona together. I met them at their van, and from there we embarked on their Sedona couples adventure session! 

Arizona had been on Kelsey + Ryan’s bucket list for awhile, so they went on vacation to the Grand Canyon. They hiked all over Sedona, and rented a Jeep to drive off-road to Merry Go Round Rock. It’s not an easy drive to get there through the rocky desert, but they were persistent about it! We did it, made it there in one piece, and it was amazing! 

Keep scrolling to see their badass red Jeep, why sunsets in the desert are so gorgeous, and how an evening under the stars can be your most treasured vacation souvenir.

The road up was so rough, we were shaking back and forth the whole time. I felt like I was going to either fly out of my seat or fall off the edge of the cliff. LOL! We survived to tell the tale, and when we arrived we had the entire place to ourselves. 

Kesley and I became fast friends as we chatted about our mutual hatred of the GOT finale, and laughed hysterically about getting simultaneously pee-shy when we hit up the restroom and had side-by-side stalls. 

She and Ryan are super fun and laid back, and I was very impressed with Ry’s offroading skills in the Jeep!

They started out with cute, casual outfits, and then changed later in the day into more saucy black-on-black outfits (with Kels in a cute hat, of course!). 

Not only was our adventure together fun, but they were so much fun! They needed barely any direction at all. They’re so in love, even after 9 years of marriage and parenting two kids together. I loved watching them and snapping pics as they enjoyed the Arizona scenery! 

We wrapped up with their rented red Jeep, which they were SO excited about!

As we drove back, we were stopped dead in our (Jeep) tracks when we noticed the stars. Believe me when I say that I’ve never seen a starry sky like that in my life. They just lit up the sky. We stopped and just gazed at them for awhile, and then I decided to go for it, and take a star photo with them! 

If you’re planning an epic outdoor adventure, incorporating couples photos is such an amazing way to document your time together.

Especially when you carve out an entire day so you can explore and watch the stars come out. ;) 

Kelsey and Ryan are such a fun couple, and I could photograph them forever! I’m so glad that they decided to do fun photos while on their Sedona vacation, and I’m so glad they trusted me to capture their magic! 

If you want to plan an epic adventure but don’t know where to start, check out this list of epic locations to get the ball rolling!

Need help planning your own Arizona vacation adventure session? Contact me and I can help you plan!

4 Tips to Choosing the Best Elopement Location

My husband and I eloped last year, and it was incredible. We had always wanted to go to Iceland or Ireland, elope in the wild, and then have our honeymoon right after. Instead, we ended up getting married at Horseshoe Bend in Arizona because it was closer to home, and left us more time to relax. Our elopement was amazing, and I’m so happy we decided NOT to have a traditional wedding. Elopements are my favorite thing to shoot, and a lot of eloping couples have a hard time narrowing down a location. I’m spilling all my secrets today! Here are my top 4 tips to choosing the best elopement location - and they might surprise you! 

First, I wanted to explain why we opted for an Arizona elopement instead of heading across the Atlantic. We had picked Horseshoe Bend for our engagement photos. We had never been there before, but it looked amazing and we wanted to go somewhere cool and explore.

On the day of our engagement shoot, it was rainy and a bit stormy, but we started hiking anyway. Within a few minutes it got SO cold, but we went for it cause we were committed! Once we arrived at our pre-planned location, we got set up, and our photographer started shooting.

Me + my hubs on our elopement day. Photo by KMT Photos

For like, all of two minutes. All of a sudden there was a torrential downpour! We ran back to our car while water rushed everywhere around us, lightning struck down from the sky and hit the ground around us, and crazy, tornado-style winds threatened to blow us off the cliff…

I thought I was going to die. It still makes me anxious thinking about it. LOL. We only got about five photos, but since we had planned this whole trip just for the engagement shoot, we said NAH. We went back the next day for a reshoot and got fun, awesome photos. 

I didn’t want to have a tainted image of Horseshoe Bend, and we wanted our elopement to be someplace special, so we went back there to get married. On our elopement day, it was the perfect, perfect day. It was so calm, slightly warm with a gentle breeze, and the sun was shining. It was all in stark contrast to our previous visit, and it couldn’t have been a more perfect day. 

You may be thinking, “Rebekah, cool story - but what does this have to do with our elopement?!” 

Hang tight - and keep reading. 

Here are my Top 4 Elopement Location Planning Tips: 

1. Weather

It’s super important to look at what the weather’s going to be like for the location you want to elope in. Obviously if you’re not local to a particular area you won’t know what the weather is going to be like, but that’s why it’s a good idea to do some research ahead of time. 

Also - what do you want out of the weather on your elopement day? 

Are you hoping for a warm sunny day? Do you want to elope in the Grand Tetons in the snow? Even if you DO want snow, you may not want to be completely snowed out! I lived in Wyoming for a year, and when it snows you can’t get anywhere. A nice fluffy layer of snow is cute and pretty, but most people don’t want to be in a white out or blizzard on their elopement day. 

2. Time of the Year 

Think about what time of year you want to elope. You have a bit more flexibility when planning an elopement than you do with a traditional wedding. 

You don’t have to elope within the month, and you also don’t have to wait 2 years. You can elope anytime you want - just make sure that the time of the year or season works for you. 

3. Hiking Elopements 

To hike or not to hike? 

You may see gorgeous mountain elopements and envision yourself doing just that, but a lot of the time it’s a 14 mile hike both ways. If that’s what you want to do, then totally go for it! But consider how much you might be hiking, and whether or not you’re comfortable with that.

Some people want to drive and then just have a short walk instead of a day-long hike. 

Be mindful of the location you’re choosing and how much hiking is involved. Also, is a hike something that really speaks to you and that you want to incorporate into your elopement? 

I offer 2 day elopements if you want to hike somewhere awesome, camp out, and then hike the next day and elope at sunrise. :) 

This Zion elopement required some hiking, but it was SO worth it!

With hiking in a very specific place, you can always ask your photographer for suggestions. If you’ve narrowed down a general area (for example Zion or Yosemite), you can ask your photographer to help you pick a specific spot to elope in. 

Yosemite National Park is a super popular elopement location. It’s beautiful, but it’s SO busy. If you’re comfortable with it not being quite so private, though, then it’s a great spot! 

When we got married at Horseshoe Bend, it was so busy! We even ventured off the main stretch to get away from the crowds, but there were still so many people there. Despite the unexpected guests, we still had a gorgeous day! I’ll be the first to admit though, that it was a little distracting. I prefer more privacy for myself, and I like to have privacy for my couples as well. If you’re a very private person and don’t want the world watching while you tie the knot, that’s something to keep in mind. 

Popular Elopement Spots

You can also have your ceremony in a secluded, private spot and then go elsewhere for photos. If there’s an epic elopement location that you’ve seen and love, it’s not to say that you can’t go there if it’s busy. It may just be a better option to go there after your ceremony in case you run into hikers or people passing by.

4. Elopement Locations -

A new place vs. someplace special 

For your elopement, you have two options: 

1. Pick a place that you’ve always wanted to go to, OR 

2. Pick a place that’s really special to the two of you. 

Someplace special to the two of you 

For example: If you got engaged while on vacation in Ireland, or Redwood National Forest. If that’s your special spot and that’s where you want to get married, awesome! 

If you love Colorado and it’s sentimental to the two of you, then you can absolutely choose that as your elopement location!

Going somewhere you’ve always wanted to go:

I’m a big fan of eloping at a dream destination, because you can just turn it right into your honeymoon! 

If you’ve always wanted to visit Morocco, then that might end up being an epic elopement location for you!

You can elope, celebrate, and then immediately start your honeymoon. You can also have your photographer take cute honeymoon photos the next day. Picture the two of you just chilling, playing on the beach together, exploring… 

To narrow down your elopement location - you don’t have to pick an exact spot! 

Reach out to your photographer and let them in on your must-have list. If you want to hike, but don’t want to hike 20 miles, put it on your list. If you want to get married when it’s cool outside, but not snowing - add it to the list. If you have dream destinations on your list but aren’t sure if it will be perfect for you since you’ve never been, ask your photographer for advice. Elopement photographers are also elopement planners, so you can get way more help with making sure your day is perfect. 

I hope these top 4 secrets to choosing the best elopement locations were helpful! If you need some elopement inspo, contact me and I can help you plan your epic dream elopement! 

Arizona Sunset Bridal Shoot | Talyn and Kenny

Our bridal shoot with Talyn and Kenny was nothing short of magic. Not only are they hilarious and absolutely adorable together, we had one heck of an evening! 

From meeting a cow to being gifted a Bible from a drunken stranger, this Arizona sunset bridal shoot was one to remember! 

My hubby Trevor came along with me for the shoot, and we met Talyn and Kenny close to sunset. They looked amazing in their suit and wedding dress, and Kenny was killing it with his GQ-style poses. There were a ton of bugs (I would say there were killing it too), but we had a blast anyway! 

I love hunting for amazing locations for my couples, and I love shooting in state parks. For Talyn and Kenny’s bridal shoot, we went to a gorgeous creek. There was a lush, perfect grassy bank along a babbling brook, and the light was amazing. We were the only ones there (or so we thought!). It was so calm and serene. We then stumbled upon Milky the cow, who we later realized is a boy…(can you guess how we figured that out?!). We found his name hilarious, because he obviously doesn’t produce milk…so I said he’s more “Milk-ish”. LOL

Talyn and Kenny were loving their time together and took every opportunity to snuggle, kiss, and twirl. They were also happy to flip each other off with their ring fingers (which had us all laughing our asses off). They were pure magic together, and it was so awesome to be able to spend time with them.

That’s why I love bridal shoots and always recommend them, especially if you have a hectic timeline on your wedding day. It gives you a chance to spend some quality time together and get amazing, fun photos. 

Not sure what a bridal session is? Or are you hoping to include one in your wedding package, but not sure if it’s worth it? This is why a sunset bridal shoot is a must - and why you deserve it. 

We finished the shoot as the sun went down. As we were getting ready to leave, a car full of strangers pulled up to us. One guy started talking to us and it was immediately obvious that he was drunk. He was rambling and kind of freaked us out a bit, and then said to one of the other guys in the car, “yo yo yo, give me my bible!” Naturally we freaked out a little bit more!

Talyn and Kenny, still in their wedding outfits, watched with us as one of his buddies opened the trunk of the car and pulled out an ornate wooden box. Drunk Guy #1 opened the lid of the box to reveal a beautiful, white leather, gold embossed bible. 

He handed it to Talyn and Kenny and said, “this is your wedding gift!” He told the four of us (as we stood there dumbfounded) about his 4 marriages, and left us with very sage (albeit very drunk) relationship advice. With that, he left with his buddies, we breathed a sigh of relief, and then we proceeded to laugh hysterically at the randomness of it all. 

The setting sun was shining on the bible box, so I got one last shot of Talyn and Kenny holding their new wedding gift. We headed home, a night of randomness and hilarity coming full circle. I seriously could not have asked for a better evening, and I’m so glad that Trevor and I got to spend time with Talyn and Kenny to make (and experience) some magic. 

If you loved this Arizona sunset bridal shoot, then check out this Wyoming bridal shoot in Grand Teton National Park! 

You can also get more tips about planning your wedding day here on my blog!