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Matt & Matt’s New Year’s Eve Wedding at Whitfill Nursery | Phoenix Wedding Photographer

There’s a certain kind of calm that shows up when two people are deeply connected. You can feel it in how they move together, how little they need to say, and how the rest of the world seems to gather around them. That was Matt and Matt.

Their wedding took place on New Year’s Eve at Whitfill Nursery, a place with deep family roots. As the sun went down, the nursery transformed into something quietly magical. Candlelight lined the ceremony space, twinkle lights stretched overhead, and the desert evening settled in around everyone. Even with 150+ guests, the day never felt overwhelming. It felt intentional and grounded.

As guests gathered that evening, the ceremony space glowed in anticipation. When Matt and Matt walked in together, you could feel that anticipation shift into something collective. This wasn’t just a ceremony; it was a room full of people who genuinely loved these two and were ready to celebrate them. And that joy carried through the evening. Friends and family laughed easily, conversations lingered, and there was a sense that everyone understood the weight of the moment without needing to rush past it.

After the ceremony, fireworks lit up the sky…a new year, a brand new chapter. Matt and Matt stood together beneath it all, hands intertwined, as connected in that moment as they’d been all day. Exactly where they were meant to be.

Congratulations, Matt & Matt!

Intimate black and white portrait of two grooms before their wedding ceremony at Whitfill Nursery in Phoenix

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Wedding Venue | Whitfill Nursery   Phoenix, AZ

A favorite outdoor wedding on the Mogollon Rim

Romantic Desert Wedding at The Boulders Resort Scottsdale

There’s something about the desert at The Boulders Resort, the stillness, the golden light bouncing off those massive rocks, that makes every wedding feel like it was meant to happen right there. Dan & Brittnie’s day was no exception. The warm October sun showed up in full (Dan was definitely feeling the heat in that all black suit), but so did the joy.

From the moment they saw each other, everything softened. The nerves and the noise were gone. These two fit together in a way that feels effortless. A little playful, a little reserved, but always completely connected. Watching them interact, you get the sense that they have found home in each other.

They chose a minimal, elevated style that let the desert landscape do the talking, especially with that incredible backdrop at Promise Rock. And in a twist I hadn’t seen before, a tattoo bar at the reception. Yes, real tattoos. Guests were lining up to make it a forever memory, which honestly felt like one of the coolest wedding favor ideas ever.

Throughout the day, from the cheers during their ceremony exit to the quiet moments tucked into the boulders at sunset, I kept thinking this is exactly how a wedding should feel. Beautiful, but never forced. Joyful, but never rushed. Unmistakably them.

Congratulations again, Dan & Brittnie. What a day.

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If you’re dreaming of a desert wedding, here are a few more love stories you might enjoy:
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Huge thanks to Erin at The Boulders Resort for keeping the day running smoothly!

Rainy Arizona Wedding at Stonebridge Manor | Eric & Emma

October in Arizona doesn’t usually mean rain, but this year has kept me guessing. Eric and Emma had planned a full outdoor wedding celebration at Stonebridge Manor, and while the weather kept us on our toes, they never let that take away from the joy of the day.

The whole thing felt honest and unfiltered, the kind you can’t stage and never forget.

What stood out most to me was how Eric and Emma kept the main thing the main thing, celebrating their love surrounded by family and friends. That’s truly what it’s all about..

Grateful to have had Mike Olbinski as my second shooter on this wedding, never a dull moment when we’re out there together : )

 

Congratulations, Eric & Emma!

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Second Shooter: Mike Oblinski

Mogollon Rim Wedding

Alex & Jade | Mogollon Rim Wedding

The Mogollon Rim will stop you in your tracks…all that space and stillness. On this day, it also showed off its dramatic side in full force.

The ceremony started with storm clouds gathering across the valley. Then came the rain. Steady, insistent. But no one even thought about stopping. Alex and Jade just smiled through the downpour, held onto each other, and said their vows without hesitation. The umbrellas came out, and the rain became part of their story.

Dashing back to the parking lot, any additional plans tossed aside, everyone gathered behind the lifted tailgate of an SUV as Alex and Jade lifted a tiny pink blanket from a wicker basket. A little pause. A few tears. A lot of smiles. It’s a girl!

When the sky finally cleared, the Rim was wrapped in the golden light of sunset, quiet and dreamlike. We wandered the overlook for a few minutes, letting the calm settle in while capturing some of the most breathtaking images of the day.

The celebration at The Old County Inn was easy and warm. Pizza, drinks, and toasts from the dads that drifted between laughter and that kind of emotion you only get at the end of a long, good day.

Days like this are why I love what I do. People leaning into life as it happens, rain and all..

Congratulations, Alex & Jade!

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Another Wedding Favorite on the Mogollon Rim

Ceremony: Mogollon Rim | Reception: Old County Inn

 

An Unforgettable Spring Wedding at The Cove – Bartlett Lake

Spring in the Arizona desert doesn’t whisper, it announces itself in bursts of wildflower gold and cactus bloom. Against this stunning natural canvas, Cole and Makenna’s unforgettable spring wedding at The Cove unfolded with Bartlett Lake’s shimmering waters as their backdrop, creating a celebration that felt wonderfully authentic and personal.

With Bartlett Lake gleaming silver-blue behind them, every moment unfolded with an authenticity that can’t be choreographed. Before the ceremony, they stole away among the saguaros for private vows—just the two of them, love spoken in the desert silence. This intimate beginning set the tone for everything that followed: a ridge-top ceremony filled with warm smiles, lots of laughter, and the occasional happy tears. And in the background, the persistent breeze, carrying that distinct desert fragrance, seemed to underscore the perfection of finding your person.

As the sun set behind the hills, guests settled in for dinner and toasts under the open sky. The celebration continued with easy conversation and dancing, which lasted well into the night, the beautiful starlit sky serving as their ballroom ceiling.

This day was a celebration not just of love, but also of the calm, easy feeling that comes from being right where you’re supposed to be.

 

 Congratulations, Cole & Makenna!!

Outdoor spring wedding ceremony overlooking Bartlett Lake

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Venue | The Cove at Bartlett Lake     Another Favorite Wedding | Rob + Sarah

 

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Hello! I'm Aaron Hoskins, a Phoenix, AZ based wedding photographer. I love capturing real moments and emotional connections while emphasizing the beauty of your wedding day.

Email: hoskinsa@gmail.com
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