Something I didn’t expect about visiting Arizona for the first time was how much I would love it. I’ve shot weddings and elopements in Colorado, Kansas, Arkansas, Missouri and Oklahoma but the southwest really captured my heart. The southwest boho vibes, the people, the weather, the culture and the Arizona pride was so refreshing. While visiting Phoenix, Tucson and Sedona what stood out to me was each one had such unique vibes. The beauty was different and the towns had different paces and architecture.
So of course I fell in love when I went to shoot in Saguaro National Park for this gorgeous sunset stylized elopement. This gorgeous flowy, blush dress was made for Nicole, making her stand out from all the saguaro cacti and the desert landscape. If you are on the fence about wearing a dress that is long for your desert elopement, take this post as a sign TO DO IT!
One other thing that I didn’t expect is the jumping cacti, you heard me right, JUMPING cacti. I found out if you weren’t paying attention and you got close to a certain cactus, it would jump on you and sink it’s spines into you. I found out why cowboys wore their high cowboy boots in the west. It isn’t just cuz they are cool John Wayne vibes. :D
Saguaro National Park Sunset Elopement
Sunset Elopement, Saguaro National Park
Blush Wedding Dress
