Joni + James | "the making of Joni Bozzone"

Loved this couple. Jamelle and I agreed that every guest at this wedding seemed so delighted to be sharing in this L'Auberge de Sedona day. We really loved the 'wishing rocks' -- everyone took a rock and placed it in a special box and made a wish during the ceremony. Great idea! It was hot-hot-hot but Joni and James looked cool, calm and collected. Joni got ready at El Portal, which makes for some nice portrait opportunities. Liz Margin did her makeup and Raymond Rodriguez styled her hair and flower design by Kathy Switzer. It was a stellar combination. Fun facts about this wedding include: Joni's maid of honor and best friend is dating James's brother and Joni grew up in a house that is around the corner from my own house here in Flagstaff. Joni went to High School in Sedona-- it's rare to photograph a 'local' wedding in Sedona... everyone is a transplant and there are so many destination events. Bozzone is pronounced Buh-ZONE- ee... so it's Joni's new name is perfect: Joni Bozzone. I love it!

Enjoy the photos, guys, you look marvelous! slide show in a new window click here or see the "in blog" slide show below...