Joan and Kevin were married at a mountainside private residence in Phoenix overlooking the city skyline. With breathtaking views among lifelong friends, the couple put their love on display in the intimate setting of their home. The moment the reflective glasses doors opened to reveal the stunning Bride had Kevin entranced. The emotion was felt and hearts were captured by the love the two shared completely evident in that moment. With arms stretched wide Kevin waited to meet his bride.

The rest of the evening took place under the stars. Long tables filled with crystal glassware and candlelight reflected on the faces of the joyful guests. Wine poured table side and a 5 course meal by Lauren Allen Culinary Events impressed the guests with each delicately crafted small plate. A dessert experience of espresso martini shooters capped off the night.

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Marija & Wyatt are one of those couples that instantly make you smile. They have a warmth to their individual personalities that blends even better together. They came to me by way of friend recommendation and I will stand firm in the statement that personal recommendations are the best clients. Every call and meeting I had with them was one I looked forward to. When their wedding day finally arrived on a warm spring day, I could not have been more excited to be part of it!

Keeping with Marija’s family background, the two were married at St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church in Phoenix. The colorful paintings and ornate architecture of the church set the backdrop of an intricately beautiful ceremony.

Following the ceremony, guests traveled to the Phoenix Art Museum where a private gallery was available for viewing throughout the cocktail hour. The courtyard at the museum served as an intimate reception space that felt like another world away from the busy city streets that sat on the other side of the building. A timeless black and white color palette complimented the existing beauty of the museum.

The reception was filled with kind words and stories from siblings and friends that emphasized the incredible character of Marija & Wyatt. The joy in the celebration was evident by the smiles and laughs shared by all of their guests.

‍To round out the party, DJ Braulio from Groove Mobile DJs kept the LED dance floor filled. Marija changed into a mirror ball-esque dress that shimmered on the dance floor. Guests enjoyed the photo booth and stayed until the clock struck midnight.

Photos by Emilie Eleanor Photography and Shane Blanchard Photo

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