Since Serena and Eric were drawn to each other by their mutual passion for adventure and love of the outdoors, it was fitting they should be married outdoors where they and their families could enjoy the amazing views surrounding them at The Joshua Tree House in Tucson. With only thirteen guests in attendance, the bride and groom wanted their wedding to be an intimate celebration – captured by R. Gonzalez Photography – that brought both of their families together. Fortuitously, Serena knew Nikki from Knoble Events, and she was confident that Nikki – with all of her connections in the area – would be able to pull off the wedding of her dreams.

Renting out the entire venue
Though finding a wedding venue was the most difficult part of the planning process, the Joshua Tree House had the perfect amount of space for their families. By renting the entire inn for four days, Serena and Eric were able to spend time with their loved ones amidst a desert oasis with hot springs, a cacti forest, a canyon pool, and access to nearby Saguaro National Park, which borders the inn?s property.
The benefits of a local photographer
Having a photographer who could capture both gorgeous portraits and landscapes was vital since the natural surroundings were a huge part of what made Serena and Eric?s wedding so special. Since R. Gonzalez Photography was local to Sedona and resided in the mountains, they knew she would be able to capture everything beautifull...