So now that wedding season has ended for me, Martha and Dustin get the official badge of hottest wedding of the season.  I think it reached 109 degrees on their wedding day.  And it was by FAR the hottest day I worked this season by about 10 degrees!  I had quite a fun time dodging trouble during the ceremony, the rules were strict, and It was tough, but I went incognito and snuck some photos when I wasn’t supposed to.. I know.. I;m such a rebel, lol!  Not really.  Usually I am super respectful of the church’s rules, but sometimes, when they are too strict, I have to break them in order to get the client what they want.  The country club was gorgeous, nice large room so no one was bumping into each other, or feeling crammed in.  Dustin and Martha even surprised everyone with a live band AND a DJ.. it was fun!  Enjoy the previews ou guys.  and Congratulations again!

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I never second shoot, I am almost always the main photographer behind the action, but I couldn’t refuse the opportunity when my fabulous friend Jeanette asked me to shoot a GORGEOUS couple at a GORGEOUS venue, Sassi in Scottsdale.  I loved being the right hand man, it was so liberating to be able to see things from a different point of view, and it reminded me to look outside of the main events for those special moments that happen.  Here are some of the shots I got for them

Jessica - These are great! LOVE the one with the guy shushing the little boy in his yellow shoes. Good catch!

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Heather planned a beautiful butterfly garden themed wedding at Paradise Valley’s El Chorro Lodge.  The details were stunning, from the chocolate peddle cake from Julia Baker Confections, to the stunning floral arrangement done by avent garden followed up by the amazing tale of  the live band, The Instant Classics, the night was PURE MAGIC.  Heather and Max are just such an easy going and fun couple to be around.  They definitely made my job easy by providing and amazing venue, attitude and their gorgeous looks don’t hurt either.  Thank You again for having me be a part of your day.. enjoy all the photos!  More photos here

Angie VanDaele - I Love it I love it! Really nice work Justine!

Casey - These are stunning! Way to go sista' :0)

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So here they are, the culprits behind my neglected blog posts – Allison and Steve.    They kept me from you all for a while, but they realized they cant keep me to themselves and let me go, j/k.  I did have to spend a little more time away for their wedding than usual, but i wont complain.  The Durango weather and the gorgeous Colorado views more than made up for my time away from work.  And for those of you who know what a work-a-holic I am, you will understand that it takes an amazing place to get me to relax.  Durango was awesome!  Thank you guys so much for including me as a part of your special day.  I felt right at home with your close friends and family.  It was such a relaxing wedding, no drama, beautiful views, easy going bride and groom and a group of hilarious guests.  What more could a girl want.. Oh did I mention Allison jumped in the lake in her wedding gown?   Yes, life is rough!

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Allison - The pictures look amazing!! I'm glad you had some fun too! I sure did. ...as for the lake...the dress was pretty dirty after the canoe, so why not go all the way!! ;) It was time to change into comfy clothes anyway. Yes, it was kinda gross, but it was worth it!

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