A Middleton Place wedding brings together many of the things couples love most about Charleston. Historic architecture, formal gardens, centuries old live oaks, Spanish moss and views of the Ashley River are all found within one property. The venue feels unmistakably connected to the South Carolina Lowcountry, but it offers much more variety than a typical garden wedding location. Within the grounds, couples can move from manicured terraces and reflecting water to wooded paths, historic brick buildings and the working Stableyards. That variety makes it possible to create a wedding that feels elegant, relaxed and deeply connected to Charleston. I…
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Under Canvas Zion is one of the most unique places to stay, gather, and celebrate near Zion National Park. It has the feeling of a destination wedding weekend without losing the wild desert setting that makes Southern Utah so incredible. Instead of a traditional ballroom or resort, couples get canvas tents, red rock views, open sky, campfire evenings, and a guest experience that feels relaxed from the start. For couples planning a wedding or elopement near Zion, Under Canvas Zion can be a beautiful fit. It works especially well for couples who want their wedding to feel intentional, scenic, and…
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A Shangri-La Event Center wedding offers something distinctly different from the red-rock landscapes most people associate with Southern Utah. Located in Toquerville, Utah, this outdoor wedding venue is surrounded by ponds, mature trees, green lawns, bridges, and a white gazebo beside the water. The property was previously known as Lichfield Ponds, and many local couples may still recognize it by that name. Today, it is called Shangri-La Event Center, but the ponds and landscaped grounds that made the venue recognizable remain at the heart of the property. This fall wedding made beautiful use of the entire venue. The couple held…
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Planning a wedding timeline in Southern Utah is different than planning a wedding timeline in most places. The light is stronger. The summers are hotter. Some of the best portrait locations require extra drive time. Temple sealings, Zion portraits, Snow Canyon bridals, private estates, resort weddings, and backyard receptions can all create very different schedules. A good Southern Utah wedding timeline does more than keep the day organized. It helps protect the best light, keeps family photos from becoming stressful, gives you enough time for portraits, and makes the whole day feel calmer. Whether you are getting married in St.…
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The Ledges is one of the best wedding venues in St. George for couples who want a polished Southern Utah setting with red rock views, golf course scenery, and easy access to town. It has the comfort of a real wedding venue, but still gives couples the desert landscape that makes St. George so beautiful. For wedding photos, that combination is a big deal. Some venues look beautiful in person but do not give you many photo options without driving somewhere else. The Ledges gives couples more variety. You can use the clubhouse, patio, golf course views, open desert light,…
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AutoCamp Zion Wedding Chantal and Kyle’s AutoCamp Zion wedding was the perfect mix of modern desert style, Zion views, and a relaxed destination wedding weekend. AutoCamp Zion has such a unique feel for couples who want something different from a traditional ballroom or resort wedding. The Airstreams, red rock cliffs, open lawn, warm evening light, and outdoor dinner setting all made this day feel completely connected to Southern Utah. Their wedding was beautifully planned by Forevermore Events, with florals by Bloomers. Every part of the day felt intentional without ever feeling overdone. The design worked perfectly with the setting, using…
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An Amangiri wedding is not a typical Utah wedding. It feels quiet, private, architectural, and completely connected to the desert. Set in the canyon country of Southern Utah near Lake Powell, Amangiri is one of the most unique luxury wedding locations in the Southwest. The resort has a clean modern design, soft desert colors, wide open views, and a feeling of privacy that makes the whole experience feel intentional. For couples planning a wedding at Amangiri, the setting becomes part of the story. The stone walls, desert cliffs, sculpted rock, reflecting water, and soft evening light all shape the way…
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Getting married at the St. George Utah Temple is a meaningful experience for so many couples and families. The temple is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Southern Utah, and its bright white architecture, palm trees, gardens, and desert setting make it one of the most beautiful places in St. George for wedding photos. But planning a temple wedding is a little different from planning a traditional wedding day. The sealing itself is private and sacred, photos happen outside the temple, family and friends gather afterward, and the timeline can move quickly if there is a luncheon or reception…
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Zion National Park Wedding Permit and Marriage License Guide Planning a wedding or elopement in Zion National Park is incredibly exciting, but there are two separate pieces of paperwork couples need to understand before the day arrives: They are completely different requirements, and you need both if you want to be legally married and have your ceremony within Zion National Park. Quick Answer: What Do You Need to Get Married in Zion National Park? To have a legal wedding ceremony in Zion National Park, you will generally need: Utah marriage licenses become valid immediately and expire after 32 days, while Zion wedding permit applications must…
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Emna and Alladin’s Sunrise Pre Wedding Session in Istanbul, Turkey Emna and Alladin traveled from Tunisia to Istanbul for a pre wedding session, and it was such a beautiful morning to photograph. We started at sunrise so we could shoot before the crowds arrived, and that timing made all the difference. We had so many iconic spots nearly to ourselves, which gave the whole session a calm, romantic feel that is hard to get later in the day. It was chilly and cloudy, but honestly the weather made the photos even better. The soft light worked perfectly with the tones…
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Alyssa and Nick’s Bishop’s Lodge Auberge Wedding in Santa Fe, New Mexico Alyssa and Nick’s wedding at Bishop’s Lodge Auberge in Santa Fe was the kind of celebration that feels effortless, elevated, and unmistakably New Mexico. The setting is already special, but what made this day stand out was how beautifully everything was designed and executed. Their reception was fully tented, the details were layered and intentional, and the entire wedding was planned and produced by Mariée Ami Wedding Planners. Florals were created by Floriography Flowers, and they absolutely brought the design to life. If you are searching for a…
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Carley and Jordan’s Water Canyon Winery Wedding in Southern Utah If you have ever pictured a vineyard wedding set against red rock cliffs, Carley and Jordan’s day at Water Canyon Winery is exactly what that looks like in real life. Southern Utah already brings the drama, but this venue adds something rare for the region: rows of vines, a warm, elevated wine country feel, and wide open views that make every part of the day feel intentional. Water Canyon Winery is tucked into Southern Utah and offers an outdoor event setting with grapevines, natural textures, and big skies. It is…





