I know I say this all the time, but I don’t know if I’m EVER going to get over Teresa and Daniel’s wedding. From start to finish, their multicultural Phoenix wedding was absolutely breathtaking, and every little detail felt so uniquely THEM. What blew me away the most was how seamlessly they mixed their Jewish and Mexican backgrounds, honoring their roots while looking forward to their journey ahead. Their friends and families showered the day with love and positivity, adding an extra special touch to those meaningful moments. This wedding is definitely going to stick with me for a long time to come!
A Timelessly Inviting Venue
Teresa and Daniel held their ceremony and reception at the stunning Luci’s at the Orchard in Phoenix. Built around a 1920s vintage territorial house, The Orchard Phoenix is such a cozy and inviting spot with tons of character, including cool features like a private wine cellar and original fireplaces. The couple chose to exchange their vows in the venue’s tented garden area, which was like something straight out of a movie! With romantic chandeliers, charming draping, and plenty of natural light, it was absolutely the perfect spot to say ‘I do.’ Teresa and Daniel added their own touch by incorporating vibrant orange, blue, and purple flowers that perfectly matched the venue’s orange trees and even coordinated with Teresa’s beautiful flower tattoos. It was the perfect combination of classic and personal touches.
A Blending of Two Cultures
Teresa and Daniel went all out to celebrate their cultures on their special day. From the emotional Ketubah signing to the lively hora and Daniel’s sweet words to Teresa in Spanish, every moment was filled with unique details that truly represented them as a couple. They also created a gorgeous chuppah, a traditional canopy symbolizing the home they’ll build together, that they stood under for the ceremony. One of the sweetest touches was the candle-lit homage at their reception to those who couldn’t be there in person, expressing their love and remembrance in two languages. The entire day was a beautiful reflection of their love, heritage, and the journey that they’re embarking on together.
As a wedding photographer, these are the moments I absolutely love capturing for my couples. Of course, I’ll get photos of all your carefully chosen decor and other wedding day details, but my main focus is on highlighting what makes you unique as a couple. Because those personal touches are what make your wedding day uniquely yours, and what will fill you with joy whenever you flip through your photos.
Celebrating with Friends and Family
As a community-focused wedding photographer, I’m all about capturing the spirit of your loved ones gathered to celebrate with you, and let me tell you, this group was SO much fun! Teresa and Daniel’s friends and family brought a ton of love and positive energy throughout the day too, making all of those significant moments even more special.
From the emotional walk down the aisle that had everyone in tears, to the energetic bubble send-off, it was amazing to witness how these two groups of people came together as one in celebration of Teresa and Daniel’s love. And let me tell you, when it was time to hit the dance floor, their crew brought the energy and then some! Everyone had an absolute blast and you can feel the love and joy of this gathering through every single photo.
Teresa and Daniel’s multicultural Phoenix wedding was definitely a day to remember! It was such a stunning event and a perfect embodiment of what I love about being a wedding photographer: capturing those unique elements that define each couple and weaving together the beautiful narrative of their community. I’m truly grateful for the opportunity to bring together all the wonderful threads of their community and craft memories that they’ll treasure forever.
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Vendor Credits
Hair Stylist: Creativity By Celene
Bridal Make up: Face God/ Cecelia
Florist: Flowers By Jodi
Cake: Cakes By Whisk
DJ: DJ Mathew
Venue: Luci’s at the Orchard
Rabbi: Cantor Seth Ettinger
