Downtown Phoenix has some amazing gems. This incredible estate is one of them.
This dynamic abode is nestled in a gorgeous neighborhood of mature trees + unique homes. Anytime a couple tells me they are having their wedding at an estate I get a little extra giddy. But, I truly didn’t imagine how picturesque this one was going to be!
It looks like we hopped over to New England, not the middle of the desert!
Ashli + Cole were a blast to work with + their crew was just the same. I photographed the largest family portraits (in the dark!) that I’ve ever shot! And obviously was not hard pressed to find beautiful + thoughtful details throughout the day. The bar was handmade by Ashli’s family + the couple’s socks had their dogs’ faces on them!
With an I Do Crew of 22 people, I was thankful we had a huge front lawn to work with for photos.
The ceremony took place under a gigantic tree, with the chairs + aisle perfectly placed for a bit of sun peaking through during their vows. I especially loved being able to see a few tall buildings of the city skyline in the distance, reminding you that you were in the middle of downtown Phoenix!
![ivy and flowers growing over a fence](https://i1.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/054_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the welcome sign for a wedding](https://i2.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/007_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![detail photo of the bride and grooms rings and invitation on top of a silver tray](https://i1.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/002_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![a pomegranate growing on a tree](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/006_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the brides shoes and jewelry on top of a silver tray](https://i1.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/003_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![a detail photo of the groom's shoes, tie and ring](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/001_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![close up image of the bride's jewelry with the toes of her shoes in the corner](https://i2.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/004_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![groomsmen helping the groom get ready](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/009_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![a bride and her bridesmaids standing together laughing](https://i2.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/013_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![mother of the bride helping her into her dress](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/017_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![a close up of an orchid boutonniere](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2022/02/040_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![bridesmaids helping a bride put on her veil](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/018_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the bride putting on her earrings](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/019_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![bridesmaids in their dresses gathered around the bride with the flower girl in front](https://i1.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/020_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the bride taps the groom on the shoulder as his back is turned to her for their first look](https://i2.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/021_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![bride and groom looking at each other](https://i1.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/024_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![bride and groom nose to nose with their foreheads touching](https://i2.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/025_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![a full length image of the groom kissing the bride's temple](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/026_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![detail of the bride and groom's custom dog socks](https://i2.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/047_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the bride and groom walking in front of a historic estate](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/030_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the bride and groom kissing in front of the historic estate](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/031_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the groom is behind the bride kissing the top of her head](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/032_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the full wedding party walking and laughing](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/035_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the bridesmaids and bride](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/038_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the groom walking](https://i2.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/041_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![a detail of the historic home with black shutters](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/042_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the bride and groom cuddled under an arch of ivy](https://i1.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/044_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![a big tree at the center of the ceremony aisle](https://i2.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/048_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![a side view of the ceremony chairs with the tall buildings of downtown in the distance](https://i1.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/049_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![ivy growing over a block wall](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/051_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![a historical home in downtown phoenix with black and white striped pool chairs](https://i1.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/053_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![chevron patterned wooden bar](https://i2.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/056_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![detail of an orchid next to a chalkboard drink sign](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/057_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![two dads walking the bride down the aisle](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/058_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the groom looking at his bride](https://i1.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/060_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the groom laughing and looking at his bride](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/061_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![bride and groom during their ceremony the sun is peaking through the tree behind them](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/062_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the bride is looking affectionately at her groom](https://i1.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/064_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the bride and groom are exchanging rings](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/065_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![the bride and groom dancing up the aisle after getting married](https://i1.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/067_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![portraits of the bride and groom excited to be wed](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/068_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![bride and groom walking in front of the historic home](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/070_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![bride and groom facing away from the camera and kissing](https://i2.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/078_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)
![bride and groom on the dance floor during their reception, cuddling and kissing](https://i0.wp.com/sarabishop.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/25276/2021/12/087_AshliandCole111619SneakPeeks-768x1024.jpg?ssl=1)