Amanda + Jacob

Amanda and Jacob’s wedding at The Abbey in Phoenix, Arizona was a breathtaking fusion of historic architecture, thoughtful design, and pure emotion. Nestled in the heart of Phoenix, The Abbey is a restored church-turned-event space known for its soaring archways, original stone walls, and striking industrial-meets-ethereal charm. Its raw textures, exposed brick, and towering window frames created a cinematic backdrop that felt both timeless and modern — the perfect canvas for a wedding that balanced old-world romance with a fresh editorial eye.

Amanda, who wore a stunning Vivienne Westwood gown, intentionally sought out a photographer who could capture not just the beauty of the day, but the feeling of it — blending the grandeur of the architecture with an editorial softness. We immediately connected over her vision for effortless, stylish imagery that still felt deeply emotional and true to them. It was an honor to bring that vision to life through my lens.

The day was beautifully planned and flawlessly coordinated by the talented team at Alden Events, who elevated every detail to reflect Amanda and Jacob’s ethereal and charming aesthetic. The ceremony took place in The Abbey’s open-air courtyard, where the natural stone, lush climbing vines, and desert sun created an ethereal atmosphere for their heartfelt vows.

Following the ceremony, guests moved into a dreamy outdoor reception space filled with long, white modern tables, clear ghost chairs, soft candlelight, and delicate white florals. Every detail was curated to allow the stunning architecture and natural beauty of the venue to shine without overpowering it. The evening unfolded under the Arizona sky, filled with laughter, emotional toasts, and a packed dance floor as the stars came out overhead.

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When you’re evaluating who you want to be part of your wedding day, as the bride and groom, it’s a very important and personal decision. For us, photography was the most important investment we would make. After a full scan of Cacie’s portfolio it was clear that her work was exceptional and exactly what we were looking for. We loved her art. Her style is elevated with an edge and sophisticated. It’s a statement, elegant, editorial, and truly “vogue.” She captures the day candidly through individual moments sprinkled with beloved “posed” photos. Her photography spoke for itself but when we met it was love at first sight. Cacie is confident, decisive, funny, and personable. We admired the way she held herself and her business to the highest standard.

we gave her full artistic freedom to “do her thing” and that she did. We trusted her whole-heartedly. We received so many compliments from the bridal party during the group photos... You’ll never know how important it is to laugh a little on your day with everything being so busy and nerve-wracking. We were always a little nervous about taking photos as a couple, but with Cacie it was so comfortable. She took the time to scope out the venue before hand so she knew exactly where she wanted to go and do for photos. She was exceptionally prepared, which we appreciated.

We got the photos back and to no surprise they are perfect. Her photos of our day were even featured on “Carats and Cake”! Of course they are more than Instagram-worthy but the best compliment we can give is that her photos make us feel like we did on our wedding day. A mix of nervous, excited, beautiful inside and out, pure joy, and of course incandescently in love. It truly captures the day as it was in a series of photographs that we will cherish for the rest of our life. We’d recommend Cacie to anyone. We hope she knows how much gratitude we hold for her commitment to us and our day. We love Cacie and it was an honor to have her capture our special day. She is the BEST decision we made.

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