Before their wedding day, I had the chance to do a fun portrait session with Ann and Robby out in Joshua Tree National Park, hitting up Cap Rock and then Boy Scout Trailhead — the very spot where the two of them first met. Their vibrant, carefree energy came through in every shot, and it set my expectations high for their wedding day.

Those expectations were met and then some. Ann and Robby's ceremony took place at their cozy cabin in Joshua Tree, surrounded by the people who mean the most to them. What made it even more meaningful: Robby built that cabin himself back in the 90s, alongside some of the very same guests who were there celebrating with them. Getting to witness their love and commitment in a space built with that kind of history and intention was genuinely inspiring — it's not every day a wedding venue carries that much personal meaning.

A lot of the guests were good friends made across all the different chapters of Ann and Robby's lives, and it showed. Hearing the speeches was so sweet — you could tell this was a group of people who genuinely love each other and feel deeply connected, no matter which era of the story they came from.

The whole day was full of laughter, love, and connection — and delicious tacos from @harvest_kitchen that had everyone going back for seconds. Surrounded by the people who helped build both the cabin and their love story, Ann and Robby savored every single moment.

I'm so grateful I got to capture these unforgettable moments for such a wonderful couple.

Bride and groom embrace in Joshua Tree desert landscape, she holds colorful bouquet, both wearing sneakers.
Smiling man in navy blue suit with orange tie and floral lining poses outdoors in desert landscape.
Person wearing navy blue high-top sneakers with tropical print and colorful striped socks, stepping on sandy ground.
Smiling bride in white strapless mini dress holding wildflower bouquet among Joshua Tree rocks at golden hour.
Newlyweds holding hands showing wedding rings resting on a colorful bridal bouquet of wildflowers.
Couple stands among massive boulders and Joshua trees in golden light at Joshua Tree National Park.
Bride in white strapless dress and groom in navy suit with orange tie pose on desert rocks with mountains behind.
Couple in wedding attire drinking canned beverages among Joshua trees in desert landscape at sunset.
Bride and groom embrace under Boy Scout Trailhead sign at Joshua Tree National Park during golden hour sunset.
Rustic outdoor wedding reception table with colorful floral centerpieces and food truck in desert setting.
Rustic wedding reception table with orange marigolds, white roses, blue flowers, and gold votive candles as centerpieces.
Two grooms pose together in the doorway of a rustic tan barn at their outdoor desert wedding.
A bride in a white gown holds a bouquet while standing with a guest outside a rustic barn wedding venue.
Smiling bride and groom stand beneath colorful floral garlands during an outdoor wedding ceremony.
Wedding ceremony viewed from behind guests as bride and groom stand at colorful floral altar.