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I’m having a bit of a love affair with the “documentary” side of wedding photography. Every wedding is so very personal and unique to each couple, it deserves to be approached without preconceived ideas of what a wedding SHOULD look like. It deserves to be documented and honored for who each individual couple is. It should reflect their personalities and relationship.
The following set of images are from three wonderful small weddings and elopements photographed over the the past two years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bubbling Wells Oasis, a magical wedding venue:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Light, shadows, and the dress waiting its turn and the bride gets a few final touches<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Bride<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The day starts quietly, before anyone is dressed or ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Bride<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Flower girl amidst all the big girls<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Groomsmen<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Groomsmen pre-gaming at Bubbling Wells Ranch<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Groomsmen<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Custom wedding day shirts, designed by the groom<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Groom<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ring bearer gets some love from his favorite uncle<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Young<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

So sharp!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Groomsman<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Retro camcorder adds authenticity<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Close-up<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Celebrity sighting! The one and only Darth Vader<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Groom<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Groom calms his nerves<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Joshua Tree Intimate wedding on a cold stormy afternoon:
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\"Guest<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Chic wedding guest in Joshua Tree<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Wedding<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stormy wedding day in Joshua Tree<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Ring<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Quite possibly the cutest ring bearer<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Bride<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Beautiful bride<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Bride<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Loving these organic pre-ceremony moments<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Small,<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Beautiful, casual wedding ceremony in Joshua Tree<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Family<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Family!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Bride<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Sweet, organic and casual wedding portraits<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Chic boutique Palm Springs Hotel wedding<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Bride
A relaxed wedding morning at the Skylark Hotel\u2014real moments, no rush.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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\"Bride
A quiet, joy-filled moment during a small wedding at the Skylark Hotel.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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\"Bride
Stillness before the celebration.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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\"Bride
The people who know you best, right beside you.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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\"Bride
A quiet moment with dad, the one who\u2019s been there from the start.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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\"Outdoor
Surrounded by love, laughter, and the people who matter most.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Documentary wedding photography is wonderful because it lets your day unfold exactly as it\u2019s meant to\u2014no pressure, no performing, no stopping to \u201cdo it again.\u201d It\u2019s about real moments happening in real time: the way someone laughs when they\u2019re nervous, the quiet hand squeeze before the ceremony, the kids underfoot, the inside jokes, the pauses. These images don\u2019t just show what your wedding looked like, they show what it felt<\/em> like. Years from now, you won\u2019t be remembering whether everyone stood perfectly\u2014you\u2019ll remember the connection, the energy, and the people who showed up for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What makes documentary photos really stand the test of time is that they reflect who you actually are<\/em>. Personalities, relationships, and family dynamics don\u2019t go out of style the way trends sometimes do. A genuine laugh, a meaningful hug, or a moment of calm in the middle of a busy day will always feel honest and familiar when you look back on it. Instead of images that feel overly controlled or posed, documentary photographs give you a visual memory that grows more meaningful with time\u2014because it\u2019s rooted in truth, not perfection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So if this style of wedding coverage resonates with you, if it speaks to your aesthetic, I’d love to chat with you about what I can offer you for YOUR unique wedding photos!
email: chris@christinearnold.com or text: 760-485-1893<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bubbling Wells Oasis<\/a>
Joshua Tree National Park<\/a>
The Skylark Hotel, Palm Springs<\/a>
Weddings with Pam Olson<\/a>
Artisan Events and Floral Decor<\/a>
Makeup by Keturah<\/a>
Hair by Robyn Tornabeni<\/a>
Your photographer: Christine Arnold Photography<\/a>
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