Flagstaff Wedding at the Arboretum

I don’t ask you to love me always like this, but I ask you to remember. Somewhere inside me there’ll always be the person I am to-night. F. Scott Fitzgerald Oh my heart, the details of the gorgeous Flagstaff wedding still takes my breath away. Sometimes, I struggle with the words to how beautiful an … Read more

Sedona Wedding at Sky Ranch Lodge

Bride and Groom at their wedding at Sky Ranch Lodge during sunset overlooking Sedona Arizona by Melissa Dunstan Sedona Wedding Photographer

‘Nobody has ever measured, not even poets, how much the heart can hold.’ Zelda Fitzgerald This Sedona Wedding at Sky Ranch Lodge was absolutely heavenly. I’ve known Kaitlyn since I did her high school senior photos back in 2018 in the golden aspens in Flagstaff. (WHERE does the TIME GO??). I was so excited when she … Read more

Elopement on a remote mountain top | Arizona Photographer

Bride and Groom on the top of a mountain eloping with a forest scene by Melissa Dunstan at Tangled Lilac Photography

Since the very first wedding I photographed in 1995, this is the first one where I had to take my pants off. Did that get your attention? 😜 But first about this gorgeous couple, Marisela and Jameson… We traveled eight miles on a dirt road and a took a quick hike to the top of … Read more

How to choose a wedding photographer

How to choose a wedding photographer

You’ve just said “YES”! and we couldn’t be more thrilled for you!  Planning a wedding is exciting and a lot of fun and then, wowzers, it becomes stressful.  The last thing you’re thinking of is hiring a wedding photographer. I remember thinking about wedding colors until I cried.  Who knew there were so many shades … Read more

Why Low Light Skills is Important for Wedding Photography

Sedona Wedding at night time with sparkler photo with the shutter low speed to make the light trail by Melissa Dunstan Flagstaff Wedding Photographer

Consistency is so important when it comes to the work of a wedding photographer and an element not to overlook when choosing someone to document your day. Low Light skills can set your photographer apart. Y’all, let me be really honest. It’s easy to get photos during the dreamy golden hour of the day. Just … Read more

Top Flagstaff Photo Locations | Flagstaff Photographer

Flagstaff is a great town, offering everything from natural areas to downtown funky looks. Looking for Flagstaff photo locations can be overwhelming, so I hope this little list can assist you in choosing the backdrop that resonates with you. Aspen Corner Without a doubt, Aspen Corner comes in at number one because of it’s beauty. … Read more