by Deanna | Sep 1, 2023 | Elopement , Taos , Weddings
This wedding was a private elopement: the bride, groom, officiant (Dan Jones), and photographer (me) only. The start time was 7pm and the light was gorgeous however by 7:15pm the bride and groom still had not arrived. Dan reached out to the wedding couple and they were shocked as they thought their wedding was the next evening. Instantly we all reviewed our contracts and communications and sure enough their wedding date was mentioned several times and Dan and I were right on target. Bre and James were just leaving dinner and were mortified. They raced to their hotel, changed clothes, and arrived approximately 40 minutes late. We still had some beautiful light and rushed to use the golden hour luminescence around the whimsical flower garden.
SpiriTaos always has something in bloom: here are the red poppies!
James and Bre share their wedding vows during their outdoor elopement ceremony
Bre and James, from Tennessee, elope at SpiriTaos venue in El Prado NM
A wedding kiss in the flowers at SpiriTaos Garden in Taos NM
Bre and James and the beautiful Taos sunset on their wedding night
Sharing a kiss on wedding night at golden hour in Taos, NM
Ornamental bird sculpture in SpiriTaos garden
SpiriTaos: El Prado and Taos wedding venue for elopements and microweddings
SpiriTaos provided natural mosquito repellant and the event was private once again
Dan Jones officiates a July wedding ceremony in SpiriTaos garden in Taos
A Taos wedding ceremony with an altar adorned with red poppies
Gorgeous wedding couple stand in SpiriTaos garden
Bride and groom smile after their destination elopement in El Prado
The silhouettes of Bre and James on their wedding night in Taos NM
Red poppies and flowers surround Bre and James during their El Prado wedding
Beautiful gate and meadow at SpiriTaos wedding venue
The sun sets on the Taos horizon after Bre and James' wedding elopement
Flowers and mountain silhouettes adorn this Taos garden wedding venue
Mosquito repellant, a necessary New Mexico wedding item after a monsoon rain
Bre and James kiss in front of sacred Taos mountain
Bride and Groom and a simple southwest sunset in Taos, NM
After a brief Taos rain, the mosquitos decided to joint the wedding festivities
Radiant Taos mountain with stunning bride and groom at July wedding
by Deanna | Jul 28, 2023 | Elopement , Taos , Weddings
Allyssa and Glenn came to escape from the Texas heat and elope in the mountains of northern New Mexico. This couple arrived early on wedding day, ready to tie the knot in the green meadow at SpiriTaos, in El Prado, NM. Dan Jones, officiant, wrote a wedding ceremony that gave homage to the sacred Taos mountain.
Mountain wedding with green meadows, open skies, and mountain views
Dan Jones, wearing a Jerry Garcia tie, officiates the elopement
Married under a New Mexico sky with heavy grey clouds
Beautiful view of green grass and heavy clouds on warm July wedding night
Beautiful summertime green meadow and raptor rests, with mountain views
SpiriTaos: Green meadows, red barn, and mountain views
Wedding Venue for Elopements and Micro Weddings in El Prado
Allyssa and Glenn are married amongst the clover and tall grasses in Taos, NM
Allyssa and Glenn share a laugh as purple flowers loom in background
Allyssa and Glenn were playful and funny as we captured romantic photos of them in the garden
Bride and groom tie the knot at Taos NM Elopement in July
Evening Elopement in Taos, NM in July
Allyssa looks at her partner while he recites his intentions to her
Taos bride wears wedding dress with train at private garden elopement
Bride wears turquoise jewelry in private flower garden for Elopement
Allyssa and Glenn share a moment with the goldfish during their evening elopement
Garden in El Prado, NM hosts Allyssa and Glenn's destination elopement
Wedding evening in Taos, NM outdoors in July
Allyssa and Glenn smile at one another during their evening elopement in Taos, NM
by Deanna | May 22, 2023 | Elopement , Taos , Weddings
As a Taos wedding photographer, I can say that this wedding venue has some of the best mountain view of sacred Taos Mountain. Located in El Prado, “SpiriTaos” is an evolving and whimsical garden which most recently added tall raptor rests. This bride and groom came from out of state for their destination micro wedding. I love how the bride’s dress matches the gorgeous New Mexico blue sky.
Heart-shaped rocks adorn the wedding grounds at SpiriTaos in El Prado, NM
SpiriTaos is a perfect New Mexico wedding venue for micro wedding
Bride and groom hold hands during their Taos wedding in springtime
Bride in blue wipes away a tear during her Taos wedding ceremony
Taos Mountain stands tall for a Taos wedding photograph
This bride had her bridesmaids in flannels and jeans for this Taos, NM wedding ceremony
Bride and groom with popular latilla fence in northern New Mexico
A kiss seals the wedding vows at the end of this El Prado wedding ceremony
This photograph with her nails and ring, and his snaps reminds me how important wedding details are
The sun shines at 95% of our Taos, NM wedding ceremonies
Destination wedding in El Prado, part of Taos, NM
Outdoor wedding in El Prado with scenic views of sacred Taos Mountain
Red willow and raptor rests give texture to this gorgeous springtime Taos wedding photo
Surrounded by the mountains in Taos, SpiriTaos is conveniently is located 10 minutes from Taos plaza
Taos, New Mexico where the skies area gorgeous wedding backdrop
Sun flare and red willow with this bride and groom both in white
This bride and groom share a laugh with their officiant during their wedding ceremony in Taos, NM
The officiant of this Taos wedding ceremony blesses the wedding rings
by Deanna | Dec 20, 2022 | Elopement , Taos , Weddings
This young couple drove from Texas to Taos, NM to elope at SpiriTaos in El Prado. When I asked them if anyone knew about their wedding, Mikayla responded, “Yes, and my mom is so mad that she’s not here!” This bride and groom were absolutely delightful: super easy going, funny, and clever. It was cold outside but the sun came out and warmed everyone up at the perfect moments. Congratulations to a beautiful and unique couple!
Wintertime wedding with garden and barn
Taos elopement package at SpiriTaos in El Prado
Winter grasses and paths adorn SpiriTaos wedding venue
Mikayla and Cole posing in front of Taos Mountain
Texan couple enjoys private elopement in Taos
Mikayla and Cole take in Taos mountain on their wedding day
Taos sunset with wedding silhouettes
Groom with cowboy hat and Taos mountain
Bride and groom silhouetted by Taos' evening light
Taos mountain overlooks this December elopement at SpiriTaos
The Taos light kisses the wintertime grasses at SpiriTaos
Embracing Ceremony officiant Dan Jones blesses the wedding rings
Taos groom in turquoise and cowboy hat
Mikayla wore turquoise jewelry and Cole wore a turquoise buttondown
Bride in long sleeve dress by Taos Mountain
SpiriTaos owner and officiant Dan Jones
Romantic kiss to keep warm at December Taos wedding
Young Texas couple elopes to the mountains in Taos, NM
Newly wedded couple with Taos landscape and mountains
The wedding officiant prays with the Mikayla and Cole during their wedding ceremony
Red headed bride and Taos Mountain
Smiling bride and groom with tipi after eloping in Taos
Bride and groom's wintertime Taos wedding
Garden wedding venue with plants and snow
Sunset in El Prado on wedding evening
Young Texans elope to Taos in December
Frozen pond at wintertime Taos wedding
The Taos light kisses the wintertime grasses
by Deanna | Aug 30, 2022 | Elopement , Taos , Weddings
Peyton, silhouetted by Taos Mountain, and lovely garden flowers
SpiriTaos elopement package with mountain views
Bride in blue and vibrant dalias and mums
Peyton and Ellis on a cloudy but warm August wedding
Peyton and Ellis with the Taos mountain and hollyhocks
Wedding sign at SpiriTaos wedding garden in Taos
Dalias and mums adorn the altar at this August wedding
Peyton and Ellis are married in a garden in Taos, NM
Bride in blue holds gorgeous airy bouquet from local florist, Enchanted Florist
August wedding with grey skies and vibrant flowers
Peyton and Ellis walk down a path at beautiful SpiriTaos gardens
Wedding officiant, Dan Jones, smiles during wedding ceremony
Bride in blue stands with Lion Tail flowers at SpiriTaos
SpiriTaos, a wedding venue and garden in El Prado, NM
The hollyhocks, willow, and sage are abundant at SpiriTaos in El Prado
Groom with sunshine tie and gardens with hollyhocks and a meadow
Bright mums and corn adorn the background of wedding photos
Peyton and Ellis smile with Taos mountain looming