Desert Botanical Gardens Engagement: Tyler + McKenzie

After a few “ah ha” moments from continual joking by Tyler and Mckenzie, the laughter would soon turn into joyous emotions of love and excitement. They were hiking up Mt. Camelback with their brother and sister. A proposal seemed still in the distance, yet closer than ever. Which it was. As their foots stepped onto slippery and waddling rocks, they would grab onto each other, gripping for the sake of not falling. As they reached the top of final destination, Tyler got down on one knee and asked Mckenzie if she would give him the honor of spending the rest of her life with him.

With a momentary black out of surreal excitement, she said yes, with continual unrelenting smiles for the remainder of the day. As she remembered the events leading up to the proposal, she realized Tyler’s attire was a lot nicer than usual. She also realized he had this contagious smile permeated on his lips the whole time, and lastly she remembered his words, “I would propose there,” when they preciously hiked Mt. Camelback. Even though Mckenzie wasn’t able to put all the pieces together at the time, they now has a handful of precious memories they will never forget.

Here are some fun facts we learned about our special couple:

Tyler enjoys woodworking hence many of their wedding details were handmade from him.

Mckenzie is looking forward to seeing all of our decorations on display on their wedding day.

The two together make a great team designing their wedding details together project by project.

Tyler and Mckenzie’s engagement session took place at the Desert Botanical Garden.

Tyler said these sweet words to describe his soon to be wife: “What I love most about Mckenzie is how her smile and friendly personality brightens up a room. Even in the hardest of times (i.e., during the stress of wedding planning), we find a way to laugh together.”

With Tyler being a rocket scientist, it was only fitting to create Mckenzie’s ring from an astroid in a star lab.

Their love never ceases to be fully engaged and intentional with one another.

What a sweet day to celebrate in anticipation of the pair choosing to become one.

They took some time individually to show off their fun and distinct personalities.

The future groom looks ahead for the day he gets to call his fiancé…his wife.

Standing nose to nose, they embrace each other with sounds of laughter and eyes that smile.

The future bride looks gorgeous in her elegant engagement dress with her long flowing locks.

From a blind Sushi date to holding her hand with the ring, they carry a lot of fond memories and are ready to bring on the new ones.

Tyler brings out the best smile in his fiancé which is her best accessory.

Enchanting gardens right in the midst of the Arizona desert beauty.

Their eyes lock at they remain present with each other and love every moment together.

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Many thanks to the engagement creative team who helped in the celebration of two souls preparing to commit the promise of forever:

Engagement Location: Desert Botanical Garden.

Photographer: April Maura Photography 

Wedding Vendors: 

Ceremony & Reception Venue: Saguaro Lake Ranch 

Getting Ready Location: Eagle Mountain Weddings 

Wedding Planner: @ramzbawesome

Florist: Camelback Flowershop

 Bride’s Dress & Veil: Mariee Bridal Scottsdale

Groom’s Attire: Men’s Wearhouse

DJ: @ramzbawesome

Videographer: Something New Media

Wedding Cake: Inspired Sugar

Rentals: Party People Rent

Invitations: Beacon Lane Weddings

Caterer: Heidis Events

Bridesmaid Dresses: Rent the Runway

Groom’s Tie: Tie One On