THE BENAVIDEZS


DESERT WEDDING IN LAS CRUCES, NEW MEXICO


Michael and Amanda's wedding weekend started the evening of their rehearsal dinner on the rooftop of the Plaza Hotel in El Paso, TX. It was full of their closest friends and family celebrating their soon to be marriage. Delicious food, pretty city views, and heartfelt speeches.

Their wedding day started at Amanda's pueblo style Airbnb. It was culturally decorated on the inside with plenty of natural light. The perfect place for Amanda to get ready for her big day and to photograph her details. Later, we headed over to Michael's getting ready location and grabbed a few photos of him getting ready and hanging with his buddies. Michael and Amanda chose to save the first look for down the aisle, but had a private vow reading and first touch in the desert with the New Mexico mountain range behind them. The ceremony was held in an amphitheater with their friends and family circling around them. The reception was a huge party with a few cultural touches like a mariachi band and a dollar dance. Michael and Amanda danced the night away with their friends and had a flag send off. Amanda had a true vision for their wedding day, and it turned out beautifully.

Historic brick Plaza building with large lettering on facade against blue sky.
String lights hang in front of brick building with Plaza signage in misty weather.
Outdoor dining setup on wooden deck in front of historic Plaza building with string lights.
Rustic wooden welcome sign for a family dinner with names written in white script lettering on dark stained wood.
Urban cityscape with mountains visible through a large divided window pane.
Modern lounge area with circular mirror, orange cushions and geometric floor tiles seen through doorway.
Server carrying terra cotta tray with decorative cocktail glasses.
Bartender in white coat pouring red cocktail mixers into glasses at event.
Elegant appetizers served on coral-colored ceramic plate with creamy filling.
Wedding reception details card with dried floral design in rose gold tones displayed on easel.
Downtown city skyline with modern office buildings and architectural details.
Buffet setup with white serving dishes containing various food items on outdoor deck.
Catering buffet line with chafing dishes set up on wooden deck with sunset view.
Outdoor rooftop reception with string lights and guests dining at tables.
Children dancing on outdoor rooftop deck while people dine at tables.