From the moment he met her, Rich thought Lina was beautiful - full of energy, so clever, and positive, and with a belief that anything is possible. He knew she was something special. However, after less than a month of dating, Rich moved from Michigan to Arizona for work. Lina stayed in Michigan. For the past two years their relationship has been long distance. And when I asked them what a typical Friday night looks like, they responded: On a typical Friday night one of us is traveling to meet the other.

The things we'll do for love.

For Rich and Lina, the distance has only made their love stronger and on Saturday, when they exchanged vows, it was clear: there has never been a mile between their hearts.
Rich and Lina were married at the Firesky Resort in Scottsdale. Lina's 10-year-old daughter Gabriele was a flower girl and I love how sweet they were together:
Lina's sister and mom helped her into her uniquely gorgeous Oscar de la Renta gown:
Lina's bouquet and all the flowers for the wedding were done by Flora Bella:
Such a stunning bride!
I knew I loved this couple when, for their first look, Lina walked up next to Rich and took his hand. What a sweet moment.
And from then on, the couple never ceased to smile for the remainder of the day:
Lina is originally from Lithuania, and the couple is well-travelled, so the bridal party came in from all corners of the globe:
More sweet moments between Lina and Gabriele:
We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day for the wedding:
Husband and wife!
The Firesky ballroom was decorated for a proper feast!
And with The Static Band leading the way, the party was so much fun!
What a wonderful day! Congratulations Rich & Lina!

Click here to watch the slideshow and see even more photos from this great wedding!

Thanks to this amazing team of vendors: Ceremony & Reception Venue: Firesky Resort // Wedding Planner: Jennifer with Imoni Events // Florist: Flora Bella // Hair: Ruca Bowman of Hautie Rouge // Makeup: Linda Wagner // Dress: Oscar de la Renta // Stationery: Idieh Design // Officiant: Lisa LaFon // Strings: String Serenade // Linens: Southwick Linens // Rentals: Classic Party Rentals // Band: Static Band // DJ: Matt with Mancini Entertainment // Cinematographer: Serendipity Cinematography

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Equipment used for this wedding: Canon 5D Mark III // Canon 50mm 1.2 lens // Canon 24mm 1.4 lens // Canon 70-200 2.8 lens // 2 Canon 600EX-RT Speedlites // Gary Fong Lightsphere // 2 Battery Packs // Light Stand with umbrella bracket and cold shoe
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