Cody + Sarah

Colorado weather can really throw you a curve ball sometimes. March typically is our snowiest month of the year, accumulating snowflakes like we’re a snowglobe factory. So naturally, when planning wedding in March, you need to have indoor locations that are as beautiful as any outdoor locations. Cue: Lionsgate Event Center Chandelier Barn.

Holy smokes this venue is gorgeous. A Barn outfitted with tons of vintage chandeliers to light up your ceremony in the most intimate way. Yep, I love shooting here.

Sarah and Cody’s day was so amazing. Their laid-back vibe before the ceremony put everyone at ease, and created an environment full of laughs, love and family. As the time came for Sarah to walk down the aisle, her brother’s took their places. See, Sarah’s father had passed away a few years ago, so her brother’s stepped in to make Sarah’s walk to marriage one to remember. And to everyone one you reading this thinking “I bet Ashley totally teared up”: Yes you are correct. I almost wept like baby. I love my job, sue me. (Actually don’t please, that sounds terrible).

Okay, back to Sarah and Cody. Their vows were filled with promises to love each other forever, and then just like that - they were married! I’m so happy for these two and to continue to follow along their journey as they embark on life as Mr And Mrs.

Congratulations to the Youngs!

HIGHLIGHTS:
Sarah Icing Cody during the Garter Toss
Their sweet vows
The “Father of the Bride” Speech delivered by one of Sarah’s Brothers
The feeling of absolutely love all day long

The Dream Team:
Venue: Lionsgate Event Center
Day of Coordinator - Hanna Stamic
Bridal Dress Shop/Designer - David's Bridal
Mens Suit/Tux/Tie Store - Black Tux
Hair - Stephanie Ellis
Makeup - Elegance by Design Studio
Bridesmaid dresses - Davids Bridal
Ring Designer - Shane Co.
Bridal Jewelry - Family Heirloom
Florist - Painted Primrose "
Caterer - Jim-N-Nicks BBQ
DJ - Encore DJ
Bakery - Cake/Donuts - Button Rock Bakery

Nate + Lisa

Do weddings ever go to plan? Nope. Are they off timeline always, yep? Lisa and Nate’s wedding took that mindset to a whole new level, and I’ve never witnessed two people take on this a day with that much calm. 

A long story, turned short: Lisa’s dad had a slight medical emergency on the way to the church and ended up in the hospital to run some tests. After the tests came back in his favor and the hospital discharged him, he was rushed to the church while everyone pulled together to figure out why the reception flowers had gone MIA. We had pushed back the ceremony by 40 minutes, just enough time to still walk his beautiful daughter down the aisle. Mission Accomplished!

I have no doubt these two will have an amazing marriage. I can see it in their eyes that their love runs deep and their support of each other is strong. I cant wait to see what adventures come their way.  

Highlights: watching the families come together during unplanned hiccups in the day, food trucks for dinner, Backstreet boys music video remake, high fives at the altar, flower girls killin’ the dance floor with their singing and dance moves, insanely beautiful windows in a super old church mixed with sick graffiti art at their reception venue. 

The Dream Team:
My Second Shooter: Hannah!
Ceremony Venue: Church - The Sanctuary Downtown  
Reception Venue: Bliss Studio
Caterer: Mile High Sliders + Tocabe: American Indian Cuisine Food Trucks
Florist: Nate's Mother!
Rentals: Colorado Party Rentals"
Dress Shop: Timeless Gowns
Bride's Shoes: Sam Edelman
Hair: Evolution Salon
Videographer: Mary M Cinema