David + Lindsey

Weddings can be such a production and big ordeal. But not this beautiful wedding in Golden, Colorado. Nope, not this wedding, because David + Lindsey’s chill backyard wedding was relaxed, simply beautiful, and fun for all involved - including me!

Lindsey and her girls got ready upstairs overlooking their property watching as guests arrived early for cold beverages and conversation. As go-time neared, their guests took part in their unity ceremony by placing a tile in their mosaic that would eventually get their hands prints pressed into it. Such a cool idea, and one that I had never seen before.

Their ceremony, full of laughs + Prince quotes ended with a kiss and the applause cheered on the rest of the evening. Hayrack rides brought guests into town where the reception kicked off with a bang. And by bang, I mean everyone got “Iced” with a Smirnoff Ice under their chair. It was hilarious.

David and Lindsey: Keep being the fun loving humans that you are, and I cant wait to see what adventures come your way through marriage. Cheers!


Highlights: Lindsey + David’s killer home aka ceremony site, apples upon entrance, the beautiful arbor made by family, turning around right before the ceremony and seeing a few of my friends in attendance! (smallll world), Photo Locations on mountainside, hayrack rides to the reception, When the ENTIRE reception got “Iced” with Smirnoff Vodka Shooters under each of the chairs, The Shoe Game!, Fresh Hamburgers, All sorts of love and laughter.

Dream Team:
Venue: Their cozy home + The Mountaineering Center in Golden for their reception
Wedding Coordinator: Ashley Zimmerman
Caterer: Bob’s Atomic Burgers
Florist: Self
DJ: Matt DiAno
Hair + Makeup: Anita Mcgann
Wedding Rings: A Friend and Local Artist

Keanan + Alyssa

In the wedding industry, there’s a little thing called COMMUNITY. Us industry professionals have each others back, whether its me bringin the DJ a drink during the reception ‘cause he can’t leave his stand, a Florist giving a wedding coordinator some flowers to take home at the end of the night for a job well done, or just understanding that we’re all drowning 8+ months out of the year.

This wedding came to me in a way of Community. 3 weeks before Alyssa and Keanan’s wedding they got word that the badass photographer they hired out of Tennessee had been in a motorcycle wreck and would have to find another photographer to take over. Alyssa reached out to see if I happened to be available, and after I shifted my calendar a smidge, I was able to say Yes, and add these two to my lineup for September. I am so thankful that photographers have each other’s back. There was no way I was going to let these two not have a photographer, and I wanted Jaime (their original photographer) to feel at ease as she recovered from her surgery. So here we are.

Alyssa and Keanan‘s wedding at Casa Vista in Fraser Colorado was seriously the best day. The laid back vibe paired with the immeasurable love between these two, their family and wedding guests, made it an incredible day to be a part of.  Seriously, so many laughs. You’ll see the absolutely joy in every photo below.

Alyssa found her beautiful geometric design wedding dress in Asheville North Carolina with her grandma Corina and family there.  Her wedding day style was very minimalist: No train on her wedding dress, no vail, Toms for her shoes, adorned with a gorgeous headpiece and simple earrings. Then she rocked a black leather jacket for reception. #pinchme

Keanan’s style was also simple and stylish. A custom IndoChino suit, supporting a local Denver Company with ties + pocket squares from Knotty Tie, but the best part of Keanan’s style — the hops included in his boutonniere. Grown in their backyard (Keanan’s a master small-batch brewer) and picked specifically for the day.

During the ceremony it was noted that Keanan thinks she’s one bad ass chick. I COMPLETELY AGREE!  Keanan, you're pretty bad ass yourself. Between mountain biking, adventure travels, insane smarts, beautiful smiles, and a laid back spirit, you two are a match made in the mountains. It was made very clear that both families raised their children with the emphasis of nature and adventure, so it makes sense that during Keanan and Alyssa's first camping trip together, they slept under the stars and realized there was something more there.

Not only is this a match seriously made in heaven, I about lost my mind when I found out all four parents have forestry backgrounds. No wonder the transition into this marriage is flawless. The added detail of Keanan's dad wearing a wood tie, made me smile. This is just flipping perfect.

The cocktail hour provided delicious drinks, killer music and the anticipation of some Greek food and dancing. The wind picked up rapidly and threatened to rain, but it held off. Perfect cloud cover for the perfect day.

My wish for you. Take all the adventures you’ve had this far, and expand. Expand on how you love each other. Expand your distance from home. Expand your already massive hearts. Expand your knowledge - lets others into this world you’ve created and share the information needed to live such amazing lives.

#sorrynotsorry for the 1 million photos that follow. I forgot that I was just editing for their sneak peek and couldn’t stop obsessing over every photo I came across next. oops.

Highlights: Pure love, a Shotski, Insane Mountain Views, Their adorable dog Bridger, Alyssa's Bad Ass Leather Jacket, Hilarious speeches and Pizza Roll Toasts, Hops in Boutonnieres, Greek Dancing + Food, The Wood DJ Stand Backdrop Keanan made by hand, MadeKeanan's Dad's Wood Tie, Meeting Jaime of Our Andpersand Photo, the endless smiles and laughter.

Dream Team:
Venue: Casa Vista
Planning: Nikki Frazier  - Celebrate by Nikki
Florist: Woodstem Floral
Hair + Makeup: Wedlocks Hair + Makeup
Wedding Dress: WildFlower Bridal - Ashville NC
Mens Ties: Knotty Tie
Mens Suits: Indochino
Invitations: ThinkMake Design
DJ: Dancin' Shoes DJ
Catering/Waitstaff/Bartenders: Wildhorse Catering
Dessert: Gooch's Goodies
 

Dan + Katherine

September 7, 2018 was a dream.  Nestled into the foothills of Evergreen, Colorado is the most gorgeous backdrop from Katherine and Dan's wedding day: The Pines at Genesee.  Mountain views, a ceremony site tucked away into nature, large trees covering the grounds.  It's a stunning location to set the tone for an outdoor wedding.

Katherine and Dan's wedding was focused on family and had many beautiful details. Katherine's veil was made by her mother, Dan's daughter was the most beautiful Jr. Bridesmaid, cousins and sisters and friends as bridesmaids + groomsmen, Kat's uncle as their officiant, the list goes on and on.

The most heartfelt detail was when Dan used his late grandfather's razor + other items to shave the morning of his wedding. His grandfather was a barber, and while his barber chair rests safely in the hands of the family, his razor was front and center to get Dan ready to walk down the aisle.

My wish for you: Keep sprinkling your love on everyone you meet. You’re two amazing souls, and I cant wait to see what adventures come your way through marriage. Cheers, Newlyweds!

Highlights: Union Station shenanigans with the bridesmaids. Dan's Grandfather's razor, Katherine's ease as the day unfolded, Reagan's reaction as she watched her dad get married, their sweet sweet love, french fry bar, and last but never least a killer dance party to bring on the night. 

Dream team:
Wedding Coordinator: Yariela Perez with Pines at Genesee
Caterer: Pines at Genesee
Florist: Nancy Gross - Denver Petals
DJ: Quality Mobile Sound
Decor: DIY
Dress Shop: LUV Bridal
Suits: Men's Warehouse
Hair + Makeup: Oxford Salon and Spa
Wedding Rings: Shane Co.
Videographer: Olivia Tinney & Liz

Jeff + Lauren

Sometimes, I don't meet couples until their wedding day (WHICH SUCKS!). These two fit that bill. They live in WA, so we had only connected through email and over the phone a few times. The second I met Lauren, her bright smile and giddy wedding day vibes set the tone for the day. So-Much-Fun. Jeff is the perfect match for Lauren, and vice versa. Balance is key, and these two have it down.

Riverbend in Lyons, Colorado has quickly become a favorite venue of mine. Yes, I'm a little biased since Shea and I got married at The Farmette (The sister venue to Riverbend).  However, the red rocks, flowing St Vrain river, and open spaces of Riverbend make me a happy photographer. 

Throughout the day, Lauren and Jeff laughed with their guests, said the most loving and sweet vows, and danced the night away under the twinkling lights of the outdoor dance floor. I love Colorado weddings with the fresh mountain air and relaxed vibes. 

Highlights: Laurens youth group leader's ceremony words, the views of Riverbend, how many times the wedding party + Lauren + Jeff Shotgunned beers, when the groomsmen got into a pyramid, when Jeff got ICED during the reception (he took it like a champ), Lauren's Bouquet (THANK YOU FARMETTE FLOWERS!), Lauren's Dad's homemade Mead (Fermented honey - so freakin' good), and mostly their sweet guests making me feel like family.

The Dream Team:
Venue: Riverbend, Lyons Colorado
Florist: Farmette Flowers
Coordination: Good Ol' Fashioned Party
Catering: Lulu's BBQ (seriously good BBQ!)
Band: Tim Ostedk
Dress Shop: Davids Bridal
Suit: Mens Warehouse
Wedding Rings: Zales Jewelers
Rentals: Colorado Party Rentals

Jason + Carissa

Where do I start here? Maybe with a thank you.  

Thank You Carissa for being the one who's been taming my mermaid hair for years. Ya'll she's the best hair stylist in Denver so go check her out. My hair was a mess before she got her hands on it. She's a color wizard and a beautiful soul.

Jason: Thank you for loving this woman. You two fit together like stars in the sky, and I'm so honored to have captured your engagement session. Your Mexico destination wedding will be so amazing, maybe I'll just end up at the same resort around that time. lol. Kidding. Sort of.

These two took a leap of faith with me and went to a location that I've been a hundred times, but never photographed at. LOL - YUP A DOG PARK!  My four legged fur-baby and I walk this park frequently, and I had always admired the mountain views, the rolling hills, and the meadows of unique desert-like plants. So we met up here, and magic happened.

After a few initial poses and prompts, Jason and Carissa got really into it and we started playing around with Double Exposures. They threw out ideas left and right, and I loved the collaboration that happened. I absolutely love their gallery, and I'm so so so so so stoked to share it with you. 

Feast your eyes on this.
 

Jason + Katie

Jason + Katie's Wedding at Wild Basin Lodge in Allenspark, Colorado stole my heart with their welcoming souls, their strong love and bright laughs. These two define sweet, and down-to-earth with big hearts for the people in their lives. Especially Bear, their doggie, who was the cutest Ring Bearer ever.

With anticipation of the first look surrounded by trees, we got Katie in her dress as the boys relaxed in a cabin near by. Allenspark was the perfect backdrop for this wedding. Serene, chill, full of nature, but down to party - and that's exactly what happened. They drank Tequila shots after the ceremony, assisted in the most fun wedding party photos, and danced the night away.

Katie and Jason, no one deserves this perfect day more than the two of you. I am so beyond happy that I got to be there to witness the beginning of your next big adventure. Thank you a million times over for being so incredible. I hope this new adventure together gets better each and every day. Your joy is contagious and I absolutely loved being surrounded by it on your wedding day. Cheers to many more decades of love, happiness + adventures!

Highlights: Allenspark Colorado, wildflowers, feeling like a part of their crew, mountain views, yelling "farts + buttstuff!" to make people laugh, the amazing geode decor, their sweet love, and an epic thunder + lightning storm for my drive home. 

Dream Team: 
Venue + Caterer: Wild Basin Lodge
Wedding Coordinator: Tommy Giaime
Florist: Babylon Floral Designs + Floral Design of Europe
DJ: Walter White
Dress Shop: David's Bridal
Tux / Suit / Ties: Men's Warehouse
Bridal Jewelry: Kyle Chan Design + Custom piece by bride's grandfather
Hair + Makeup: Kai Robinson Makeup - B Martin Hair
Wedding Rings: Love & Lux 

Steve + Selena

Selena and Steve’s Wedding at The Lodge in Breckenridge, Colorado last weekend was one I won’t soon forget. This wedding was one I had been looking forward to for MONTHS. We were connected through their wedding coordinator Brittany of Prive Events, and we vibed right away over the phone and even more so at their engagement session. Their hearts are big, and their laughs are strong.

We were outstandingly lucky to have a beautiful summer engagement session at Sapphire Point in Frisco, CO and their wedding day was even more perfect!

Selena and Steve define fun-loving, adventurous, outdoorsy couples in love and this is everything I hope for when I photograph couples. I wish for laughter, and joy, engagement sessions outdoors, and down-to-earth brides + grooms with big hearts for the people in their lives. This is Selena and Steve to a T!  During many of the reception speeches were heartfelt remarks on how these two turn friends into family and strive to take care of the people around them. That is incredible.

The wedding day was super chill. Like the most chill wedding I’ve ever witnessed. Steve and his guys got ready at the insanely classy Breckenridge Distillery back room.  They ate BBQ, drank cocktails and joked with each other. Selena and her girls dolled up at The Lodge, until we loaded up Steve and Selena into separate cars to drive down Boreas Pass to have their first look overlooking a lake in the company of trees, clouds, and the Mountains.   With rain sprinkles throughout the day, their ceremony cleared up for the most amazing moments on the deck of The Lodge. The view was breathtaking, and so were Selena and Steve.

Selena's Man of Honor, Davis, a professional dancer and choreographer, choreographed a special dance to “I wanna dance with somebody” for the married couple during the reception, while including all of their wedding guests. Anyone who knows me, knows I love this song, so I had a hard time photographing and not dancing along. But when Davis did a backflip, into the splits, you betcha I caught that on camera.

Selena and Steve, no one deserves this perfect day more than the two of you. I am so beyond happy that I got to be there to witness the beginning of your next big adventure. Thank you a million times over for being so incredible. I hope this new adventure together gets better each and every day. Your joy is contagious and I absolutely loved being surrounded by it on your wedding day. Cheers to many more decades of love, happiness + adventures!

Highlights: Breckenridge Colorado (enough said), wildflowers, lake views for the first look, feeling like family, Selena's contagious laugh, when the flower girl wouldn't walk down the aisle - so Steve walked down to her and picked her up and carried her down the aisle helping to distribute the flowers,  all the dancing at the reception - like when during Selena and her dad's dance they broke out into the "Tootsie Roll" and her brothers joined in wearing masks, and when Davis stole the show with his choreographed dance.  Ahh, bring me back.

Dream Team: 
Wedding Coordinator + Floral: Brittany Tolibas with Privé Events
Venue + Caterer: The Lodge at Breckenridge
Cake: Fluffed and Frosted
Donuts: Habit Doughnuts  
DJ / Band: Complete
Dress Shop: CC's Boutique
Tux / Suit / Ties: Nordstrom
Bridal Jewelry: Mavilo earrings
Hair: Jenn Marchetta
Makeup: Nicole Toledo Makeup Artistry
Wedding Rings: Mavilo
Videographer: Whitney Milton
Stationary/Escort Cards: Lucky Onion
Officiant: Kim Tavendale

Jen + Jaime

Jen and Jaime's story is so great.  Rugby + Rock Climbing brought them together.  I know, pretty flippin' awesome, right!?  Okay, here's the story.  Jen and Jaime's sister played Rugby together. They decided to go rock climbing one day, so while Jen was picking her up at her house, Jaime came around the corner and introduced herself to Jen.  The way Jen tells the story is the best. She describes how the sight of Jaime got her all flustered, and couldn't string words together to form a sentence. She was enamored. Jaime ended up tagging along to the rock climbing gym that day, and the two ladies were belay partners.  The start to something amazing was formed right there. 

These two are the balancing act we always talk about in relationships. Jen is extremely social, the life of the party, while Jaime can hang back, and quietly take in a party. But what's equally displayed is their love for each other. It's perfect.

The wedding day was so amazing. The ceremony took place at the beautiful Botanic Gardens, surround by family, friends, and all the plants and flowers possible. Then an incredibly fun limo ride took them over to their reception where they danced the night away.

Highlights:  The "Officiating a Wedding for Dummies" book the officiant carried with him, The pocket watch one of the ushers gave Jen, The look on the wedding coordinators face (and her daughters!) when Jen and Jaime told her she's going to see Justin Timberlake in concert, when the ladies gave me a coin for my own wedding day (I literally almost cried), their first dance to Adam Sandler's "I want to grow old with you" (I almost cried again), but the best part of the day: All the love in the room. 

The Dream Team:
Ceremony: Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms
Reception: Peak Community + Wellness Center
Florist: Sue Kimball
Caterer: Tony's Catering
DJ: Matt Burris
Dress Shop: Blue Bridal
Suit: Denver Dressmakers
Coordinator: Tara Austin
 

Jeff + Lisa

Dinos. Everywhere. My Heart is Exploding!  When I met Lisa for our consultation, way back when, she said their wedding was going to be dinosaur themed, but classy! She showed me her inspiration photos, and I was instantly hooked. If I haven't made it apparent enough - I LOVE IT WHEN COUPLES ARE 100% UNIQUE! It makes photographing each wedding an experience that stands out and makes your photos so incredibly you.

The week preceding Jeff and Lisa's wedding threatened a true Colorado thunderstorm, but mother nature spared us and gave us the most beautiful day to celebrate their marriage at Church Ranch Event Center in Westminster. 

There's a whole heap I could say about these two. About how much fun they have together. About their creative vows (the first part of Lisa's vows to Jeff he actually wrote for her to read... and vice versa), their taste in decor and style for the wedding, but most importantly is their love for each other. They will have an amazing lifetime of marriage, one with plenty of laughlines (eventually). :) 

Highlights: The Classiest Dinosaur Decor, Lisa and Jeff's contagious energy, their amazing choreographed first dance, the 9 foot dinosaur equipped with sound effects, sparkler send off, all the love, also having my gal Sarah by my side as my second shooter! 

Congratulations Newlyweds! I hope you're enjoying your honeymoon in Greece!

Dream Team:
Wedding Coordinator: Mitchell Ray & Jesi Henry - Church Ranch Event Center
Venue: Church Ranch Event Center
Caterer: Greens Point Catering
Florist: Bonnie w/Colorado Bloom Room
DJ / Band: DJ Connection
Hair + Makeup: Glam Team LLC
My Second Shooter: Sarah!

Scott + Christine

The cutest smiles were exchanged all day. Christine looking up at Scott, with all the love in her eyes. Scott returning the exchanges of confidence in their choice to get married. 

These two. Seriously. Keystone Colorado was the perfect destination wedding location for these two. Coming all the way from hot and humid TX, the mountaintop gave a dreamy backdrop and relaxed feeling for their 30 guest wedding.

They gathered and laughed, and danced and witnessed the most amazing cake smash ever. I feel so connected to Scott and Christine, only confirming those feelings as I left their reception: Scott, Christine, their Best man and his beautiful wife told me "We should move to Colorado, I feel like we'd be friends!" Bring it on, friends. Bring it on. Settlers of Catan and craft beers all night. 

I hope their honeymoon in Norway is bringing them lots of down time to connect as a married couple. Christine was telling me all about their packs they brought with them, so I know its going to be a wonderful adventure.

Cheers friends. I wish you all the best. 

Highlights:
The best cake smash ever, their cat and dog incorporated into their cake, danceoffs, the view, how welcomed I felt with their families, tearful speeches.

Dream Team:
Wedding Planner: Courtney Hayes-Jurcheck with The Day Of
Hair + Makeu: Beauty Bee
Flowers: Little Flower Shop
Officiant: Keith Horstman
Musicians: Front Range Strings  
DJ: A Music Plus Entertainment
Caterer: Alpenglow Stube
Rentals: Provided by venue
Bar: Alpenglow Stube
Dessert: Caterer
 

Travis + Alicia

Wedding days are amazing. They’re all about flowers, details, timelines and color-coordinated outfits. A visual representation of your style, relationship, and dreams.

Travis and Alicia started their relationship off on the right foot - Friendship. They were interested in each other for many years but waited to start dating until the timing was just right, and most importantly waited to get married until the timing was just right. Love stories like theirs remind me that its okay to stop and look around for a second. Gather all the information, feelings and situations, and make a move when it feels right. Rather than moving along a timeline not made for you.

They exchanged their vows among their closest friends and family, while all the spring colors created such a gorgeous backdrop.  With these gorgeous details, the beauty of Willow Ridge Manor, their personal vows, their contagious laughter and the clear love and passion these two have for one another, their day was simply beautiful, meaningful and love-filled.  

They are truly some of the kindest and most thoughtful people I've gotten to know through my photography business. I cant wait to see how their love story unfolds.

Highlights: Alicia’s dad dressing up as Woody from Toy Story for their father/daughter dance (they danced to “You’ve got a friend in me”), the amazing dance party, flowers from Project Floral, views of the foothills and the red rocks of Morrison, one rad pink balloon, and all the love. 

Congratulations to Mr and Mrs Bell!

The Dream Team:

Venue: Willow Ridge Manor
Florist: Project Floral - Lauren Evans
Dress: Green Bride
Suits: The Black Tux
Hair: Liz Rillo
Coordinator: Amanda Bell Wiig
Rings: Williams Jewelers
Caterer: Rocky Mountain Catering
DJ: A Music Plus