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After photographing Bonnie and Charles’ engagement session, I was thrilled to capture their wedding day at Briarwood Estate in Mount Vernon, Washington! Not only did I get to reconnect with this amazing couple, but I had the fun challenge of shooting on digital and two types of film. Described by Bonnie as a “boho-chic garden party with a dash of whimsy,” it was an outdoor celebration filled with heartfelt moments shared between loved ones.
Read MoreWhen Isabel and Danny started planning their wedding, they wanted a space that could capture both her vision for romance and his love of an unforgettable party. Creekside Event Center ended up being the perfect fit.
Read MoreKimberlee and Caleb’s wedding at White Barn Estate was a reminder that sometimes the simplest celebrations are the most memorable. With your loved ones, good food, and space to bust a few dance moves, you have all you need—no over-the-top decorations or complicated logistics required!
Read MoreEvery so often, you meet a couple who makes you believe—or reinforces your belief—in soulmates. Ellie and Matt are one of those couples! I had the honor of photographing their wedding at Pomona at Blue Barn near Rochester, New York, last August. It was a day of big emotions, big love, and even bigger dance moves!
Read MoreYou might remember Tiffany and Curtis from their Anderson Ranch Reservoir engagement session! The couple met through their local fishing club, the Mountain Home Hawg Hunters, when Curtis drew Tiffany as his tournament partner. After spending more time together enjoying their shared hobby, Curtis asked Tiffany on a date—and eventually, he asked her to marry him! The two tied the knot in a fall wedding last October on Tiffany’s parents’ ranch.
Read MoreSome wedding days feel like they were made for the mountains, and Kelsey & Justin’s Wednesday celebration at Della Terra Mountain Chateau was exactly that. Tucked into Estes Park’s golden September light, this intimate mountain wedding balanced heartfelt moments with pure fun, think unity tree planting, custom favors, and even a round of disc golf during the reception.
Read MoreWith sweeping 360° views of the Rocky Mountains, the YMCA of the Rockies’ Estes Park Center was the perfect backdrop for Ann and Landis’s autumn wedding. Their celebration at Mountainside Lodge brought together 75 of their closest friends and family for a day full of heartfelt moments, mountain beauty, and plenty of personal touches.
Read MoreElise and Chris are a laid-back couple who love spending time outdoors. Their DIY wedding reflected their personalities through and through! Tucked into the backyard of a private rented chalet near Sun Valley, the couple exchanged vows and celebrated with 32 of their nearest and dearest. Documenting the day was an honor!
Read MoreLillian and Joel have totally unique personalities, so it’s no surprise that their mountainside wedding at Redfish Lake Lodge in Stanley, Idaho, encapsulated that! Homemade decorations, screamo and metal music, whiskey flasks, and bubble guns were all part of this entirely one-of-a-kind day.
Read MoreKatherine and Andrew had a country chic wedding out of a magazine starting at Bar SZ Ranch and ending at their family ranch, LP Ranch in California. LP Ranch is where Andrew grew up and is owned by his family, so it was full of personal touches. After days of torrential downpours in the state, the hills were alive with flowers of all kinds!
Read MoreEmma and Emily’s wedding at Cannon Beach, Oregon looked like it was straight out of a movie! They said “I do” at Ecola State Park, a stunning blend of ocean and forest and a perfect spot to have a wedding.
Read MoreKassie and Joe's casual camping wedding day at Shangri-La On The Green in Washington was a charming and eventful celebration filled with personal touches and unexpected twists. From a dog as the ring-bearer to a dunk tank that had both couples soaked by the end of the night, I loved how fun, warm, and inviting their entire day was!
Read MoreNestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of West Linn, Oregon, the Oswego Hills Vineyard hosted Kayleigh and Sean’s heartwarming wedding celebration. Let's dive into the details of their special day filled with love, tears, and swords (yes, I said swords!).
Read MoreAnne and David had a laid-back, family-focused wedding at Red Cedar Farm in Poulsbo, Washington. It included live animals as a backdrop, fun photo re-creations, and DIY elements all over!
Read MoreGroom wants a tropical beach vibe. Bride wants mountains, jungle, and cool terrain. What is the perfect spot for a combination of the two? A wedding at Sandals in Ochi Rios, Jamaica! Stefani and Kyle had a beach side wedding on the beautiful island of Jamaica. Which was fitting, because the beach of San Diego was where Kyle proposed!
Read MoreMaria and Matt, the quintessential high school sweethearts, had a classy fall wedding at Venuti’s Restaurant in Illinois. They first met freshman year of high school and the flirtations started over text. “I ended up asking Matt to my turnabout in February and he asked me to be his girlfriend on March 5th. Little did we think that 11 years later we would be getting married!” said Maria.
Read MoreJenn and Stuart’s wedding at Cambria Pines Lodge in California was special for many reasons, but particularly because their two children, SJ and Benjamin, were part of the day. Both boys were dressed in suits and ties – which was absolutely precious!
Read MoreCan you imagine getting married at 11,000 feet in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado? Maggie and Jon could! They had their wedding at Arapahoe Basin in Colorado. “We chose our venue because one of Jon and I's first dates was skiing at Arapahoe Basin and it is now one of our favorite spots all year long! We've had a season pass to A-Basin for the last 3 years and go frequently in the winter and the summer,” said Maggie.
Read MoreAn epic three-day vacation at El Dorado Casitas Royale in Cancún, Mexico, made Jojo and Becca’s fun-filled bash a weekend to remember for more reasons than just the date! They chose the El Dorado Casitas Royale for its all-inclusive package and planned a three-day vacation for all their guests. On Sunday, they had a cheese and wine tasting, and on Monday, they celebrated with a Mexican Fiesta Rehearsal Dinner, complete with custom margaritas! The guests were suntanned and relaxed by the time the big Tuesday wedding rolled around.
Read MoreFrom matching troll dolls to colorful hair and makeup to mooning the Amtrak train as it zoomed by, Elise and Eric’s wedding day was absolutely one-of-a-kind! Anyone who’s had the absolute joy of meeting these two could never possibly expect anything less. By choosing to host it at the campground where they got engaged, their Rancho Del Rio wedding in Bond, CO, became the perfect blend of the sensational and the sentimental.
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