Ceremony Venue: St. Mary’s Catholic Church

Reception Venue: The Bridges Golf Course

Florist: Ruby’s Floral

Cake: Angel’s Pastries

DJ: Double Down Productions

The weather in Montrose was so crazy it was about 100 degrees int he morning then by the time formals came around it rained but, we were just in time to experience the double rainbow! Of course this happens when the silly “Double Rainbow” YouTube video became so viral, so we laughed about it the entire time saying “What does this mean?” So fun!

To end up the night the groom busted out some amazing moved and totally surprised his bride! And I even found the YouTube video of it for the full experience! haha I LOVED THIS!

The vendors we worked with were phenomenal and are the best of the BEST in Denver!

Event Design* by Ashley Summers from Table 6 Productions

Floral Design*by Cori Cook

Dresses * provided by Anna-Be Bridal

Dress Designers* Adele Wechsler (eco friendly designer) and Vera Wang

Hair* by Heidi Mitchell with Hmitchellsalon.com

Makeup *by Janine Schmenk makeupbyjanine.wordpress.com

Venue* Denver Botanical Gardens at Chatfield

And of course… the photography was done by ME and my good friend Audrey Hannah !

When Audrey, Cori, Ashley and I first got together to talk about the shoot we came up with a vintage literature theme while incorporating green and reusable items. We literally went to Goodwill, Flea markets, and vintage stores in Denver to come up with the decor. It was a blast. Everything in this shoot really can be recreated for your wedding day and the best news about it (on a budget) … everything has been re-used into something beautiful without a heavy environmental impact.

The flowers are pretty much out of this world (all of my very favorite flowers by the way) and of course everything was locally grown here in Colorado. Keeping with the green theme, one of the  gowns was designed by Adele Wechsler, who uses environmentally friendly fabrics.

One of my favorite details this about the shoot was Ashley’s brilliant idea of making an antique book page table runner and hanging books from the tree above! So perfect! (and here’s a tip - we bought the books at goodwill for $2.50 each). Also, notice the tie? I just folded up one of these book pages and it was perfect…. I think a little DIY post shot be in order soon.

Here are a few of the favorites I shot from the day. There were so many amazing details I don’t even know where to begin! So consider this post part 1 of like 100?!

A few behind the scenes….

Here I am doing my thing…

Lovely Audrey….

The designer girls…. Ashley & Cori…

And a BIG thank you to our husbands who did all of the heavy lifting and moving of our crazy fruniture into the middle of a meadow! And who were amazing light blockers!! HAHA we seriously have the best husbands out there!!

MORE coming soon!

Here a few shots Jared and I took before a photoshoot a few weeks ago. And I must confess I’ve been TERRIBLE about taking pictures of myself during this pregnancy Trying to get better!

This picture is from our 18 week when we found out we were having a boy! We were so shocked! I don’t know why but we totally thought Carson was a girl but he sure made us happy to know we get a son!

Here are a few phone photos of what I’ve been doing in his room so far. It’s really really not done but when it is I will post better photos of it!

And this is the crib bedding I ordered! Ekk I can’t wait till it all comes together! And that’s all for now!

Florist: Kathy Vicino

Wedding Cake: Whole Foods (yum!)

Reception Venue: The Peak

I love it when couples do a “First Look”. With the first look they had an intimate time to see each other before all eyes were on them! And more time for photos before the ceremony! It’s a great idea!This photo is probably my favorite from the day! love the swings! And I love that Liz was such an amazing bride to be up for anything even - jumping off the swings! We had a blast! I love that Jon & Liz oped to put cake in their best man & maid of honors’ faces. So classic.

Getting Ready Venue: The Curtis Hotel

Ceremony Venue: First Baptist Church of Denver

Reception Venue: The Tivoli Complex at DU

Florist: Ladybird Poppy Flower

Bakery: Das Meyer Bakery

Live Musician: Crisanta Baker

Can I please have an ADORABLE little sister too? Bella is SO sweet!There was no A/C … it was the hottest day of the summer and here I am RUNNING to the balcony, climbing the stairs, and pregnant. The sweat was worth it for this shot! Such a beautiful venue!

The reception was held at The Tivoli. Sarah’s details were FANTASTIC! How cool is this? Ryan actually brewed all the beer served at the wedding himself! Love the names!