It rained. It rained a lot. So much that it took two of our cameras out of service, but it’s the price you pay making moments in the rain. It was almost as if we didn’t even know it was raining. Chad & Nina’s enthusiasm fueled our creative drive and desire to just keep shooting.

These two found the joy in everything. The rain didn’t stress them out like it would other couples. When they found out that there would be no music during their ceremony, Nina quickly responded with “I will sing!”

We couldn’t be happier for these two and are so thankful to witness such a memorable day for their Camp Hale Wedding. We are also thankful that our cameras have since dried out and been repaired.

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Meeting with these two and planning for the wedding, they emphasized how important the unscripted story of their day was. Meredith, a journalist, was drawn to our creative, but moment driven approach to wedding photography. It’s always a delight when our couple’s trust us enough to document their wedding with a hands-off approach.

Their wedding weekend started with a black-tie rehearsal at Left Bank in the Vail Village. Doug & Meredith invited their closest friends & family for an evening of heartfelt toasts and time spent together before the big day. Left Bank’s chef, Jean-Michel Chelain, delighted these two with a French Wedding Cake, a spectacular sight, unlike any wedding cake we’ve seen before.

The next day, these two spend their mornings getting ready at the Lion’s Square Lodge, only a short walk to their gondola ride to the top of Vail Mountain. Doug’s reaction to seeing Meredith for the first time was once in a lifetime. Completely taken away by the beauty of his soon-to-be wife.

Later that evening, their guests began to pack the Vail Wedding Deck. Each one of them, excited to witness the union of these two at one of the most breathtaking wedding venues in Colorado.

All-in-all, their Vail Wedding Deck Wedding was as good as it gets. The amount of hugs, tears of joy, laughter and real moments was at an all-time high. It was such a joy being able to document a story such as Doug & Meredith’s.

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Suzanne and her lovely family started the day off with hair and makeup in the cutest Airbnb, just across from the Vail Village. The view was to die for. After adorning her wedding dress, we loaded in the Eagle Bahn Gondola for a ride to the top of Vail. Shortly after unloading, Zach & his groomsmen arrived and polished off a few craft beers before it came time to walk down the isle.

After exchanging the usual kiss and vows, these two danced among the wild flowers before venturing back down, eventually to the Donovan Pavilion for their wedding reception. With the help of Chelsea at Radiant Events, and a wonderful team of wedding vendors, their party went off without a hitch. The highlight of their night had to be the moment Suzanne iced Zach when he thought he was removing the garter.

A huge congrats to these two and their Summer Wedding at the Vail Wedding Deck. All that we ever ask for are beautiful moments and a fun loving couple. It never hurts when you get backdrops like these and a party that just won’t stop. Thanks for having us there to document your Vail Wedding.

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They both start their day at the Lions Square Lodge, prepping for their big day. Stacey and her bridesmaids spent the morning opening gifts and drinking mimosas while Wedlocks Bridal Hair & Makeup did them up. Mike, or Cooks as most call him, spent their morning relaxing while buttoning their suits and straightening their ties before sending him off on the Eagle Bahn Gondola to anxiously await his first reveal of his beautiful bride on top of Vail.

Once Stacey was in her stunning Wtoo wedding dress, these two met up for one the most memorable first looks we’ve ever photographed. Heading into it, we knew Cooks was going to deliver. Our photo barely does his reaction justice.

Upon arriving at the base of Lionshead, we met up with the wedding party and soon made our way to The Chapel at Beaver Creek. Shortly after their ceremony, everyone loaded up in the Turtle Bus for memorable ride to the Donovan Pavilion for their wedding reception where The Radio Band absolutely rocked the jams.

All in all, the day couldn’t have gone any better, rain and all. Michael & Stacey were true to themselves and it was such a joy to capture their Vail Summer Wedding.

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Fortunately, there was just enough time to squeeze the ceremony in before it really started going and the guests had to make their way inside for some warm beverages. After dinner, they opened up the mic and countless people began explaining how special Chris & Myrna were to them. There weren’t many dry eyes after it was all said and done.

All in all, Chris & Myrna’s Piney River Ranch Wedding was a blast, rain and all. We were able to sneak out for a few portraits of these two, with Mt Powell in the background, making for some breathtaking Vail Wedding Photos. Congrats you two and thank you for letting us document your wedding.

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Arriving to bridal prep at the rental house, we had a blast running from room to room, documenting the chaos that ensues before everyone races out the door for the ceremony. After a ride on the Turtle Bus, we met Travis & the groomsmen in downtown Vail for a few wedding party pictures before heading up to The Chapel at Beaver Creek.

Shortly after a large group photo in front of the church, we headed out to the slopes for a few portraits of the beautiful bride & groom. Then, it was off to The Donovan Pavilion for their reception, which was decorated with personal touches of copper & lace.

We had a blast shooting this energetic crowd of friends for the nightcap of what was Travis & Sheryl’s beautiful Vail Wedding. Thanks again you two and enjoy the photos.

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Fast forward to their wedding day. Perfect weather, at one of our favorite wedding venues, with an exquisite couple; we’ll take it. Liezl got ready in the Camp Hale Cabins with a few friends, some of whom flew in all the way from South Africa. Upon sharing a moment with their friends and family, Liezl and I trailed Stacy & Peter up a 4×4 road for their first reveal above treeline. The fields of wild flowers, vista of mountain ranges and feeling that you’re on top of the world makes the bumpy traverse up worth the hassle.

Upon arriving back at the Camp Hale Lodge, we made our way over to the private lake so Liezl’s father could marry the two. As goes with most weddings, there are always a few unexpected surprises that can make brides break down or shrug and laugh. When Liezl’s veil popped off coming over the bridge, her smile set the tone for the rest of the wedding. It wasn’t about everything being perfect, it was about the marriage of two people in front of their friends, family and loved ones. Instead of regular cake, Peter & Liezl’s decided to cut into a large platter of cheese, which kicked off a night of dancing and good times.

With Camp Hale being so remote, a portrait under the stars is always on our mind, and Peter & Liezl couldn’t have been more excited to find a different way to finish off their Camp Hale Wedding, a favorite Vail Wedding Venue of ours.

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