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Matt & Christy’s Autumn Riverbend Wedding in Lyons, CO

April 10, 2015 Leave a Comment

Riverbend in Lyon’s, CO is a new wedding venue opened in the summer of 2014 by the owners of the Lyons Farmette. Matt & Christy were among the first couples to be married here, and their fall wedding was breathtaking. Riverbend has a “glamping” tent where the bride and her bridesmaids can get ready, and plenty of room to spread out for the wedding ceremony, reception and enjoying the day by the river. Christy spent a ton of time on the handmade details (take note, DIY brides!) such as wood burning their initials on each rustic wood ring centerpiece and enlisting some help with making hundreds of colorful paper cranes. And don’t miss the handmade stunning antler arbor they were married under!

Love by the river at the Riverbend wedding venue in Lyons, CO

Christy’s flowing wedding gown hung in Riverbend’s “Glamping” tent

The bride and her ladies get ready in Riverbend's "Glamping" Tent

The ladies get ready in Riverbend’s “Glamping” Tent

Matt & Christy’s Riverbend Wedding in Lyons, CO

Matt & Christy's Lyons fall Riverbend wedding ceremony

Matt & Christy’s Lyons Riverbend wedding ceremony

Deer antler arbor at Matt & Christy's Riverside wedding in Lyons, CO

Handmade antler arbor at Matt & Christy’s Riverside wedding in Lyons, CO

The bride wore a flower crown and paper cranes decorated the trees

Riverbend wedding decor of Matt & Christy’s wedding day, with rustic wood centerpieces Christy burned their initials into

Matt & Christy by Riverbend’s river Wedding near the Farmette in Lyons

Matt & Christy by Riverbend’s river Wedding in Lyons, CO

Paper cranes and gorgeous DIY wedding details at Riverbend

The bride & groom on a vintage red velvet couch at their Riverbend wedding

The bride & groom on a vintage red velvet couch at Riverbend

Marquee Lights and a full dance floor at Matt & Christy’s Riverbend reception

Matt & Christy’s Riverbend reception tent

Lyons, Colorado Riverbend wedding photography

Jesse & Jessica’s St. Paul College Club Wedding

August 20, 2014 Leave a Comment

Jesse and Jessica had a spectacular backyard wedding ceremony at the St. Paul College Club in Minnesota. The reception in the beautiful mansion included homebrew made by the couple, a full dance floor and a great time had by all!

The lovely bride Jessica puts on her wedding gown with the help of her bridesmaids

Jessica’s gorgeous wedding dress

Getting ready for the wedding at the St. Paul College Club

The flower girls look on as Jessica dresses for her wedding

Jesse & Jessica’s Backyard Wedding at the St. Paul College Club

The bride and groom at the St. Paul College Club in Minnesota

Jesse and Jessica, newlyweds!

The bride and groom after their St. Paul College Club wedding

The bride and groom after their wedding

The St. Paul College Club decorated for Jesse & Jessica’s Wedding

Jesse & Jessica’s St. Paul College Club Wedding Reception

Wedding reception lights as everyone takes to the dance floor

Twinkling wedding lights as everyone takes to the dance floor

Wedding photo booth, homebrew and the St. Paul College Club wedding scene

Britton & Nicole’s Red Rocks Wedding

June 9, 2014 2 Comments

Britton and Nicole were married at the stunning Red Rocks Park in the Rocky Mountains, dodging brief rain showers at all the perfect moments – after their first look, after the family photos and just as we finished the wedding party photos overlooking the park. Their reception at the Space Gallery in downtown Denver was a gorgeous, and not just because of the art on the walls. Vintage buffet tables and vintage glass doors, tin cut N & B letters and so many glorious details made this wedding a dream to photograph!

Red Rocks Amphitheater wedding photos

Nicole's wedding dress, at the Courtyard Denver Hotel

Nicole’s first moments in her wedding dress

Courtyard Denver Hotel wedding preparation

Britton putting on his suit coat, along with the groomsmen gift of Denver's Stranahan's whiskey

Britton putting on his suit coat, along with the groomsmen gift of Stranahan’s whiskey

Britton and Nicole’s First Look at Red Rocks Park in Denver, Colorado

The view from the wedding at Red Rocks Trading Post, between rain showers

The bride & groom walk down the aisle overlooking Red Rocks Park at their Trading Post wedding

Red Rocks Trading Post wedding ceremony of Britton & Nicole

Nicole & Britton’s Red Rocks Trading Post nuptuals

Wedding party photos at Red Rocks Park in the Rocky Mountains

The groom and his groomsmen at Red Rocks Park near Golden, Colorado

Overlook of Denver at Red Rocks Park before the Trading Post wedding

The bride and groom at Red Rocks Park overlook

Red Rocks overlook after Britton and Nicole’s wedding

The bride & groom taking shelter from rain showers after the wedding at Red Rocks Park

Britton & Nicole’s perfectly planned wedding details at Denver’s Space Gallery

The bride & groom at Red Rocks Park just before their wedding

Vintage buffet table and tin cut N & B letters at Denver’s Space Gallery

A big band and full dance floor at Nicole & Britton’s Space Gallery wedding reception in Denver, CO

Nicole & Britton’s first dance, with Space Gallery artwork on the walls

The Space Gallery wedding reception in Denver, Colorado

Britton & Nicole’s Space Gallery wedding reception in Denver, Colorado

Britton & Nicole outside the Space Gallery in Denver, Colorado

Brook & Eric’s Golden, CO Wedding

June 30, 2013 Leave a Comment

Brook & Eric had a bluebird day and sweeping mountain view at their Golden, Colorado wedding last weekend. You may remember these two lovebird from their Denver engagement photos in LoDo last fall. Well, it was as romantic as ever with Brook & Eric on their wedding day! They chose not to see each other before their outdoor wedding ceremony, and I stole a photo of the two of them at either end of a staircase (they didn’t peek!). They had a Pinterest-lover’s dream wedding, with adorable details at every turn (a chandelier hanging from the arbor – which Eric made & etched their initials into!, vintage suitcases filled with goodies, a Candy Bar, handmade napkin rings…the list goes on!). DIY brides should take note, because the style was impeccable. The reception at Rolling Hills Country Club was a blast, complete with a guys vs. girls dance-off that culminated in the groom vs. the bride. After witnessing it, I can definitively say: every wedding should have a dance-off!

Eric and Brook’s Golden, Colorado wedding at Rolling Hills Country Club © Marni Mattner Photography

A Wedding Dress With Cowgirl Boots: Colorado Style! © Marni Mattner Photography

The Wedding Party Gets Ready At Rolling Hills Golf Club in Golden, CO © Marni Mattner Photography

The Wedding Party Gets Ready At Rolling Hills © Marni Mattner Photography

Bride & Groom On Either End of Staircase Instead of a First Look © Marni Mattner Photography

Brook And The Mountain Views Before Her Golden, Colorado Wedding © Marni Mattner Photography

Brook Before Her Golden, Colorado Wedding © Marni Mattner Photography

Wedding Ceremony at The Club at Rolling Hills in Golden, CO © Marni Mattner Photography

Chandelier on Handmade Arbor and I Do/We Did Signpost © Marni Mattner Photography

Brook & Eric Had Communion Followed By A Sand Ceremony © Marni Mattner Photography

Eric & Brook Say Their Wedding Vows at Rolling Hills Golf Club in Golden, CO © Marni Mattner Photography

Eric & Brook Say Their Wedding Vows © Marni Mattner Photography

Eric & Brook Say I Do! in Golden, Colorado Wedding © Marni Mattner Photography

Eric & Brook Say I Do! © Marni Mattner Photography

The Bride & Groom at Rolling Hills Country Club in Golden, CO © Marni Mattner Photography

Eric & Brook's Wedding Party In The Mountains © Marni Mattner Photography

Eric & Brook’s Wedding Party © Marni Mattner Photography

Bridesmaids and Bride in Cowboy Boots © Marni Mattner Photography

Groom Kisses Bride’s Shoulder © Marni Mattner Photography

Windblown Trees, Star-Crossed Lovers and Wedding Rings © Marni Mattner Photography

Bride and Groom Atop A Stone Wall © Marni Mattner Photography

Check Out Brook’s Beautiful Garters! © Marni Mattner Photography

Wedding Reception at The Club at Rolling Hills in Golden, CO © Marni Mattner Photography

DIY Brides Will Love These Centerpiece and Detail Ideas: Tree Branch Centerpiece With Hanging Candles, Vintage Suitcases, Date Night Idea Popsicle Sticks, etc. © Marni Mattner Photography

DIY Brides Will Love These Centerpiece and Detail Ideas © Marni Mattner Photography

Groom Twirls Bride During First Dance © Marni Mattner Photography

Tree Stumps With Bridesmaid Flowers and Candy Bar DIY Ideas © Marni Mattner Photography

Tree Stumps With Bridesmaid Flowers and Candy Bar © Marni Mattner Photography

Wedding Dance-off Featuring Bride & Groom © Marni Mattner Photography

Girls vs. Boys Wedding Dance-off © Marni Mattner Photography

Patrick & Christina’s Boulder, CO Wedding

September 23, 2012 Leave a Comment

Patrick and Christina (aka Chrissy) were married in the foothills of Boulder, CO at the Greenbriar Inn. I used to work with Christina in my “former life” (before going full time with photography) so this was a really special wedding for me to photograph. Christina is one of the most organized people I’ve ever met, and it all paid off as the day went off without a hitch. The DIY wedding details were perfect, from the burlap table runners and mason jar flowers to the P+C puzzle pieces for guests to sign and adorable “Here Comes The Bride” banner.

Patrick and Christina in Boulder, CO foothills at the Greenbriar Inn © Marni Mattner Photography

Bride and Groom Preparing at Boulder Marriott for Wedding © Marni Mattner Photography

Bride and Groom Preparing © Marni Mattner Photography

Christina and Patrick After Their First Look at CU Boulder © Marni Mattner Photography

Christina and Patrick After Their First Look © Marni Mattner Photography

Patrick & Christina's Wedding Party in Front of Macky Auditorium at CU Boulder © Marni Mattner Photography

Patrick & Christina's Wedding Party at CU Boulder © Marni Mattner Photography

The Wedding Party By CU Boulder's Old Main Campus Building in Colorado © Marni Mattner Photography

The Wedding Party By CU Boulder's Old Main © Marni Mattner Photography

Christina In Front Of Old Main Campus Building in Colorado © Marni Mattner Photography

Christina In Front Of Old Main © Marni Mattner Photography

Patrick and Christina with Bridesmaids and Groomsmen at CU Boulder for Wedding Party Pictures © Marni Mattner Photography

Greenbriar Inn Wedding Ceremony in Boulder, Colorado © Marni Mattner Photography

Maid of Honor and Best Man at Wedding Ceremony in Boulder, CO © Marni Mattner Photography

Patrick & Chrissy's First Kiss as a Married Couple! © Marni Mattner Photography

Boulder, CO Wedding Details: Puzzle Pieces for Guests, Cake, Mr. & Mrs. Chair Banner, Sunset © Marni Mattner Photography

The Morning Doves That Watched Patrick & Christina's Wedding in the Boulder, CO Foothills © Marni Mattner Photography

Boulder, CO Mountain Wedding Photos at Sunset of Patrick and Chrissy © Marni Mattner Photography

Patrick and Christina Take in Boulder, CO's Mountain Sunset at the Greenbriar Inn © Marni Mattner Photography

Liz & Dave’s Stillwater, MN Wedding

August 16, 2012 Leave a Comment

Liz and Dave were married in the quaint riverside town of Stillwater, Minnesota. (You might remember this spectacular couple from their engagement photos last fall in the Mill Ruins Park area of Minneapolis!). We made our way to Woodbury for the reception at Prestwick on a stunning golf course, with a fun photo stop for the bride and groom at an old train car we spotted at a farm along the way. The dance floor was hoppin’ ’til the sparklers fizzled under the sparkling stars, and now Dave & Liz are living their happily ever after…

Train Car Wedding Photos of Liz & Dave near Woodbury, MN © Marni Mattner Photography

Liz & Dave's red train car wedding photography © Marni Mattner Photography

Liz's stunning Stillwater, MN wedding dress © Marni Mattner Photography

Liz & Dave's Water Street stop in Stillwater, MN © Marni Mattner Photography

Stillwater, MN wedding at St. Michael church © Marni Mattner Photography

Wedding party photos downtown in the riverside town of Stillwater © Marni Mattner Photography

Liz & Dave's wedding portraits in the Minnesota countryside © Marni Mattner Photography

Bridal portrait of Liz in Stillwater, MN © Marni Mattner Photography

Bride & Groom on the Prestwick golf course for sunset wedding photos © Marni Mattner Photography

Prestwick Golf Course wedding reception for Dave & Liz © Marni Mattner Photography

Prestwick Golf Course sunset wedding photos of Dave & Liz © Marni Mattner Photography

Dave & Liz's Prestwick wedding dance photos in Woodbury, MN © Marni Mattner Photography

Liz & Dave's wedding sparkler send-off at Prestwick © Marni Mattner Photography

Logan & Megan’s Wash Park Wedding

July 1, 2012 Leave a Comment

This patient bride waited in a line of 100+ brides (overnight!) last summer for a chance at a coveted spot in Denver’s Washington Park for her wedding, and it was worth the wait! Megan and Logan were married outdoors under a canopy of trees in Wash Park on a lovely Saturday in June. We met at downtown Denver’s Curtis Hotel for the wedding prep, headed to LoDo for wedding party photos and rocked out to a great local band at the reception. Megan & Logan’s wedding had tons of cute details, from the old-timey straws for the lemonade to the creative hand-made wooden cake platters holding the cupcakes.

Bride Megan peeking at her groom before their First Look © Marni Mattner Photography

The Curtis Hotel wedding photography of the bride Megan's dress © Marni Mattner Photography

Groom and Bride prepping at The Curtis Hotel in Denver, CO © Marni Mattner Photography

Denver, CO groom and groomsmen at The Curtis Hotel pre-wedding © Marni Mattner Photography

LoDo wedding photos in Downtown Denver © Marni Mattner Photography

Megan, Logan & their wedding party walking to the ceremony at Wash Park in Denver © Marni Mattner Photography

Megan & Logan's Wash Park wedding under a canopy of trees in Denver, Colorado © Marni Mattner Photography

Groom and Bride sharing a sunset kiss in Denver's Wash Park © Marni Mattner Photography

These old-timey straws were one of the best wedding details at Megan and Logan's Washington Park wedding © Marni Mattner Photography

Handmade Bride & Groom chair signs for Megan and Logan © Marni Mattner Photography

Handmade wedding wooden cake platters for cupcakes © Marni Mattner Photography

Megan tears it up on the dance floor at her wedding reception in Wash Park's boathouse © Marni Mattner Photography

Sunset over Wash Park's lake and boathouse, and the newlyweds! © Marni Mattner Photography

Bride Megan peeking at her groom before their First Look © Marni Mattner Photography

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