On occasion I like to expand my creativity by utilizing video to capture a moment. I attended Luke and Dessiree's wedding in Carbondale, Colorado as a quest and since I was not there photographing I decided to provide them with this video as their gift from my family. Congratulations Luke and Des! I wish you all the love in the world on your new journey together!
Ty + Aprille | Flying Dog Ranch | Carbondale Wedding Photographer
Here is a little DIY Wedding inspiration for those brides who like to have a little more control! Ty and Aprille were married this past September at the beautiful Flying Dog Ranch in Carbondale, Colorado. As you can see from the photos, the ranch fits any rustic country theme complete with breathtaking views of Mt. Sopris. It was important to the bride and groom that most of their decor have a personal touch from family and friends. Everyone chipped in to help out and almost all of the decorations were put together by hand, even the alter and the cake stand!
Vendors for the day included:
Venue: Flying Dog Ranch \ Catering: Cesar Catering & Family \ Cake: The Cake Lady \ Floral Design: The Bride \ Bridal Gown & Bridesmaid Dresses: David's Bridal \ Groom & Groomsmen attire: Treadz \ Hair & Makeup: Dania LaGiglia \ Photography: Carrie Johnson Photography
Congratulations Ty & Aprille! I really enjoyed spending such a memorable day with you!
Best,
Carrie
Silverthorne Wedding Photographer | Seth + Kelsey
Silverthorne, Colorado is the perfect destination for a mountain wedding! Seth and Kelsey were wed on May 1st at the gorgeous Silverthorne Pavilion and I must say that the day was just lovely (despite the iffy weather)! Together they did a spectacular job of hosting a party to remember, every guest was on the dance floor!
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If you are planning your own destination wedding in the mountains, consider some of the vendors that participated in the memorable event:
Venue: Silverthorne Pavilion \\ Catering: Footers \\ Cake: Monika's Cookies \\ Floral Design: Fleur de Liz \\ Music & DJ: DJ Drake \\ Hair & MUA: Stephanie Ogden (Paper Rock Shears) \\ Bridal Gown & Bridesmaid Dresses: The Bridal Collection \\ Groomsmen Attire: Men's Wearhouse \\ Photography & Video: Carrie Johnson Photography
Congratulations Seth and Kelsey!
xo
Carrie
David + Michelle | Redstone Colorado Wedding Photographer
David and Michelle tied the knot on Valentine's Day in beautiful Redstone Colorado! It was a beautiful winter wedding held at the historic Redstone Inn. We enjoyed photographing such a fun group and learning so much history about Redstone while we were there. Michelle planned the entire day all on her own wight the help of local vendors familiar to the mountain area.
Vendors for the day included:
Venue and catering: Redstone Inn
Flower arrangements and table centerpieces: Susans Flowers & Gifts
Cake: City Market (El Jebel)
Cake Topper: Mudcards
Bridal Gown & Bridesmaid Dresses: David's Bridal
Groomsmen Attire: Men's Warehouse
Flowergirl Dresses: ekidsbridalusa
Hair & Makeup: Dania LaGiglia (Glaze Studio, Glenwood Springs)
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Congratulations David & Michelle!
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Carrie
Inspiration Winter Wedding Shoot | Colorado Wedding Photographer
Why plan a winter wedding?
As a wedding vendor I know that the busiest months for marriage are May through September and you can be sure that couples book the vendors they want up to a year in advance. Couples often miss out on the perfect venue or wedding photographer or even the most popular DJ because the summer months fill up so quickly. So, why not plan a winter wedding?
Here are a few reasons you might want to consider holding off until the snow flies!
~ A winter wedding provides a magical feel of "winter wonderland"!
~ Guests schedules are less busy during the winter months because most people plan family vacations throughout the warmer season. You are sure to see a lot more RSVP's from your guest list!
~ The snow and dreary backdrops are surprisingly beneficial when planning out your color scheme as they pretty much go with anything. You can add as much contrast as you like without worrying about whether or not your wedding colors will clash with the freshly mowed green grass.
~ If you are a holiday fanatic then you have the option of planning for a Christmas or New Year's themed wedding
~ Most of all: Winter weddings can be much lighter on the pocket book and your budget as most vendors offer discounts during the slower seasons! (That's reason enough right there!)
Check out the video below to see what myself and the pros at I Do and Parties Too and The Bride and Bloom Design Company can do to help you plan the perfect winter wedding!
Special thanks to all of the vendors that helped coordinate this beautiful inspiration shoot held in the mountains of gorgeous Colorado!
Wedding Planning and Design: I Do and Parties Too
Floral Design: Bride and Bloom Design Company
Wedding Gown: Victoria Rose Bridal
Hair Design: Blush Salon and Spa (Keeli Vanlandingham)
Makeup Design: Kiss & Makeup by Marielle Michelle Fazzi
Cake: Hello Sugar Cakery LLC
Venue: Five Winds Ranch Weddings
And of course we couldn't forget our talented models - Marlin & Kuersten and Gipp!
Thank you all so much!
Go ahead, plan your winter wedding!
Andrew + Jordann | Maison la Belle Vie Winery | Palisade Colorado Wedding Photographer
Andrew and Jordann were married recently on October 4th at Maison la Belle Vie Winery (Amy's Courtyard) in beautiful Palisade Colorado. It was a stunning wedding and oh so much fun! The lovely couple was surrounded by all of their closest friends and family as they vowed their love for one another. All of the decorations for the day were prepared by Jordann herself! Hats off to you lady, every detail was perfect!
Vendors for their Palisade Wedding included:
Bridal Gown and Bridesmaid Dresses: David's Bridal // Groomsmen Attire: Men's Warehouse // Venue, Catering & Wine: Amy's Courtyard // Hair and Makeup: A-Team Beauty // Cake: The Cake Cottage // Music & DJ: Bad Boyz DJ // Pastries: Slice of Life, Palisade // Spirits: Fun Junction Liquors // Floral Design: 3 Leaf Floral // Photography: Carrie Johnson Photography, assisted by Katie Landers Photography
Congratulations Andrew & Jordann!
xoxo,
Carrie
Cory + Lakin | Maison la Belle Vie Winery | Palisade Colorado Wedding Photographer
I am so thrilled to finally be able to feature Cory and Lakin's beautiful Palisade wedding! Wedding festivities took place at Maison la Belle Vie Winery (Amy's Courtyard) in Palisade, Colorado. It was a gorgeous September day and the lovely couple celebrated in style with all of their closest family and friends. Lakin is a local wedding coordinator for I Do and Parties Too and there's no doubt that she had a blast planning her own dream wedding! Check out the details for yourself!
Vendors for Cory and Lakin's wedding day included:
Venue: Amy's Courtyard \\ Caterer: Berna B's \\ DJ Service: Bad Boyz DJ \\ Floral Design & Day of Coordinator: Bride and Bloom Design Co \\ Rentals & Decor: Event Productions \\ Cakes: Hello Sugar Cakery LLC \\
Liquor: Fun Junction Liquors \\ Bridesmaid Attire: David's Bridal \\ Groomsmen Attire: Men's Warehouse \\ Photographer: Carrie Johnson Photography Assisted by: Katie Landers
Congratulations Cory and Lakin!
xoxo,
Carrie
Brett + April | Wine Country Inn | Palisade Colorado Wedding Photographer
Brett and April were recently married at Wine Country Inn in Palisade Colorado! It was a beautifully warm and sunny day that was beaming with love! Together, surrounded by all of their closest family and friends, they exchanged vows and expressed their love and commitment for one another.
Vendors for their wedding included - Venue, Catering and Day of Wedding Planning: Wine Country Inn // Cake: The Cake Cottage // Bridal Gown: David's Bridal // Tuxedo's: Men's Warehouse // Flower Design: Flowers By Lorraine // Music: DJ David - Farmington New Mexico // Photography by: Carrie Johnson Photography, Assisted by Jen Swedhin Photography
Congratulations Brett and April!
xoxo,
Carrie