Betsy, Cameron and I have had so much fun together since the moment we met – their engagement session was a blast and I knew their Missoula wedding at the Ranch Club wouldn’t be any different. They absolutely lived up to their fun-loving, sweet nature, and the moment I saw Betsy and Cameron, they were beaming, excited and ready to get married!

They planned their wedding to take place a little later in the evening, so we definitely took advantage of that yummy late-evening golden hour and traipsed around the Ranch Club’s grounds to soak up the sun. (And Betsy gets kudos for navigating that hillside!) Their wedding party was a great group of folks, too, and we definitely made sure to have our share of laughs together as well.

Soon it was time for their ceremony – the sun cast its golden rays on their smiles as they said their vows to one another. A few tears may have made an appearance, but they were the happiest of tears, and didn’t stick around long as they made way for grins and Betsy and Cameron’s first kiss as newlyweds.

Guests dined on appetizers, enjoyed the cake, and listened to some sweet toasts. The sun was sinking quickly, and Betsy, Cameron and I raced to catch an absolutely brilliant sunset. As the light faded everyone hit the dance floor, and wow – what a great crowd! Friends and family tore up the dance floor, laughed, and enjoyed a bonfire as the sky darkened and the stars appeared.

Betsy and Cameron – you are such an amazing example of why I adore what I do. Your smiles, your happiness, your love, your sweet friends and family – every single thing about your wedding was beautiful and heartfelt. Thank you SO much for inviting me into such a special day in your lives! Here’s to you two!! :)

Vendors:
Venue: The Ranch Club, Missoula, Montana
Florist: Monaco Flowers and Gift Baskets, Missoula, Montana
Cake Artist: Robin Evans (friend of the bride)
DJ: RMF Entertainment, Missoula, Montana
Makeup: bride, with help from Quincy Kosena, bridesmaid
Hair Artist: The Do Crew Salon, Missoula, Montana
Wedding Dress: Storybook Bridal, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
Bridesmaid Dresses: David’s Bridal

On the docket: weddings, portraits, and more weddings! Don’t miss them!

Cheers,

-Kristine

Sometimes Montana weather in June can make us all look up at the sky in bewilderment – it was supposed to be a rainy day for Stephanie and Danny’s wedding, but lo and behold, it was drop-dead gorgeous and Mother Nature even decided to go all out and match their wedding colors with bright blue skies and lush green grass.

As the girls and guys readied themselves for the ceremony, there was a lot of laughter and giggling, which is always a great way to start the day in my book. The ladies laughed as Stephanie steadied herself as her maids laced up her dress, and the guys guffawed at their slick-soled shoes, and may have attempted some Michael Jackson-esque moonwalking.

Stephanie and Danny kept themselves hidden away from each other until the big moment when Stephanie’s parents parted a white curtain to reveal to Danny his beautiful, blushing bride. Danny was overcome with emotion, which touched everyone to their very core. (A quick note to all men out there: embrace your emotions! It’s just so perfectly wonderful in every possible way!) Tears of happiness flowed during the ceremony, laughter punctuated their words and soon everyone was cheering as Stephanie and Danny kissed for the first time as newlyweds.

Dinner and dancing soon followed, and boy could these folks, young and old alike, kick up their heels! Everyone enjoyed cake and cupcakes (especially the little ones) and to top off the evening, we were all treated to a most spectacular sunset to ride off into.

Stephanie and Danny – thank you again for inviting me into such a special, beautiful day in your lives. You truly are wonderfully in love, and I wish you many, many more stunning sunsets to punctuate the rest of your lives together. :)

 Vendors:

Venue: Flying Horse Ranch, Corvallis, Montana
Florist: Blooming Blessings, Harrison, Montana
Cake Artist: Bernice’s Bakery, Missoula, Montana
DJ: Jake McMillan with RMF Entertainment, Missoula, Montana
Makeup Artist: Skin Chic, Missoula, Montana
Hair Artist: The Total Look Salon, Missoula, Montana
Dress: “Giovanna” style by Maggie Sottero from After 5 & Weddings, Bozeman, Montana
Bridesmaid Dresses and Men’s Suits: Beautiful Weddings, Missoula, Montana
Officiant: Pastor Dan Nagel of Missoula Alliance Church, Missoula, Montana

On the docket: lots more weddings and portraits! Stay posted!

Cheers,

-Kristine