I think we all were a little nervous in the days leading up to Margaret and Grant's Rich Ranch Wedding in Seeley Lake Montana because we weren't sure if their wedding day would be smoke-filled or not. (Notice a theme of this summer's weddings? Suffice it to say, Montana's experienced an especially bad fire season this year, and Seeley Lake has been hit particularly hard!) But somehow we completely lucked out, the smoke thinned and Margaret and Grant were treated to a wedding day where really the only reminder of the fires was a little haze, and the helicopters that would fly by every few minutes or so to pick up more retardant down the road. ...
Kinsey + Lars :: Seeley Lake Wedding at Grey Wolf Ranch
There's nothing quite like a beautiful Montana summer day to inspire love and happiness, and Kinsey and Lars' Seeley Lake Wedding at Grey Wolf Ranch certainly embodied both of these things perfectly. Not only that, but the moment they first saw one another was sweet, emotional and full of joy. A great way to start their day. They continued this warmth and loving by having a small family gathering where they spent time with loved ones and received advice and well-wishes from them, something I found to be incredibly special - what a gift! Soon, it was time to begin their wedding ceremony. Both Lars and Kinsey walked down an aisle lined ...
Sweetness and Sunsets :: {Sarah and Matt’s Double Arrow Resort Wedding}
If there's one word to describe Sarah and Matt's wedding it is, without a doubt, the word happy. There was just so much joy, happiness, and love during their wedding that it nearly radiated! And even though we all had to duck in and out of bouts of rain, it didn't faze anyone. Also, I swear, it resulted in one of the most incredible sunsets I've seen at the resort. Just stunning. Mother Nature must've been paying attention to the wedding day timeline, because the rain dissipated in time for Sarah to walk down the aisle to her smiling groom. There was laughter, there were happy tears, and there was oh-so-much jubilant celebration as ...
The Mountains are Calling :: Megan and Zach’s Montana Waterfall Wedding
It's not every day that I get asked if I'll photograph a Montana waterfall wedding. But holy moly, I wish it were! When Megan contacted me a while back and asked me if I'd be willing to hike up to the falls for an intimate wedding with just her, her fiancé Zach, and their families, I was absolutely stoked. I truly love this type of creativity, adventure, and pure Montana awesomeness, and I knew we'd all have so much fun together. Megan told me that she and Zach had been road tripping in Montana a few years ago (they are both from Ohio) and had stumbled across this hike to the waterfall. When it came time to get married, they both knew they ...
An Autumn Love in Majestic Montana – {Lindsay and Paul’s Double Arrow Lodge Wedding}
What is it about autumn that is just so magical? The beautiful colors? The exceptionally golden light as the day winds down? The crisp, cool air? I'm not exactly sure what the answer may be, but I can tell you that Lindsay and Paul's wedding day was magical, too. (Remember their beautiful autumn engagement session?) Laughter and jokes bounced around as Lindsay and Paul got ready with their friends. Soon, it was time to walk down the aisle, and the setting couldn't have been more brilliant. The sun was shining, the mountains were dusted with a fresh layer of snow, and everyone looked amazing in their wedding finery. Lindsay and Paul's two ...
Breezy and Beautiful – {Sara and Ryan’s Seeley Lake Wedding}
It was a bit of a blustery day for Sara and Ryan's wedding, but the sun was still shining and it was gorgeous despite the gusty breezes. Sara and Ryan were picture perfect standing at the altar as they pledged their love to one another and as friends and family looked on. Guests were treated to a delicious dinner, great toasts from family, and tasty cake. (Several young men decided frosting might make a nice beard, too!) Dancing wasn't far behind, and everyone had a blast cutting a rug and laughing up a storm. Sara and Ryan - thank you again for inviting me to document your day! You two were absolutely radiant and I wish you many happy ...
Love on the Lake – {Sarah and Jeff’s Placid Lake “Rock the Dress” Session}
Rock the dress sessions - I seriously can't get enough of them, especially when they're as fun as Sarah and Jeff's! I met up with them at Sarah's family's cabin on Placid Lake in Seeley Lake, and we had a blast traipsing about the area making some gorgeous day-after images of these two newlyweds. Placid Lake is especially important to both Sarah and Jeff because Jeff actually proposed in a kayak not too far from the family cabin. We even got a photo of them with the kayak! Sarah and Jeff - thanks again for having me do this! Oh my gosh - so much fun, and so beautiful! And now, to the photos! On the docket: weddings, portraits, and more ...
A Bright, Sunshiny Love – {Sarah and Jeff’s Double Arrow Resort Wedding}
Montana brought out all its loveliness for Sarah and Jeff's wedding at the Double Arrow Resort - blue skies, brilliant sun, and even a nice little breeze made the day just perfect for these two. Sarah and Jeff very sweetly gave each other beautiful and thoughtful gifts before their ceremony, each delivered to one another by their respective maid of honor and best man. Guests signed a paddle for Sarah and Jeff and the rings were carried on a mini wooden canoe - both of great significance to Sarah and Jeff, because Jeff actually proposed to Sarah while kayaking together on Placid Lake. These two couldn't stop smiling at each other at ...
Love Under the Big Sky – {Molly and Andy’s Grey Wolf Ranch Wedding}
The Big Sky state was in full-on awesome mode for Molly and Andy's gorgeous Montana wedding near Placid Lake. Fluffy clouds rolled on through the blue sky, the sun shined down brilliantly and Montana seemed to be celebrating Molly and Andy's wedding day just as much as they and their friends and family were. Guests sipped on drinks from their very own personalized mason jars as they witnessed Molly and Andy vowing their love to one another, tears pricked people's eyes as beautiful emotions sprang forth, and laughter was always quick to surface. Little kiddos had a blast using the grounds as a giant playfield, hugs were given freely and ...
Kisses in the Country – {Sarah and Neil’s Seeley Lake Wedding}
Sarah and Neil traveled all the way from Alaska to get married at Montana Pines Hideaway, a picturesque spot on Seeley Lake that Sarah's family owns. Sarah walked down the aisle naturally created by historic buildings on the property as friends and family watched, many with a tear or two in their eye, especially after the two read their handwritten vows to one another, voices quavering with emotion. Afterwards, guests enjoyed a scrumptious dinner put together by friends and family, and enjoyed a pretty great cake smash followed by lively music. Sarah, and Neil - thank you so much for choosing me to be your photographer - it was an ...