After such an amazing/fun/unique engagement session with Shannon and Jud this past autumn, I knew their Stone Tower Estate wedding in Stevensville Montana would be equally as wonderful. And, no surprise, they didn’t disappoint in the least.

Shannon and Jud started off their day with a really fun first look (Jud’s expression is just SO great!), and then we had fun making portraits with the two of them and their bridal party. And by fun, I mean LOTS of fun. Shannon, Jud and their friends and family are a great group and they definitely had themselves a good time as we made images together. (I’d also like to “shout out” the old chairs from the Wilma theater that Shannon and Jud brought along – such a cool, essentially-Missoula idea!)

As Shannon and Jud hid away for a bit before their wedding ceremony start, friends and family had a great time catching up and enjoying appetizers and drinks in the garden area of the estate. Kids ran and played (and munched on tasty garden treats they came across), bluebirds flitted, and everyone was full of smiles as they waited eagerly for the ceremony to start.

Soon it was time to go, and the wedding party made their way down a lushly green aisle with misty mountains as a backdrop. Shannon and Jud grinned at each other throughout their ceremony, and when it came time to seal it all with a kiss, they high-fived first, much to the enjoyment of everyone gathered to witness their nuptials.

Guests were soon treated to a tasty dinner, scrumptious desserts and some truly fantastic toasts. Before long, it was time to make some room in the barn to dance and folks began to cut a rug and groove to the music while a beautiful sunset made way for a (nearly) strawberry moon.

Shannon and Jud – oh my. It is an understatement to say just how much of a pleasure it’s been getting to photograph such happy and exciting milestones in your lives. I am so thrilled for you two, and I know that you’re going to have a life full of adventure and laughter together. Congrats, congrats, congrats again to you both!

Vendors for Shannon and Jud’s Stone Tower Estate wedding in Stevensville Montana:

Venue: Stone Tower Estate, Stevensville, Montana
Florist: Bitterroot Flower Shop, Missoula, Montana
Cake: Crave Catering and Cakes, Missoula, Montana
DJ: Zootown DJ, Missoula, Montana
Hair and Makeup: Boom Swagger Salon, Missoula, Montana
Officiant: Robert Stubblefield, Missoula, Montana
Catering: Caffe Firenze, Florence, Montana
Transportation: Tucker Transportation, Lolo, Montana
Bar and Spirits: The Rhino, Missoula, Montana
Wedding Dress: An Eddky K design from Raffine Bridal
Bridesmaid Attire: from Raffine Bridal
Menswear: from Dillards

On the docket: weddings and portraits galore! Stay tuned!

Cheers,

-Kristine

We all had our eyes on the sky as Michelle and Dave’s Stevensville, Montana wedding at the Stone Tower Estates got underway. Rain clouds zipped through, but then skirted around us as clouds gave way to brilliant sunshine highlighting the beauty of the Bitteroot Mountains, and the loveliness of Michelle and Dave’s day.

Everyone was in high spirits as they readied themselves to walk down the aisle, and smiles were abundant as the wedding party made their way down the aisle strewn with rose petals. Michelle was radiant in her dress as well as her mother’s veil, causing Dave to wipe away a tear or two as he looked at his beautiful bride.

Their friends and family cheered as they kissed for the first time as husband and wife, and as Michelle and Dave walked down the aisle again together, they beamed and continued out into a field beyond the ceremony site to read personal, private vows to one another.

Soon they rejoined their friends and family, and had a great time mingling, munching on a tasty dinner, enjoying their cake, and kicking up their heels as the sun sank behind the mountaintops.

Michelle and Dave – thank you again for inviting me to capture such a special time in your lives! It was such a delight to work with you and all your family and friends, and even more fun to see just how much you two are in love with one another. Here’s to a long, happy life together, filled with joy and laughter!

Vendors:

Venue: Stone Tower Estates, Stevensville, Montana
Florist: Bitterroot Floral, Missoula, Montana
Cake: Black Cat Bake Shop, Missoula, Montana
DJ: RMF Entertainment, Missoula, Montana
Makeup: Candace Weeks with Skin Chic, Missoula, Montana
Hair: Mario with Boom Swagger Salon, Missoula, Montana
Dress: A Mori lee design from Bridal Traditions, Omaha, Nebraska
Menswear: Men’s Wearhouse
Rentals: Eastgate Rental, Missoula, Montana

On the docket: weddings and portraits! Stay tuned!

Cheers,

-Kristine

Talk about a perfect Montana day for Megin and Seth’s wedding! Everyone was treated to a bluebird day, the sun shined brilliantly over the mountaintops in the Bitterroot, and didn’t sink behind them again until late in the long June evening.

Megin readied herself in the upstairs of the main house, taking deep breaths to calm her nerves, and pausing here and there to peek out the window as guests arrived.

Family and friends rested on hay bales as they waited for the grand entrance of the bridal party, and were treated to an adorable petal-scattering by the two flower girls. Megin made the long walk to the aisle on the arm of her father, beaming the entire way. The ceremony was short and sweet as the two spoke their vows beneath an arch fashioned by Megin’s grandfather, and guests cheered for the new couple as they walked down the aisle together as husband and wife.

Decorative mason jars served as vessels for cool lemonade, iced tea, beer and wine, and guests mingled over a tasty dinner as the sun crept across the sky. Personal touches punctuated the entire decor – from fun pictures of Seth and Megin to a vintage trunk for gifts.

A lively cake cutting soon followed, as did dancing among twinkle lights as the sun dipped behind the mountain tops.

Megin and Seth – thank you again for inviting me into your day! What a great time being able to document your wedding for you. Here’s to many, many happy years together celebrating sun, fun and lots of love!

Vendors:
Venue: Private residence, Stevensville, Montana
Florist: Pam from Flower Happy, Hamilton, Montana
Makeup Artist: Brittany Brennan from BoHo Boutique, Hamilton, Montana
Hair Artist: Val Wood from Jan’s Salon, Hamilton, Montana
Wedding Dress: A Maggie Sottero design from Beautiful Weddings, Missoula, Montana
Cake: made by the bride’s aunt
DJ: ?
Men’s Suits: Serendipity Lane, Hamilton, Montana

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

P.S. I’m currently booking 2014 weddings, and I still have even a few openings for 2013 weddings if you’re still looking for a photographer. :)

Cheers,

-Kristine