posted June 12, 2011 in Weddings 7 Comments

Kirsten & Brandon Wedding at Willow Ridge Manor

Flying the friendly skies at 34,000 feet at the moment en route to Alaska for the next 8 days and wanted to share some images from the wedding at the Willow Ridge Manor in Morrison, CO. You mind remember them from their colorful, fun engagement session in Denver. This spectacular wedding with great clients reminded me yet again why I love shooting weddings. Awesome second-shooting by Scott Stebner. Together, we had a chance to challenge typical wedding convention when it comes to photography. I had a chance to bust out my Nikon 500 f/4 lens during the ceremony which yield some one-of-a-kind intimate portraits full of emotion.

Here is a link to Kirsten and Brandon’s wedding slideshow and be sure to sign the gallery to see the rest of the images! Gosh, you both have been PERFECT clients and I wish all my clients were as cool as you both! Big hugs inspired by Willow Creek!

Here are of some of my favorite images, kicked off right with my favorite photojournalistic moment, thanks to a windstorm blowing in great emotion. I love this image!
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Posted by R. J. on June 12, 2011

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