September 23, 2014

Maggie + Jaron = Married

Maggie and Jaron tied the knot at the Grant Humphry's Mansion. http://www.historycolorado.org/plan-event/grant-humphreys-mansion-plan-event I was personally very tied to this wedding because I grew up with the bride, Maggie. She is my longest friend, and I am so happy that she found her prince charming! 
Jaron and Maggie had an amazing wedding at the Grant Humpry's. The venue was gorgeous, and it fit them very well. They decided not to see each other before the ceremony so we had some fun on the grand staircase taking photos of them "together" but not able to see each other. They were both adorable during this...telling each other not to cheat and try to sneak a peek! Jaron was so excited to see his beautiful bride; I've never seen him so giddy! 
Their ceremony was out on the front lawn, a beautiful backdrop. They had personal touches like writing letter to each other to be read later on anniversary's, roses given to their mothers, and Maggie's brother & uncle played a song that was played at her parent's wedding. When they were officially announced as bride and groom Jaron couldn't grab hold of Maggie fast enough to give her a kiss! It was a very special moment to be a part of. 
After the ceremony we took some family photos, bridal party photos, and photos of the two love birds! We then headed into the reception that was spread throughout the lower level of the mansion. There were three food stations set up; I thought it was a great balance of foods that people love. They had a taco bar, with ALL the fixings! There was also a pasta bar with 3 kinds of pasta, and two sauces. And finally there was a BBQ bar that had pulled pork and beef sandwiches. They were all delicious and they guests were more than pleased! 
As guests mingled around together the toasts started. Each one was heartfelt, and you could tell how much the bride and groom were loved by all the people in the room. They were surrounded by their family and friends. After toasts we headed downstairs for the cake cutting and dancing! There was a bit of cake smashing, but it was just the right amount of playful! The first dances were very touching, I'm always a sucker for a good Father/Daughter dance and it was even more special since I knew them! Then the party started and let me tell you...this group of people know how to dance! They were such a fun group and I was having a blast photographing them! 
I was lucky enough to end the night by taking the bride and groom out alone for some night shots. They were gorgeous in the columns of the mansion and the romanic, dramatic lighting. I adore this couple and can't wait to see what the future brings them! Congratulations you two!