Alyssa + Dustin | Boulder Wedding Photography | Wedgewood Wedding & Banquet Center

January 25, 2016

Alyssa & Dustin are one of the sweetest couples I have had the pleasure of photographing 🙂  Alyssa was the maid-of-honor at Carlos & Alli’s 2014 wedding, and I was so honored when she wanted me as her wedding photographer, as well!  Alyssa & Dustin’s Boulder wedding photography took place at one of Boulder’s newest venues, Wedgewood Wedding & Banquet Center.  Wedgewood is right along the Boulder Creek, in the beautiful Boulder Canyon.  I had been to this location many years ago, when it was the Red Lion Inn, but this was my first time shooting a wedding there.  Wow, did they luck out with an amazingly warm day!  March in Colorado can be very unpredictable…they could have had a foot of snow!  Instead, it was a sunny, spring day in the Colorado mountains, and the ceremony was held outdoors, right above the creek 🙂

Alyssa & Dustin laughed the entire day (except for a few tears during their emotional ceremony)!  Dustin had some of the most amazing vows I have ever heard from a groom.  He treasures Alyssa, and I look forward to watching their love grow for many years to come.  We are already planning a shoot in 2016 (eeeeek!!), and I cannot wait to work with them again!  They are complete naturals in front of the camera.  Then add in how much fun they have together, and it always equals a successful couple’s photo session 🙂

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Alyssa had a stunning dress, and it fit her like a glove!  Thanks to my 2nd shooter, Sharee for getting the dress up there!
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Then, Alyssa did a first look with her dad…it was very sweet! picture of bride and father's first lookpicture of a bride and her dad's first look
Sorry Alyssa, I just had to share this one…you are so cute 🙂
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Ahhh…the selfie stick!  It definitely played a big role in many 2015 weddings 🙂
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There were few dry eyes during the ceremony!
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Even though there were a lot of tears during their Boulder wedding ceremony, there were even more laughs!!
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Well, since I posted a silly expression from Alyssa already…it’s only fair to post one of Dustin too LOL!!  They have the best facial expressions 😉
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This is one of my favorite candid walking shots…they are just so genuinely happy!!
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I love this dramatic shot that Sharee captured!!
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Thanks Alyssa & Dustin for allowing me to capture your special day!  I had an amazing time, and look forward to documenting your love for many years to come!

xoxo,
Melissa

Alyssa & Dustin’s Dream Team:
Primary Photographer: Plum Pretty Photography
Assistant Photographer: Sharee Davenport
Venue & Caterer: Wedgewood Wedding & Banquet Center
Florist: Painted Primrose
DJ: A Music Plus
Bride’s Hair: Amanda Mower at Phenix Salon Suites
Bakery: Shamane’s Bake Shoppe
Officiant: Erich Hardy

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  1. Alli says:

    This day was so beautiful and Melissa did an amazing job capturing that!

  2. Ashley says:

    Absolutely gorgeous!!! You did such a great job, Melissa!

  3. Kim says:

    So beautiful

  4. Tara Jones says:

    Melissa you did an incredible job with Alyssa and Dustin’s wedding, it was such a beautiful day and you really captured it!

  5. Leslie Berger says:

    I absolutely adore these two! It was such a great day! They now have amazing photos to cherish thanks to you.

  6. April says:

    Gorgeous!

  7. Peggy says:

    Gorgeous couple and gorgeous wedding! So happy for both of you!

  8. Sandra says:

    Beautiful couple, beautiful wedding & beautifully captured moments.

  9. Kelly says:

    Love to see pictures of this beautiful couple and their beautiful wedding day!

  10. Will story says:

    What beautiful photos.

  11. Ma says:

    Such a beautiful couple.

  12. Lauren says:

    That is a beautiful wedding!

  13. Katelynn says:

    You guys are the best!!!

  14. Meredith Burns says:

    Absolutely gorgeous shots!!

  15. Bryan says:

    The pictures turned out great!!

  16. Ryan says:

    Absolutely gorgeous!

  17. Kara says:

    So perfect- I love these photos!

  18. Audra says:

    Beyond beautiful!!!

  19. Deede says:

    We were unable to attend the wedding. By going thru this album, I feel almost like I was there. I love her with all my heart & can tell by her beautiful smile that she is indeed blessed & happy. This album is amazing, great photos of a happy couple!