Melissa + Steven | Pines at Genesee Wedding | Colorado Wedding Photographer

February 12, 2016

Melissa and Steven had a vibrant Pines at Genesee wedding in 2015.  I had not shot a wedding at this venue before, although I have had a few friends get married here over the years.  The venue gives a nice Colorado forest wedding vibe, as the ceremony spaces are nestled amongst the trees.  Melissa and Steven chose a hot pink and black color scheme.  I just love colorful weddings!  And since fuchsia/hot pink was one of my own wedding colors, as well as one of my main branding colors, I obviously am a big fan 🙂  I especially loved Melissa’s show-stopping hot pink heels!

Melissa and Steven laughed and smiled the entire day, it’s always so great to work with fun, easy-going couples!  We had a blast the entire day, that is until the two were safely in their limo for the night and I was packing up my stuff.  I had let my second shooter go for the night, and all the guests had left.  I go out to my car in the dark (it seemed super dark out too!), my car won’t start!  I am over an hour from home, I call my husband for help, he was at a friend’s house having drinks, wasn’t able to come get me.  I knew all the guests were gone, but I went in to check if any employees were able to jump my car…none of them had jumper cables.  Finally, I asked the DJs…YES, they had jumper cables!  Once they packed up all their stuff we headed outside, I hit my head (hard) on the hood of my car (like I said it was CRAZY dark out there!).  We get it running, phew, and I start my journey home an hour later than planned.  I neglected to mention how bad the mosquitoes had been, so I was scratching my legs raw the entire ride home.  I also hit night construction on I-25 on the way home, and was delayed another 20 minutes or so.  At long last I was home and could soak my feet, take a Benadryl and have a much deserved glass of wine 🙂  It was a very memorable ending to an otherwise extremely smooth and fun day!

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How stinkin’ cute are these two ring bearers in their sunglasses?!
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Melissa’s wedding look was complete with some stunning Swarovski crystal jewelry!  She was full of bling, it looked beautiful 🙂
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See, I told you these ring bearers were adorable!!  I loved the sign Melissa made.
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You know how I love a cathedral veil!!  We had some fun with it, and I love how dramatic the shots are 🙂
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What an adorable cake topper!!
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Snuck out for a few quick sunset photos 🙂
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Have a wonderful weekend friends!  What’s in store for you next week here on the blog?!…a gorgeous styled shoot including an awesome burro named Peckinpaw, and a sweet anniversary shoot in Boulder for an out-of-state couple 🙂  And perhaps a summer wedding at one of my favorite Colorado venues, Lionscrest Manor, depending on how much work I get done this weekend LOL!  Happy Valentine’s Day loves!

xoxo,
Melissa

Melissa & Steven’s Dream Team:
Primary photographer: Plum Pretty Photography
Assistant photographer: Kelly Erin Photography
Ceremony & reception venue: Pines at Genesee
Florist: Front Range Florals
DJ: Total Encore
Bride’s hair & make-up: Traci Mize
Officiant: Bill Strathern

Pines at Genesee Wedding | Estes Park Wedding Photographer

  1. I loooove these Melissa! Your work never ceases to amaze me! That veil is magical, and I adore that pink! Those sunset shots are just glowing and lovely ❤️

  2. Amy w says:

    Stunning pictures! I love the pink shoes!!!

  3. Joanie says:

    Great pictures. We had a great time at the wedding. Love you both, Joanie and Jimmy