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A Kiss on Top of the World

Bride and groom cheer while they ride a ski lift down from their mountaintop wedding ceremony with a cute mr. and mrs. sign tied to the back

Sunflowers and Summertime Romance

Groom carries bride at sunset while they Bothe smile and laugh

Quiet Snow Falls at The Pinery

Brides veil flies while she is embracing her husband on their wedding day in the snowy colorado weather

Wedding Venue Highlight: Spruce Mountain Ranch cont.

Colorado wedding photographer catches the best wedding moments

Wedding Venue Highlight: Spruce Mountain Ranch

Bride and groom embrace in front of Alberts lodge at dusk at their December wedding.

Romance in the Autumn Rain

Spruce Mountain Ranch wedding

Romantic Outdoor Wedding

Bride looks back as her long veil sweeps fancifully over her shoulder her groom in his black bow tie smiles on

Summer Colorado Wedding was photographed by Tina Joiner of Tina Joiner Photography.

VENDORS

Venue: Colorado Springs Wedding Venues (creeksideevents.co)

Wedding Planner: Katie Waite

Photographer: Tina Joiner and Carmen of Tina Joiner Photography.

Florist: Cusick Creative | Colorado Springs Florist

Videographer: Colorado Springs Wedding Videography | Priya Maya Films

Makeup Artist: KIM CLAY – COLORADO SPRINGS MAKEUP ARTIST

Artistry Hair Stylist: Sherri Lewis – CO – Hair, Skincare – Studio 27 – Sola Salon Studios

DJ: Colorado Springs Wedding DJ | All Star DJs | Photo Booth (allstardjsco.com)

Catering: Catering Services | Colorado Springs, CO – You & I Caterers (youandicaterers.com)

Beverage Service: Wedding | First Class Libations Inc | United States

Groom stands with his back to his bride that is approaching for their first look bride walks across a bridge to her waiting groom they read a prepared message to one another which brings the bride to tears tall grasses add to the lush greenery of the space

How the Couple Met

Makenna: We met in the sixth grade and were friends for a long time. We finally started dating Junior year of high school and the rest has been history. The saying, “Marry your best friend” couldn’t be any more relevant to us!

Wedding band and engagement ring up close and perfect

The Proposal

Makenna: Ben proposed on our favorite hike with my DREAM ring. I thought we were going to go ring shopping later that day, but then Ben surprised me with a super-intimate and special proposal and I sobbed my eyes out.

Watercolor of aspen trees and columbines serves as a creative guest book rounded floral arrangement in blush, orange and white sits on the table in a white vase the Creekside Event Center and Zeal Church sign with mountain shaped rock greets guests and adds to the outdoor ambiance
Dreamy summer Colorado wedding at the Creekside Event Center in Palmer Park with outdoor patio, hanging lights, fireplace, and lush green space.
Outdoor ceremony surrounded by trees and greenery aisle leads to outdoor gazebo with simple floral arrangement black folding chairs complete the simple outdoor ceremony

Venue Selection

Makenna: We picked our venue based on guest count, outdoor availability and ambiance. We loved the outdoor reception area Creekside Event Center provided and the “back-up” plans in place for weather complications. We also loved the modern, clean and new feel Creekside offered.

Reception is held on an outdoor patio with sheer white fabric draped over the space florist Cusick Creative created a low floral arrangement that spans the length of the table simple flowers are in clear vases on some tables eucalyptus is interwoven the white outdoor fireplace with floral on top of mantle create a warm space

Advise From the Bride

Makenna: Ben and I are extremely fortunate to have a wedding planner guide us along our wedding planning journey. I would highly recommend finding someone who knows wedding-specific tips and tricks, etiquette and timelines. I would also tell any newly-engaged person to SAVE; it feels like the expenses will never end! It is definitely worth it, but make room for unexpected costs. I would also say you only get one wedding so do it the way you want and splurge on a photographer or videographer. These professionals will be able to capture this expensive and special day in ways you won’t have time to do! At the end of the day, HAVE FUN and let things go! Genuine emotions are best on camera!

Artistry Hair Stylist Sherri Lewis creates a stunning low updo with soft curls bride beams in bridal suite as makeup artist Kim Clay completes her look
Bride poses in silk robe with her bridesmaids in front of her lace ballroom gown blush bridesmaids dresses are hung next to the bride's in front of a large mirror the bride gushes in bridal suite as she holds her wedding dress four bridesmaids are dancing with the bride
Groom's man cave has an industrial farmhouse look groom hands out groomsmen gifts all men are in tuxedos candid natural pose captures the fun the groom and his groomsmen had
Easel displays the wedding details with ceremony programs neatly awaiting guests with orange and yellow floral arrangement on small table bride's bouquet is captured in a magical photo by Tina Joiner in front of farmhouse style fireplace
Groom grins as he sees his bride for the first time as she comes down the aisle escorted by her father their first kiss is magical as guests look on
Bride and groom celebrate as they are announced at their reception for the first time as husband and wife their arms are in the air as the bride holds up her beautiful bouquet made by florist Cusick Creative
Bride and groom and their bridal party hold up clear umbrellas ring bearer smiles in his tuxedo the bridal party surrounds the happy couple the bridesmaids surround the bride in pink floor length summer dresses
Bride and groom are in fun unique poses following their ceremony their outdoor photos capture the love they have for one another the tall grass and forest create a stunning backdrop bride's veil sweeps around the couple as they press their foreheads against one another the bride's dress is swept to the side as she is twirled by her groom

Summer Colorado Wedding was photographed by Tina Joiner of Tina Joiner Photography.

VENDORS

Venue: Colorado Springs Wedding Venues (creeksideevents.co)

Wedding Planner: Katie Waite

Photographer: Tina Joiner and Carmen of Tina Joiner Photography.

Florist: Cusick Creative | Colorado Springs Florist

Videographer: Colorado Springs Wedding Videography | Priya Maya Films

Makeup Artist: KIM CLAY – COLORADO SPRINGS MAKEUP ARTIST

Artistry Hair Stylist: Sherri Lewis – CO – Hair, Skincare – Studio 27 – Sola Salon Studios

DJ: Colorado Springs Wedding DJ | All Star DJs | Photo Booth (allstardjsco.com)

Catering: Catering Services | Colorado Springs, CO – You & I Caterers (youandicaterers.com)

Beverage Service: Wedding | First Class Libations Inc | United States

Groom stands with his back to his bride that is approaching for their first look bride walks across a bridge to her waiting groom they read a prepared message to one another which brings the bride to tears tall grasses add to the lush greenery of the space

How the Couple Met

Makenna: We met in the sixth grade and were friends for a long time. We finally started dating Junior year of high school and the rest has been history. The saying, “Marry your best friend” couldn’t be any more relevant to us!

Wedding band and engagement ring up close and perfect

The Proposal

Makenna: Ben proposed on our favorite hike with my DREAM ring. I thought we were going to go ring shopping later that day, but then Ben surprised me with a super-intimate and special proposal and I sobbed my eyes out.

Watercolor of aspen trees and columbines serves as a creative guest book rounded floral arrangement in blush, orange and white sits on the table in a white vase the Creekside Event Center and Zeal Church sign with mountain shaped rock greets guests and adds to the outdoor ambiance
Dreamy summer Colorado wedding at the Creekside Event Center in Palmer Park with outdoor patio, hanging lights, fireplace, and lush green space.
Outdoor ceremony surrounded by trees and greenery aisle leads to outdoor gazebo with simple floral arrangement black folding chairs complete the simple outdoor ceremony

Venue Selection

Makenna: We picked our venue based on guest count, outdoor availability and ambiance. We loved the outdoor reception area Creekside Event Center provided and the “back-up” plans in place for weather complications. We also loved the modern, clean and new feel Creekside offered.

Reception is held on an outdoor patio with sheer white fabric draped over the space florist Cusick Creative created a low floral arrangement that spans the length of the table simple flowers are in clear vases on some tables eucalyptus is interwoven the white outdoor fireplace with floral on top of mantle create a warm space

Advise From the Bride

Makenna: Ben and I are extremely fortunate to have a wedding planner guide us along our wedding planning journey. I would highly recommend finding someone who knows wedding-specific tips and tricks, etiquette and timelines. I would also tell any newly-engaged person to SAVE; it feels like the expenses will never end! It is definitely worth it, but make room for unexpected costs. I would also say you only get one wedding so do it the way you want and splurge on a photographer or videographer. These professionals will be able to capture this expensive and special day in ways you won’t have time to do! At the end of the day, HAVE FUN and let things go! Genuine emotions are best on camera!

Artistry Hair Stylist Sherri Lewis creates a stunning low updo with soft curls bride beams in bridal suite as makeup artist Kim Clay completes her look
Bride poses in silk robe with her bridesmaids in front of her lace ballroom gown blush bridesmaids dresses are hung next to the bride's in front of a large mirror the bride gushes in bridal suite as she holds her wedding dress four bridesmaids are dancing with the bride
Groom's man cave has an industrial farmhouse look groom hands out groomsmen gifts all men are in tuxedos candid natural pose captures the fun the groom and his groomsmen had
Easel displays the wedding details with ceremony programs neatly awaiting guests with orange and yellow floral arrangement on small table bride's bouquet is captured in a magical photo by Tina Joiner in front of farmhouse style fireplace
Groom grins as he sees his bride for the first time as she comes down the aisle escorted by her father their first kiss is magical as guests look on
Bride and groom celebrate as they are announced at their reception for the first time as husband and wife their arms are in the air as the bride holds up her beautiful bouquet made by florist Cusick Creative
Bride and groom and their bridal party hold up clear umbrellas ring bearer smiles in his tuxedo the bridal party surrounds the happy couple the bridesmaids surround the bride in pink floor length summer dresses
Bride and groom are in fun unique poses following their ceremony their outdoor photos capture the love they have for one another the tall grass and forest create a stunning backdrop bride's veil sweeps around the couple as they press their foreheads against one another the bride's dress is swept to the side as she is twirled by her groom

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