For this outdoor elopement styled shoot, with Julie from Vieira Events, we pulled inspiration from Douro Valley in Portugal. Olive green, burnt sienna and soft browns created the color palette and we pulled pattern inspiration from the Portuguese azulejos tiles. The day included a romantic micro-wedding sized ceremony and intimate outdoor dinner – proof that stunning weddings come in all sizes.

This shoot was day two of our workshop for wedding photographers (see day one here) and the Meridian House perfect host. Julie and I selected the Meridian House for the juxtaposition of such a formal and classic setting with natural elements that we worked in throughout the shoot.

The patterned La Tavola linen on a single dinner table mimicked the azulejos tiles and was layered with natural but modern pieces from White Glove Rentals. A hand painted Buttercream Bakeshop cake and stationery details from Emily Baird Design rounded out the shoot all complete with warm earth tones with stunning textural elements. Overall this Portuguese shoot created the ultimate outdoor wedding and elopement inspiration.

See more of this Portuguese inspired shoot on Style Me Pretty.

Outdoor Elopement Styled Shoot Vendors:

Designer & Planner: Vieira Events
Stylist and Workshop Coordinator: Naomi Pak
Florist: Sophie Felts Floral Design
Paper Goods: Emily Baird Design
Linens: La Tavola Fine Linen Rental
Rentals: White Glove Rentals
Cake and Cookies: Buttercream Bakeshop
Venue: Meridian House
Models: The Artist Agency
Bridal Shop: Lovely Bride
Dress with Sleeves & Cape: Alexandra Grecco
Lace Dress: Kobi by Lovers Society
Hair and Makeup: Makeup by Ana B
Film Lab Sponsor: Goodman Film Lab

Looking to shake things up from the pastel and neutral weddings we see so often in Colorado and beyond, we decided to go big and bold for this styled shoot. This colorful wedding inspired shoot was day one of our first ever workshop for wedding photographers. We love teaching and interacting with other wedding photographers from Colorado and across the country and can’t wait for more workshops soon. Getting to create stunning shoots (like this one) for the workshops is a wonderful added bonus.

We took inspiration from the bold colors of La Tavola‘s new linen lines and created a rehearsal dinner theme for the shoot. We let everyone on the amazing vendor team run wild with their inspiration and interpretation of bold and colorful. The end result worked out and blended together quite well.

Julie of Vieira Events described the overall aesthetic of the shoot best: “For this styled shoot, we sought to create a sophisticated, colorful and playful ambiance that one would want for a rehearsal dinner or engagement party, reflective of two families and potentially cultures coming together to break bread.”

See more of this colorful wedding styled shoot featured on Ruffled.

Colorful Wedding Styled Shoot Vendors:

Designer & Planner: Vieira Events
Stylist and Workshop Coordinator: Naomi Pak
Florist: Sophie Felts Floral Design
Paper Goods: Emily Baird Design
Linens: La Tavola Fine Linen Rental
Rentals: White Glove Rentals
Venue: Fostr Collaborative
Models: The Artist Agency
Hair and Makeup: Makeup by Ana B
Staffing: Precision Event Consulting and Staffing
Film Lab Sponsor: Goodman Film Lab

Did you all know I went to high school in New York? Upstate New York that is, but I’ve been going to New York City for as long as I can remember. On one of those many trips to the city, one of my sister’s mommy friends requested a family photo shoot to document their time in the city, as they were about to move to Europe.

We started the shoot on the rooftop of their Midtown apartment building, which had amazing views of the city skyline. With a rambunctious toddler and amazing spring weather, Central Park was an easy choice for the second location. Although little Ved was skeptical of me and my giant camera, with a few snuggles we were able to catch some smiles and tender moments between these three.

A family photo shoot can be tricky to schedule, but documenting milestones like this are such an investment in future. With family photo shoots I suggest keeping them short and sweet, with few wardrobe and location changes. Keep them fun and low pressure and I can guarantee that we will get some amazing shots.

As a Colorado wedding photographer, I love a good outdoor wedding in the woods and unique, creative details. Sally and John’s ’70s inspired wedding at Woodend Sanctuary took creativity to a whole new level. As the wedding approached, I knew with Sally and John at the helm the day was going to be amazing (who could forget their adorable Christmas tree farm engagement shoot) but the couple far surpassed my expectations. It was a bonus that this wedding was published in Washingtonian Weddings!

The tone for the wedding was set by stunning and oh so groovy invitations, designed by the groom. On the wedding day, good vibes, the ’70s theme and thoughtful details were incorporated throughout. The couple skipped a traditional bridal party and found other ways to involve their loved ones in the celebration. Family members walked the couple down the aisle and performed readings, the groom’s college roommate officiated the ceremony and friends performed a Fleetwood Mac song for Sally’s entrance.

In addition to the personal touches, the decor and handmade elements set this wedding apart. From the ceremony’s floral macramé backdrop, which Sally helped the florist hand-tie, to the tassel escort card display, every detail was spot on. The couple truly wanted the evening to feel like casual and homemade so they served a family-style Italian menu complimented by a Negroni Sbagliato cocktail. Finally, the night ended with red-velvet cake, cider doughnuts, and gelato push pops.

I know, as a Colorado wedding photographer, I have many days of shooting weddings surrounded by nature ahead of me but this retro celebration will always hold a special place in my heart.

See more of Sally and John’s ’70s inspired wedding on Washingtonian Weddings.

’70s Inspired Wedding Vendor Team:

Venue: Woodend Sanctuary & Mansion

Event Coordinator: Kristin Andrews

Florist: Saivita Floral Design with Holley Simmons

Invitations: Designed by the groom

Caterer & Cake: Corcoran Caterers

Hair Stylist: Shannon Sheridan

Bride’s Attire: Amsale

Groom’s Attire: Indochino

Music: DJ Van Petty of MyDeeJay

Transportation: K & V Limousine Service

Videographer: By Marg and Msi

String Lights & Lanterns: Elegance & Simplicity

Oysters: Rappahannock Oyster Co.

Treats: Garden District (doughnuts); Dolcezza (push pops)

Getting-Ready Hotel: Mason & Rook

I’ve realized that I don’t often post my family and newborn photography as much as the other types. Which just isn’t right because I love these types of baby, maternity and family photo sessions! I’m hoping to shoot much more in the near future. Especially since we will have a great little natural light photo studio in the back of our new home – a true dream for a Colorado portrait photographer.

This newborn session is especially dear to me in so many ways. This session is the reason why the beautiful mom, Naomi, and I initially connected, and we have since become good friends. I can’t imagine the last few years without knowing her. Of all the people in DC, she is high on my list of people I am missing since we moved. I hope she reads this and know how much she means to me 🙂

As a film photographer I love natural light and as a Colorado portrait photographer I love shooting outdoors. Charlotte’s newborn photos, however, are proof that those two things are not mutually exclusive. We captured sweet little Charlotte in her parent’s bedroom with the most beautiful natural light steaming in. The family’s neutral outfits perfectly complimented each other and we have to Charlotte’s super sweet bow.