Sarah + Keah’s Wedding in Vail, Colorado
Sarah and Keah’s romantic wedding in Vail, Colorado, was a stunning celebration of love and commitment. Against the backdrop of the breathtaking and snow-covered Rocky Mountains was a wedding that reflected their timeless style and deep connection. Surrounded by their closest friends, we captured their jaw-dropping bride and groom portraits in what felt like a winter wonderland. Read more to hear the entire backstory of Sarah and Keah’s wedding day!
A DREAMY SPRING WEDDING IN VAIL, COLORADO
Sarah and Keah, both Denver locals, chose the Sonnenalp Hotel in Vail for their intimate spring 2020 wedding. That’s right, amid Covid-19. While the guest list was smaller, the couple was thrilled with the cozy atmosphere. However, Sarah couldn’t wear a ‘real’ wedding dress like she had wanted.
Fast forward to their second anniversary in the spring of 2023, Sarah’s dreams of wearing a traditional wedding dress were coming true. They reached out to me, and we had a blast with a small group of their closest friends, getting ready for their special day. Later, we all headed to the East Vail parking lot. We embarked on an adventure to a winter wonderland at the end of a local golf course. Then, with the help of their favorite hype people behind me, we spent two hours taking stunning wedding photos on that sunny spring day. We captured the couple’s vision and created the wedding images of their dreams.
I am grateful that Sarah and Keah trusted me to capture their love story. Furthermore, this is a wonderful example of how you can have the wedding portraits of your dreams anytime
COLORADO ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER | WHITNEY RAE PHOTOGRAPHY
“Whitney, Keah and I just wanted to stop by again to say thank you for the absolutely beautiful photos. We are so happy with the final results, and we loved working with you! Thank you for making us so comfortable through the whole process and capturing our personalities so well in the photos. These will bring us so many good memories for years to come!”
READY TO CAPTURE THE ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT OR WEDDING OF YOUR DREAMS?
Say less! I’m a Colorado-based elopement photographer, but I’m ready to catch a flight or jump in my van to travel wherever you want. Learn more about me here, and if you feel we would be a good fit, get in touch!
VENDORS
Dress: The Bridal Collection
Florals: L Weddel Design
Every wedding is unique and deserves more than a cookie-cutter approach. By stepping back to let intimate moments unfold naturally while offering support and guidance to ensure no important memory is missed, I strive to create timeless images that blend an editorial style with a documentary approach. From the distinctive details of your celebration to the cherished traditions, I'll deliver a collection of photographs that allow you to relive these memories for years to come. After all, the moments that matter most aren’t always staged or polished—they’re raw, authentic, and uniquely you.
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MY PHILOSOPHY
An Honest Wedding Experience
“Photography takes an instant out of time, altering life by holding it still”
Words I Live by
I'm WHITNEY.
Your wedding day is a story—one filled with fleeting moments of beauty, deep emotion, and once-in-a-lifetime memories. As an artist, I am here to preserve those moments with intention, artistry, and care. I don’t just capture what your wedding looked like—I document how it felt.
Born and raised in the breathtaking landscapes of Vail, Colorado, I am deeply inspired by the way love and nature intertwine. There’s something poetic about the way light moves across mountain peaks, the way wind dances through a bride’s veil, and how the beauty of the outdoors mirrors the intimacy of a wedding day. My work is shaped by this connection—an effortless blend of refined editorial imagery and documentary storytelling, allowing each wedding to unfold naturally while being captured with timeless elegance.
Beyond photography, I am an adventurer at heart. Whether I’m exploring new landscapes, hiking through the Rockies, or traveling to breathtaking destinations, my love for movement and exploration brings an effortless, natural feel to my imagery. Every love story is unique, and I am deeply invested in capturing the emotions, scenery, and in-between moments that make your wedding day truly unforgettable. From the moment we connect, my goal is to provide an effortless, elevated experience that allows you to be fully present while I handle the art of storytelling. With a calm, intuitive approach, I blend artistic direction with documentary storytelling—guiding you when needed while allowing your most authentic moments to unfold naturally. My couples value timeless, emotive imagery, a refined yet relaxed presence, and the confidence of knowing their memories are being preserved with intention. When I’m not behind the camera, you can find me skiing down the slopes, hiking with my husband and our two border collies, or enjoying a slow morning with a perfectly crafted latte. I live for meaningful conversations, spontaneous adventures, and capturing beauty in the quiet, in-between moments of life—just as I do with my couples. I take on a limited number of weddings each year to provide an intimate, high-touch experience, ensuring each love story is captured with the highest level of artistry and care. If you feel drawn to timeless, emotional, and editorial-inspired imagery, I would love to hear your vision and create something extraordinary together.
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