Ellen and Mark’s Camp Hale wedding was the kind of mountain day that keeps you on your toes. They actually found me through Instagram after falling in love with my editing style and how I capture couples looking natural. From our first chat, it was clear these two wanted their wedding photos to feel relaxed, yet full of life, which, lucky for me, is exactly my kind of day.
Camp Hale is surrounded by rugged peaks and wide-open meadows, it’s impossible not to stop and take it all in. The day had that classic Colorado personality, a little sun, a few clouds, and a surprise sprinkle of rain. But, that shifting light made for magic, texture and mood you just can’t plan.
In true Ellen and Mark fashion, they incorporated golf-inspired details everywhere. Think playful nods in the decor and a mini-putt setup. It was a perfect reflection of their easygoing spirit and shared sense of fun.
A Joyful Camp Hale Wedding Ceremony With Stunnning Florals
The ceremony at Camp Hale had rows of wooden benches lining the open field, all facing that unreal mountain backdrop. This venue truly has beauty all around and it’s such a great location.
Now, the florals deserve their own round of applause. The arrangements framed the aisle full of soft pastels mixed with pops of peach and blue, perfectly balanced between wild and refined. They added warmth and whimsy to the entire space, breathing life into the ceremony. Their florist absolutely nailed it.
Coffee, Dancing, and a Classic Colorado Golden Hour
After the ceremony, everyone was ready to celebrate, and Ellen and Mark had the perfect setup to kick things off. Guests grabbed drinks from the cutest little coffee cart, and laughter rolled through the tent as the newlyweds made their entrance. The space glowed under hanging flower chandeliers and strands of twinkle lights.
Once the music started, that was it. The dance floor never emptied. Friends and family let loose. Seriously my favorite kind of dance floor. As the evening settled into golden hour, we slipped away for portraits by the water. The mountains mirrored perfectly in the lake.
Vendors
Photographer | Whitney Rae Photography
Florals | Lady Sunshine
Venue | Camp Hale Weddings
DJ | DJ Jay One
Beauty | Cazmetix
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