Rachael & Jeff's Colorado Springs wedding

[ Colorado Springs wedding photographer ]

There’s something about a backyard wedding that I love. Maybe it’s the idea of getting married at home. Rachael and Jeff literally remodeled their house and landscaped their yard in preparation for their sweet backyard nuptials on Memorial Day weekend. It was a truly great day and lots of fun for me to document. Rachael and Jeff, congratulations!

Bride’s gown: Black Label by Cara Helena, at Bridal Elegance
Bride’s shoes: Zora by Caparros, http://www.zappos.com/
Flower girls’ attire: Kiki Kids, http://www.pinkprincess.com/
Tuxedo: Al’s Formal Wear
Hair: Lisi at J. Gregory Salon
Makeup: Pamela Johnson at Face BodyFX
Floral Design: Rhonda Nichols
Cake: Bella Cakes
Catering: Blue Sage Catering
Tent Rental: Bruno’s Party Time
Ceremony music: John Stone

Rhonda Nichols did all the floral design. I love her work!

The little girls were fascinated by the makeup application process. Adorable.

The moment when Jeff caught a glimpse of his bride walking up the aisle. Fantastic capture by my assistant Allison.

Jeff’s sister officiated the ceremony.

Jeff’s daughter Reagan served as the ring bearer.

Things got a little emotional during the vows. There wasn’t a dry eye in the place. This shot of Reagan wiping away tears just kills me. (Another great capture by Allison.)

Rachael and Jeff live in a quiet cul-de-sac near the Broadmoor with very little traffic, so I decided to put the wedding party in the street for some fun portraits.

My good friend Sandra, who lives only a block from the newlyweds, graciously loaned us her yard for a few portraits so we could get away from the crowd. I couldn’t resist a classic “Town and Country” pose in such a beautiful park-like setting.