ashley+chris

08.07.09

WHOA!!!! No, your eyes aren't playing tricks on you… and nope…. no Photoshopping. It was taken on the bevel of the mirror. Yes, I'm a photo genius.

Ashley gave Chris the sweetest gift in the history of the world. After a few months of dating, Ashley started keeping a diary… a diary that I presume was all about him. So, right before they walked down the aisle… he opened it as a gift. For the rest of the time, he couldn't quit reading it.

This is SO Chris! And quite convincing, too!

Gerbera daisy bllllling!

Proud of this.

OH SO GORGEOUS!

OH SO DEBONAIRE! (how's THAT for a 50 center?! Uhm… did I even spell it right?!)

Their ceremony was SO full of emotion and sweetness. When they would pray and were supposed to have their heads bowed and eyes closed, Chris couldn't keep his eyes off of Ashley… it was awesome.

rings+bible+bride+groom=WIN!

YAYYYYY!!!!!!

CANVAS ALERT!

FAVORITE!!!!!!!!!!

Colorado? Check and mark!

Mikey's favorite

Ashley's parents surprised them with a Rolls Royce. YEAHHHH! Nice headlights, huh?! (that was for you Bob and John…)

My view…

Mikey's view…. RIDIC!

HELLOOOOOOOOO BIG OL' MOUNTAIN!

ESTES PARK, Co. Ashley is an aspiring photographer herself… freshly graduated from Mizzou's photojournalism department. I asked Ashley how she found us all the way in Indiana…. "Darbi introduced me!" You see, she often assists Darbi G., a wedding photographer, in Columbia Missouri. So… thanks for the introduction friendo!

When Ashley and Chris became engaged… next came the task of picking a place to get married… They both live in Missouri, Ashley's family lives in Illinois and Chris' family in Texas. So really… anywhere they went, lots of people would have to travel there. So… what do they do… they plan a destination wedding in Colorado! Why there???!?! It's their favorite place… and where they got engaged. PERFECTION!

What I LOVE about destination weddings is that your ENTIRE family is in the same place at the same time… just one big ol' family vacation! Oh, and let me tell you… they, along with their families were just incredible people. So, when we arrive Friday… and start getting to know everyone… we IMMEDIATELY feel like part of the family (when's the next family reunion?! we're in!). The whole event just has such a comfortable energy. By the way, is that an oxymoron? "comfortable energy" Whatever.. you guys get what I'm trying to say… right???!?

We feel completely honored that you guys chose us as your photographers… we had such an amazing time… and cannot thank you enough for EVERYTHING!

Much love friends!
~bobbi+mike +

Yes, yes you guessed it. Slide show time! Click here! The user name is Ashley's maiden name, and the password is Chris's last name, in all lower case. Also, click here for Ashely's and Chris's full gallery. The event key is again Chris's last name, in all lower case.

I DO NOT MESS AROUND!!!!!!! PHOTOGRAPHY TO THE EXTREEEEEME!!!!! Nice capture Mike.

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Grace B.B.October 18, 2009 - 1:35 pm

The location is AMAZING!

Grace B.B.October 18, 2009 - 1:35 pm

The location is AMAZING!

ChrissieAugust 19, 2009 - 12:01 pm

Hey It’s chrissie of “Poop. Come back.” I still read every entry, but I do it lazy-fied using Bloglines, so commenting is that extra step that elludes me BUT, I still love you guys like chocolate!!!!! Being photographed by you 2 is on my bucket list so you WILL meet me some time. Come to Philly and meet me sooner! LOL

nateAugust 13, 2009 - 8:53 pm

Love the b/w wedding party pic!!!

Maya LaurentAugust 12, 2009 - 1:20 pm

Hello location location location! WOW!!!! Look at you that close to the water! AMAZING!

arielleAugust 12, 2009 - 12:13 pm

I just love you guys! Awesome wedding, the images are amazing as ALWAYS!

MombaAugust 12, 2009 - 8:37 am

Hey Bobbi and Mikey,

I remember Ashley and Chris’s engagement shots. I loved all of them. But the wedding shots are over the top. What a great location wedding. I am with you Bobbi on the favorite selection.

Love you both,

Momba

Kat ForsythAugust 11, 2009 - 12:28 pm

Oh, Bobbi and Mike, how I love you. That groomsman shot is awesome.

Stephanie StewartAugust 10, 2009 - 2:32 pm

Love all of these, OMG!!! Love your faves and the one with the Rolls and sitting in the middle of the road. What a beautiful, romantic wedding! Amazing! Will be looking at these again and again!!!

Amy (Smith)August 10, 2009 - 2:05 pm

These are awesome!! I spent a few days in Estes Park several years ago and fell.in.love. with it … and Bobbi I agree, it does have a sense of “comfortable energy”!! Love the bride & father shot, the couple walking up the steps, all bridal party pics, and the mountain … great job team

Darbi GAugust 10, 2009 - 1:15 am

LOVE THEM, B&M!!! What a beautiful wedding it was for Ashley & Chris….soooo glad she was lucky enough to nail you guys down for her special day.

Fave shot…the one with the hot car AND couple!!!

JenDAugust 9, 2009 - 10:58 pm

So gorgeous! Mike’s favorite is mine as well. Gigantor canvas please!

Kim KalynAugust 7, 2009 - 4:20 pm

AYKM with these photos ?!!!! I am a frequent blog stalker here, but I don’t think I have ever left a comment – sorry ! I just have to tell you what a huge inspiration you both are. Your photos are flippin unbelieveable and your photo style rocks my socks off !!

Just saying

allieAugust 7, 2009 - 4:17 pm

LOVE THEM! ps did you notice that all four of you have very similar eye colors in your b&g photo?!

JaimeAugust 7, 2009 - 3:35 pm

Hi there! Been reading your blog for a while now and am always blown away by your fun personalities and of course, your photographs. Although I’ve thought about commenting so many times, this time I just had to. Wow. This couple, the way that you captured them so perfectly, I feel like I know them! Beautiful, beautiful work, brought tears to my eyes even! I am inspired every time I visit! Thanks and great job. …now if only I had known about you when I got married..sigh.

gailAugust 7, 2009 - 1:28 pm

Bobbi you and Mike blow blow blowwwww me away! This wedding is so gorgeous that I can’t even pick a fave.

And did someone get a little (or a lot) of sun? You know us fair-skinned girls gotta lay that SPF on hehe

AmandaAugust 7, 2009 - 12:32 pm

Estes Park is one of my FAVORITEST places in the world… Brings back memories! Love the pics.

Chizzle My NizzleAugust 7, 2009 - 12:16 pm

fawesome!

AmyAugust 7, 2009 - 11:23 am

Absolutely beautiful shots. Makes me want to get married in Colorado some day. And hire you as my photographers.

cristy crossAugust 7, 2009 - 11:05 am

Bobbi, I just love coming to your blog. It is one of the highlights of my day when you post a new wedding. You and Mike are a fabulous team. Really, I know I say this everytime I post, but I really am so glad we met in Santa Fe @ BLEND. You are a sweet woman.

I love these shots, and ALWAYS love your captions. Can’t get enough of saying that either

Amanda WilcherAugust 7, 2009 - 10:35 am

haha! Photography is extreme!! Sorry, but IDK why, but that made me laugh out loud.

DougAugust 7, 2009 - 9:56 am

Gorgeous, and consistent, I love them all. Great work guys.

scott neumyerAugust 7, 2009 - 9:16 am

This is probably one of my favorite sets of photos you guys have EVER posted. SO best!

April (april foster events)August 7, 2009 - 8:52 am

This wedding needs to be on style me pretty. that is all.

BrendaAugust 7, 2009 - 8:10 am

This has to be my favorite shoot ever!! It’s so beautiful, and it’s amazing to see that your small, intimate nature-wedding shoots are just as breathtaking as your city shoots!! You are amazing!!

AlisonAugust 7, 2009 - 7:33 am

You are making me miss Colorado big time…. Beautifully simple wedding and gorgeous shots! I want to go back!

Jim MeyerAugust 7, 2009 - 7:23 am

Awesome shots you two!!! AWESOME!!!!

Jamie DelaineAugust 7, 2009 - 2:38 am

HAHAHA. Last photo and last caption. LOVE YOU.

Nelspruit Wedding PhotographerAugust 7, 2009 - 2:35 am

Awesome to see a tog that will go the extra mile to get amazing shots. It’s also useful if the bride is willing to go the extra mile to get great memories

Laura ReauxAugust 7, 2009 - 1:38 am

I find that you guys have such unique color to your images. Love love love it! How sweet about the journal… wow.

Wai Reyes PhotographyAugust 7, 2009 - 1:13 am

OMG girl, you sure like to live dangerously!
Beautiful wedding and location. Love them all!

Chad FranzAugust 7, 2009 - 12:41 am

HOLY CRAP!!! Freaking incredible! You two are such rockstars!

Heather ColeAugust 7, 2009 - 12:38 am

these are sooo amazing. I love Colorado!!!! How about Jake and I get remarried up there and you shoot our wedding. HA HA!! AMAZING work you two. AS ALWAYS!!