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The Manor House is a stunningly “Colorado” wedding venue. Located on six acres of gorgeous land near Dry Creek Canyon, this historic site boasts views of rustic landscape and downtown Denver, and prides itself on being “the ideal backdrop for an authentic mountain wedding in Colorado.” But let’s face it. The only thing predictable about Colorado weather is that it’s, well, unpredictable! Especially in the months most popular for saying “I do.” No worries here, though. Let’s talk indoor spaces at The Manor House (that still photograph beautifully)!
The Manor House Ballroom
If you envision a classic mountain wedding, The Manor House ballroom can help you achieve cozy mountain vibes, even without the mountains. This space is incredibly versatile! The fireplace can center an elegant ceremony, or add to the ambiance of a stunning candlelight reception. With classic white walls, and large/gorgeous windows, you can make this space anything you want it to be! Add pops of color with linens, floral centerpieces, or hanging baskets. Keep things simple with candles, string lights, or lanterns. Personal touches can frame the fireplace, top the tables, and even adorn the exposed wooden beams across the ceiling. Truly, the sky is the limit for this room’s potential.
The Library
Wherever you decide for your ceremony and reception (and seriously, there are no bad options here), I highly recommend taking photos in the library. It’s sophisticated, it’s classy, and it sets an elegant mood from every angle. Leave the space as-is (it’s pretty perfect!), or personalize it with flowers, furniture, or even cocktails, depending on what mood you’re going for. From bridal portraits, couples portraits, family portraits, or even wedding party portraits, you’ll love every shot in this space!
Kent’s Cottage
True, it’s known as being perfect for hair and make up, getting ready photos, and pre-ceremony activities. But the light and airy ambiance of Kent’s Cottage can make a perfect backup portrait location, too. Especially if the weather isn’t cooperating! The natural light can highlight elegant detail shots. Add the venue’s cozy couch to the frame and mirror corner for clean, effortless bridal portraits. This space combines timeless romance with whimsical luxury!
Bonus Space: The Manor House Entryway
If the outdoor shots aren’t working out, and the ballroom is handling the ceremony and/or reception, the entryway of the historic mansion can create a sweet or dramatic portrait backdrop all it’s own. Make a grand entrance down the staircase for a romantic “first look,” adorn the banister with lights or greenery, and let the architecture and soft lighting set the stage for perfect photos.
Ready to book? If a Manor House wedding is in your future, let’s talk. I know this space, and I’d love to bring your vision to life!
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Wedding photographers are tasked with an incredible job. Sure, there’s the business end: The shot list, the schedule keeping, editing, albums, and a million other tiny details you can leave to us. But there’s also magic. We get to capture the day—including all of the moments you miss in the swirls of celebration.
Wedding photographers get to see each wedding as a carefully crafted story. We look for the best light, the intentional details, and the emotional connections, rather than the planned schedule of events. Wedding photographers can focus on fleeting interactions, composition, and technical, artistic, and logistical elements. We remove distractions, and identify the quiet spots worth remembering, even when you’re wrapped up in the noise.
Let’s face it. You’re a little busy, well, getting married! So leave the vision to us. What is it that wedding photographers actually see? Here’s a list of my favorite moments to capture, including the ones you’ll likely miss during the big day.
The Looks
We’ve all heard the phrase, right? “Find someone who looks at you the way ____ looks at ____.” The way we look at each other is a unique, innate, and immediate emotional response. It doesn’t require staging or intervention. It’s raw and human. It’s an outward expression of an internal feeling—a visual manifestation of a heart swell. That’s why “first look” photos are on almost every bride’s shot list! But whether you’re planning a separate “first look” before you walk down the aisle, or you’re leaving the reaction for the moment itself, there are plenty of “first looks” wedding photographers are looking out for.
Here’s a few looks you can add to your shot list:
- First look: Bride and groom
- First look: Bride and bridesmaids
- First look: Groom and Groomsmen
- First look: Bride with mom/dad/siblings
- First look: Groom with mom/dad/siblings
And here’s a few that I’ll capture just for you:
- The groomsmen’s reactions when you walk down the aisle
- The family’s reactions to your bride/groom “first look”
- The bridesmaid’s reactions to your first dance
- The flower girl/ring bearer’s reaction to your first kiss
Bonus tip: Are there any special details tucked into your wedding day? Think of the moments you won’t want to miss, like the first time your grandma sees you in your mother’s wedding gown or the first time two guests reunite before the ceremony. Be sure you communicate those details to your wedding photographer as you think of them! You might forget when the festivities take over, but we won’t, and we’ll make sure you don’t miss it.
The Emotions
Your wedding day is FULL of emotions. From overwhelming joy to deep love and excitement, anxiousness, and even bittersweet nostalgia. Wedding photographers strive to capture these emotions so you don’t just remember how everything looked. You remember how everyone felt—even if you didn’t notice it at the time! There are a few key moments guaranteed to pack an emotional punch, but there are a few others that might not be on your radar. Don’t worry. Wedding photographers will make sure you don’t miss a moment!
Here’s a few emotional moments to add to your shot list:
- Walking down the aisle
- Reading the vows
- The speeches and toasts
- Bride and groom’s exit (more about that here!)
And here’s a few that I’ll capture just for you:
- The bride and her father waiting to walk down the aisle
- Your guests during the vows
- The bride and groom’s reactions to speeches and toasts
- The parents of the bride and groom after they depart
With every detail you plan, you’re preparing to embark on a lifetime of wedded bliss, building a life full of unimaginable joy. And you get to do it in a gorgeous gown at a stunning ceremony as unique as your union! Telling stories—the whole story, beyond the shot list— is one of my favorite parts of being a photographer. And I’m so excited for the couples about to write this chapter of their very own love story!
