Cordillera Wedding Elopement - Bobbi and Russ

Did you know that a couple can marry themselves?  I didn't, so I was intrigued when Bobbi contacted me and explained that she and Russ would solemnize their own wedding, which is permitted in the state of Colorado.  

Their elopement took place at The Lodge and Spa at Cordillera, beneath the gazebo on their back lawn.  It was a perfect fall evening, where the weather was very warm, but the leaves were changing and there was snow on the surrounding mountains.  

After some very heartfelt wedding vows and bubbles (they even brought a glass for me!) we moved up to the Overlook Lawn for some fun sunset photos.  Here are a few photos from their special day.

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Cordillera Wedding Photographer - Kristi and Brad

Kristi and Brad's wedding took place at the very top of Cordillera and we were literally on top of the world!  The house had a spectacular patio where the ceremony took place, with views all the way to the Gore Range.

The girls chose to get ready on the top floor while the boys were getting ready on the floor below.  Because the house was so large, it meant that I was able to run upstairs and take some shots from one of the balconies looking down over the ceremony, which gives some perspective to the stunning views.  

Many joyful tears were shed during the ceremony and they were quickly followed by smiles and laughter as everyone enjoyed dancing and dinner - catered by Moe's BBQ!

Congrats to Kristi and Brad and thank you for letting me part of your special day!

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