Lori & Brad

 

Photo by Last Best Photography

September 12, 2009

Heritage Hall

Missoula, Montana

 

Photo by Last Best Photography

Best Friends & a Celebration of Love!

I was thrilled to work with Lori & Brad!

They were so easy-going and such straight-shooters that arranging all the wedding pieces was hardly a chore. I felt like I was helping good friends create a historical day in their life long love story!

Lori & Brad knew their colors were to be red and gold. They were sure Heritage Hall was the perfect spot. And Lori had no doubts that she would walk down the aisle to a favorite Queen song "You're My Best Friend".

Other than that they hoped for suggestions and referrals. Knowing the couple's excitement about their upcoming honeymoon to India and Lori's all-time favorite food dish being Gobi Aloo (a delicious Indian dish), it seemed fitting to incorporate some of the rich elements of that country's culture.

Photo by Marie Garrison

 

Photo by Marie Garrison

 

Photo by Marie Garrison

  

Photo by Marie Garrison

  

Photo by Marie Garrison

  

Photo by Marie Garrison

 

Photo by Last Best Photography

  

Photo by Marie Garrison

 

Photo by Last Best Photography

  

Photo by Last Best Photography

Recipe for a "Queen" Wedding:

Venue: Heritage Hall, Missoula, MT

Caterer: LeFebvre Catering

Flowers: Mo Gary

Cake/Cupcakes: Margaret Ambrose-Barton

Photography: Last Best Photography

Entertainment: RMF Entertainment

Congratulations Lori & Brad!

Bearcat & Chisato

August 30, 2009

Teller Wildlife Refuge

Corvallis, Montana

A Rustic Montana Wedding at it's Finest! 

A Barn with a View!

 The Teller's 1,200 acre wildlife paradise is located in the heart of Montana's Bitterroot Valley. A dirt road takes you right to the refuge which is complete with a large, old red barn and Slack House for lodging. The site encompasses all that is "rural" Montana with it's rustic structures and wildlife neighbors. A perfect destination spot!

It was an honor to work with this couple. Their big day wasn't about bling nor ritz! It was truly about friends and family coming together, enjoying food and spirits, square dancing and all around smiles. 

The day was overcast but the clouds parted for the afternoon ceremony. Once the party had moved into the barn loft, Mother Nature provided a gorgeous spectacle of lightning, rumbling thunder and rainfall. The couple and their guests crowded the covered deck for an awe-inspiring glimpse of Mother Nature!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Recipe for a "Rustic Montana" Wedding:
Venue: Teller Wildlife Refuge
Caterer: Silk Road Catering
Flowers: Mo Gary
Cake: Bari Lynn
Photography: David Narazaki
Entertainment: Eddy Fields
Cellist: Brandon


Congratulations Bearcat & Chisato!

Ashley & Carter

June 19, 2009

Heritage Hall

Missoula, Montana

A Simply Romantic Union! 

The weather is unpredictable in Montana in the middle of June. But this wedding wasn't about extravagance it was truly about the union between a young couple obviously headed for a long life of love together. When the skies continued to rain all day we moved the ceremony inside and the guests watched the vows from their reception seats. 

But the tables were anything but an eye-sore. Complete with gorgeous wild fl0wers from Mo Gary's garden, stark white linens and flickering votives, they rounded out the romantic sentiment of the day! This wedding is a perfect example of keeping things simple and focusing on the fun to be had with family and friends. 

The food was served with an extra pinch of delicious from newcomers, Silk Road Catering. The Father-of-the-Bride gleamed with pure love and enthusiasm for the couple and gave a heartfelt toast. Then the party begin: dancing and celebration shots!

Recipe for a Simply Romantic Day:

Venue: Heritage Hall, Missoula, MT

Catering: Silk Road Catering

 Flowers: Mo Gary

Photography: Dawn Alicia Photography

Entertainment: Hey Mr DJ!

Jennie & Jason

May 9, 2009

Heritage Hall

Missoula, Montana

A Gorgeous Sunny Day for a Gorgeous Couple!

Jennie and Jason found themselves in true love early on. This day was about celebrating that perfect fit.  Again, with the backdrop of Heritage Hall and the gorgeous grounds the couple made it official in front of friends and family. Jennie and her closest friends walked down the aisle to a string trio and shimmered under the early afternoon sunshine. 

Inside the hall, the tables were a run with bold hues of pink and yellow and topped by petri dishes of perfectly sculpted Gerber Daisies. Dove sugar cookies were iced with pink and adorned with the couple's name and wedding date - a perfect favor for guests!

The food spread was a delicious hit amongst the guests - fresh sushi, baked brie, hot artichoke dip, cheese and crudites, all complimented by chilled vodka grapes - a schmorgasboard of tastes!

Recipe for a Bright Day:

Venue: Heritage Hall, Missoula, MT

Caterer: Good Food Store and All Events Catering

Flowers: Bitterroot Flower Shop

Photography: Adriane Hornung

Congratulations Jennie & Jason!