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!

Sonja & Joseph

October  18, 2008

Heart View Center

Arlee, Montana

 

Mission Mountains, Sunflowers and a Long Love Story!

 The HEART VIEW CENTER is located near ARLEE, MONTANA, next to 240 acres of open space, which includes the certified organic COMMON GROUND FARM and forested upland and river bottoms. This surrounding open space allows access to the JOCKO RIVER. 

It is truly amazing to be immersed in the ah-inspiring Mission Mountains! You can't help but be overcome with a deep respect. And the turning of the leaves littered the mountains with yellows and golds, just barely turning with the season.

The colors and location were a perfect fit for Sonja's Harvest vision. Sonja grew the magnificently colored sunflowers herself - in her front yard. She crafted the dried arrangements from the sunflowers and wheat and encompassed them in rustic galvanized buckets. She meticulously made all of the runners - and the flower girl dresses! The bride had a vision and the determination to pull it off.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thank you Dawn Alicia Photography for the gorgeous shots!

Recipe for a memorably sweet day:

Venue: Heart View Center, Arlee, Montana
Flowers: Sonja Trippett

Photography: Dawn Alicia Photography

Congratulations Sonja & Joseph!

Thea Rae Delamater

My name is Thea Rae Delamater. I hail from a few states but my heart has always belonged to Montana.

I have been working within non-profits for the last 9 years as an event producer.

I finally made the switch to personal party planning 3 years ago. And I am thrilled to have found something I enjoy to do and where I can use my innate talents of organizing, styling and managing any situation!

As a wedding planner, my mission is to provide quality service to couples who may not have the time nor energy to devote to the many details that can consume a wedding celebration!

A bride's smile means the world to me!

Please visit my website for a complete list of packages and services.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or comments!