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Katie & Jordan’s Ralston’s Crossing Wedding

Filed in: Weddings

I’m a sucker for a good story. Always have been. Especially a good love story. And the best love stories are the ones that lead to a lifetime of love together. Those stories always have a sense of nostalgia and timelessness. My grandparents tell me the story of how they would go to the movies in the ’50s and giggle together throughout the whole movie. Katie & Jordan’s love story stems from the same nostalgic place.

Growing up, Katie went to a small school, and on her birthday, she would walk to the office alongside her “Birthday Buddy” Sam. Let’s be honest, when you’re a little kid, there’s not much cooler than getting a birthday prize and sharing the day with a friend. Sam & Katie stayed friends and years past their “Birthday Buddy” days, Sam introduced Katie to Jordan. Soon, while at a Kenny Chesney concert, Katie & Jordan felt sparks they couldn’t deny. From there, as all good love stories go, it was history.

Katie & Jordan have been guests at several weddings I’ve photographed, and I always told her, “You’re next!” And sure enough, her day came, and it was absolutely perfect. With the ceremony at the church Katie grew up in, St. Anne’s, a pit stop for photos in Olde Town Arvada (the spot they call home), and a beautiful reception at Ralston’s Crossing, their day couldn’t have been better.

Enjoy some of my favorites from Katie & Jordan’s day, and don’t forget to leave a comment at the bottom! 25 comments gets this awesome couple a free 11×14 print of their favorite image!

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Before their sneak peek, Katie & Jordan exchanged notes. Watching their expressions as they mirrored each other – even though they were blocked by a door – was priceless.

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Katie & her dad are extremely close, and he just glowed with pride as he walked her down the aisle.

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Love this church!

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The Old Flour Mill & railroad tracks in Olde Town Arvada were great spots for some fun bridal party photos.

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Love how these railroad bridal party photos turned out with the old Arvada water tower in the background.

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These two love Olde Town Arvada, which makes these group shots even that much more fun.

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I love it when my couples have unique ideas for portrait locations!

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The Arvada School House might just take the cake for the most unique spot I’ve ever shot bridal portraits.

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School chairs. Beaker cups. And a hint to Katie & Jordan’s story.

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Katie & Jordan filled their Ralston’s Crossing Wedding with details. Everywhere you looked, there was something personal.

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I love to take a break from the reception with the bride and groom and sneak away for a few sunset photos. I love how the photos turn out, and it makes for the perfect break from the reception – time to step back and take it all in. 🙂

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Favorite.

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Katie & Jordan – it was nothing short of your day. You two have something undeniable. Thank you for letting me be a part of it.

Leave these two some love below – if they get to 25 comments here on the blog, they will get a free 11×14 print of their favorite image!

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  1. Dianna says:

    Such beautiful work. Love this

  2. Donna Zarlengo says:

    Very nice!!! I have several favorites.

  3. Lisa Cybyske says:

    Wow! Incredible pictures . What a beautiful wedding.

  4. Lauren Smith says:

    Soooo pretty :))))

  5. Kathy Carroll says:

    Kate did such a wonderful job capturing details of the wedding. The pictures are beautiful & knew what to do to catch the best lighting & angles. I would definitely recommend her. It was a beautiful day for a beautiful wedding!

  6. Connie Hedren says:

    These wedding photos capture your day absolutely to a perfection! The Old Town setting was great with your “boot” theme.

  7. Bess Tracy says:

    These are INCREDIBLE!!! I so wish I didn’t have to miss it but glad I get to relive it through these amazing picture.

  8. Amber Kraft says:

    Stunning photos!!!!

  9. Lauri Kessler Ruiz says:

    Wow beautiful. What a great day!

  10. Genevieve Smith says:

    Beautiful love the old town touch too

  11. Kelli Sawaya says:

    Beautiful pictures! I especially like the ones in Old Town, great idea! Such a beautiful couple!

  12. Jamie Johnke says:

    Love love love!!! So glad we were able to celebrate your special day! Great pictures and great couple! ❤️

  13. Jarrod N Katrina Hess says:

    Brought back every ounce of excitement from that day Katie you did an amazing job capturing the moment it was the perfect day LOVE U KESSLERS ❤️❤️

  14. Margaret Gade says:

    Beautiful! Congratulations

  15. Katie Alishouse says:

    Those are beautiful pictures!

  16. Gwen Lovercheck Ryan says:

    These pictures are awesome. Loved their country theme and the photos capture it so well. Train station, saloon, cow”girl” boots!! It was a beautiful day!

  17. Lindsay Andersen says:

    Absolutely amazing and such a gorgeous bride and handsome groom!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE ♡

  18. MaryEsther Campbell says:

    Beautiful pictures

  19. Kristine Henry says:

    Beautiful pictures of a beautiful couple at a beautiful wedding❤️

  20. Sue Vencill says:

    Not surprising that you got beautiful pictures – you had such gorgeous people to work with. Their personalities and joy came through the photographs…

  21. Marta Reid says:

    Beautiful pictures. Love all the Olde Town Arvada settings.

  22. Maria Edmonds says:

    Katie, you are gorgeous!!! They all are beautiful and unique pictures. Good look picking out your favorites!

  23. Chandra Blumenthal says:

    BEAUTIFUL!

  24. Connie Kessler says:

    Such beautiful pictures

  25. Christy Henderson says:

    So beautiful, Katie!

  26. Karen Bergert says:

    Love the pictures and you too! So sad we missed it. Looked like a great time.

  27. Lori Darbin says:

    Katie you are breath taking beautiful! I love all the pictures of your special day!!

  28. Theresa Crady Brischle says:

    Gorgeous! Loved every single photo 🙂

  29. Tawnya says:

    Congrats you two!! Beautiful pics! Yay Saint Anne’s!! 🙂

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