Claudia and Michael have spent quite a bit of time here in Colorado. though they live in Miami, Vail has become one of their favorite locals for a little rest and relaxation and now they will have some amazing memories of a perfect wedding involving a their love, a moose, a canoe and so much more. Claudia and Michael were comfortable with each other and in front of the camera, so it made my job so so easy. they chose the most incredible location for their ceremony right on a Piney Lake about a 45 minute drive fom Vail...such a gorgeous location i will just let the pictures speak for themselves. after a picnic lunch, everyone returned to the SONNENALP IN VAIL for a black tie affair.

ANGIE JOHNSTON OF SAPPHIRE CELEBRATIONS made the day run so smoothly and was so wonderful to work with. thanks Angie!

JESSICA SHINYEDA OF THE FACE LAB helped to make Claudia look more beautiful than she already is...Claudia did an amazing job planning her perfect day. thanks for getting into the canoes guys...you made my day!! now to the photos.

i had the opportunity to have my good friend and fabulous photographer JULIE AFFLERBAUGHalong with me for this one so many of the photos below are hers.

some getting ready details.

on the drive up to Piney Lake

look at the style...love it!

Michael=calm, handsome and fun, the perfect groom.

Claudia and her Dad have a real connection and it showed throughout the day.

just after the ceremony, a moose came walking right by the ceremony site to wish them goodluck.

details from the picnic.

how gorgeous is this couple?

i asked them to get into the canoes they have tied up...they didn't miss a beat and jumped right in. i always say, the more adventurous the bride and groom are, the better the pictures and this proves my point.

the reception, the dancing, the love.