Loveland Pass Engagement Photos in Colorado
Logan & RJ's Loveland Pass Engagement Photos in Colorado | Continental Divide CO Engagement Photos | Rocky Mountain Photography | Apollo Fields Wedding Photographers
I spent the morning before Logan & RJ’s engagement session in Denver with my friend Frances. The day felt so “Colorado”— sun shining, no clouds, almost 70 degrees even though it was November. We had lunch together and I was wearing a no-sleeves shirt, and on my way out of the restaurant, Frances kept bugging me to make sure I had proper winter clothes packed in my car.
I’m no stranger to the extreme weather changes in Colorado, or the temperature discrepancies at altitude, but I will say that there are few things I’ve been more grateful for than the pair of winter gloves that Logan & RJ threw me after about five minutes of shooting at about 12,000 feet with 28MPH winds!
It wasn’t snowing, but every time the wind gusted and blew the top layer of powder up into clouds it sure felt like it was. The summit is stunning any time of year, but it holds a special meaning for this sweet couple because it is actually where they got engaged! So we really wanted to make this spot work. Truth be told, we did… for about five minutes.
The wind was absolutely GUSTING, and while I’m a sucker for the whole dirty-boots-messy-hair look, at some point you have to ask are we having fun right now?
I had spotted a pull-off that was only a short drive down the mountain, and Logan and RJ enthusiastically agreed to head down that way and let me tell you, it was a GAME CHANGER. The wind and temperature and light was so much more manageable, and just then, the alpenglow broke over the snow capped rockies.
If you don’t know what alpenglow is, well, you should. Alpenglow happens around sunrise and sunset and is the result of the light being directed through more atmosphere as the sun either rises or falls. It’s also epic. It creates that warm orangey dew on the tops of the mountains while the bottoms remain cool and blue. I was so excited when the light began to fall along the backdrop of Loveland and we got to close out this chilly, windy evening together before heading back into Denver.
Enjoy Logan & RJ’s Engagement Photos:
Gold Hill Inn Wedding in Boulder, CO
Zach & Susan's Gold Hill Inn Wedding in Boulder, CO | Colorado Weddings | Apollo Fields
I loved Zach and Susan’s wedding for a lot of reasons, but I think my favorite part about it was how much it truly reflected their lifestyles and relationship. They are both super down-to-earth, laid back, outdoorsy, and family oriented people and their wedding really let all of these aspects shine. I loved when we first chatted for a FaceTime meetup, we had to set up a specific time for them to be on wifi since they are living off the grid on a little hobby farm in the mountains of Colorado. We really clicked about their no-frills lifestyle and what it means to move towards a sustainable and eco-friendly homestead.
I want to share some of their couples questionnaire because I think it says so much about their personalities:
How Did You Two Meet?: We met the way people meet these days. And then we met in-person at the Pizza Bar 66 in Lyons, then took our dogs for a walk in Meadow Park.
When Did You Know It Was Right?: We had a very quick and easy bond. It just felt right. We expressed our love for one another about a month after starting to date. We were on our first hut trip together, over Thanksgiving break.
What Are Some Of Your Favorite Things To Do Together?: ski, hike, camp, travel, all manner of outdoor activities
What Are You Most Looking Forward To On Your Wedding Day?: I (Zach) think we are most looking forward to celebrating with friends and family after all the official business is over. Although the Gold Hill Inn will be very special, I think we're most looking forward to having everyone back to our home for the cookout/campfire/campout at our house.
Who Popped The Question? And how!?: I (Zach) popped the question in May. I was planning to do so for a while. We took a dive trip to Belize and I proposed to Susan on the first night. We went for a walk around the small island and I proposed to her on a dock just past sunset.
Any Big Plans For The Future?: A kid together, lots of travel and adventure and an active outdoor lifestyle. Hopefully one day moving back to the Western Slope or perhaps the Pacific Northwest.
What Makes You Two Unique?: We're both in our late 30's and have our shit together. That said, we recognize the life is worth living and not only for going through the motions that responsibility dictates. We like to work hard and play hard. This isn't particularly unique, but it's what makes us such a good match.
Individually, Susan is "wicked smart", compassionate, upbeat, positive and emotionally intuitive. I am straightforward, earnest, open, honest, loyal and driven.
Something Silly Or Quirky About You Two?: Susan is a small animal vet. As such, we have lots of animals and a hobby farm. And as such, I also have a small side business as a pet photographer. On our farm, we have 8 dogs (6 inside & 2 working dogs), 4 barn cats, 9 goats, and about 30 chickens. Two of our dogs will be in the ceremony (one one each side).
Enjoy their photos from their Gold Hill Inn wedding & their reception at their hobby farm:
