Harry Potter Themed Wedding at The Highlands Ranch Mansion

Micaela & Shane’s Wedding | Harry Potter Themed Weddings | Highlands Ranch Mansion | Highlands Ranch Colorado | Apollo Fields Wedding Photographers

I wish I could rate my couples online because these guys would be 5 stars across the board! First of all, they were a photographer’s dream - super easy to work with, very kind, easy going, and also GORGEOUS (the icing on the cake right). But most of all, they were a super down-to-earth easy going couple that just loved each other.

I’ve shot a few weddings at the Highlands Ranch Mansion so I have a few spots that are my go-to’s for that amazing golden light. I vividly remember getting ants in my pants during the ceremony because we were close to losing the golden light (they had a late summer ceremony so the light was absolutely DREAMY during the ceremony and we were going to lose it fast). Their officiant announced them as husband and wife, they kissed, celebrated down the aisle, and I immediately scooped them away for a few natural light romantics.

Micaela and Shane were such good sports about it, too. I knew that if I didn’t steal them for * five minutes * that we would lose that epic light and guests would want to storm them so it would be impossible afterwards. I always joke that golden hour is my catnip, but for a synesthetic photographer, it really makes my skin tingle and I just get totally high on it. These guys rolled with all of that energy and gave me the best five minutes that I could have ever asked for. I loved these shots because I felt like we just punched so much love and emotion into – literally – the last few moments of light and the photos are so indicative of that.

After the ceremony and epic romantics, I was able to take the back seat a little and snag relaxed family shots, cocktail hour, and intros. Micaela and Shane did a great job balancing a ‘themed’ wedding without feeling like a college party (haha). They are both huge Harry Potter fans and did such a tasteful job of showing this off and having fun with something that has shaped their relationship. Their friends and family were so much fun and I really loved working with this awesome couple!

Photography: Apollo Fields | Wedding Photographer

Wedding Venue: Highlands Ranch Mansion | Colorado

Published on Wedding Wire: Micaela & Shane’s Wedding

Grant Humphrey's Mansion Wedding in Denver, CO

Lindsey & Jeff's Elegant Wedding at the Grant Humphrey's Mansion | Denver, Colorado | Colorado Wedding Photographer | Denver Wedding Photography | Apollo Photojournalism

Colorado Weddings can take many different shapes and sizes and The Grant Humphrey’s Mansion is one of my favorite spots for a great wedding in the heart of the city that still feels authentically “Denver”. I love this venue because it is classy and classic but without feeling too pretentious. It’s perfect for a fun-loving Colorado couple such as Lindsey and Jeff.

I loved working with these two lovebirds and we were all relieved that their wedding — even though it was in November — was much, much warmer than their unforgettable engagement session at Lake Dillon in the FREEZING cold mountains! The night was beautiful and we totally lucked out.

They chose not to do a first look but still wanted to do wedding party pics outside. I knew this was going to be a bit of a challenge because the sun would have been long gone this time of year by the time that their ceremony had concluded. I am actually really happy for this challenge now because I just LOVE how unique these photos are! Their wedding party was so much fun and I loved spending time with them and their awesome families.

We got to do their getting-ready photos at Lindsey’s friend’s house which was basically made for photos! My second shooter, Kim, and I were just squealing at the high ceilings, beautiful white walls, and big windows with tons of natural light. It was such a fun way to get the day started off right. Then off to the mansion we went for their cozy wedding. They had an intimate and heartfelt ceremony, followed by a fun cocktail hour, and then a great party in the basement. I love live music so it was great to be a part of such a fun day! Best wishes to this beautiful couple!

Colorado Mountain Couple | Denver, CO | Grand Humphreys Mansion Erny Photo CO Wedding Photography

Lindsey and Jeff are a sweet and friendly couple who love spending time in the Colorado mountains with their three adorable pups. 

They had a beautiful wedding at the Grant Humphreys Mansion in Denver's Historic District. Surrounded by their friends and family, they exchanged vows in an absolutely beautiful, tear jerking ceremony, followed by a beautiful night time couple shoot. Soon after they joined their guests for a delicious dinner, tasty bundt cakes and a night of laughter and dancing. It was such a perfect day!

Normally I recommend bridal party and couple's photos are held during the golden hour, which is the hour before sunset, but that wasn't in the cards for Lindsey and Jeff's wedding. Instead, they opted for some nighttime portraits outside of the Grant Humphrey Mansion. I just love the way they turned out. With the Edison lights and historic architecture, the Grant Humphrey Mansion was the perfect place for some fun and artsy, nighttime portraits. 

Denver Wedding Photographer:   Apollo Photo
Wedding Venue:  The Grant Humphreys Mansion | Denver, CO
Wedding Planner:  Simply Elegant Group
Cake:  Nothing Bundt Cakes
Caterer:  Relish
Live Music:  Wirewood Station Band