Abby & Craig | Mountain Biking Elopement

Abby and Craig planned a mountain biking trip from their home in Yakima, Washington to the mountains of Colorado. Of course a destination on the list was Fruita! They figured while they were here in a state that allows self-solemnization they would also tie the knot. They wanted incredible views, sunrise to beat the heat, […]

Abby & Craig | Mountain Biking Elopement

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June 14, 2021

Elopement

Charu & Alex | A-Frame Elopement near Grand Junction

Whether you’re planning on getting married at the Colorado National Monument with a formal ceremony or you’re just interested in an adventurous elopement with a fantastic backdrop, this post will help you through what you need to know! What is the Colorado National Monument? Because it is the most unknown park in the state, considering […]

Getting Married at the Colorado National Monument

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April 13, 2020

Charu & Alex | A-Frame Elopement near Grand Junction

Planning, Venues

Tips for Choosing a Wedding Venue by amanda.matilda.photography | Colorado Western Slope Wedding Venues

One of the first things couples do when beginning their wedding planning process is start to look at wedding venues. Here on the western slope we have some of the most amazing locations to get married, in my opinion! If you follow my blog, you’ll know all about my Western Slope Wedding Venues series I […]

Tips for Choosing a Wedding Venue

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January 15, 2018

Planning

Grand Junction and Colorado western slope couples & engagement photographer

Valentine’s Day is a special time for me. We got engaged a few days before V-Day last year! My parents also got engaged on Valentine’s Day. Admittedly, it’s not the most unique time to get engaged; we’re joined by thousands of couples celebrating their promise to one another this time of year! As it’s the […]

FREE Engagement Sessions!| Valentine’s Day Contest

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January 6, 2016

Grand Junction and Colorado western slope couples & engagement photographer

Couples, Wedding

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