Sunday, April 12, 2009

Ben & Loni - Reflections at the Buttes



Loni and Ben.....What an amazing and fun filled wedding day. They win the prize for the most personalize and unique wedding ever. Loni put sooooo much time and thought into every little detail. You will see.

First, I must say they are a very beautiful couple. Her dress was stunning and check out Ben's stylin shoes.




Loni works with the hearing and visually impaired children. So Ben being the romantic wrote her a love letter in Brail. Only Loni could read it, which made the gesture even more romantic.


This wedding party had a lot of energy as did the day. This photo says it all. Look -Loni even got air. I love the whimsical shadows from them jumping.



They happened to get one of the most spectacular sunsets of the year, so we caught a few shots. I thought this was just adorable walking into the sunset. Look at those sexy heels.



To introduce the wedding party at the reception, the main lights were dimmed and the DJ announced each Bridesmaid and Groomsman with their own personal stats with music blaring and spot lights flashing.

Once all attendants were announced they held up a banner of LOVE




Ben and Loni came crashing through it. It was exciting and so much fun.


When Loni and Ben hit the floor, the entire wedding party got in a sports huddle and chanted in a swaying huddle and then all putting their hands in the center cheered "Girdler" (the couples last name)


The reception kept the energy going and the dance floor was filled all night long.
I thought this was cute, catching Loni dancing to YMCA.



Loni and her dad started their father-daughter dance out so gracefully and then broke out in a rap song and tore up the floor. Here are a few shots of them getting jiggy. I heard the other guests making comments that this was out of character for her dad, which made it all the more special. Way to go dad....anything for your little girl.



Ben and Loni are Bicycle enthusiast. So they definitely wanted to incorporate their love for riding into the wedding. You will see in a moment why we used the bikes as props in the wedding photos. Ok, this is before the wedding...............



And this is after. They found the most adorable Bride and Groom biking outfits ever. Tux for Ben and a Brides dress for Loni. Loni's came complete with a fake back tie up and a fake tattoo on the lower back. She wore her veil under the helmet and kept her garter on. They were just so adorable.


So, I know what you are thinking.....What does a Bride and Groom do in such adorable attire after spending the last 10 hours preparing and partaking in the most eventful wedding ever. Why they get on their bikes and ride all the way to El Conquistador Hotel .....OF COARSE!!

So I jump in the drivers seat and Jon jumps in the back of the truck and we follow them all the way there, taking some very fun shots.




WHAT A DAY!!! WHAT A WEDDING!!! Congrats to such a fun and memorable wedding. Thanks for letting us be a part of it.

29 comments:

Shelby Larsen said...

Ben and Loni had one of the cutest weddings ever!!!! I met Loni years ago when we worked together at Starbucks and to see that she incorporated tons of special details into her wedding is not a surprise. While I wasn't able to attend the wedding, the pictures make me feel like I was part of the fun. Congrats Ben and Loni... I wish you the best!!
=]

Rebecca said...

They are right...cutest wedding ever! Congratulations! Thanks for a glimpse into your big day!

Josh Daniels said...

Congrats to Ben and Loni. Their photos look awesome. Helps having subjects with SUCH personality, huh?

Unknown said...

Some of the most original wedding pictures I've seen. They really bring out each of their personality. They all look great.

Bobby Patterson said...

Great wedding and great pictures! Congratulations Loni and Ben! :)

Erin said...

Amazing! Such a perfect combination of personalities, family, friends, humor, love.....what you'd hope for anyone's wedding! xooxoxox

Jalena said...

Ben and Loni, Wish I could have been there.Your wedding photos and your story is amazing. I love everything about it. Loni you out did your self once again. i am so proud of you two. CONGRATULATIONS and May God Bless you two for the next 100 years.
Best wish love and miss you two.
<>< <>< Joseph&Jalena Morien><> ><>

Jessica Moore said...

their wedding truly was amazing and ben&loni to a "T"! i've known loni since jr high and it was great to pick up on every little detail that i know she spent enormous amounts of time on and that really made everything about the wedding uniquely her's! really wonderful photos too, they definitely captured the personality and energy of the whole event! how fun it will be for them to be able to look at these pictures years from now and remember and feel it all like they're there again! gorgeous!

Tiffany said...

Best Wedding I have ever been too! The pictures look awesome and that only begins to describe what an amazing time everyone had!! Thanks to all the hard work of everyone involved. I cannot wait to see the video!!

Anonymous said...

So cute!!!

Anonymous said...

I have known Loni since junior high and all the things that were done in the wedding fit both Loni and Ben to a "T". :) I am so happy for the two of them and I am thrilled that the pictures turned out so beautifully!! CONGRATS BEN and LONI :)

Kristine Welter said...

Looks like a TON of fun ... and the cycling to El Conquistador... oh my gosh! I would never have had it in me. A new level of respect for Ben and Loni!

RBD said...

Looks like it was beautiful! Congrats. :)

jsmallz said...

Looks like such a perfect day - the sunset and biking outfits are so great!!

Sean said...

Awesome pictures! Their wedding was very unique and the pictures obviously reflected that. Congratulations to Ben and Loni and I hope their future is filled with joy and happiness.

Anonymous said...

These pictures are fantastic and truly capture the personalities of these two great people, as did the wedding. It was definitely a fun-filled evening that won't be forgotten by those in attendance. Congratulations to my friends Loni & Ben!

Anonymous said...

How fun! Wish I could have been there!

~ Marianne

Sean and Cathy said...

Ben and Loni's wedding was definitely one of the most fun weddings we have ever attended. There were many details that brought out the personalities of both Ben and Loni that made the wedding unique to them. We had a blast and know they did too! We love them both!!

Marisa said...

Congrats you two! AND The photos turned out absolutley beautiful!

Unknown said...

Loni,
Thanks for sharing your precious pictures! The first one is so romantic and beautiful. It's perfect.
Much Happiness to you both,
Marisol

Stacey said...

Gorgeous!!! What a beautiful couple!!

Erin Leigh Girdler said...

This was the funnest day of my life. It was way more fun than own wedding and I loved that day. The pictures really captured the mood and the fun, I can't wait to buy some. As the MOG, (Mother of the Groom), I know I am biased but really, have you ever seen a more fun and beautiful couple? Beautiful!

Anonymous said...

I LOVE THE DETAILS AND PICTURES!! their wedding was one of the best wedding i've ever gone to

Susan Hunsaker said...

Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Girdler!! Your wedding pictures are the BEST!!! All the happiness to you both!

Love,

Susan

Garth said...

I love the bicycals!! Congrat's

Neal Girdler said...

Your pictures do a super job of capturing the day. As father of the groom I thought you did a great job not just of being the photographer, but were part of the wedding. You were professional, helpful, friendly, fun, and took great pictures. Thanks a million.

Living Strong and Couragous said...

Great pictures! The pictures captured the energy of the wedding. Congrats to the new couple.

Anonymous said...

Ben and Loni, congrats! Riding away on the bike was a great idea. We wish you the best Ross and Tammy

Brittany said...

Best wedding ever! Congrats to the happy couple! And I'm really glad her hair stayed in place through the whole thing!