I love it when the couples I work with do something a little different to make the wedding their own.  For Polly & Aaron’s wedding at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, they made everything a little different.  From Polly’s incredible handmade wedding gown, to their first kiss under a stomping Tyrannosaurus’ foot, their wedding was full of creativity and fun. Polly even made her (many) cake toppers herself, each featuring famous movie/tv couples (plus a few aliens and other random awesomeness).

They had another great idea when it came to the photography. Instead of the traditional pre-wedding engagement shoot, they opted to do a couples’ portrait session after. Once they were back from the honeymoon, we met up again and headed to a few great spots around Boulder. I have to say, I LOVE the images from this shoot. Polly & Aaron are fun and easy going, and quite comfortable in front of the camera. Throw in some cooperative weather, and you can’t help but get some great images! I also love the idea, because it allowed us to take our time with their couples’ portraits, as well as leaving them more time with their guests & families at the reception. Everybody wins! Plus, she got to wear the dress more than once.

If you’re planning your wedding right now, take a page from their book. Break a few rules. Do things “your way”. Your wedding will be more fun, and your guests (and your photographer) will thank you.