A VILLA PARKER WEDDING IN PARKER, COLORADO

 

Katie and Derek’s wedding at Villa Parker in Parker, Colorado was one for the books and one of my favorite days ever! It was my first time photographing at Villa Parker and it did not disappoint! Villa Parker is the most gorgeous venue with Italy like vibes and architecture that is also so close to Denver! If it isn’t on your list of wedding venues to check out I highly recommend adding it!

Katie and Derek are two of the sweetest people ever and I had so much fun being a part of their day and getting to know them over the course of their engagement!

Like many other couples, their day was affected by all the hiccups of COVID. After several reschedules, when it finally got to happen it was SO worth it and even more special!

I am so grateful for these two and to have the best job and clients on earth. Katie and Derek, I love you guys!

“Just WOW! Alyssa is absolutely AMAZING! I hired Alyssa in April 2019 for my October 2020 wedding. She was the first vendor I picked and all my dates were around her availability. I found her through hashtags on Instagram and immediately fell in love with her work. We did our engagement shoot in January 2020 at Lake Dillon and Bread Bar, everyone kept complimenting on how wonderful the photos were! We also got stuck in traffic for three-plus hours so Derek and I became fast friends with Alyssa! Our October wedding was postponed to May 2021. Alyssa was so cooperative in the date change. Again, I picked my new date around her schedule. Day of Alyssa was so professional and organized. She knew how important the photos were to me and made sure to capture every detail big and small! We paid for a second shooter as well and that was essential to our large group! We received so many beautiful and wonderful photos that we will cherish forever. I can't say enough how amazing it was to work with Alyssa! I never had to worry about my photos or anything about them. She worked with me on timelines and was able to accommodate so many family portraits in a short amount of time. I have friends and family messaging me left and right saying how stunning the photos turned out! For anyone who's like "I look awful in photos!" Alyssa coordinates and poses you but also moves you around so you are your natural and true self. So important for photos that will last a lifetime. HIRE HER RIGHT NOW! (and fast!!)” - Katie + Derek

A white wedding dress hangs in front of the garage at the Villa Parker wedding venue in Parker, CO
A close up of the couple's wedding rings on a pile of chopped wood
A close up of wedding details, including wedding rings, earrings, invitations, and a jewelry box
A close up of the bridal bouquet made up of pastel pink and orange flowers
A makeup artist applies the bride's make up at the Villa Parker wedding venue in Parker, CO
The bride and bridesmaids pose in matching sets as they get ready at the Villa Parker wedding venue in Parker, CO
A hairdresser sprays hairspray on the bride's hair as she gets ready at the Villa Parker wedding venue in Parker, CO
Matching bridesmaids smile as they see the bride walk into the room in her dress
The bride turns around to show the bridesmaids the back of her dress
The groomsmen get ready at the Villa Parker wedding venue in Parker, CO
The groomsmen get dressed and straighten their ties
The groom buttons his shirt as he gets ready at the Villa Parker wedding venue in Parker, CO
The groom smiles as he gets ready with the groomsmen at the Villa Parker wedding venue in Parker, CO
The groom waits to see the bride of the first time at the Villa Parker wedding venue in Parker, CO
The bride walks toward the groom for their first look at the Villa Parker wedding venue in Parker, CO
The bride reaches out to the groom for their first look at the Villa Parker wedding venue in Parker, CO
The bride and groom smile as they see each other for their first look at the Villa Parker wedding venue in Parker, CO
The bride and groom kiss during their first look at the Villa Parker wedding venue in Parker, CO
Bride and groom personal vows before Villa Parker wedding
The bride reads a letter to the groom in the courtyard of the Villa Parker
The bride laughs as the groom reads her a letter in the courtyard of the Villa Parker
A close up of the bride's bridal bouquet, made up of pastel pink and orange flowers
The bride and groom smile and pose in the courtyard of the Villa Parker
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Bride and groom walk down a gravel path in the Villa Parker courtyard
Bride and groom walk hand in hand in the Villa Parker courtyard
The bride and groom stare lovingly at each other at the Villa Parker courtyard
Bride and groom pose in front of the large wooden front door of the Villa Parker
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Groom and groomsmen pose in the Villa Parker courtyard
The groomsmen lift their pant legs and show off their patterned socks
The groom and groomsmen walk toward the photographer
The bride poses in the Villa Parker courtyard with bridesmaids in pastel pink dresses
A close up of the bridal party's bouquets
The bridal party laughs with each other in the Villa Parker courtyard
The entire wedding party poses in the Villa Parker courtyard
The wedding party cheers as the bride and groom kiss
The bride and groom pose with their families in the Villa Parker courtyard
The bride and groom pose with their families in the Villa Parker Courtyard
The rustic courtyard of the Villa Parker wedding venue in Parker, CO
A rustic fountain decorated with pastel pink and orange flowers
A view of the ceremony area at the Villa Parker wedding venue in Parker, CO
The groom walks down the aisle with his mother and father at the Villa Parker
The groom watches the bride walk down the aisle at the Villa Parker
The bride walks down the aisle with her mother and father at the Villa Parker
The father of the bride kisses her as he gives her away at the altar
The bride and groom stand with the officiant at the altar at Villa Parker
Bride and groom stand at the altar in front of their guests at the Villa Parker
The bride and groom laugh at the altar at the Villa Parker
The groom smiles at the bride from the altar
Bride places wedding ring on the groom's finger
The bride and groom share their first kiss at the Villa Parker
Bride and groom raise their hands in celebration at the altar
Newly weds bride and groom walk down the aisle holding hands at the Villa Parker
White tables with decorations in the Villa Parker reception area
View of the wedding party's table at the Villa Parker
A table card with the word "Eight" and white candles
Tarts and chocolate covered strawberries on the reception table
The bride and groom sign their wedding license in front of their best man and maid of honor
Guests cheer as the bride and groom walk into the reception at the Villa Parker
Groom twirls the bride as they enter the reception area at the Villa Parker
Father of the bride gives a toast at the reception
Bride and groom laugh as toasts are given
Father of the groom laughs as he gives a toast at the reception
Bride and best man cheer during toasts at the reception
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The bride and groom walk in front of rustic garage at the Villa Parker
The bride and groom kiss as the bride's veil flows behind her
The bride and groom pose in an archway at the Villa Parker
The bride and groom's hands, showcasing their wedding rings
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The bride and groom share their first dance at the Villa Parker
The groom smiles at the bride as she laughs during their first dance
The bride and groom smile at each other during their first dance
The bride and her father dance at the Villa Parker
The groom and his mother dance at the Villa Parker
Guests dance during the reception. atthe Villa Parker
Guests dance at the reception at the Villa Parker
The groomsmen surround the groom and dance
The bride dances with her guests during the reception
The bride and groom smile and point a finger at the photographer on the dance floor
The bride and groom pose with all their guests on the dane floor
The bride and groom leave the venue through a sparkler tunnel
Bride and groom sparkler exit at Villa Parker

Vendors:

Wedding Dress: BHLDN

Bride’s Shoes: Steve Madden

Groom’s Attire: Men’s Wearhouse

Invitations: Shutterfly

Wedding Planner: Grace & Co.

Caterer / Wedding Cake: Rocky Mountain Catering

Florist: Wildwood Floral

Hair & Makeup: Melissa King

DJ: DJ Connection