Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 08:13 AM
Jip & Megan are the type of people who light up a room. They have this intrinsic joy that radiates from them. It is physically hard not to smile when you are around them :) They see the world for all the possibility and hope that is posses and want to leave it a better place. They see the good in others and they choose to love even when it is hard.

These two got in touch with us about a year ago when they were just in the beginning stages of planning their destination event in Durango, Colorado. They met in Durango as camp counselors and have spent most of their summers there through college, so Durango is a very special place for them. I was so excited when they told me the story of how they met and where their wedding would be because ironically enough, I too was a counselor at the same camp in Durango when I was in college! I love Durango! It is a magical little place in the southwest settled in the mountains. It is beautiful. Megan & Jip had an outdoor wedding with a view that could take your breath away. There is something about the mountains that always puts me in my place and reminds me of how small I am in this giant big creation.  

Megan wore her poppy's old cowboy boots for the wedding, they carried such special meaning to her since he wasn't able to be with them at the wedding. These two had a ceremony that was real, deep and so personal. When these two say something you know they mean it. We were so excited & honored to be a part of their big day. Cheers to you Megan & Jip!

Coordinator: Sarah & Donna Troop
Catering: Durango Gourmet
Photographers: Chris & Sarah Rhoads





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Liz says: Friday, June 25, 2010, 08:45 PM

Simply stunning. I cannot even choose a favourite!

HannahTaylor says: Friday, June 25, 2010, 07:25 PM

I think this is one of my favorite weddings!!

Justin says: Friday, June 25, 2010, 09:19 AM

Probably one of your best weddings.
Simplicity. You guys rock at that!

Alex Beadon says: Thursday, June 24, 2010, 05:57 AM

Beautiful, beautiful work.

anda says: Wednesday, June 23, 2010, 05:31 PM

simply gorgeous. the mood is captured so well ... i feel like i wish i were at this wedding.

Megan Eckers says: Wednesday, June 23, 2010, 01:42 PM

Whenever I'm in the mood to be completely blown away, I come to your blog. I love everything you do, seriously. God has blessed you with such talent!

Truc says: Wednesday, June 23, 2010, 04:05 AM

The images in the field are stunning! I love this wedding!

arenda says: Wednesday, June 23, 2010, 12:54 AM

wow! is that a record for biggest wedding party you guys have shot? that's a lot of people!
love the rose petal throwing shot -
and the way the wind is making her veil move in the first field shot -
and the general love that shines through each photo!

Kevin Wrenn Photography says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 09:34 PM

Ring shot, ring behind veil, father crying, rose pedals in air, shall i keep going? WOW! You guys are MACHINES! awesome awesome awesome!!!

yan palmer says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 09:19 PM

nicely done mr. and mrs. rhoads. you never fail to impress and inspire with your storytelling. so great the way each and every image, including the ones without people, capture or convey emotion.

Epiphany Clark says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 02:59 PM

Sarah,

You did a fabulous job! These pictures are absolutely breathtaking. It was so fun getting to meet you and be apart of Megan and Jip's story with you! Continue using your gift, it is a blessing to others.

Nirav Patel says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 12:47 PM

I LOVE the rose shot...and the rest of them :).

Patricia E says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 10:33 AM

Beautiful! Love these. Makes me miss Colorado so much more.

Garrett Davis Photography says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 09:31 AM

Amazing! Great work as always. Isn't that venue incredible?! I photographed a wedding out there last year, sooo beautiful. Did you run into Blue Lake Ranch's pet cat? That cat jumped into every formal photo it could when I was shooting :)
-Garrett

GeorgeH says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 09:18 AM

beautiful colors on the details

tara leigh says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 09:10 AM

what an adorable couple!! such joyful and gorgeous photos. i always love when you post new work!

kirsten says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 09:08 AM

i can *sense* their genuine happiness and your photos portray it beautifully.

Stephanie Motz Skinner says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 09:07 AM

Wow! What a beautiful wedding. Great job at capturing the love and personality.

Katie says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 08:47 AM

It would be impossible to pick a favorite. LOVE them all! You really captured the emotion, which is SO awesome!

Ryan Klos says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 08:39 AM

You two have such a knack for capturing emotion in the details. I love it!