Calista & Jaden’s Mountain Top Wedding in Pincher Creek

Before this wedding, I had never been to Pincher Creek and but I knew some history of Crowsnest Pass – the Frank Slide and the rum running during prohibition. When Calista and Jaden’s wedding weekend arrived, I excitedly loaded up my photography gear and headed south. I arrived well after dark and saw nothing of the views until the next morning. Wow! The area was rugged and stunning.

Calista and Jaden chose to marry at Castle Mountain Resort, overlooking those beautiful views. Being so far into the mountains, autumn was coming early and there was a chill in the air. The persimmon and sage colours chosen for the day complimented the autumn hues and gave the ladies a rosy look in the crisp air. There were plenty of tears from bridesmaids, Calista, and even Jaden throughout the ceremony. He may also have to give a master class on writing vows as I’ve never heard such heartfelt, eloquent vows in all my years of weddings. If nothing else, those vows alone would have made the tears flow.

We traveled in a caravan to several locations that Calista and Jaden had decided on beforehand and after a brief hike up a hill, I can still hear the gasps from a few of the ladies at the sight of the newlyweds against the mountain backdrop. “You like straight of a magazine!” They really did, though.

The day ended with dancing, sunglasses, and DJ lights on the dance floor. Everyone was having an amazing time and the dancing was still in full swing when I packed up for the night.

Calista and Jaden – thank you for inviting me out to Pincher Creek for your wedding day. Ten out of ten would do again.

All portraits taken at Castle Mountain Resort, Carbondale Staging Area, and Emerald Lake near Crowsnest Pass.

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Hair: Julena Andrew (sister of the bride)

Make-Up: MAS Makeup Artist, Calgary

Bride’s Dress: Durand Bridal, Calgary

Bridesmaid’s Dresses: David’s Bridal

Menswear: Moores Clothing for Men

Florals: SEEDS Flower Shop, Pincher Creek

Ceremony Venue: Castle Mountain Resort, Pincher Creek

Officiant: Caleb Andrew (brother of the bride)

Reception Venue: Elks Hall, Blairmore