At ARBOR CREST WINERY
On the morning of their wedding, Courtney and David exchanged the sweetest, most sentimental gifts—delivered with love by their best man and maid of honor. Courtney surprised David with a journal full of a year of entries detailing their journey, what she loves about him, and sentimental memories, as well as a keychain engraved with their wedding date. In return, David gifted Courtney an elegant pearl necklace that blended seamlessly with the jewelry she was already wearing (truly serendipitous!), along with a personalized book stamp featuring her new last name. It was such a tender exchange, filled with thoughtfulness, joy, and all the romance of a wedding morning.
A sweet moment between the bride and her mother before beginning this next chapter
Courtney and David made their way to the iconic Arbor Crest Arch for their first look—a moment that was as tender as it was unforgettable. Tucked beneath the stone archway, they embraced the quiet together, sharing soft words, laughter, and a few tears as the weight of the day set in. From a distance, I captured the way they held each other close and exchanged their private vows, a beautifully intimate pause in the midst of such a joyful celebration.
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I mean, look at this couple! Their joy is just contagious!
As guests began to arrive, the grounds filled with the joyful hum of conversation as friends and family greeted one another and mingled in anticipation. From a quiet spot nearby, Courtney and David watched it all unfold—the people they loved most gathering to celebrate their story.
And then, at last, it was time for the ceremony to begin. Guests found their seats on the golden light–drenched grounds, the warm glow wrapping everything in a dreamy, romantic atmosphere—perfect for the vows that were about to be shared.
They practically skipped to their suite as newlywed husband and wife! When I saw them in the magical golden light I had to yell down the path to have another kiss, freezing this moment in time forever!
Once they had a celebratory champagne pop and the signed their marriage certificate, Courtney and David made their way to the reception—a stunning tented space overlooking the Spokane skyline. As the sun dipped lower on the horizon, painting the sky in soft, glowing colors, guests gathered to enjoy a beautiful dinner prepared by Beacon Hill Catering. Plates of roasted chicken, salmon, fresh vegetables, and warm bread were shared as laughter and conversation filled the golden evening air.
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After a delicious meal and the sweetest, most heartfelt toasts, the dance floor came alive with some of the most joyful, high-energy dancing I’ve ever witnessed.
The night drew to a close with Courtney and David dashing through a tunnel of their loved ones’ arms to their getaway car, adorned in classic wedding décor—a truly perfect ending to a perfect day.
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