Brittany & Dalton’s Moody Wedding at Black Canyon Inn

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Brittany and Dalton’s wedding at Black Canyon Inn in Estes Park is what gothic romanticism dreams are made of! The couple utilized the venue’s Homestead site which was the perfect backdrop for dramatic ceremony views and moody ambiance for their reception. Julia Susanne Photography’s warm, cinematic style, captured their wedding day gorgeously, not only in the imagery, but also in the palpable mood coming through each photo.

Their first look was at the iconic pond on the venue’s property, where Brittany crossed the wooden bridge for an intimate moment with Dalton prior to their ceremony. Nature was working hand in hand with the couple, bringing in rainstorms during their ceremony, reflecting a moody atmosphere and Brittany reflects that this was her favorite moment of their wedding day.

“Our ceremony was during a thunderstorm. We said our vows with thunder booming through the canyon and lightning shooting across the sky. There was a beautiful mist in the air as we cried and told each other what we meant to one another.” – Brittany Thorns

After their ceremony, the wedding moved indoors for an intimate, moody reception. The couple’s cake was decorated with decadent, textured frosting and topped with two birds lovingly carved by the bride’s grandfather.

Moody ceremony flowers featuring white and blush blooms with deep burgundy dahlias and textured grasses
Brittany and Dalton sharing an intimate moment on wooden bridge overlooking pond
White wedding cake decorated with dried flowers and two bird figurines reading "Mr & Mrs"
Groom reading wedding vows to bride during ceremony
Outdoor wedding ceremony with mountain backdrop and pine trees at Black Canyon Inn
Intimate candlelit reception table set with glassware and tall pillar candles in rustic barn venue with exposed wood beams
Brittany and Dalton embrace in outdoor portrait, groom kissing bride's forehead with moody forest background
Elegant wedding reception table setting with white linens, blue glassware, and gold napkin rings
Groom in black tuxedo and bow tie standing by pond at Black Canyon Inn
Wedding directional sign for Brittany and Dalton next to Homestead at Black Canyon Inn wooden sign
Bride and groom reflected in pond with mountains and overcast sky behind them
Bride and groom wearing custom cowboy hats share a kiss at western-themed wedding
Rustic log cabin reception hall with candlelit tables and ivory linens at Black Canyon Inn
Elegant dessert table with white cake, cookies, brownies, candles, and floral arrangements
Cards and Gifts sign next to a card box with white flowers and dried floral accents on reception table
Tattooed arm holding bridal bouquet with white anemones, peach roses, and burgundy dahlias against forest backdrop
Strapless white wedding gown hanging in window overlooking mountain lake with bridal shoes below
First look moment with groom waiting on wooden bridge as bride approaches in flowing gown
Elegant plated appetizers arranged in a row on burgundy table runner for wedding reception
Newlyweds cutting their white wedding cake together during indoor reception
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