denver wedding photographer | jessie & shawn

“Beer is living proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.”  –Benjamin Franklin

He was a bartender.  She was in a group of girls that would come to the bar after work, mainly on Thursday nights.  He noticed her but kept doing his thing.  She listened to her teacher friends decompress, not having much to add.
She hit him with her everything one cold day as she came in and took off her coat.  He froze and watched the light bounce off her blonde hair.  That was it for him.  After that, this girl was watched and gazed.  And they began to talk. 
And he began to bring her the wrong beers.  A little of twitterpation, a little of the excuse for him to talk to her again. 

He showed her around the brewery and he kissed her in the cooler.  She pulled him close and gave him a good one.  She meant it.   That began their love story, and they were both ready.

He proposed and they began planning this day that would start their real lives Together.

Shawn & Jessie chose the gorgeous Mt. Vernon Garden in Washington Park in Denver to seal their forever, and it couldn’t have been more beautiful.  Cooler would have been appreciated, but it was absolutely simple and gorgeous.

Jessie was beautiful.  She was channeling  Jean Harlow in the classic, retro style with her touches of soprano flair.  She’s a diva in the best way. 

She had no problem working it for me, and had a little fun along the way!  She was waiting for her First Look with Shawn, and we were trying to keep her from melting in the heat!

Shawn and Jessie opted to do what is called a “First Look.”  It’s not the traditional wait-to-see-your-bride-as-she’s-walking-down-the-aisle, but the reaction was authentic, sincere and very tender.  There are so many benefits to starting this NEW tradition, that I think brides and grooms (especially), should consider this as part of their wedding day plans.  It’s a few moments alone to hug, kiss, and cry before the public wedding ceremony. 

And it’s time to get the show on the road!

Love this one.  So tender. 

Finally!!!!  Mr. & Mrs. Hyde!! 

Jessie’s reaction when Shawn tells her what they’re leaving the ceremony in.  Look at the officiant’s face!

We then walked around the gardens and had a little fun.  I love this one!  Jessie is a quirky funny girl. 

They were awesome to work with, even in the heat.  I love this series.

This one, too.  Canvas, anyone? 

The reception was at the famous Dry Dock Brewing Company, with a delicious beer and cheese pairing.  Famous, because it’s where they met and had their first kiss. 

Shawn absolutely adores Jessie, and he made sure everyone there knew it.  He was so sentimental and I LOVE the way she looks at him.

If you meet at a bar, it’s only appropriate that you have your wedding dance ON the bar.  It was cool!

Special friends and family were invited to the back for a tasting of the Octoberfest beer, which was traditionally brewed for the King and Queen’s wedding day.  It was a tribute to Jessie and Shawn, and it was also very good. 

Where it all began!  

No reception would be complete without full-volume, everyone in the bar, singing “Piano Man” which is apparently a Thursday night tradition between Dean and Shawn. 

Shawn and Jessie Hyde  | engaged [3.26.2010]  | married [8.22.2010]

Mt. Vernon Garden, Washingon Park | Denver, CO

Shawn | Financial Professional, AXA
Jessie | Paralegal

 

 

This was the funniest thing!!!! She had no idea this chic was sunbathing right next to her! 

Congratulations, Shawn & Jessie!  Thanks for teaching us about beer and true love!