Telluride and Durango Wedding Photography

Weddings at Durango Mountain Resort

Posted on February 3, 2012 by beneng

Durango Mountain Resort, located 30 minutes North of Durango at the base the San Juan Mountains, is not only the local ski area but also a full-service wedding venue in the summer offering multiple sites with stunning mountain views, multiple reception sites with catering, on-site lodging, and full transportation services including to-and-from the Durango airport. For those still on the fence, I’ve put together some images to help show what your wedding at DMR can look like. Visit DMR’s website and contact Tori Ossola for booking info. Enjoy!

Overview photo of Durango Mountain Resorts wedding ceremony site at Dante's

Overview of the ceremony site at Dantes with Graysill Mountain in the background.

Photograph of the bride getting ready in the new lodge at Durango Mountain Resort

The ladies getting ready at the new lodge

Photo of the bride and groom getting married at Durango Mountain Resort's Dantes ceremony site

Ceremony at Dantes

Artistic wedding photography by Ben Eng at Durango Mountain Resort

Silhouette shot at Dantes with Engineer Mtn in the background

Artistic wedding photograph of the bride and groom at Durango Mountain Resort

Reflection of the Bride and Groom in a mirror at Dantes

Romantic photograph of the newlyweds at Durango Mountain Resorts Engineer site

The Newlyweds walking through the tall grass and flowers at the Engineer site

Photograph of the bride being walked down the aisle by her father at Durango Mountain Resort

The bride being walked down the aisle by her father at the Boyce Meadow site

Classic photograph of the bride and groom in the lift chair at Durango Mountain

Newlyweds in the lift chair at Dantes

Formal portrait of the wedding party at Durango Mountain

The entire wedding party lining up for a portrait at the Engineer site

Photograph of a ceremony at Durango Mountain

Ceremony at Boyce Meadow

Photo of the newlyweds walking down the aisle after being announced at Durango Mountain

The newlyweds walking down the aisle at Dantes

Overview photo of Dantes at Durango Mountain

View of the ceremony site at Dantes with the lodge in the background

Photo of the bridesmaids during a ceremony at Durango Mountain

The bridesmaids during a ceremony at Boyce Meadow

Photo of the cake cutting during a reception at Durango Mountain

Cake cutting at Purgy's

Photograph of a wedding ceremony at Dantes

Ceremony at Dantes with Graysill Mtn in the background

Romantic wedding photography by Telluride photography at Durango Mountain

The newlyweds makin' out in meadow at the Engineer site

Inside photograph of dantes at durango mountain

The master table in Dantes

photograph of the bride in dantes at durango mountain resort

Reception at Dantes

Inside photograph of Purgy's at Durango Mountain

Interior view of Purgy's during a reception

Artistic wedding photography by Telluride photographer Ben Eng at Durango Mountain Resort

Intimate portrait of the bride and groom at Dantes with Engineer Mtn in the background

Photograph of the first dance at the reception at Durango Mountain

Rippin' up the dance floor at Dante's during the first dance

Photograph of guests dancing during a wedding reception at Durango Mountain

Gusts dancing it up during a reception at Hoody's

Picture of a couple dancing at a reception at Durango Mountain

Dancing at Dantes

Picture of small children sleeping during a reception at Dantes at Durango Mountain Resort

Party's over...

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Durango Wedding Venue Blue Lake Ranch and Ridgewood Event Center

Posted on January 19, 2012 by beneng

With the wedding planning and booking season in full swing I thought I would share a few photos of Blue Lake Ranch and the Ridgewood Event center for those of you still deciding the perfect place to have your big day. Personally, I like the atmosphere of the buildings, the flower gardens, and views of the La Plata mountains.

View of the Ridgewood Event Center at Blue Lake Ranch during a beautiful Fall wedding

View of the Ridgewood Event Center at Blue Lake during a beautiful Fall wedding with a tent from Durango Party Rental to hold additional guests during the reception.

Newlyweds posing for a romantic formal photograph in the flower gardens at Blue Lake's Ridgewood Event Center

Newlyweds in Ridgewood's flower gardens

Artistic black and white wedding photography with a view of Blue Lake Ranch's Ridgewood Event Center

Portrait of the newlyweds in the rain out in front of the Ridgewood Event Center

Interior view of the Ridgewood Event Center during a wedding reception

Inside view of Ridgewood during a reception

Portait of the newlyweds in front of the La Plata's at twilight

Durango wedding photography at Blue Lake Ranch

Newlyweds in the flower gardens

Durango wedding photographer Ben Eng at Blue Lake Ranch

Bride and Groom at the head table inside Ridgewood

Durango wedding photographer at Blue Lake Ranch

First Dance at Ridgewood

Telluride Photography shooting a wedding at Ridgewood Event Center near Durango.

Guests mingling at Ridgewood

For booking information please visit http://www.bluelakeranch.com/

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Telluride Wedding Site Gorrono Ranch

Posted on January 15, 2012 by beneng

Now that the booking season is upon us I thought I would share a few photos for anyone considering using Gorrono Ranch for their wedding. Hands-down, Gorrono is one of my favorite places to shoot at.

Photograph from the Telluride wedding venue of Gorrono Ranch

Reflection of the main building in a window while the bride gets ready in the Saloon.

“Named for the family that built the ranch, Gorrono was once a Basque sheep herder’s farm in the 1800s. Recently renovated, today Gorrono Ranch is a favorite venue for weddings and events because of its authentic beauty, breathtaking views, and unsurpassed service. A truly magical place, Gorrono Ranch offers an extraordinary and private Colorado mountain experience. Located on the ski run above the Mountain Village core, Gorrono features multiple outdoor decks which boast Wilson Mountain Range as a backdrop. These decks provide the perfect venue for ceremonies and cocktail receptions. In addition, there are two smaller historical cabins that can be used as bride and groom dressing rooms, gaming rooms, or scotch tasting. The main lodge exudes rustic elegance with large dining rooms, stone fireplaces, and plenty of room for dancing and entertainment. The chef will customize a menu of culinary excellence to suit your event style. We pride ourselves in using the highest quality meats, seafood and produce to create in-season and regional dishes. We offer everything from a western barbeque buffet to elegant sit down dinners for your special event”

Photograph of a couple getting married at the Telluride Wedding Venue of Gorrono Ranch

Ceremony on the deck with Mt Wilson and Fall foliage in the background

Please visit the Gorrono page on the Telluride Ski Resorts website.

Photo of guests mingling during a reception at the Telluride wedding venue of Gorrono Ranch

Guests mingling outdoors in sight of Mt Wilson during the Fall.

Overview photo of the dining room at the Telluride wedding venue of Gorrono Ranch

View of the dining room.

Formal portrait of the bride and groom outside of the Telluride wedding site Gorrono.

Portrait of the newlyweds outside of Gorrono at dusk.

Interior photograph of Telluride's Gorrono wedding site.

Interior view of the dance floor in Gorrono

Exterior photograph of Telluride's Gorrono Ranch wedding venue.

Exterior view of Gorrono at night.

To see my full portfolio and more Gorrono weddings please visit my website at www.benengphotography.com

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Telluride Wedding Photographer in Mountain Village

Posted on January 12, 2012 by beneng

Congratulations to Loren and Erin who had a small, non-traditional wedding in Telluride, Colorado this past weekend!

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Durango Wedding Photography at Rotary Park

Posted on January 10, 2012 by beneng

Congratulations to Adrian and Sarah who were married on NYE at Rotary Park in Durango, Colorado, with the reception following downtown at the Elks Lodge. Catering was provided by Serious Texas BBQ, cake by The Yellow Carrot, flowers by April’s Garden, and hair and makeup by Hair Fusion.

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Telluride Wedding Photography At The Hacienda Vargas in Algodones, NM

Posted on December 1, 2011 by beneng

Congratulations to Holly and Eric who were married recently in the historic 200 year-old chapel at the Hacienda Vargas in Algodones, New Mexico, just under an hour north of Albuquerque. Holly and Eric had a very small, intimate ceremony with only their parents in attendance. Note the chili ristra bouquet- very New Mexican!

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Durango Wedding Photography at Blue Lake Ranch

Posted on November 13, 2011 by beneng

Congratulations to Zane and Sara who were married at Blue Lake Ranch’s Ridgewood Event Center this past September. Event catering provided by Nortons, DJ and sound system provided by Aiko Aiko, and flowers provided by Wildwoods.

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Durango on Dwellable

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Telluride Wedding Photography at San Sophia Overlook and Gorrono Ranch

Posted on November 1, 2011 by beneng

Congratulations to Toma and Candice from Denver, CO who were married recently at the San Sophia Overlook at the Telluride Ski Area with the reception following Gorrono Ranch. DJ services were provided by Aiko Aiko from Durango, cake provided locally by Jean Louis, and dress provided by Paloma Blanca.

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Telluride on Dwellable

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Durango Wedding Photography at Dalton Ranch

Posted on October 20, 2011 by beneng

Congratulations to my friends Erik and Annabel who were married at Dalton Ranch this past September. The reception followed at Mutu’s Italian Kitchen in downtown Durango, the cake was provided by the Yellow Carrot, DJ and lighting provided by Big O Productions, tuxedo rentals provided by Occasions, and flowers were provided by April’s Garden.

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Durango on Dwellable

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Durango Wedding Photography at Blue Lake Ranch

Posted on August 17, 2011 by beneng

Congratulations to Amy and Paul who were recently wed at The Ridgewood Event Center at Blue Lake Ranch just outside of Durango, Colorado. Hair styling was provided by Hair Fusion, DJ services were provided by Aiko Aiko, and catering was provided by The Yellow Carrot.