A wedding couple stands silhouetted against a desert landscape with mountains in the background during golden hour.
A couple in wedding attire stands together against a rustic mountain landscape with wooden fences and dry grasslands.

wedding day

Emily and Bennett are the kind of couple that instantly make you smile. They’re outdoorsy, kind, and completely comfortable being themselves together. When they told us they were getting married in Stanley, Idaho, we knew it was going to be something special.


A Sweet (and Slightly Nervous) Groom

One of our favorite parts of the day was watching Bennett before the ceremony. He was a little nervous — the kind of nervous that’s actually really sweet to see. You could tell how much the moment meant to him.

Those moments are always some of our favorites to photograph — they’re real, unfiltered, and full of emotion.

 

White chairs set up for an outdoor wedding ceremony with majestic mountain peaks creating a stunning backdrop.

The Sawtooths as a Wedding Backdrop

Their ceremony took place outside of the beautiful Sawtooth Meditation Chapel, a rustic little chapel tucked into the Sawtooth Valley with the towering mountain peaks rising behind it. With the wide open fields, crisp mountain air, and those iconic jagged peaks in the distance, every direction you turn feels like it could be a postcard. If you’re looking for a place to get married in the mountains, Stanley is truly amazing.

 

 

 

 

Guests seated in white chairs at an outdoor wedding ceremony with dramatic mountain peaks in the background.

Why We Love Weddings Like This

Jen and I absolutely loved photographing this wedding. The people were amazing, the scenery was unreal, and Stanley always feels like a little adventure.


One of the unexpected perks of photographing weddings out there is the drive. Those long road hours back home give us time to decompress, talk through the day, and nerd out about photography, moments, and the photos we’re excited about.

Emily and Bennett’s wedding gave us a lot to talk about.

And we wouldn’t have it any other way.

 

-GALLERY BELOW-

 

Wedding rings on rustic wood with soft focus flowers in foreground.
Panoramic view of a desert landscape with mountains and sagebrush under dramatic cloudy skies at sunset.
A raised arm gestures against a dramatic mountain landscape with wispy clouds at sunset.
A flowing white wedding dress catches sunlight in a desert landscape with mountains in the background.
A romantic wedding photoshoot in a desert setting with mountains and golden light.
A couple embraces in a golden wheat field during sunset with mountains in the background.
Wedding couple embracing in a scenic mountain field at sunset with dramatic lighting and flowing veil.
Scenic desert wedding venue with mountain backdrop and dramatic sunset lighting.
Wedding couple poses in desert landscape with mountains and golden sunlight.
Panoramic mountain landscape at sunset with dramatic sunburst through clouds over desert terrain.
Scenic mountain vista with sun rays breaking through clouds over arid desert landscape.
Newlyweds share an intimate moment on rocky terrain with mountains and dramatic sky in the background.
Soft focus romantic shots of a couple in a field with dreamy lighting effects.
Wedding ceremony setup in desert with wooden benches and mountain vista backdrop.
A couple sits together on rustic wooden logs against a dramatic mountain landscape and desert terrain.
Weathered driftwood logs lie scattered on a beach against a cloudy sky and mountain backdrop.
Romantic sunset photoshoot in desert landscape with mountain silhouettes.
A couple embraces during their wedding photoshoot against a mountain backdrop at sunset.
Interior of rustic wooden cabin with large windows showcasing mountain views.
Rugged mountain range rises above desert plains under bright sunlight.
A couple walks together across a scenic desert landscape with mountains in the distance.
Wedding ceremony setup in an open field with mountain ranges in the distance.
A couple in wedding attire dances playfully in a desert landscape with mountains in the background.
A bride in a flowing white dress twirls in a field with mountains in the background.
Interior view of rustic wooden chapel with rows of empty pews and large windows letting in natural light.
Rustic chapel interior with wooden beams and rows of burgundy pews bathed in warm light.
Couple sharing intimate moment while sitting in vintage wooden church pews.
Romantic wedding scene inside rustic wooden cabin with soft natural lighting and floral bouquet details.
A couple sits together in vintage wooden church pews during an intimate moment.
Silhouetted figures against bright windows in rustic wooden interior.
A romantic moment captured in a desert landscape with mountains in the background.
A wedding couple stands in an open field with majestic mountain peaks rising in the distance.
Silhouettes dancing across desert landscape with mountains in background during golden hour.
Wedding dress flowing gracefully against a desert backdrop with rugged mountains.
Close-up details of wedding attire showing white dress and brown suit in outdoor setting.
A wedding couple embraces in front of a rustic wooden fence with mountain vistas in the distance.
A rustic outdoor wedding scene with wooden fences and mountain landscapes in the background.
A scenic desert landscape with mountains in the background and a rustic wooden fence in the foreground.
A panoramic view of a wedding ceremony in a desert landscape with distant mountains.
Newlyweds pose together against rustic wooden fence with mountain landscape in background.
A couple shares a romantic moment in formal attire against a desert mountain backdrop.
A couple celebrates their wedding day in a rustic field with mountain peaks in the background on a sunny afternoon.
Close-up of hands with wedding rings resting on weathered wooden surface.
A series of detailed shots showing a rustic dried flower boutonniere pinned to a tweed suit jacket lapel.
Close-up detail of brown tweed suit jacket with colorful floral boutonniere.
Romantic moment captured in rustic chapel setting with floral details.
Delicate floral arrangement with peach dahlias and blue flowers adorning a white wedding dress.
Sunlit chapel interior with wooden beams and mountain views through large windows.
Interior of a rustic wooden barn venue with natural light streaming through windows.
Wide desert landscape with distant mountains and figures walking across scrubland.
A panoramic view of a desert landscape with mountains and wooden fencing stretching into the distance.
Wedding couple walking hand in hand through open field with mountains and wooden fence in background.
A couple shares an intimate moment with a stunning bouquet of pink dahlias and blue flowers against a mountain backdrop.
A romantic wedding moment captured in front of mountain scenery with a vibrant bouquet of wildflowers.
Wedding bouquet with colorful flowers and rings captured in natural light.
White chairs arranged for an outdoor wedding ceremony with mountain views.
Wedding ceremony gathering with mountain vista in background.
Wedding ceremony setup with white chairs arranged outdoors against mountain backdrop.
White chairs set up for an outdoor wedding ceremony with majestic mountain views.
Wedding guests seated in white chairs for an outdoor ceremony with mountain vistas.
Outdoor wedding ceremony with mountain backdrop and white chairs on grassy hillside.
Panoramic mountain landscape viewed through multiple window panes with silhouettes of people gathering outside.
Wedding ceremony details showing formal attire and hands during the service.
A scenic outdoor wedding ceremony with mountains in the background and guests seated on wooden benches.
A small outdoor wedding ceremony takes place against majestic mountain scenery with white chairs set up on grass.
Newlyweds walking together on a desert path with dramatic mountain scenery.
Panoramic view of couple in wedding attire walking through golden field with mountain backdrop.
Close-up of wedding rings with delicate details on a textured surface.