A bride and groom laughing together before their wedding ceremony at Canyon of the Eagles in Burnet, Texas.

What’s better than photographing a wedding? Photographing a wedding for two people who share one of your biggest passions!

When Carolyn and Travis asked me to capture their special day, I knew it wasn’t going to be an ordinary celebration. We’ve crossed paths many times through NICA, a youth mountain biking league (I can go on about how great this organization is for a while, but I’ll spare you and just recommend checking out this blog post if you’re curious). While we hadn’t had the chance really connect at NICA events before, working with a couple who share a similar enthusiasm for the sport and what it represents has been on my bucket list since I started photographing weddings.

A bride and groom walk through a foliage tunnel at Canyon of the Eagles in Burnet, Texas.

The location they chose to say their vows and celebrate with friends and family? Canyon of the Eagles - a stunning example of how breathtaking the Texas landscape can be with cabins nestled among the hills, miles of hiking and biking trails ready to be explored, and a panoramic view of Lake Buchanan adds a natural magic to wedding photos. .

After the ceremony, we captured some family photos and a few portraits against a Texas sunset that couldn’t have been more perfect if we’d painted it ourselves. Canyon of the Eagles doesn’t do “ordinary” sunsets – the sky transformed into a beautiful canvas of pinks and oranges, almost as if it was giving the couple its own wedding gift.

After the ceremony, the fun really took off! As soon as the sun dipped behind the lake, LostNFound, the DJ, got everyone on their feet, and the party kicked into high gear. The dance floor was packed from the first beat to the last—no one wanted to miss a moment! Friends and family laughed, twirled, and threw their hands up to every song, turning the evening into a wild, joy-filled celebration. Carolyn and Travis’s love for adventure was reflected in the lively energy around them, and you could feel how each guest was sharing in their excitement. The evening was filled with laughter, dancing, and more than a few moves that would make anyone smile. It was the perfect way to celebrate the adventurous life they’re building together.

Carolyn and Travis’s wedding wasn’t just a celebration of love – it was a tribute to the adventurous, outdoorsy life they’re ready to keep living side by side. Here’s to the miles of trails they have ahead of them!

Venue/Catering: Canyon of the Eagles

Cake: Liz Graf Cakes

DJ: Caleb Calderon @LostNFound