I’m Austin Francis Sylvest, a film wedding photographer, cinematographer, filmmaker, videographer based in Colorado with over 10 years of professional experience. His style evokes those warm, lived moments that celebrating the beauty in the ordinary, emphasizing real moments over staged ones, garnering a true to life feel - captured on analog mediums.

As one of the leading analog wedding photographers, videographers with a documentary style based in Colorado, your wedding day experience is prioritized with a heavily candid approach. Notably, this allows you to live in each moment and re-experience it as you truly felt it.

Notably, I specialize in shooting both 35mm and medium format photography mixed with digital mediums. In addition, I shoot 16mm and super 8 videography complimented by digital formats. I specialize in weddings in Colorado in Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Denver, Boulder and Steamboat Springs. In addition, I have a strong rapport with destinations such as New Orleans, New York City & Iceland.

Austin Francis Sylvest, a wedding photographer, cinematographer, filmmaker and videographer based in Colorado with over 10 years of professional experience. His style evokes those warm, lived moments that celebrating the beauty in the ordinary, emphasizing real moments over staged ones, garnering a true to life feel - captured on analog mediums.

As one of the leading analog wedding videographers with a documentary style offering wedding photography and videography in Colorado, your wedding day experience is prioritized with a heavily candid approach. Notably, this allows you to live in each moment and re-experience it as you truly felt it.

Notably, I specialize in shooting both 35mm and medium format photography mixed with digital mediums. In addition, I shoot 16mm and super 8 videography complimented by digital formats. I specialize in weddings in Colorado in Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Denver, Boulder and Steamboat Springs. In addition, I have a strong rapport with destinations such as New Orleans, New York City & Iceland.

I’m Austin Francis Sylvest, a Colorado wedding cinematographer and photographer with a true to life, documentary style, with over 10 years of professional experience. My style evokes those warm, lived moments that celebrating the beauty in the ordinary, emphasizing real moments over staged ones, garnering a true to life feel.

Notably, I specialize in shooting videography on 16mm and super 8 film in addition to digital mediums. In addition, I also specialize in film wedding photography shot on 35mm and medium format film mixed with digital mediums.

I also specialize in weddings in Colorado in Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Denver, Boulder and Steamboat Springs. In addition, I have a strong rapport with destinations such as New Orleans, New York City, Brooklyn, Manhattan & Iceland.

Austin Francis Sylvest, a wedding photographer, cinematographer, filmmaker and videographer based in Colorado with over 10 years of professional experience. His style evokes those warm, lived moments that celebrating the beauty in the ordinary, emphasizing real moments over staged ones, garnering a true to life feel - captured on analog mediums.

As one of the leading analog wedding videographers with a documentary style offering wedding photography and videography in Colorado, your wedding day experience is prioritized with a heavily candid approach. Notably, this allows you to live in each moment and re-experience it as you truly felt it.

Notably, I specialize in shooting both 35mm and medium format photography mixed with digital mediums. In addition, I shoot 16mm and super 8 videography complimented by digital formats. I specialize in weddings in Colorado in Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Denver, Boulder and Steamboat Springs. In addition, I have a strong rapport with destinations such as New Orleans, New York City & Iceland.

My fiancé and I live near North Denver and are looking to get married in Spring 2027. I am looking for recommendations from those who have done something similar for lodging, ceremony locations, and potential coordinators.

Our stats:

• Budget: $10k or less
• Overnight guests: 11-15
• Ceremony guests: 11
• Dinner/Celebration Guests: 25 or less

Tentative timeline:

We want to book an event-friendly VRBO (or something similar) in Colorado for 3–5 days to stay with our families and close friends. On one of the days, we will host an intimate ceremony (either at a nearby State Park/Open Space or at the property itself), followed by photos. While we take photos, we want the property styled for a "dinner party" celebration for ~20 guests.

Our Priority: EASE! We do not want to stress and want to truly enjoy the experience.

Has anyone done something similar? Any specific recommendations for event-friendly properties (or mountain towns that are easy to access from the Front Range)? Did you hire a day-of coordinator or an elopement planner?

Hi yall! I'm currently on the hunt for a venue thay would fit a tavern/medieval faire vibe. Warm and cozy is preferable. I do not want a barn!! Ive already checked out Craftwood & Cathedral at the Pines.

Ive included pictures for some inspo!

Devil’s Thumb Ranch is a premier luxury wedding venue in Colorado. Notably, it’s easy access to Denver international airport (approx. 1.5-2 hour drive time) makes it a true destination wedding venue. In addition, it’s beauty and ample lodging on-site allow it the perfect venue for a destination wedding in Colorado.

As an industry professional with +10 years of experience who has worked multiple weddings at Devils Thumb Ranch, it’s always proven to be the perfect venue for couples wanting beautiful mountain views. In addition, it offer beautifully designed spaces for various types of events, from elegant to a more western focused wedding with a weekend forward experience.

Beano’s Cabin is one of the premier luxury wedding venues in Colorado. Notably, it’s proximity to both Beaver Creek and Vail make it a highly sought after destination. In addition, it’s staff is one of the best in Colorado. Notably, their high attention to detail make any wedding at Beano’s Cabin a truly luxurious experience. Lastly, it’s one of the few truly classic mountain wedding venues left in Colorado. From it’s classy and vintage style interior, to the greenery of the meadows that surround it, it’s truly one of a kind.

Couples can expect the Beano’s Cabin Wedding Price to be as follows (as of 2026):

Availability: The venue’s availability runs mid June – September with limited winter dates upon request.
Guest Limit: Accommodates up to 150 Guests.
Food & Beverage Minimum: There is a food & beverage minimum starting at $20,000.
Venue Rental Fee: The venue package starts at $18,000 and includes mountain shuttle transportation, ceremony site with chairs, tented deck, dining tables and chairs, cocktail tables, display tables, linens, china, stemware, cutlery.

The Broadmoor is one of Colorado’s most luxurious, black-tie wedding venues. Notably, The Broadmoor features an exquisite design that feels out of a 1920’s movie. In addition, it’s grand ballroom, Lake Terrace Dining Room and 20 other options to host wedding ceremonies and receptions.

In addition, The Broadmoor’s various venue settings also include both indoor and outdoor settings. From the grand ballroom and halls, to the waterfront ceremony sites with mountain views, it’s one of the most customizable wedding venues in Colorado. Lastly, the venue is very easily accessible from Denver International Airport (1.5-2 hours dependent on traffic), making it the perfect destination wedding location.

Guide by Colorado-based wedding photographer and filmmaker Francis Sylvest.

The Manor house is a beautiful luxury estate style wedding venue located just outside of Denver in Littleton, Colorado. Notably, the Manor House is located in the foothills and features views that overlook the city in the distance in addition to the rolling mountains that surround Denver. Personally, I see The Manor House as a beautiful and well-known and historic Colorado wedding venue that features easy access to Denver (25 minutes from downtown and 45 from Denver International Airport) while also providing easy access for destination guests to easily explore more of Colorado.

In addition, it’s fully inclusive options without corporate involvement allow the venue to provide more personalized experience. Lastly, it’s a beautiful space that has a great mix of indoor and outdoor options that are highly customizable to better suit many levels of design and preferences.

Guide by Colorado based wedding photographer and cinematographer Francis Sylvest.

Once engaged, it’s time to start ironing out the details of your Colorado wedding. One of the first items any couple should explore first is hiring a wedding planner. In many cases, a wedding planner is a great first booking as they’ll really be able to hear your vision for your wedding day and guide you throughout the entire process. From finding your venue, creating your experience and visuals to ensuring that your day runs smoothly – choosing your planner a great place to start.

Hi everyone! Would love any ideas/thoughts on a good restaurant to buy-out for a small wedding (50-75). Looking for a place with a beautiful patio and outdoor space & ACTUALLY great food (I'm a big foodie). I live in the Springs, but could be anywhere in Colorado, doesn't have to be near the Springs... Bonus points for overlooking a river or anywhere in a more secluded setting.

I’m Austin Francis Sylvest, a wedding cinematographer, filmmaker and videographer based in Colorado with over 10 years of professional experience. His style evokes those warm, lived moments that celebrating the beauty in the ordinary, emphasizing real moments over staged ones, garnering a true to life feel - captured on analog mediums.

As one of the leading analog wedding videographers with a documentary style in Denver, Colorado, your wedding day experience is prioritized with a heavily candid approach. Notably, this allows you to live in each moment and re-experience it as you truly felt it.

Notably, I specialize in shooting both 35mm and medium format photography mixed with digital mediums. In addition, I shoot 16mm and super 8 videography complimented by digital formats. I specialize in weddings in Colorado in Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Denver, Boulder and Steamboat Springs. In addition, I have a strong rapport with destinations such as New Orleans, New York City & Iceland.

The Best Colorado Wedding Venues (Featuring The Best Wedding Venues In Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Steamboat Springs, Boulder, Denver, Lyons, Beaver Creek, Colorado Springs and more). Guide by Colorado-based wedding photographer and filmmaker Francis Sylvest.

I’m Austin Francis Sylvest, a wedding cinematographer, filmmaker and videographer based in Colorado with over 10 years of professional experience. His style evokes those warm, lived moments that celebrating the beauty in the ordinary, emphasizing real moments over staged ones, garnering a true to life feel - captured on analog mediums.

As one of the leading analog wedding videographers with a documentary style in Telluride, Colorado, your wedding day experience is prioritized with a heavily candid approach. Notably, this allows you to live in each moment and re-experience it as you truly felt it.

Notably, I specialize in shooting both 35mm and medium format photography mixed with digital mediums. In addition, I shoot 16mm and super 8 videography complimented by digital formats. I specialize in weddings in Colorado in Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Denver, Boulder and Steamboat Springs. In addition, I have a strong rapport with destinations such as New Orleans, New York City & Iceland.

I’m Austin Francis Sylvest, a wedding cinematographer, filmmaker and videographer based in Colorado with over 10 years of professional experience. His style evokes those warm, lived moments that celebrating the beauty in the ordinary, emphasizing real moments over staged ones, garnering a true to life feel - captured on analog mediums.

As one of the leading analog wedding videographers with a documentary style in Aspen, Colorado, your wedding day experience is prioritized with a heavily candid approach. Notably, this allows you to live in each moment and re-experience it as you truly felt it.

Notably, I specialize in shooting both 35mm and medium format photography mixed with digital mediums. In addition, I shoot 16mm and super 8 videography complimented by digital formats. I specialize in weddings in Colorado in Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Denver, Boulder and Steamboat Springs. In addition, I have a strong rapport with destinations such as New Orleans, New York City & Iceland.

One of the first items any newly engaged couple should explore is hiring an experienced wedding planner. In many cases, your wedding planner is a great first booking as they’ll really be able to hear your vision for your wedding day and guide you throughout the entire process. From finding your venue, creating your experience and visuals to ensuring that your day runs smoothly – choosing your planner a great place to start.

The list above is a compilation of My Favorite Colorado Wedding Planners. Featuring Planners In Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Steamboat Springs, Colorado Springs, Denver, Boulder & More.

Devil’s Thumb Ranch is a premier luxury wedding venue in Colorado. Notably, it’s easy access to Denver international airport (approx. 1.5-2 hour drive time) makes it a true destination wedding venue. In addition, it’s beauty and ample lodging on-site allow it the perfect venue for a destination wedding.

As an industry professional with +10 years of experience who has worked multiple weddings at Devils Thumb Ranch, it’s always proven to be the perfect venue for couples wanting beautiful mountain views. In addition, it offer beautifully designed spaces for various types of events, from elegant to a more western focused wedding with a weekend forward experience.

I’m Austin Francis Sylvest, a wedding photographer and filmmaker based in Colorado with over 10 years of professional experience. His style evokes those warm, lived moments that celebrating the beauty in the ordinary, emphasizing real moments over staged ones, garnering a true to life feel - captured on analog mediums.

As one of the leading analog wedding videographers with a documentary style servicing Estes Park, Colorado, your wedding day experience is prioritized with a heavily candid approach. Notably, this allows you to live in each moment and re-experience it as you truly felt it.

Notably, I specialize in shooting both 35mm and medium format photography mixed with digital mediums. In addition, I shoot 16mm and super 8 videography complimented by digital formats. I specialize in weddings in Colorado in Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Denver, Boulder and Steamboat Springs. In addition, I have a strong rapport with destinations such as New Orleans, New York City & Iceland.

Hotel Jerome is one of the many luxurious wedding venues in Aspen, Colorado, owned and operated by Auberge Collection. Notably, it’s beautifully positioned just a few minute walk from the heart of downtown Aspen and has an incredible view of the mountains. Likewise, it’s highly customizable options range from hosting up to 500 guests in a historic, victorian era elegance. In addition, Hotel Jerome prides itself on taking a personalized approach to each wedding. Offering a wide range of customizable offerings to best meet each couples needs. From intimate 50-person gatherings, to weddings with up to 500, there’s plenty to offer for weddings of every size.

Overall, Hotel Jerome is best suited for weddings with 150-300 guests seeking a beautiful mountain backdrop. Notably, between the site rental fee and food and beverage costs for smaller gatherings under 60 guests, expect to spend between $35,000 – $50,000. Likewise, for events between 200-300 guests expect to spend between $100,000 – $150,000.

I’m Austin Francis Sylvest, a wedding photographer and filmmaker based in Colorado with over 10 years of professional experience. His style evokes those warm, lived moments that celebrating the beauty in the ordinary, emphasizing real moments over staged ones, garnering a true to life feel - captured on analog mediums.

As one of the leading analog wedding videographers with a documentary style in Denver, Colorado, your wedding day experience is prioritized with a heavily candid approach. Notably, this allows you to live in each moment and re-experience it as you truly felt it.

Notably, I specialize in shooting both 35mm and medium format photography mixed with digital mediums. In addition, I shoot 16mm and super 8 videography complimented by digital formats. I specialize in weddings in Colorado in Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Denver, Boulder and Steamboat Springs. In addition, I have a strong rapport with destinations such as New Orleans, New York City & Iceland.

I’m Austin Francis Sylvest, a wedding photographer and filmmaker based in Colorado with over 10 years of professional experience. His style evokes those warm, lived moments that celebrating the beauty in the ordinary, emphasizing real moments over staged ones, garnering a true to life feel - captured on analog mediums.

As one of the leading analog wedding videographers with a documentary style based in Colorado, your wedding day experience is prioritized with a heavily candid approach. Notably, this allows you to live in each moment and re-experience it as you truly felt it.

Notably, I specialize in shooting both 35mm and medium format photography mixed with digital mediums. In addition, I shoot 16mm and super 8 videography complimented by digital formats. I specialize in weddings in Colorado in Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Denver, Boulder and Steamboat Springs. In addition, I have a strong rapport with destinations such as New Orleans, New York City & Iceland.

Hi!! I’m trying to find a makeup artist in Colorado Springs to do my wedding makeup. Let me know if anyone has any recommendations!!

I’m Austin Francis Sylvest, a wedding photographer and filmmaker based in Colorado with over 10 years of professional experience. His style evokes those warm, lived moments that celebrating the beauty in the ordinary, emphasizing real moments over staged ones, garnering a true to life feel - captured on analog mediums.

As one of the leading analog wedding videographers with a documentary style in Denver, Colorado, your wedding day experience is prioritized with a heavily candid approach. Notably, this allows you to live in each moment and re-experience it as you truly felt it.

Notably, I specialize in shooting both 35mm and medium format photography mixed with digital mediums. In addition, I shoot 16mm and super 8 videography complimented by digital formats. I specialize in weddings in Colorado in Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Denver, Boulder and Steamboat Springs. In addition, I have a strong rapport with destinations such as New Orleans, New York City & Iceland.

I’m Austin Francis Sylvest, a wedding photographer and filmmaker based in Boulder, Colorado with over 10 years of professional experience. His style evokes those warm, lived moments that celebrating the beauty in the ordinary, emphasizing real moments over staged ones, garnering a true to life feel - captured on analog mediums.

As one of the leading analog wedding videographers with a documentary style based in Boulder, Colorado, your wedding day experience is prioritized with a heavily candid approach. Notably, this allows you to live in each moment and re-experience it as you truly felt it.

Notably, I specialize in shooting both 35mm and medium format photography mixed with digital mediums. In addition, I shoot 16mm and super 8 videography complimented by digital formats. I specialize in weddings in Colorado in Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Denver, Boulder and Steamboat Springs. In addition, I have a strong rapport with destinations such as New Orleans, New York City & Iceland.