Christine Mahorney
Wedding Expert
Christine Mahorney is the Pavilion Coordinator for the Town of Silverthorne in Colorado. The Silverthorne Pavilion is Summit County’s premier events and entertainment venue, and offers brides an affordable venue to host the Rocky Mountain wedding of their dreams. In addition to her day job, Christine and her husband operate a letterpress studio, Lodgepole Press. When not working, Christine spends time with her kids skiing and enjoying outdoor life in the central mountains of Colorado, and also serves as the Blog Editor for RockyMountainBride.com's website.
Websites: www.LodgepolePress.com
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Holly Lafferty
Wedding Industry Writer
Holly Lafferty is a writer, editor and event design addict who likes to think she is an expert in all things weddings. After working for Nebraska WeddingDay Magazine for several years, she is now contributing to several wedding magazines throughout the country, including the inimitable Rocky Mountain Bride. Holly is always on the lookout for the newest fabulous wedding finds and loves all things wedding related. You may reach her at holly@rockymountainbride.com.
Jessica Lowry
Cocoa Blue Photography
Jessica Lowry is a photographer based in Whitefish, Montana whose work has been published by USA Today, The Associate Press, and Montana Magazine. She has been shooting weddings for over 6 years and her wedding photography company Cocoa Blue focuses on shooting in a photojournalistic style with a modern twist. When not out shooting, Jessica enjoys hiking in Glacier Park, practicing yoga, and trying out new recipes at home.
Website: www.cocoablue.com
Blog: www.cocoablueblog.com
Jessica's updates can be found here.
Mark Vieregg
Jeweler Walters & Hogsett
Mark Vieregg is the second generation of Walters & Hogsett Fine Jewelers of Boulder, Colorado, celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. Mark’s passion for the jewelry industry keeps his nose in every bridal and jewelry magazine. His desire to stay current drives him to the prestigious national jewelry shows to discover the latest bridal trends by renowned designers. Mark is passionate about the active, outdoor lifestyle of the Rocky Mountains and understands its importance in choosing wedding rings. It’s also what brought Mark, his wife and their three little “gems” back to Colorado to be in the business of “celebrating life.”
Website: www.waltersandhogsett.com
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Rachael Gardner
Crested Butte Events
Rachael Gardner established Crested Butte Events in 2003. She currently serves as President of the Gunnison-Crested Butte Wedding Council and is on the board of the Gunnison - Crested Butte Tourism Association. This is Rachael's first time contributing for Rocky Mountain Bride Magazine, not only writing but assisting with the Alfred Angelo photo shoot production schedule.
Website: www.crestedbutteevents.com
Rachael's updates can be found here.
Holli Owen
Telluride Ski & Golf Wedding Planner
Holli Owen is the Wedding and Special Events Planner for the Telluride Ski & Golf Resort. After traveling throughout her 20s, and with an education in Conservation Biology, Holli's love and passion for the mountains won her over and she tapped into her natural talents of organization, guest relations and detail, deciding to apply these skills to event planning. Holli has been a resident of Telluride for the past nine years, and she is committed to growing Telluride as one of the world's foremost romantic wedding destinations. When Holli is not out touring clients around the mountains or onsite at events, you will find her out enjoying the San Juan Mountains with friends and her two beautiful children, Hayden and Elle. You can contact Holli at weddings@tellurideskiresort.com
Holli's articles can be found here.
Kay Beaton
Kay Beaton Photography
Kay Beaton has been photographing weddings for a dozen years now… starting as a photojournalist for the Summit Daily News in 1999 and now making her living photographing weddings, families and babies. Clients rave about her ability to connect with subjects on all levels and create images that truly capture the personalities of her subjects. She lives in Dillon with her husband, Kirk, and two children, Heather and Tyler.
Website: www.beatonphotography.com
Blog: http://blog.beatonphotography.com
View Kay's articles here.