Wedding Stories

Real weddings photographed or filmed by Boxcar Photography

A bride is standing on top of a mountain with her veil in the air.

Alli & Brittani’s Mountain Wedding at Granby Ranch

https://youtu.be/tM-1J3Go2C0 When Alli and Brittani set out to find a place that felt just right for their wedding, it didn’t take long for them to land on Granby Ranch. Nestled in the mountains of Colorado, this place is nothing short of a dream. With rolling green hills, towering pines, and endless blue skies, it gave […]

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A couple standing under a tree at night.

The Luckiest Day, A Day of Hope.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDbK1s48hfw&t=1s Connor and Alyssa’s day was a testament to the cliché that good things happen to those who wait. California’s temperamental weather graciously decided to bow down to the occasion, offering up a pristine canvas of clear azure skies, painting the perfect backdrop for the ceremony.  It wasn’t just a good day; it was a

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A bride and groom kiss under a veil.

A Riverfront Reverie: Kelli and Bayard’s Wedding at La Crosse’s Charmant

Kelli and Bayard’s wedding was on a  beautiful day in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. On this particularly radiant afternoon, Kelli and Bayard pledged their love to each other near the picturesque Charmant, a hotel nestled comfortably by the riverfront.   LaCrosse is a city that unfurls along the banks of the Mississippi River and has a storied

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A wedding ceremony with a dog in the background.

TLazy 7 Ranch Wedding : Gabby & Dan’s Wedding Journey

As a wedding photographer, I often have the honor of witnessing love stories that seem like the stars themselves have written them. Today, I’m here to share one such beautiful tale that spans states and years, and finally culminates in the magical celebration of Gabby and Dan’s love at T-Lazy-7 Ranch in Aspen, Colorado. Gabby

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An emotional backyard wedding ceremony in La Crosse under a blue sky.

Ashley and David’s Emotional Backyard Wedding in LaCrosse

Some weddings just have that feeling—the kind where love pours out of every detail, and the people around you aren’t just guests, they’re part of the story. That was Ashley and David’s backyard wedding, a celebration so full of heart and energy, it still lingers in our minds. This was a day that wasn’t just

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A love-filled backyard wedding with Courtney and James holding sparklers.

Courtney and James’ Love-Filled Backyard Trempleau Wedding

One of the greatest joys as a wedding photographer is capturing the celebration of two true friends who marry each other. These two are some of the most amazing human beings I know; Courtney is the kind of person who exudes care and understanding. There have been countless times I’ve come to her for advice

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A bride walks down a country road in her wedding dress.

Just Perfect | Justin Trails Barn Wedding in La Crosse, Wisconsin

The Shaffer day began as it ended: drenched in laughter, love, and beauty. Getting ready at the Justin Trails, the natural light filled the space highlighting the flower girl’s giggles and creating the perfect space for Brittany Amundson to put the finishing touches on Carolyn.  Set against the warm wood paneling and under a ceiling

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A bride and groom kissing under a veil.

Backyard Wedding Story | Jake and Kate’s Intimate Celebration at Home

Jake and Kate’s wedding was a masterclass in grace, resilience, and the kind of love that rises above circumstances. Originally planning to marry in Chicago, the couple made the decision to shift their celebration to a family home — a quiet property with gardens, towering trees, and enough heart to carry their entire day. And

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A bride dances with her father in a grassy field.

Backyard Wedding at a Family Estate | A Story of Home, Heart, and Connection

Some weddings are less about big venues and more about grounding the day in a place that already holds memories. That was the feeling behind this intimate backyard wedding, hosted at the bride’s childhood home just outside Stillwater, Minnesota. The couple, Emma and Daniel, wanted their wedding to reflect their lives together: simple, heartfelt, deeply

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