Aspen feels like a dream folded into the Rockies — golden light glancing off mountain peaks, quiet forests that hum with pine and breeze, and a calm that pulls the noise out of the day. If you want your wedding to feel elevated, emotional, and deeply grounded in the outdoors, this place has a pulse all its own.

As an Aspen wedding photographer, I’m not chasing perfection or forced poses. I’m chasing moments — the ones you might forget if you blink. The ones that feel like home when you look back years from now.

Why Aspen Makes Weddings Feel Magical

  • Mountain peaks, forest trails, and sweeping valleys — Aspen offers nature that feels cinematic
  • Year-round beauty: from green summers to golden aspens to snowy winter wonderlands
  • A variety of venues — from alpine lodges to open meadows to forested chalets — giving couples a wide palette to choose from
  • A natural calm that helps you stay present, breathe, and focus on what really matters

No matter your style — elegant, rustic, intimate, wild — Aspen shapes the day around you.

My Approach to Aspen Weddings

I’m Ben, the lead photographer at Boxcar. My philosophy stays consistent no matter the state: your day is about connection, story, and what it feels like. In Aspen, that means:

  • Light-guided photography — wilderness and mountain light is beautiful but unpredictable
  • Relaxed pacing — time to wander, breathe, and soak it all in
  • Emotional storytelling over staged perfection — raw moments, genuine smiles, quiet glances
  • Clean, timeless editing that honors the environment and the people, without over processing

If you want photos that feel alive and honest — not forced or overly stylized — I’ve got you.

Favorite Aspen Wedding Settings I Love to Shoot

  • Mountain-top lookouts with panoramic views
  • Forest cabins with wood textures and warm light
  • Lakeside lodges with reflective water features and soft sunset glow
  • Open meadows at golden hour, with just enough light to frame you against the Rockies
  • Winter chalets with snow, warmth, intimate light, and the quiet that only the mountains know

When you work with me, I’m scouting angles, watching for light, and watching for moments that feel real — not just pretty.

Planning Tips for an Aspen Wedding

  • Watch the seasons carefully — summer and fall have very different light, weather, and vibe
  • Build buffer time if traveling up the mountain or coordinating lodging and vendors
  • Respect the environment — natural settings deserve quiet love, minimal disruption, and care for the land
  • Plan for light changes — mountain light moves fast, so give yourself time to catch the golden moment

If you’d like help building a timeline or scouting a location, I’m here to guide you.

How I Work — What You Get

When you hire me for your Aspen wedding, you get more than a photographer:

  • A calm presence that helps you stay grounded
  • Direction when needed — gentle guidance, not stiff posing
  • A partner who sees light, mood, and story — even when the forecast changes
  • Editing that feels natural, timeless, and true to the moment

Whether it’s a full-size wedding or a small elopement, I’m ready to travel, adapt, and tell your story honestly.

Serving All of Colorado

If you’re still exploring options, we also photograph weddings across the state. Every location has its own character — and we love them all.

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Let’s Make Something Beautiful

If you’re planning a wedding in Aspen and want a photographer who will capture the soul of the day — not just the surface — I’d love to talk.

Contact me here to check availability, get a full pricing guide, or talk through your ideas.

Let’s create images that feel as big, beautiful, and honest as the mountains you’re standing in.

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When is the best time of year to get married in Aspen?

The most popular seasons are summer (June–September) and fall (late September–early October) due to ideal weather and stunning mountain colors. Winter weddings (December–March) offer a cozy, snowy backdrop, while spring (April–May) is quieter but less predictable weather-wise.

Do we need a permit to get married in Aspen?

Yes — if you’re planning a ceremony on public land (like Maroon Bells Amphitheater), you’ll need a permit. These often book quickly, especially in summer and fall. Visit the U.S. Forest Service site for up-to-date information.

What’s the elevation in Aspen, and should we worry about altitude?

Venues like Hotel Jerome, The Little Nell, and T-Lazy-7 Ranch all offer indoor ceremony and reception spaces with great light and mountain ambiance. Having a tented option is also common for outdoor venues.

How far is Aspen from Denver, and how do guests typically get there?

Aspen is about 3.5–4 hours from Denver by car. Guests can also fly directly into Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE), which is just minutes from town. Many couples offer shuttles for guests or provide transportation info in their invites.

Are there great photo locations nearby for portraits?

Yes — Aspen is full of incredible backdrops:
Maroon Bells (with permit)
Castle Creek Road (golden in fall)
Downtown Aspen (for a more urban feel)
T-Lazy-7 Ranch
Independence Pass (late spring through early fall only)
We’ll build portrait time into your timeline to explore one or two locations based on light and logistics.

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1516 XAVIER ST
APT 401,
Denver, CO 80204
Phone: (720) 819-5984
Fax: Boxcar Photography
Email: boxcarphotoben@gmail.com