big cedar lodge wedding – Sheri Holloway Photography

Integrity Hills Big Cedar Wedding | Branson, Missouri {Katarzyna + Bradley}

August 26, 2018

Integrity Hills Chapel & Big Cedar Lodge, Branson, MO Wedding
{Kathy + Bradley}

Kathy and Bradley’s wedding story is a modern-day fairy tale romance! They first “met” at a Salsa Beach party on Montrose Beach in Chicago (you will see evidence of their salsa skills on the blog!!) Yes! Bradley just met the woman he was going to marry, and after years of dating he proposed on a rock formation at Custer State Park in South Dakota! This Polish beauty and handsome man were wed on a mountain top in the middle of the Ozark Mountains in Missouri surrounded by their closest friends and family from all around the world!

We loved capturing the love, romance, and most importantly laughter at this epic Integrity Hills and Big Cedar Lodge wedding in Branson, MO! I was truly honored to be asked by an Art director to capture their wedding day!!

Thank you to these Dream Team Vendors who made this wedding possible!

Photography: Sheri Holloway Photography
Second Shooter: Morgan Lea Smith
Bride: Kasia Pilch
Groom: Brad Mild
On site Coordinator: Erin Schroeter
Ceremony Venue: Integrity Hills Big Cedar Lodge
Reception Venue: The Stables at Integrity Hills
Videographer: MJR Films
Rentals: Branson Party Rentals
Florals: Rosewood Floral
Cake: Pastries by Carla
Makeup Artist: Nikki Smith
Catering: Big Cedar Lodge
DJ: DJ Tess

Big Cedar Lodge Wedding * Garden Chapel * Alison & JJ

March 22, 2017

They met on her 1st day of college, he was her RA, Resident Advisor. A friendship started and after a couple of years (and dating other people), they found themselves single at the same time. They started dating, and the rest is history! Being a part of a large family, Ali’s family welcomed JJ in with open arms, and JJ’s family adored sweet Ali too! They decided to get married in Branson, at Big Cedar Lodge primarily because JJ grew up vacationing in the area. This intimate wedding with just their closest friends and family was a special time for me to witness such true and sweet love! Their family welcomed me with open arms, and we all had just met! Even though I spent a very short time with this couple, I felt their love shine, and I felt loved and appreciated! Just another reason why I love what i do!

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Alison headed to her first look with her dashing groom!

One of my favorite 1st looks ever!

The two of them decided to have few moments alone together before the ceremony.

During our portrait time we scouted out a few areas at Big Cedar to shoot at. This swinging bridge is one of my favorite places to photograph on the property!

Ceremony time at the Garden Chapel!

Integrity Hills, Big Cedar Wedding: Rebecca + Max

September 14, 2016

The morning sun was still rising over the Ozark Mountain hills while Max and his groomsmen gathered out at Big Cedar’s shooting range, and the girls sipped their coffee’s while attending a quiet brunch. This California couple flew in to Branson, MO to wed, she said yes in a magnificent chapel overlooking Table Rock Lake. Rebecca had everything carefully arranged, from her details, to their wedding vows, the reception was filled with special details as well, they choreographed a special song for their 1st dance, and she suprised Max with an accordian player too! The evening came to an end when they ran through a sparkler filled walkway and dashed away…The couple spent their honeymoon in Italy! Rebecca and Max, I hope you enjoyed your Italian honeymoon, and all the adventures life awaits you! Thank you for allowing me to capture your love, and to document this time in your life! Many blessings…xoxox…

Many thanks to these incredible vendors for making this Epic wedding day possible!

Wedding Photographer: http://www.sherihollowayphotography.com

VENDORS: Dress- Allure 5294 from Bellasaposa(Dress store) in Rancho Cucamonga,

CA Shoes- Badgley Mischka

Bridesmaids Dresses- Dessy Collection from Mia’s Bridal and Tailoring in Olathe, KS

Make-up: Tabitha Headly Nash from W3 salon in Springfield, MO

Hair/ Salon: Katie Gilmore at Big Cedar Lodge

Jewelry: Joseph’s Jewelry in Des Moines, IA

Wedding Rings: Custom from Joseph’s

Tux: Men’s Warehouse

Cake: Sugar Leaf Cafe in Springfield, MO

Catering: Big Cedar Lodge Catering

Florist: The Thicket (worked with Melanie) in Springfield, MO

Invitations: Minted Band: Patrick Lentz Band from Kansas City

Honeymoon Hotel: Many places! Honeymoon Location: Italy & Switzerland Ceremony

Venue: Integrity Hills Chapel

Reception Venue: Stables at Integrity Hills

Minister: Rev. Vern Peterson (Bride’s Uncle)

Day of Wedding Planner: Whitney Holland with Classy Pearl Events & BCL coordinator- Julia Paschke

Assistant Photographer: Micheal Rogers

Assistant Photographer: Chris Killingworth

Sheri’s Photographer Assistant: Madison Bell

Videographer: Austin Barton of Ace Legendary http://www.acelegendary.com

Vows: Traditional w/ some modifications wedding photographer

The Stables

Dogwood Canyon Wedding | Cassie + Eric

June 1, 2016

AWE!!!! I had such a lovely time with these two, shooting their intimate wedding at Dogwood Canyon in Ridegdale, MO last week! Cassie’s face had such a beautiful glow all day, and Eric was such a gentleman…these two were made for each other! I expressed how much I love watching couples in love, and Cassie says to me, “even though their were kids crying during the ceremony, and it was raining on her wedding day, all she could hear was the preacher’s words & the waterfall outside of the chapel, and all she could see was Eric’s face looking at hers”….Once again, I’m privilaged to witness love, and feel grateful that I’m a wedding photographer! Congratulations to you both! May Love always be in your eyes! xoxox…here’s to art, love, & laughter….

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Big Cedar Lodge Wedding | Claudine + Kerian

May 5, 2016

From the moment they met, they felt a chemistry that was so strong. Their love for each other bubbled over with smiles, laughter, and happy tears throughout our time together! I’ve always told my brides that the best accessory they can wear is a smile, and to let everything else melt away, and Claudine certainly did that! The thundershowers held off, and we enjoyed a sunlit day together, strolling through my favorite spots at Big Cedar, and headed up to the Falls for a short and sweet ceremony. I stayed a little longer than planned to capture their first sunset, and the ozark mountains did not dissapoint. We stood their in awe as the orange and blue tones of the sky grew more & more saturated with color. They told me as I drove them back to their cabin that night, that everything was absolutly perfect for their wedding, and i was a big part in making their day run effortlessly! Thankful for my career as a wedding photographer!
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Big Cedar Lodge, Branson, MO | Michelle & Jeff

March 30, 2016

Michele & Jeff’s Elopement Wedding at Big Cedar Lodge in Branson, MO, was simply beautiful! We enjoyed a relaxing few hours of strolling Big Cedar, looking for great spots to capture their love (which is not hard at all!). There are several great spots to wed at Big Cedar, one of the sweet little, out of the way areas is Cedar Creek Patio, and the reception hall is just off the side of the wedding spot! I Love shooting weddings at Big Cedar Lodge in the rolling Ozark Mountain Hills in Branson, MO!

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