Katherine & Brian’s Spring Wedding
Photos by Caitlin Steuben
Video by Benjamin Wedding Films
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Venue La Joya Dulce
It was so magical having all of our friends and family together at such a beautiful venue.
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It was so magical having all of our friends and family together at such a beautiful venue. 〰️
Our beautiful Steamboat Springs, Colorado ranch venue near Denver is a luxury wedding venue destination for adventurous outdoor couples.
“People always warn that something will go wrong at your wedding, but at La Joya Dulce, we never felt that anything had gone amiss. The staff at La Joya Dulce was incredibly attentive and flexible to our needs on the day of the wedding, and made sure all of our guests had a great time too!”
Katherine and Brian’s spring wedding at La Joya Dulce felt effortless from start to finish. Set against the open pastures and mountain views of our luxury wedding venue near Steamboat Springs, their day unfolded with a natural rhythm that shows in every photo.
Spring is fully alive on the ranch. The landscape is fresh and green, the air is crisp, and the setting brings a quiet sense of calm that carried through the entire celebration.
A Spring Setting That Comes to Life
As guests arrived, the season set the tone immediately. Rolling pastures, wide skies, and soft spring light surrounded the ceremony space, grounding the day in the natural beauty of Colorado. The setting felt expansive without feeling overwhelming — a balance that makes La Joya Dulce such a sought-after destination wedding venue.
Nothing felt staged. The scenery simply exists, and it supported the moments as they happened.
Our vintage car, “Daisy,” can be a part of your day!
A Ceremony That Felt Personal and Grounded
Katherine and Brian exchanged vows outdoors, surrounded by the people closest to them and framed by mountain views. The ceremony was intimate, even though it was outside. We always say that the mountains are there, but being up on the bench? You are part of the view - not looking at it. There’s space to breathe, space to gather, and space for the moment to land.
The connection between them was (and is!) easy and genuine, and it carried through every interaction — from the vows to the quiet glances that follow.
Natural Flow, Thoughtful Details
The day moved smoothly, without rush or pressure. Small details reflect Katherine and Brian’s style while staying true to the simplicity of the setting. Transitions felt natural. Conversations lingered. Laughter came easily. They chose to dine al fresco (outside), which may be one of our favorite looks. Our team of magicians (The I Do Crew) quickly converted the ceremony space into a magnificent outdoor dining room - perfect for enjoying a cool, crisp Colorado evening at our beautiful destination ranch wedding venue.
Portraits taken across the property capture both scale and closeness — wide views of the ranch paired with quiet moments that feel completely unposed. The light, the landscape, and the pace of the day work together, allowing everything to feel authentic.
A Celebration That Feels Easy
As the afternoon turned to evening, the celebration shifted seamlessly. Guests gathered, glasses were raised, and the energy became relaxed and joyful. The reception was warm and inviting, grounded in connection rather than production.
There’s no sense of performance — just people celebrating a marriage in a place that supports the experience rather than competing with it.
A Spring Wedding That Feels Timeless
Katherine and Brian’s spring wedding at La Joya Dulce captured what makes this luxury destination wedding venue so special. The setting elevates the day without overpowering it. The season adds softness and light. And the way the day unfolded — calm, intentional, and full of meaning — shows in every photo.
It’s the kind of wedding that feels memorable not because it tries to be, but because it’s genuine - just like the people you will meet here at La Joya Dulce.