Wedding Couple walks in field and mountains

How to Plan Your Dream Destination Wedding in Idaho | Tamarack Resort | Melisa + Brett

Amy Isacson November 2, 2023

How to plan your dream destination wedding in Idaho. Featured wedding at Tamarack Resort.

McCall Idaho Barn Wedding at Historic Roseberry | Rikki + Darrell

Amy Isacson November 4, 2021

Rikki and Darrel chose to get married in the historic town of Roseberry, Idaho. It was an absolute dream to document. A lot of planning went into making it so special and the attention to detail really paid off. The weather forecast called for an 80% chance of rain, though I only felt a couple of sprinkles the whole day! The weather gods favored us kindly, and the day got progressively more beautiful.

The details throughout the day were exceptional and it was evident a lot of time and effort went into each aspect of their day. From custom soles of her shoes (“Mrs. Cobb”") to the cake topper, it was such fun to witness! They also worked with a wedding planner (McCall Weddings) and it absolutely pushed things up a notch!

We had done engagement photos prior so I already had a connection with them and was eager to watch them tie the knot! If you are on the fence about engagement photos, they are absolutely worth it! This is your chance to get to know your photographer and gain a mutual rapport. Think of it as getting to know your new best friend. In most cases, we will be in the room with you getting ready, watching you experience one of life’s most momentous days, and documenting you sealing the kiss with your partner.

The love and connection between these two was one of the sweetest I’ve had the fortune of documenting. Their wedding took place on the grass facing the pasture of cows with the mountains in the background; pretty idyllic. They had their reception in the historic red barn with music and string lights, which really created a magical feel.

The earlier overcast gave way to the most spectacular sunset and of course, I was thrilled to get them out into the field for a few sweet moments together, sealed with a kiss.

Says Rikki about their day:

The smell of the old wood, the twinkle of all the little white lights, the huge double barns doors that open to a mountain view, cows in the pasture just beyond the arbor. It was a rustic setting with a romantic feel! We utilized the indoor barn for the reception and the outdoor lawn for the ceremony. Guests had the option to explore other historical buildings onsite before the wedding or during the reception.

Another reason for choosing this location, my husband’s son and daughter-in-law were married in the same barn 8 years earlier. Also, it just so happened to be available on our 2 yr dating anniversary.

The history of the barn itself is an interesting story, being over a 100 years old. Imagine all the stories that that old barn holds. Well, I just added my story to it!

Vendors

Rikki + Darrell’s Google review about working with me:

Far beyond our expectations! Amy makes you feel relaxed and comfortable. Her joy and excitement is contagious!

Vendors

Rikki + Darrell’s Google review about working with me:

Far beyond our expectations! Amy makes you feel relaxed and comfortable. Her joy and excitement is contagious!

Amy Isacson is an Idaho-based wedding + elopement photographer who creatively captures love in all its varied forms. As an artist at heart, she thrives on telling your unique story, one adventure at a time.

Fairytales really do come true! Jacob and Amber enjoy time together as they anticipate their wedding, just moments away.

McCall Idaho Garden Wedding | Amber + Jacob

Amy Isacson August 8, 2020

Freshly married Jacob and Amber in the Aspen grove behind her parent’s backyard in McCall, Idaho.

Amber and Jacob

Talk about the MOST. PERFECT. COUPLE! These two were absolutely the sweetest and most down to earth duo! Amber knew exactly what she wanted and she had the perfect vision right down to every detail. The original plan was for a much bigger wedding, but as Covid would have it, things were downsized some. We had also originally planned for photos at the lake before the wedding, but after seeing Charlie’s Garden, a local secret and incredibly beautiful garden nearby, Amber knew that’s where she wanted the first look, and family shots to be. Lately, life is more full of changes than we anticipate, though, and in the end, their day was exactly as it was meant to be! Just perfect!!

It was a lovely 89 degrees and sunny. From Charlie’s Garden, we headed over to her mother’s stunning backyard, where the ceremony and reception were held. Things were set up beautifully! Her brother was the officiant, and their families and their wedding party were welcoming and loads of fun! At dusk, we snuck away and took a few family shots in the open space behind Amber’s mother’s yard, including her adorable kids, Hunter and Hadlee. Once the sun went down, the string lights lit up the garden and made for a truly magical place. The great familiar hits from DJ Ian Willams totally set the stage for an incredible night to remember. I was thrilled to be able to document this beautiful union between Amber and Jacob, who by everyone’s assessment - were destined for one another. 💫