Wedding at Vista View Events at Open Heart Ranch in Rifle, Colorado

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Jun 21

Written By Kimberly Crist

Wedding at Vista View Events at Open Heart Ranch in Rifle, Colorado

a white barn, lots of greenery, that western slope light

WhereOpen Heart Ranch, Rifle

VenueVista View Events

SettingWhite barn, greenery

PlanningSparked Weddings

Hair & makeupLove.Cru Denver

FloralsCountry Elegance

DressBrickhouse Bridal

If you live on the west slope of Colorado, or have spent any time looking at wedding venues around Colorado, then you have heard of Vista View Events at Open Heart Ranch. This sprawling wedding venue located in Rifle, Colorado is hands down one of my favorite venues to photograph at. The natural light, greenery, and perfectly photogenic white barn help tell the story of so many different wedding days - in their own unique way.

Photography: Kimberly Crist Photography
Planners: Sparked Weddings and Events
Venue: Vista View Events at Open Heart Ranch
Hair & Makeup: Love.Cru Denver
Florals: Country Elegance
Wedding dress: Brickhouse Bridal

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Kimberly Crist

Hi, I'm Kimberly. I've spent 10 years and 100+ couples getting people to the good spots in Colorado without making anyone hike in their wedding clothes. I eloped too (sunrise vows, family at sunset, and our dog Flapjack stamped the license), so I know exactly how much there is to figure out. Based in Denver, shooting all over the state.

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