merissa lambert photography

INTIMATE WEDDING ON THE SIDE OF THE RIVER
Combining some of our favorite things. Rivers and intentional wedding days.

This day was so intimate with some of their closest friends and family. They put most of it together on their family property on the Gallatin. It was so beautiful and the simplicity and joy made for such a stress free and relaxing day.

We are there to help before the day with helpful timelines, with many year’s experience. Always there to help with vendor recommendations too!

I MEAN, AM I WRONG?
These shoes are getting their own post 👏🏻
I have been known to rock sneakers myself but these boots by Betsy Johnson and Jimmy Choo’s sure caught our eye ✨

Proof that I am secretly a girly that loves the finer things in life and beautifully crafted goods. I may have grown up as a tomboy in Montana but I sure love these gorgeous details. Our bride Miri has exquisite taste!

OVER HERE IN PARADISE
A little smoke can look pretty amazing. We were out in Paradise Valley at Sage Lodge for a 2 day event for Miri + Drew 💕
Absolutely fabulous

The team:

Venue: Sage Lodge
Coordination: Well Wed Montana
Videography: Honeyseed Photo & Film
Florist: Florally
Hair / Makeup: Ethereal 
Catering: Sage Lodge
Second Photographer: Kelsey Frey
Cake: Laura Newhouse
Music / DJ: Joe’s DJ Service / Big Sky Strings 
Paper goods: Seventh & Anderson
Officiant: Doug from Blessed on Summit

A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT
We love our rivers and are so thankful for access to our amazing rivers. We had several shoots on the Gallatin River, one of several rivers in the Bozeman area.

Rivers in the Bozeman area: Gallatin, Jefferson, Madison, Missouri and the Yellowstone. There are more in the surrounding area but these are the closest and ones we frequent most!

When not shooting in the summer time you can find me kayaking or rafting our fantastic rivers. As summer is wrapping up I just wish the season was a little longer. Summer in Montana is magic and so is our bride on the banks of the Gallatin.

Your didn’t hear it from us ✨
BUT I hear tell that getting married on a mountainside in Montana is pretty awesome.
Thank you Matt + Hilary, your intimate wedding day was beyond meaningful, intentional and so stunning.

Micro Wedding Team:

Venue: Private
Florist: Poppy + Pine
Hair / Makeup: Ethereal 
Gown: Madi Lane @ Ellie’s Bridal
Second Photographer: Leigh Kamm
Reception: Open Range

THE WEST’S ✨
Just getting back to the office after this wedding weekend in Big Sky. So stylish, fun and festive. We needed a few days to recover from this party.

Amazing team:

Venue: Rainbow Ranch
Coordination: Wander North
Florist: Storylines
Catering: Rainbow Ranch
Cake: Laura Newhouse
Second Photographer: Kelsey Frey
Music: The Tiny Band / Big Sky Strings
Makeup: Kendrick Simpson
Hair: Angel Lemus
Gown: Monique Lhuillier
Bridesmaid dresses: Bella Bridesmaid
Brides shoes: Loeffler Randall
Mens suits: Ethos
Transport: Karst Stage
Paper goods: Stovall
Videographer: The Aura Editorial - Content Creator
Officiant: Will Jones
Event rentals: Montana Party Rentals / Gallatin Event Rentals

SUNRISE VOWS 🌞
I don’t get up at 4:00 very often but for this I do!
Mountain elopement near Bozeman, MT
Congrats Carly ➕ Hunter! This was magic, thank you!

MONTANA IS THE WORST
Seriously tho. What can you do.

Congrats to Meredith + Ethan 💕
Could you have had a a more gorgeous day in Paradise Valley?
Probably not. I guess you are lucky in love

Venue: Sage Lodge
Photographer: Merissa Lambert
Assistant Photographer: Jaime Larimore
Coordinator: Gabbi Moore
Florist: Poppy & Pine
Catering: Sage Lodge
Cake / desserts: Sweet & Tarte
Hair / Makeup: Beauty by M
Gown: Alexandria Boutique
Bridesmaid dresses: Birdie Gray
Paper good / invitations: Minted
Videographer: Eterna Films
DJ: Moshunal Productions

MEET ME IN THE MOUNTAINS
Summer time in Montana cannot be beat. Love the life I live and this beautiful place. Thanks for coming out Maggie + Andrew! Your wedding next summer will be a highlight for our summer.
Our delightful evening just barely avoided the crazy thunderstorms this evening. Had a window just long enough for this shoot!

MONTANA SUMMERS CAN’T BE BEAT
The hill I will die on. Try me, this Montana gal can’t get enough

UGLY CRY ON IT’S WAY
I get asked a lot if the couples I work with are my friends? Most of the time - no. I mean I have had the joy of photographing friends and even becoming friends with my couples but most of the time they hire me for the job.

Tomorrow’s wedding though, I know and love this family so much. Watch me try not to ugly cry at this one!

CANDID MOMENTS - If you love candid moments we must have candid moments during your day. There must be time for spontaneous things to happen.
Candids vs posed which are your favs from your wedding day?

KEEPING IT CLASSIC AND CLASSY
Black suit, bowties for the win 🙌🏼

Venue: Firelight Farm
Coordination: ELM Events Co
Florist: Bitter Sweet Gardens
Catering: Zac’s Montana Kitchen
Desserts: Sarah White 
Second Photographer: Kelsey Frey
Music / DJ: Sky Media Entertainment
Hair / Makeup: Tanya Crocker
Gown: Made with Love
Bridesmaid dresses: Billy J Boutique
Mens suits: Friar Tux - Michael Kors Black Tux
Videographer: Hyline Media

AN ADORABLE DONKEY WITH BEER - we are here for it 🙌🏼
Okay, I have been missing on the socials for good reason. Summer in Montana is busy af. Seriously folks, I am out shooting the most amazing things and playing hard when not shooting. Just got back from an awesome getaway to see Tyler Childers in Whitefish MT! Dang that was awesome.
Oh and sleep. Love me some sleep.

To all our awesome couples and projects - we will share more favs as we get to it but for now. We have so many awesome moments we want to share SOON!

Coordination: Rachel Scott - CRR
Florist: Jasmine Lilly 
Second Photographer: Katie Potter
Catering: Just a Taste 
Videographer: Eterna Films
Cake / desserts: Sweet and Tarte
Rentals: Montana Party Rental
Music / DJ: Joe’s DJ
Beer B***os: Big Sky B***o
Makeup: Ceremony

Montana summers are a vibe ✨
Congrats to Colleen + Sean T! You created a meaningful, high vibrations and fun day. Thank you so much for letting us come along for the ride. It was real 💕

Venue: Copper Rose Ranch
Coordination: Rachel Scott - CRR
Florist: Jasmine Lilly 
Second Photographer: Katie Potter
Catering: Just a Taste 
Videographer: Eterna Films
Cake / desserts: Sweet and Tarte
Rentals: Montana Party Rental
Music / DJ: Joe’s DJ
Beer B***os: Big Sky B***o
Makeup: Makeup by Ceremony
Gown: Love and Lace Bridal/Laudae
Mens suits: Suit Supply

Surprise proposals include a portrait sesh! How long and how many locations is up to you.
Our services include basic location planning and advice. Wr can also offer more services for whatever you are dreaming of. We can make it happen!

Booking for proposals and engagement sessions for October - winter

What to wear for your engagement and other portrait sessions? Check out our guide for that!
https://merissalambert.com/what-to-wear-for-engagement-photos/

Summer parties just hit different ☀️
Outdoor dinners are a favorite of mine. Festive, fun and makes for the best photos.
This event at Firelight Farm had all the best feels 💕

Limited dates for full sized weddings for 2025! Let’s chat

Coordination: ELM Events Co
Florist: Bitter Sweet Gardens
Catering: Zac’s Montana Kitchen
Desserts: Sarah White 
Second Photographer: Kelsey Frey
Music / DJ: Sky Media Entertainment
Hair / Makeup: Tanya Crocker
Gown: Made with Love
Bridesmaid dresses: Billy J Boutique
Mens suits: Friar Tux - Michael Kors Black Tux
Videographer: Hyline Media

NOT GONNA LIE
Ice cream trucks are a real good idea 🍦
Everyone loved this truck on site at Haley + Ryley’s wedding. It was a great way to cool down and an awesome photo opportunity!
Would you have an ice cream truck at your wedding?

Happy 1 year to these two wonderful people!

Turned around for this one last night. It takes a lot for me stop and turn around for a photo after taking photos of beautiful things all day.

Tastes as good as it looks 🍰 ✨
I do it all for the cake! Kidding, but seriously after a hard day we are ready for the dessert.

This amazing cake by Laura Newhouse

Planning & Design: .eventsbzn
Venue:
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Rentals:   
Strings: Big Sky Strings
Catering: 
Bar Service: 

IT’S PEONY SEASON 🙌🏼
Give us a flower emogee if you just adore this flower!


Vendors

How about epic?
Elope on the Yellowstone River in Paradise Valley in Montana! We can make this adventure elopement a reality.
Fall is the perfect time for this - book now

Check out our latest guide to read more

Capturing Your Adventure Elopement on the Yellowstone River in Montana Celebrate your love with a Yellowstone River adventure elopement in Montana, surrounded by mountains. Picture this: the rush of the Yellowstone River, the vast expanse of Montana’s wilderness, and the two of you exchanging your vows. Welcome to the experience of an elopement on the Yellowstone Riv...

Are you including your dog or other pet on your wedding day?
Tell me all about it! We love having your furry besties at your wedding.

Dreaming of a forest elopement in Montana? The Cabins at Blacktail makes for an amazing experience. Check out our elopement there from last fall for all the inspo!

Venue: The Cabins at Blacktail
Photography: Merissa Lambert
Coordination + Styling: Merissa Lambert + Julie of The Cabins at Blacktail
Florals: Poppy & Pine
Chef: Chef Daniel Cox
Dessert: Mountain Mama's Cupcakery
Bar: Treasure State Hospitality + Airstream Bar
S’mores & Curated cocktail: Chef Daniel Cox
Dress: Raw Golden
Earrings: Kush Life Designs
Makeup / hair: Honey Beauty Mariah + Hailey
Videography: Tami Renae Films
Rentals: Empress Tents & Events

Forest Elopement in Montana Dreaming of a forest elopement in Montana? The Cabins at Blacktail in Lakeside is perfect for a forest micro wedding or elopement! Situated on 4 acres of lush forested mountain scenery – The Cabins at Blacktail was designed with an intimate outdoor experience in mind. Are you dreaming of an intima...

Our latest guide to wedding venues in Bozeman, MT
This was a hard one to narrow down to just a few as we have so many great venues and folks who run them too!
https://merissalambert.com/top-5-bozeman-wedding-venues/

Considering getting married at Sage Lodge in Paradise Valley, MT? We have a guide for that! After many amazing weddings at this venue we highly recommend it for rustic, luxury in Paradise Valley