
Bloom Where You’re Planted: Arrangements incorporated local blooms in vivid, summertime hues. “We incorporated juicy orange and watermelon shades with deep burgundy to add some depth,” she says. “Lyn at Flower Artistry pulled out all the stops.”
Photo by Charla Storey Photography
Photo by Charla Storey Photography
Tourist Trappings: To fill an hours-long gap between ceremony and reception, Josh and Ryne commissioned these open-top tour buses to shuttle guests around the area. They enjoyed photo ops in some of the more well-known parts of Banff for a true “Canadian experience,” says Ryne.
Photo by Charla Storey Photography
Photo by Charla Storey Photography
Set the Scene: Josh and Ryne specifically chose Banff, Canada, for the serene, mountainous environment. “We just wanted to get out of Dallas for a little bit and share that unique experience with our guests,” says Josh.
Photo by Charla Storey Photography
Photo by Charla Storey Photography
Photo by Charla Storey Photography
Photo by Charla Storey Photography
Sweet Eats: The couple’s white chocolate raspberry confection was kept classic, with its natural bluish-gray tones reflecting the venue.
Photo by Charla Storey Photography
Raise the Roof: Planner Meggie Francisco of Meggie Francisco Events says the venue’s ballroom space was a challenge to fill. “The tall ceilings had me a little skeptical,” she says. “The guest count had reduced over time, and I didn’t want the space to feel cavernous or cold.” In the end, painstaking planning paid off. “The variation in tables made the most of the gorgeous hall.”
Photo by Charla Storey Photography
Star Power: At the cocktail hour, guests were greeted by cardboard cutouts of famous Canadians—including Ryan Reynolds, Kim Cattrall, and Shania Twain. “It was so fun,” says Meggie. “Guests were laughing their heads off.”
Photo by Charla Storey Photography
Song and Dance: The couple chose “Adore You” by Miley Cyrus as their first dance song, and, to get the crowd going, Josh and Ryne had a lip-sync battle to “Physical” by Dua Lipa. “It gave us a moment to be playful with each other,” says Ryne. “We told everyone to get up and dance during the chorus, and they did!”
Photo by Charla Storey Photography
Ryne Wilson & Joshua Ballard
August 6, 2022
Ryne Wilson knew Joshua Ballard was the one long before the couple had even considered getting engaged. “We were having a picnic for jazz night in Klyde Warren Park,” he remembers. “And I just had this feeling like, ‘I think I’m gonna marry this person.’ ” Josh’s magnetic energy and confidence were what initially attracted Ryne to his partner, but it was Josh who ended up popping the question. “He was actually the one that was unsure of marriage,” says Ryne. “But he took me by surprise and proposed!” The duo went on to tie the knot on August 6, 2022, in Banff, Canada, in a celebration that wove together personal details reminiscent of Josh and Ryne’s love. “I wanted our wedding to be a testament to our relationship,” says Ryne. “I wanted to have that moment and share that experience and joy with our friends and family.”
To fill an hours-long gap between ceremony and reception, Josh and Ryne commissioned these open-top tour buses to shuttle guests around the area. They enjoyed photo ops in some of the more well-known parts of Banff for a true “Canadian experience,” says Ryne.
Planner Meggie Francisco of Meggie Francisco Events says the venue’s ballroom space was a challenge to fill. “The tall ceilings had me a little skeptical,” she says. “The guest count had reduced over time, and I didn’t want the space to feel cavernous or cold.” In the end, painstaking planning paid off. “The variation in tables made the most of the gorgeous hall.”
Guests: 83
Specialty Cocktails:
For dental anesthesiologist Ryne, the “Nitrous” was made with tequila, lime and pineapple juices, and green Chartreuse. For Josh, who works for the Air Force, the “Jet Fuel” contained bourbon, elderflower, crème de cassis, and lemon juice.
Ceremony Site
Fairmont Banff Springs (Canada)
Photographer
Charla Storey Photography
Hair & Makeup
Willow Stream Spa, Fairmont Banff Springs (Canada)
Grooms’ Attire
Suit Supply
Groomsmen’s Attire
Suit Supply
Best Ladies’ Attire
David’s Bridal
Reception Site
Mount Stephen Hall, Fairmont Banff Springs (Canada)
Flowers
Flower Artistry (Calgary)
Stationery
Cotton Paperie Letterpress
Cake
Whippt Kitchen (Calgary)
Catering
Fairmont Banff Springs
Music
Dos Music Ensemble (Calgary); Pez Productions (Calgary)
Lighting
Pez Productions (Calgary)
Wedding Rentals
Modern Rentals (Calgary)
Wedding Planner/Designer
Meggie Francisco Events
Additional Vendors
Open Top Touring (Banff)
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