Shelley + Matt

Shelley and Matt had the most intimate, heartfelt wedding I could imagine. It was truly a family affair, held in the backyard of Shelley’s childhood home in Chesapeake. Her family spent the entire previous year preparing the property for the event, which showed in all the gorgeous flowers they had throughout the property. It felt like a garden wedding!

Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding

Garden weddings are the best, because there’s nothing better than natural decor.

They held their ceremony in a small opening in the trees, with handmade wooden benches, pretty flowers, and their absolute closest friends and family. There were only about 20 people at the ceremony, making it so intimate. For Shelley and Matt, this allowed them to relax and enjoy the moment, rather than worrying about tying the knot in front of a huge group of people.

Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
I mean…c’mon. This is that moment that every bride dreams of. Matt’s reaction to his bride was beautiful…he even had the groomsmen getting emotional.
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
I was recently asked what my absolute favorite part of the wedding day was. That was a tough one, because every wedding is so different…the emotions of the day are always my favorite. But if I had to pick one part of the day from every wedding, it would be the moment just after the bride and groom are announced as husband and wife. Without fail, every-single-freaking-time, there is SO much overwhelming joy at this moment. I love this moment.

 

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After the ceremony, Shelley built into SO much time for portraits. It made the day so relaxed and ensured they were able to enjoy the moments, rather than rushing from one thing to the next.

A good wedding day timeline is key to enjoying your day and making the most of it. That’s why I help all my brides plan the perfect timeline for their day.

Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding

Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding

Following their ceremony, they planned to host even more of their family in friends to celebrate their marriage. They set up the most beautiful reception site on the property that made for not only a pretty setting, but the perfect relaxed vibe that everyone couldn’t help but enjoy. And those cafe lights? They’re always a good idea in my book.
Virginia garden wedding

This entire wedding and their backyard reception was an absolute fairytale.

Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding

After all the portrait time after the ceremony, Shelley and Matt even decided to step away at sunset for a few more pretty portraits, and it was worth it!

Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding

After portraits, we headed back to the reception where the party continued for the rest of the night. Even as dark clouds threatened the celebration, everyone continued dancing and having a blast. Seriously, they have some of the most fun family and friends! Even the grandparents partied into the night, keeping the dance floor going!

Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding
Virginia garden wedding

What an amazingly fun wedding! I seriously couldn’t be more thankful for my sweet couples that value the deeply meaningful moments of their celebration and having them captured.

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Venue: Private Residence
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