This beautiful wedding day took place in the rolling hills of West Virginia, just past the Virginia state line. Wild Goose Farm is a venue that I’ve never photographed before and let me tell you, it was a treat! We didn’t even have the sun join us for most of the day and yet we were able to capture beautiful portraits! Between the horses, old fences, stunning estate home, lily pad covered pond, old stone walls, rustic barn, open fields and a historic stone arch, I was in photographer heaven!
We absolutely loved being a part of Brian and Shannon’s wedding day! Brian is Michael’s youngest cousin and I specifically remember his mom telling us about Shannon when they first started dating. She loved her and so did we. After meeting her for the first time, Michael and I both said, “We hope she’s the one!”…. and she was! Shannon is kind, smart, driven, funny and just overall the sweetest person to add into our family. Not only is she all of those things, she’s also gorgeous. I have been looking forward to capturing her as a bride since the day we found out that Brian had popped the question!!!
Their wedding day was simple, classy and filled with so much joy! Some people ask us if we’re truly able to enjoy family weddings when we’re photographing them and the answer is yes! We love it and we consider it such an honor to be the ones preserving the memories of their day. We loved doing our thing while also being surrounded by so many of Michael’s family members!! As you scroll through these images, enjoy seeing the highlights of their day and if you look closely, you may see some family members you recognize sprinkled throughout the images!!! Enjoy!
Ceremony + Reception | Wild Goose Farm
Dress Store | Bridal Impressions
Florist | Moonflower Farm
Planner | Ashley Brosh-Anderson
Hair & Make Up | Poetically Brushed LLC
DJ | Digital Illusion
Cake | Country Roads Bakery
Catering | Jordan Springs Market
Bridesmaids Dresses | Kennedy Blue
Groomsmen Attire | Men’s Warehouse
Invitations | Magnet Street
View their Engagement Session HERE!
Thanks for reading!
— Katelyn
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