Casey & Chad | A Forest Wedding on Their Own Property

Casey and Chad closed on their first house and turned it into a wedding venue, all within a month. Not a small undertaking, considering the property came with a forest, a creek, and plenty of space to figure out what to do with.

But the result was wonderful. A ceremony beneath the trees, beautiful flowers, cowboy hats, their dog joining in for portraits, and a celebration with their closest people.

I particularly loved photographing this wedding because the setting was so personal. We weren't working around an established venue's layout or moving between designated photo spots. We had the woods, the creek, the porch of their new home, and the freedom to explore.

There's something really appealing about getting married somewhere that's already part of your life. Especially when you've only just moved in!

Elegant table setup for a wedding or special event with white tablecloth, floral centerpiece featuring roses and greenery, white plates with pale green napkins, and silverware.
Man wearing a black cowboy hat and black suit reading from a paper and holding a microphone during an outdoor wedding ceremony.
An outdoor seating area with wooden benches arranged in a semi-circle on dirt ground, situated at the edge of a lush forest with many trees displaying fall foliage, next to a small river or creek.
Two women hugging each other warmly in a kitchen, smiling with closed eyes, one wearing glasses and the other with dark hair and a black top.
A decorated outdoor space with a large tree, green foliage, and white floral arrangements and vases.
Woman in white gown holding a bouquet standing on wooden steps next to a brown wooden wall and lush green foliage.
A woman in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of flowers, standing on steps next to a beige wooden wall and greenery.
Close-up of a woman in a white wedding dress with lace-up back detail and a veil.
Set dining table with white plates, green napkins, silverware, and a floral centerpiece featuring roses and greenery, in a well-lit room with wooden chairs.
A cocktail glass with a yellow drink and a lime wedge, placed on a white surface with a shadow of a fern leaf.
A woman in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of flowers, standing in a doorway.
A woman in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of flowers, standing outside a building.
Close-up of two rings, one with a large rectangular gemstone and the other a plain silver band, placed on green leaves and dried flower buds.
A bride and groom standing outdoors in a lush garden with flowering bushes, the bride smiling and holding the groom's arm. The groom is wearing a black suit and wide-brimmed hat, while the bride is in a white off-the-shoulder wedding gown with a veil
A bride and groom sharing a kiss in a garden with lush green foliage and pink flowering bushes in the background.
A couple in wedding attire, kissing outdoors under blooming flowering bushes with green leaves.
A couple hugging each other, dressed in wedding attire, with a lush green background.
People gathering outdoors under a large tree with autumn-colored leaves for a wedding ceremony, with benches and a pathway.
Bride in white wedding dress walking down outdoor wooden steps flanked by two groomsmen in navy suits, with lush greenery and tall trees in the background.
A wicker basket filled with colorful dried flower petals on a white cloth.
A couple wearing cowboy hats standing before an officiant during a wedding ceremony in a forest setting, with lush greenery and trees in the background.
Close-up of a bride in a white dress with a large bow on her shoulder, standing outdoors with a blurred green background.
A man in a black suit and hat reading from a paper and holding a microphone, with a woman in a white hat in the foreground, at an outdoor event.
A bride and groom exchanging vows during an outdoor wedding ceremony in a wooded area, with an officiant present and floral decorations.
A woman in a wedding dress holding a bouquet of flowers standing outdoors with trees in the background.
A man dressed in a black suit, with a boutonniere flower on his lapel, and wearing a black cowboy hat, standing outdoors with blurred greenery in the background, during a wedding ceremony.
Smiling woman wearing a white wedding dress and a wide-brimmed hat outdoors.
A man in a black suit and cowboy hat holding a smiling woman in a white wedding dress and veil, celebrating outdoors near large trees and decorated with flowers.
A bride and groom celebrating at their outdoor wedding. The groom, wearing a black cowboy hat and suit, is smiling as he holds the bride up. The bride, dressed in a white gown, is waving her veil in the air. People are gathered around, enjoying the e
Close-up of a bride holding a bouquet of white lilies, pale pink roses, a white anthurium, and red berries, with a wedding dress and a ring on her finger visible.
A couple dressed in wedding attire walking outdoors, with the woman in a white gown and wide-brimmed hat, and the man in a black suit and cowboy hat, holding a white dog on a leash.
Close-up of green hop cone flowers hanging from a vine against a light background.
An older man in a black hat and suit, with a white beard and mustache, is sitting outdoors at a table, holding a glass of champagne. He appears to be at a formal gathering or celebration surrounded by trees and natural scenery.
A couple dancing at an outdoor wedding ceremony, wearing cowboy hats, with greenery in the background and white drapery.
A man and woman celebrating at a wedding reception, with the man wearing a black hat and the woman in a white wedding dress, standing inside a white tent with outdoor greenery in the background.
A woman and a man sharing a wedding cake at a celebration. The woman has dark, wavy hair and is wearing a white dress with tied sleeves. The man is dressed in black with a large black hat and a pink flower boutonniere. They are smiling and laughing,
A woman in a white dress feeds a man in a black suit and wide-brimmed hat cake at a wedding reception.
A partially sliced white layered cake with white frosting, decorated with piped borders, on a black stand. Slices and a cake server with a white ribbon bow are on the table, surrounded by flowers and greenery.
Group of six women standing outdoors in a forest with trees and autumn foliage, smiling and posing for a photo.
A bride and groom standing close together in a wooded outdoor setting during their wedding. The bride has black hair and is wearing a white dress with off-the-shoulder sleeves. The groom has a beard and is wearing a black suit with a boutonniere. A w
A couple dressed in wedding attire sharing a kiss on the porch of a wooden house. The woman is holding a beige hat, and the man is wearing a black cowboy hat and a suit with a boutonniere. There is a potted plant to the side and warm lighting near th
A couple dressed in wedding attire, the woman in a white wedding gown and the man in a black suit with a black cowboy hat, sitting on the front porch of a wooden building, sharing an intimate moment.
A couple is kissing outdoors, seen through a mirror attached to a tree trunk. The woman is wearing a white off-shoulder dress and holding a beige hat, while the man is dressed in a black suit and wearing a large black hat. The background features tre
A man and woman in an outdoor setting, with the man's forehead touching the woman's forehead, both with eyes closed, sharing an intimate moment.

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