Valley Forge Sheraton Wedding | Lauren Eppinger & Amish Dhanak

Right in our backyard is a national treasure: Valley Forge National Park. And a stone’s throw from there is the Sheraton Valley Forge and we were excited to be in both places for Lauren and Amish’s beautiful wedding day!

Getting Ready for the Sheraton Valley Forge Wedding

When we got to the Sheraton Valley Forge to begin capturing Lauren and Amish’s wedding day, we were greeted by a happy and bubbling bride. All her details were ready to go, and we quickly got to work. The time flew by and it was transformation time, from bride to be to full blown bride. It wasn’t long before the dress was on and every perfect piece in place. We couldn’t wait for her to get to Valley Forge for her first look with Amish!

Meanwhile, Amish was busy himself. His suit fit him so well, and every detail made him the very dashing groom. He had a gift for Lauren that he sent up and she sent one in return. He smiled broadly as he opened it and we knew that he was ready to go see her. 

floral purple wedding invitation flat lay with jewelry, shoes, and confetti
wedding accessories, gold jewelry, engagement rings
wedding accessories, gold jewelry in bridal bouquet
wedding accessories, sparkly bridal sneakers, perfume
traditional bridal portraits with mother helping bride into dress, bride putting on her jewelry
traditional black and white bridal portrait getting ready with help of mom
bride spraying perfume and reading letter from her groom before the ceremony
elegant black and white portrait of bridal party helping the bride with her veil
traditional bridal portrait with bouquet of flowers
groom details with jacket, shoes, and boutonniere
groom getting ready for wedding with a drink and letter from his bride
groom portraits putting on jacket before ceremony

First Look and Portraits at Valley Forge 

Valley Forge is so near and dear to us. Not only for the incredible historical significance, but all the gorgeous places there are to take pictures there. In fact, when Rachel got married, she opted for her portraits there, somewhere off the beaten path. So we were really excited to set up their first look and get the wedding day ball rolling.

The entire portrait session at Valley Forge was gorgeous. We had spectacular weather and a couple who were crazy about each other. What more could you ask for? How about an adorable puppy! Tucker made an appearance and took some pictures with his spiffy mom and dad. We were so glad he could be part of their wedding day!

romantic bride and groom first look at Sheraton Valley Forge
traditional bridal party portrait with maroon and navy color palette at Valley Forge Park Archway
fun bridal party with baby flower girl stealing the spotlight
bride and groom kissing with bridal party at Valley Forge Park Archway
Bride and groom portrait laughing under archway at Valley Forge Park
traditional and romantic bride and groom portraits dancing under archway at Valley Forge Park
traditional black and white bride and groom portrait under archway in Valley Forge Park
bride and groom with their dog on wedding day at Valley Forge Park
bride and groom with their puppy portraits in Valley Forge Park
romantic family photo with bride, groom, and their dog on their wedding day
behind the scenes look at photographer shooting puppy with bride and groom
intimate black and white portrait with groom kissing brides forehead
whimsical and romantic bride and groom portraits kissing and laughing walking through Valley Forge Park
romantic black and white groom kissing bride portrait
intimate moment between bride and groom portrait
bride and groom portraits with Valley Forge Park greens in the background
bridal bouquet with pink white and red roses and grooms boutonniere
romantic black and white bride and groom portrait with groom embracing bride
intimate bride and groom portraits in the park with lens flare
National Park wedding bride and groom kissing in Valley Forge greens

Wedding Ceremony and Reception at Sheraton Valley Forge

Once we’d shot portraits to our heart’s content, we got these two and their closest family and friends (gathered together from all over the globe) to their ceremony where they tied the knot. 

Then, family and friends from all over the globe enjoyed the fabulous reception at the Sheraton Valley Forge. All those that Lauren and Amish love and hold dear were there, from India and Australia even! Those are some seriously strong bonds of friendship and family! 

Sheraton Valley Forge Wedding ceremony setup with welcome signs and florals
Sheraton Valley Forge wedding ceremony, groom watching bride and father walk down the aisle
bride and her father walking down the aisle
wedding ceremony bride and groom shot through florals with interesting perspective
traditional wedding ceremony bride and groom kissing and walking up aisle
wedding reception details with table signs, name cards, and calligraphy
Sheraton Valley Forge wedding reception with red and white floral centerpieces
floral wedding cake with "love you more" cake topper, custom Mr & Mrs champagne glasses, and cake cutter
romantic first dance as husband and wife at Sheraton Valley Forge wedding
traditional wedding reception speeches by best man, maids of honor, and father of the bride
wedding reception parent dances between father of the bride and mother of the groom
bride and groom cutting their wedding cake, feeding it to each other, and kissing

The night wore on and before we knew it, it was time to head home: all of five minutes away. Lauren and Amish, thank you for sharing your beautiful love and global community with us! 

Their special day was made possible by:

— Photography — Ashley Gerrity Photography — Venue — Sheraton Valley Forge — Videography — Well Spun Weddings — Florist — Carl Alan Floral — Stationary — Shutterfly — Cake — Isgro’s Pastries — Entertainment — Beverly Hills Entertainment & East Coast Event Group — Wedding Dress — Watters — Bridal Boutique — Lovely Philly — Bride’s Shoes ” Kate Spade x Keds — Wedding Rings — Warwick Jewelers — Hair and Makeup — JazminRae Makeup — Menswear — Mens Wearhouse — Bridesmaid Dresses — Davids Bridal

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