We are truly blessed to get to capture beautiful weddings almost every single weekend. Within a few minutes of our former Malvern studio, we’re surrounded by some of Chester County’s most beautiful venues. We’re never at a loss for stunning florals, pretty paper goods, and sweet, delicious cakes! And we’re meeting people who are truly in love and embarking on life’s biggest adventure together. Aren’t we the luckiest?
These two weren’t just in love with each other, but their genuine heart for people shone through our every interaction and moment with these two. Their love shines not just when the two of them are together, but also in the way they’ve adopted and cared for each others’ families and the world around them. This wedding showcased one of the most beautiful examples of daily love we have had the chance to encounter – We’d find ourselves smiling more each time we would answer an email or hop on a call with them. Even after spending a full day capturing their beautiful celebration, we came home feeling more energized and believing more in what we do than we started the day.
We started the day in the sunbathed bridal rooms at The Farmhouse at People’s Light capturing vibrant florals and thoughtful details. In between the lush, feather roses, there were sprigs of different evergreens and firs that filled the rooms with a fresh, woodsy aroma. Adding to the warm, cozy vibes was a wood-burning fireplace and lots of warm fuzzies between close family. As we prepared for a first look, there were little glimpses of happy tears, but above all else, there was laughter & hugs.
The guys also embraced the holiday spirit, with an oversized Christmas tree as a backdrop and a bright burgundy red tie popping against his stormy grey three-piece suit. And there just couldn’t be a holiday without a quick pause to drop a note in the mailbox headed to the north pole in the Farmhouse at People’s Light lobby.
Want to know how to make a photographer laugh? I always stop out to get my lighting and greet the grooms before the official first look happens, since my seconds spend the morning with the guys. On this particular day, I came out to explain what would happen next. He heard the footsteps, his shoulders lifted, and before he even turned around, he had tears in his eyes – only to be disappointed to see me! After the early tears were wiped away, we had a good laugh and got ready for a truly emotional first look.
It’s important that couples get a little quiet time together on their wedding days, so we’re pretty firm that a first look is just for them. But with the Farmhouse at People’s Light as the backdrop to their first look, it also gave parents a chance to stay on the porch, watching from afar. And then we wandered the grounds of the Farmhouse at People’s Light for the rest of their portrait session, after which, their family members joined us for a series of beautiful outdoor family photos. Before we knew it, it was time to head inside and prepare for the wedding ceremony.
Inside, Heather and the team at Cottage Flowers had created a rustic winter wonderland, complete with potted evergreens, candle-filled lanterns, and pine cones galore. It would be the perfect backdrop for a final set of portraits and their much-anticipated wedding ceremony.
The winter wonderland continued into the reception in the ballroom at the Farmhouse at People’s Light with a perfectly matched paper suite paired to the burgundy florals throughout the space. Candles and twinkle lights warmed the space. After a first dance together and a few simple formalities, guests meandered out into the atria for dancing to both American and Turkish music as friends & family came together to celebrate this awesome union.
Photographer: Ashley Gerrity Photography | Venue: The Farmhouse at People’s Light | Florist: Cottage Flowers | Entertainment: Silver Sound John Cicala | Stationery: Rustic Paper Studio | Caterer: The Farmhouse at People’s Light | Cake: The Bakery House | Dress Boutique: David’s Bridal | Wedding Rings: Irish Jewel by Carol Clarke |
