Romantic Summer Wedding at The French House in Cincinnati's French Park

The French House at French Park is one of the most picturesque venues for Cincinnati wedding photography, offering a secluded estate setting surrounded by rolling greenery in a quiet suburb. With its historic architecture and French countryside feel, it’s a dream location for couples wanting an elegant yet natural backdrop. This past July, Megan and Drew celebrated their summer wedding here, making the most of the garden ceremony space, timeless interiors, and breezy outdoor reception—all beautifully captured in their wedding photos.

 
The bride and groom run together up a grassy hill, their energy and joy captured in motion at The French House.
 

Vendor Team

Photography - Contact us here // Venue - Premier Park Events at The French House // Video Associate - Cole Carpenter // Floral - The Flowerman // HMU - Kailey See & Naomia Mara Makeup // Dinner - Chefs Choice Catering // DJ - Showtime Cincinnati // Dress - Misora Bridal via Essense of Australia


The French House: A Venue Like No Other

The French House is a hidden gem within Cincinnati’s French Park, offering couples the ambiance of a French countryside estate without leaving Ohio. Built with timeless charm, the house boasts large windows and abundant natural light, making it an ideal space for bridal preparations. Megan and her bridal party enjoyed the serene atmosphere while getting ready, surrounded by the soft glow of sunlight streaming through the windows. The rooms within the French House offered a sense of intimacy and elegance, perfectly setting the tone for the day ahead.

A close-up of the bride's satin heels with pearl straps, elegantly placed on a rustic brick surface at The French House.
A detailed shot of the bride’s hands, highlighting her sparkling engagement ring against her delicate skin at The French House.
The flower girl is reflected in a mirror, gazing up in awe at the bride’s satin wedding dress hanging on the door.

On this hot summer day, Megan embraced classic elegance with her satin wedding dress and cathedral veil that trailed gracefully behind her. Her gown shimmered in the sunlight, and the long veil added a sense of drama as she moved. The bridesmaids complemented her timeless look in sleek black silk dresses, which offered a modern yet understated elegance. The contrast between Megan’s radiant white gown and the bridesmaids’ chic black dresses created a striking visual against the vibrant green backdrop of the estate. Meanwhile, Drew and his groomsmen donned black tuxedos, embodying classic sophistication that never goes out of style.

In keeping with tradition, Drew and Megan chose not to do a first look before the ceremony. Instead, they saved that heartfelt moment for the aisle. Megan did, however, share a tender first look with her father before the ceremony, a moment filled with tears, hugs, and a deep sense of love. Watching her father’s emotions overflow as he saw her in her wedding dress for the first time was unforgettable. These small, personal moments added so much depth to the day.

The bride's young niece and nephew peek through the door, curiosity seen from behind as the bride gets her hair styled at The French House.
The bride holds her elegant satin bridal shoes with delicate pearl straps at The French House.
A serene black-and-white portrait of the bride with her eyes gently closed, capturing a quiet and reflective moment at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and dad share a heartfelt moment, wiping away tears during their first look at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride stands in the bright sunlight, her veil and satin dress glowing as she faces away from the camera at The French House in Cincinnati.
A bridesmaid peeks into the room where the bride is getting ready, her expression filled with excitement and happiness at The French House.
The bride’s sister kneels to help her slip on her satin shoes at The French House.
The bride descends the grand staircase, her bridesmaid carefully lifting the train of her satin dress to keep it from touching the steps at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and dad see each other for the first time, their faces lighting up with emotion at The French House in Cincinnati.
Three bridesmaids wearing black dresses carefully holds the bride's flowing veil as they walk together, creating a graceful scene at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride gracefully descends the front porch steps of the historic brick house, her dress flowing behind her at The French House in Cincinnati.
A vibrant color image of the three bridesmaids wearing black dresses, cheerfully interacting with the bride’s flowing veil in the sunlight at The French House in Cincinnati.
The flower girl stands quietly in the corner, watching in awe as the bride finishes getting ready at The French House.
The bride embraces her sister tightly, both smiling with emotion in the warm glow of the French House's natural light
The bride and her sister share a heartfelt moment, gazing at each other with love and joy.
A classic black-and-white shot of the groom adjusting his watch, focused and composed at The French House in Cincinnati.
A candid black-and-white image of the three bridesmaids wearing black dresses, joyfully arranging and playing with the bride's veil at The French House in Cincinnati.
A radiant portrait of the bride, her face illuminated by bright sunlight, showcasing her natural beauty and elegant dress at The French House in Cincinnati.

Outside, the house is surrounded by lush native plant gardens that create an enchanting, almost storybook-like setting. The natural landscaping extends to the hilltop ceremony space, where guests were seated to witness Drew and Megan exchange vows. The ceremony location, with its elevated position and sweeping views, provided a stunning backdrop for the heartfelt moments of the day. Just as the ceremony began, a well-timed cloud rolled in, offering a brief reprieve from the summer heat and creating a soft, diffused light that made the scene even more beautiful.

Rows of white chairs arranged on lush green grass, ready for guests to arrive for the outdoor ceremony at The French House in Cincinnati.
beautifully styled detail shot of a hand fan nestled among vibrant ceremony flowers at The French House in Cincinnati.
Sweet candid moments of the grandparents, smiling and enjoying the day’s festivities at The French House in Cincinnati.
Grandma wipes tears away during an emotional ceremony moment during a wedding at The French House in Cincinnati.
Family members interacting and preparing for the ceremony, their excitement and joy evident at The French House in Cincinnati.
The groom stands confidently, his expression a mix of anticipation and happiness before the ceremony at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and her father walk arm in arm down the aisle toward groom whose expressions reflecting pride and emotion at The French House in Cincinnati.
The groom's mother laughing, moved by the ceremony’s heartfelt moments at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and her father walk arm in arm down the aisle, their expressions reflecting pride and emotion at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and her father arm in arm standing in front of groom before dad gives her away at The French House in Cincinnati.
The grandmother smiling, moved by the ceremony’s heartfelt moments at The French House in Cincinnati.
A touching moment as the bride’s father kisses her cheek before giving her away at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and groom share a joyful kiss halfway down the aisle, celebrating their union at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and groom laugh together joyfully as they reach the end of the aisle, radiating happiness at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and groom share a loving kiss at the end of the aisle, surrounded by cheers and smiles.

As photographers, we couldn’t have asked for better conditions to capture the beauty of this day. The bright sunshine in the afternoon was perfect for the bridal party portraits, and Megan’s radiant smile truly lit up each frame. The bridesmaids, with their sleek black dresses, and the groomsmen, looking dapper in their tuxedos, made for some timeless group shots that reflected the elegance of the day.

After the ceremony, Drew and Megan embraced the opportunity for newlywed portraits on the sprawling lawn. These moments were a mix of elegance and playfulness. We captured intimate shots under Megan’s cathedral veil, where the soft fabric framed their faces and highlighted their connection. As golden hour approached, the sunlight turned warm and dreamy, providing the perfect light for more candid and playful shots. One of our favorite sequences was Drew and Megan running across the grass, their laughter and joy shining through in every photo.

The bride and groom are captured from behind as they walk out the grand front door of the French House, sunlight streaming around them at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and groom walk joyfully with their wedding party, smiles and laughter filling the scene at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and groom walk hand in hand across vibrant green grass, their backs turned toward the camera at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and groom share a kiss as their wedding party runs around them, captured in motion blur, creating a dynamic black-and-white image at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride stands elegantly, holding her bouquet down as her veil gently drapes over her face at The French House in Cincinnati.
full length of bride stands elegantly, holding her bouquet up as her veil gently drapes over her face at The French House in Cincinnati.
A detailed close-up of the bride’s hand showcasing her engagement and wedding rings against her veil at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride stands elegantly, holding her bouquet up as her veil gently drapes over her face at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride stands gracefully under her veil, her hand softly resting on her veil, exuding timeless elegance at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and groom share an intimate moment under her veil, their eyes locked in affection at The French House in Cincinnati.
A dramatic black-and-white shot of the bride and groom under her veil, their love shining through the timeless frame at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and groom share an intimate moment under her veil, their eyes locked in affection at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and groom share an intimate moment under her veil, groom kisses bride on cheek at The French House in Cincinnati.
A black-and-white image taken from behind the groom, showing the bride’s hands around his neck and her wedding ring prominently displayed at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and groom walk side by side in the grass, casually enjoying each other’s company without holding hands at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride leans against the groom as they sit on a garden step, sharing a quiet and tender moment together at The French House in Cincinnati.
The groom playfully chases the bride down a grassy hill bathed in warm golden light, both seen from behind at The French House in Cincinnati.
The groom wraps his arms around the bride from behind, gently kissing her shoulder as she smiles at The French House in Cincinnati.
The bride and groom run together up a grassy hill, their energy and joy captured in motion at The French House in Cincinnati.
The groom embraces the bride from behind, both of them radiating joy and laughter at The French House in Cincinnati.
The groom wraps his arms around the bride from behind, gently kissing her shoulder as she smiles at The French House in Cincinnati.
A black-and-white shot of the groom holding the bride tightly from behind, both smiling and happy at The French House in Cincinnati.

The reception took place in a permanent tented structure on the estate’s lawn, which offered a blend of elegance and practicality. The space, surrounded by vibrant green grass, felt like an extension of the garden itself. The decor was a nod to French style, featuring antique blue-and-white china dishes and delicate blue glass goblets. These thoughtful details, combined with the lush floral arrangements, gave the reception a refined yet inviting atmosphere that perfectly matched the overall theme of the day.

Guests were treated to an evening filled with heartfelt toasts and meaningful moments. The speeches from Drew and Megan’s family and friends were filled with emotion, offering glimpses into their love story and the support they have from their loved ones. One particularly touching moment was when Drew’s best man recounted a story about the early days of their relationship, drawing both laughter and tears from the crowd.

Drew and Megan opted for a private cake cutting inside the French House, allowing them to share a quiet, intimate moment before returning to their guests. The two-tiered cake was as delicious as it was stunning. This brief pause amidst the festivities was a reminder of the importance of savoring these small, meaningful moments.

A close-up of the framed dinner menu displayed elegantly at The French House in Cincinnati.
A close-up of the antique-style china print dishes with intricate blue and white patterns, adding a touch of elegance at The French House in Cincinnati.
A wide shot of the tented reception tablescape, featuring a harmonious arrangement of china print dishes, blue goblets, and garden flowers at The French House in Cincinnati.
A beautifully styled image of the dinner menu placed on a china plate, accented by elegant table decor at The French House in Cincinnati.
A cheerful display of fresh limes piled high in a bar bowl, adding a pop of color to the scene at The French House in Cincinnati.
close-up of the lush native garden flowers at The French House in Cincinnati.
A detailed close-up of the vibrant blue glass goblet, reflecting the light and complementing the table’s theme at The French House in Cincinnati.
A shot of the drink menu displayed on the bar, offering a glimpse of the cocktail options for guests at The French House in Cincinnati.
Maid of honor standing at the head table giving her toast, with the reception crowd visible in the background at The French House in Cincinnati.
Grandparents attentively watching the toasts and recording on their phone at The French House in Cincinnati.
Bride laughing joyfully while listening to the maid of honor's toast at The French House in Cincinnati.
Grandparents sharing a moment of laughter together during the reception at The French House in Cincinnati.
Father of the bride delivering his toast with a wide view of the reception tent in the background at The French House in Cincinnati.
Close-up of the bride laughing during the heartfelt toasts at The French House in Cincinnati.
Black and white photo of the maid of honor hugging the bride from behind as they sit together at the table at The French House in Cincinnati.
Black and white image of the bride laughing and covering her mouth in surprise at The French House in Cincinnati.
Bride and maid of honor wiping away tears after the Father of the Bride’s emotional toast at The French House in Cincinnati.
Black and white photo of the bride and groom cheering their glasses together after the Father of the Bride's toast at The French House in Cincinnati.
Guests dancing and enjoying the celebration on the lively reception dance floor at The French House in Cincinnati.
Grandparents laughing together during the reception under a flash of light at The French House in Cincinnati.
A woman dancing the worm on the reception dance floor, adding energy to the celebration at The French House in Cincinnati.
A simple and elegant two-tiered white Just Married wedding cake displayed at the reception at The French House in Cincinnati.
Bride and groom cutting the wedding cake together, smiling at each other at The French House in Cincinnati.
Bride feeding the groom a bite of wedding cake while sharing a playful moment at The French House in Cincinnati.
Bride and groom laughing together after feeding each other cake, enjoying the moment.

As the sun set, the tent on the hilltop transformed into a glowing beacon of celebration. From below, the soft lights strung inside the tent created a magical scene, illuminating the vibrant green grass and casting a warm glow over the evening’s festivities. It was the kind of moment that makes you pause and take in the beauty of the day.

The evening ended with dancing under the tent, where guests celebrated with Drew and Megan late into the night. Seeing the joy on everyone’s faces as they danced and laughed together was a perfect way to close the day. As we prepared to leave, we couldn’t resist capturing one last shot of the tent lit up against the dark night sky—a fitting end to a day filled with love, laughter, and beauty.

A close-up detail shot of a hand fan, menu, and candle arranged neatly on the reception table at The French House in Cincinnati.
A serene view of the moon rising over the bushy horizon during the evening at The French House in Cincinnati.
Candle glowing softly inside a hurricane glass centerpiece at the reception at The French House in Cincinnati.
Silhouette of a bushy horizon during a vibrant sunset, casting warm colors across the sky at The French House in Cincinnati.

Why Choose The French House for Your Wedding?

Drew and Megan’s wedding highlighted everything that makes The French House such a unique and special venue. From its French-inspired architecture to its natural surroundings, it offers couples a space that feels both elegant and welcoming. The versatility of the venue—with its light-filled interiors, lush gardens, and hilltop ceremony space—makes it a dream location for capturing stunning photos and creating unforgettable memories.

Planning Your Cincinnati Summer Wedding

Summer weddings at The French House offer couples a chance to embrace the warmth and beauty of the season. Whether you’re envisioning a large celebration or a more intimate gathering, this French Park estate provides the perfect backdrop for your special day.

If you’re planning a wedding and searching for a venue that combines elegance, charm, and a touch of whimsy, The French House is an excellent choice. As Cincinnati wedding photographers, we’d love to help you bring your vision to life. Reach out to us to learn more about how we can capture the beauty and joy of your wedding day.