This couple planned the most beautiful morning wedding on their family-own farm outside Dayton, Ohio. Using vintage thrifted pieces, handmade long floor tables, with pillows, rugs and blankets for their guests to sit on, the couple, along with their family, crafted a casual, yet aesthetically pleasing picnic brunch reception. From visually stunning charcuterie boards, to warm cinnamon rolls and a fun coffee cart, to all the vibrantly colorful flowers, their whimsical vision came together, creating a relaxed, joyful Spring celebration of their love.

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Canyon Run Ranch Wedding in Early Fall

Chase and Karina held the most beautiful early autumn wedding at Canyon Run Ranch.

The ranch itself has everything—from wildflowers fields to waterfalls to a woodland area perfectly cleared for a ceremony space. For Chase and Karina’s wedding, the raw and wild ceremony arbor was adored in hanging florals, and at the entrance to the aisle stood a doorway of hanging white petals. The owners of the ranch, Amy and Gary, have a keen eye for design, and created the arbor—it stands ready for all their couples; and the Twilight inspired floral installation was beautifully crafted by the flower goddess Flohemian Floral.

Outdoor Wedding in Yellow Springs Ohio

Seth & Hailey’s genuine hearts, devotion, and unbreakable bond made their wedding at Wirrig Pavilion in Yellow Springs, Ohio, a day no one in attendance will ever forget.

The forecast called for rain for the entire day, but until late afternoon there was nothing but sunshine. Seth & Hailey were able to have their first look and take bridal party portraits with us in the warmth of full afternoon sun. When we were finished with portraits, a thunderstorm rolled in and it poured; but the rain only stayed long enough to cool off the August heat. The skies cleared in time for their beautiful outdoor ceremony.

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Golden Hour Anniversary Photos in Dayton Ohio

We love engagement sessions—couples are so eager and excited about starting their lives together, and it’s always a special time to share in with our couples. But there is just something so powerful about working with couples whose relationship has already stood the test of time. Michelle and Marco have been together for twelve years, and at the time of the session, married for four. Relationships take hard work, and they were so candid about their own struggles to make it to where they are today. Because of their willing openness, we were able to create authentic environments that in turned helped us create images personal to them.

engagement sessionseastlyn brightDecember 16, 2020Englewood Metro ParkGolden Hour, Atmosphere Aerosol, Sunset, Summer, Dayton, Ohio, OutdoorComment

Engagement Photos at John Bryan State Park

The light, accented by wild roses white, draped golden through summertime foliage, and the seamless air welcomed us to run and dance and laugh, spinning joyfully like the leaves of John Bryan’s trees.

Yellow Springs, Ohio is surrounded by beautiful nature parks, seas of wheat, and whimsical charms. It created the perfect environment to celebrate Seth & Hailey’s engagement with these photos.

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Jen & Will's Outdoor Autumn Wedding in Rural Ohio

Will & Jen's faith was woven deeply into every aspect of their wedding day, especially during their emotionally melodious ceremony. In all its movement, tears, expression, and gratitude, it is a rich piece of their history they'll never want to forget.

weddingseastlyn brightJanuary 3, 2018Ohio, Estate, Barn, Outdoor, Dayton, Autumn, Fall, Backyard, Traditional Wedding, Wedding Comments

Outdoor Wedding at the Willow Tree Estate

As they said their covenant words to each other, the breeze kicked-up the yellow and red fallen leaves and sent them swirling around the sweet bride and groom. Glorious golden and soft autumnal light eclipsed every moment of their perfect day.

weddingseastlyn brightNovember 23, 2016Estate, Barn, Dayton, Ohio, Outdoor, Summer, Traditional WeddingComment

Rock Quarry Engagement Session

Sometimes it's hard to find descriptive words that are not cliche, but the more I think of it, the more I realize that words only becomes a cliche when they're proved over-and-over-again true. And that's what we found with Chase & Kasey: With hearts to inspire and help the next generation, they're truly best friends of more than seven years, and the perfect, balanced match.

engagement sessionseastlyn brightSeptember 28, 2016Ohio, Dayton, Sunset, Golden Hour, Summer Comments