Fall is upon us with temperatures falling, Autumn leaves in all kinds of colors and wedding season at it's peak!! Stephanie and Brett's October wedding saw us going from getting ready at the groom's parent's home to a first look at Taltree Arboretum and our final destination of Avalon Manor in Merrillville, Indiana.
Stephanie and her girls were in great spirits as I captured all of their laughs and all of their toasts! As their tee shirts stated - the bridesmaids got the bubbly, but Stephanie got a hubby!
Bridal prep for an outdoor Fall wedding at Avalon Manor.
Laughter and spirits during bridal prep.
Stephanie and Brett's first look at Taltree Arboretum in Valparaiso was filled with wonderfully real emotion. After this private moment that we captured from a distance, we went all around the nature preserve with the wedding party and eventually ended with some romantic photos of the soon to be married couple.
First look / reveal at Taltree Arboretum.
The bride and groom take a break on a bench at Taltree Arboretum.
Romantic wedding photos at Taltree Arboretum nature garden.
From the glistening sun poking through the colorful trees to the blue skies and the lake, we pretty much had a gorgeous backdrop every way we turned. We heard a few farm animals on the loose as well.
A sunstar appears through the trees as the bride and groom embrace.
The bride shows off her garter as she shares a romantic moment with her groom.
The bridesmaids each had their own sign showing their connection to Stephanie. It was a nice continuation of Stephanie and Brett's engagement photos from last Fall.
Bridesmaid wedding day signs.
Stephanie's dress was just perfect and I especially loved the texture within it. We took a few wide shots to show off the dress as well as the picturesque nature all around us.
The bride shows off her dress at Taltree Arboretum.
We lined up the wedding party up on top of the rolling hills at the entrance of Taltree Arboretum with the sun shining brightly behind them. Then it was time for some cute blowing kisses pictures before we took off for the early evening ceremony.
The wedding party on top of the rolling hills at Taltree Arboretum in Valparaiso, Indiana.
The outdoor ceremony at Avalon Manor saw every seat full along with a standing crowd in the back. Two acoustic guitar players strummed and sang as the wedding party entered and exited. Stephanie and Brett were grinning ear to ear through their vows and raised their hands in the air in celebration as they were pronounced husband and wife.
Outdoor wedding ceremony at Avalon Manor.
The bride and groom celebrate at their outdoor ceremony at Avalon Manor.
After family photos it was time to go inside for cake cutting and speeches. Oh, the decor and candy buffet from How Sweet It Is Events was simply SPECTACULAR!!
Family wedding photo.
Fall wedding reception at Avalon Manor.
Party time at Avalon Manor in Merrillville, Indiana.
Father and daughter first dance at Avalon manor.
Mother and son first dance at Avalon Manor.
I hope you have enjoyed this sneak peek look at Stephanie and Brett's Fall wedding at Avalon Manor. Stay tuned to social media for more images. As always, please fill out the Contact Form to inquire about your wedding date.