I have shot at The Barn and Vineyard wedding venue in Beecher, Illinois, numerous times, and its family-owned, rustic charm has always struck me as a great destination for Illinois and Indiana-based wedding couples.
We were fortunate to have lovely weather for Victoria and Jacob’s big day, with a mix of clouds (see image above) and beautiful sunshine (see images below), all accompanied by nice fall-season temperatures.
Our day started at the bride’s parents’ home with a flurry of activity as they readied for the church ceremony at the original Saint John the Evangelist Church.
Bridal Prep
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Groom prep was a combination of locations, culminating in a spirited game of foosball.
Groom Prep
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Just before leaving for the Catholic church wedding ceremony, Victoria had an emotional first look with her Dad.
First Look w/ Dad
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In the setting of a Catholic church, generations of families come together to witness and participate the timeless tradition of walking down the aisle. From grandparents taking slow, deliberate steps filled with memories to young flower girls scattering petals with innocent joy, each stride carries a unique story.
Victoria and Jacob’s wedding saw these generations of family and friends walk down the center aisle, while we captured the unfolding event from ground level, as well as the balcony.
Ceremony
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Portraits
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Barn and Vineyard Wedding Portraits
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To say that Victoria and Jacob’s guests were ready to celebrate their wedding reception at The Barn and Vineyard in Beecher, Illinois, would be an understatement.
The wedding party entered in groups, followed by the newlyweds soon after. They immediately cut their cake and took their first dance, before many heartfelt and entertaining speeches began.
Soon after, it was non-stop dancing, along with a tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne as the bride and groom celebrated in matching sweatshirts and sweatpants, White Stripes style.
Reception
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This is merely a sneak peek at Victoria and Jacob’s October wedding at The Barn and Vineyard in Beecher, Illinois. Stay tuned here and on the social media channels below for more images from this and other weddings in the Chicago and Northwest Indiana area.