The Wedding Weekend

When Rachel reached out back in 2024 about possibly shooting their intimate ceremony at Sacred Heart Church, I was intrigued. She mentioned she loved detail shots, film, and architectural moments, and at that point I was sold~


Rachel and Dylan both graduated with degrees in architecture, so the spaces they chose were intentional and thoughtfully designed. Everything, and I mean everything, from The Watershed in the morning to the the BEAUTIFUL chapel where they held their ceremony had something worth capturing.


This is just a small peek into their wedding weekend!

Illuminated white letters spelling 'Watershed' mounted on a dark exterior wall of a building at night.
Rustic wooden wall decorated with black floral accents, framed botanical prints, and green palm leaves for home decor.

The Morning

Friday morning at the The Watershed was peaceful, and I was able to take my time capturing some architectural shots there to set the mood.

Elegant ivory wedding shoes displayed with potted plants on wooden coasters in a romantic garden setting.
Black and white photograph showing wilted orchid flowers in a white vase against a dark background.
Modern cafe interior with floor-to-ceiling windows, wooden ceiling, and round tables with plush chairs overlooking forest views.
View through wooden slats into an elegant restaurant dining room with warm lighting and table settings.
A cozy modern living space with tan leather sectional sofa, wooden coffee table, and built-in shelving against brick walls.
Botanical art prints hang on a rustic wood wall above natural driftwood decor and potted plants.
Modern white feathered pendant lights hang from a rustic wooden ceiling in a stylish interior design setting.
Modern rustic interior space with white paper lantern pendant lights hanging from wooden beamed ceiling.
Framed botanical prints of green palm leaves hang on a rustic wooden wall above potted tropical plants.
Large glossy green fatsia japonica plant with palmate leaves growing above weathered driftwood in a rustic setting.
A rustic wooden cabin interior with stone flooring and natural light streaming through large windows.
Elegant bridal accessories including white shoes with ribbons and a potted plant arranged on a round wooden table.
Vintage handwritten letters and papers scattered across a dark surface create a moody, nostalgic composition.
A bride in a flowing white wedding gown with a long train walks down a modern hallway with wooden floors and windows.
Modern living room with rustic wood ceiling, leather sofas, and large windows overlooking a wooded landscape.

The Ceremony

 At the chapel, their intimate ceremony was officiated by a close family member who has been with their family throughout baptisms, weddings, and funerals. Such a special and meaningful moment to capture! The ceremony itself was deeply prayerful and full of love, and the organist just brought those feelings to life! I’ll share more from their Saturday reception soon. It was such a beautiful continuation of their day~


Special thanks to @dashsmirnovaphoto for being by my side on this day!

Stone wall garden path with religious statue overlooking flowering plants and trees in peaceful outdoor setting.
Four white wooden churches with steeples and wooden doors are shown in a panoramic sequence against a partly cloudy sky.
White fabric ribbons drape elegantly over stone steps alongside pink flowering plants and green foliage.
A white church building with brick accents and arched windows surrounded by autumn foliage and landscaping.
White ballet flats with delicate ribbon ties arranged in a graceful sequence on green grass background.
Row of white church steeples with crosses and arched windows against a cloudy sky.
White Gothic Revival church exterior with pointed arched windows and siding shown in three overlapping architectural details.
Silhouette of a cat climbing on wooden panels under white eaves against a bright sky.
Stone wall garden path with religious statue and flowering plants in a peaceful outdoor setting.
Traditional white wooden church exterior with Gothic arched windows and stone foundation.
A gothic-style wooden church door with pointed arch and white trim features a decorative metal handle on a sunny day.
A pianist plays an upright piano in a church or chapel setting with warm wooden interior lighting.
Interior of a church sanctuary with stained glass windows, white arched ceilings, and floral arrangements at the altar.
A stained glass church window illuminates wooden pews while a white cloth drapes over one of the benches.
A sepia-toned religious wall relief depicting the Stations of the Cross with a cross mounted above in an arched alcove.
A series of golden metallic sculptures mounted on a wall showing flowing robes in dramatic poses.
Interior view of a traditional church sanctuary with arched windows, wooden beams, and stained glass decorations.
Interior of a traditional church with vaulted ceiling, stained glass window, and hanging lanterns during a ceremony.
Interior of church with stained glass windows and arched ceiling during wedding ceremony.