08/19/2026
Blue skies. Perfect weather. A ceremony tucked beside the lake. And a sunset that showed off like it knew it was being photographed. But the scenery was only part of what made this day so damn good.
Rachel & Ryan’s emotional first look. Private vows. The kind of love that makes photographing two people feel ridiculously easy because they’re so completely wrapped up in each other. Their family and wedding party brought SO much energy and support and welcomed me with open arms from the moment I arrived. I never felt like an outsider; I felt like I was part of it.
And that’s my favorite kind of wedding day.
The kind where there’s no forcing moments. No performing for the camera. Just two people wildly in love, surrounded by their people, fully present in it all.
Honestly? The most perfect day. And I’m still over here thinking about it.
Rachel & Ryan, thank you from the bottom of my heart for inviting me into your lives. It has been nothing short of spectacular 🩵
Venue: Ryan Family Farm ™️
Hair: Lexie & Maddie
Make up: NY BRIDAL MAKEUP ARTIST
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