Sometimes a couple just needs the wedding reception. They elope or get married on the spur of the moment and friends & family demand a chance to celebrate. Oliver and Dustin were one of those couples who decided to marry before the end of 2017 and they help the reception in the summer. They chose their backyard which is amazing and a wonderful spot for a reception. They even brought in LUX Catering & Events to run the event.
And bow ties make the man.
Oliver & Dustin with dog
We shot the couple and some family photos before the guests arrived. We photographed in the front yard where the lighting was good and we had a great background.
Oliver & Dustin’s formal portraits
Oliver & Dustin’s formal portraits
Not all the family was available at the beginning so there is a larger group photo later in this post. Sometimes we play things by ear and keep things flexible. I try to be as flexible as possible. We’re there to support the newly married couple. And it pays to be prepared! I have my lights ready in most cases for just moments like these.
The family before the reception
Photos with the siblings
Floral arrangements
LUX Catering & Events
Floral arrangements
While we were waiting for people to arrive we shot some headshots that would make LinkedIn proud. I’m there, I don’t mind.
People wanted LinkedIn headshots
People wanted LinkedIn headshots
Floral arrangements
A backyard wedding reception
Floral arrangements
Last second photograph with the whole family
I usually keep my camera assembled as I am leaving just in case there are any last second photographs that need creating.
Last minute family photos
