Jorgensen Farms, The Gardens, Engagement session
engagement session taken at Jorgensen Farms The Garden Venue in harvest season. Flower fields and a beautiful couple walk barefoot around the farm for photos
It’s such a fun time getting to know couples during an engagement session. Truth be told it’s as much a get to know you session as it is make photos for an engagement session. I love the slower pace of meandering around, with the couple trusting me to catch pretty locations to stop and make some images that will serve to show this time in their lives. Talking about the wedding, but mostly just learning about their lives, love, and of course PETS. Enjoy a few from Gina + Ryan’s engagement session at Jorgensen Farms Garden venue. A year from today they’ll get married at Oak Grove!
Theresa + James | Married at North 4th Corridor Brick + Mortar
If you’re not new to my online presence, you know I thrive off the sun, and all all things light. Well, this January day: full of overcast and foggy skies might have forever changed what I look for on a winter wedding day. It was….perfect. A grey day filled with the warmth of the brick of this venue was just the vibe Theresa + James were going for.
I love winter weddings. LOVE. Enjoy viewing their day through my lens!
and then, with winter and all, we popped over to the Smith Bros building + up to Revere to shoot some more bridal party + portrait couple photos.
Favorite Friday!
favorite wedding venues in and around greater Columbus, Ohio
IS THIS A THING!! Can I share some knowledge with ya!? We’ll go through as many favorites of favorites I can think of until it’s either 1. garden season or 2. wedding season! Ready for a bold start!? Favorite…….wedding venue in Columbus! Let’s go with a top 5!
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STRONGWATER
Strongwater Columbus can start this list off strong. It’s basically a blank slate that a couple can do up as much, or as simple, as their vision allows. It’s easy to access - and the space allows for a variety of set ups on a wedding day. With both indoor and outdoor space, you’re set for any weather… and I’ve seen lots of it! THE rainiest wedding I think I’ve ever experienced…and I promise, while you might worry about rain on your wedding day, it always brings a level of emotion for your guests! AND, LET’S NOT EVEN GET STARTED ON THE SPOTS TO FIND FOR PORTRAITS HERE!!
You know you live in Ohio when….almost all of your favorite venues are because they are “safe for many kinds of weather.” And, while this is true for this venue, too, it’s hardly hard to see why there are a bajillion other reasons to love it!
This venue. Let’s just talk about how wonderful it is that Milo’s Catering went ahead and brought it back to life after what we’ve all been through since 2020. It’s simply stunning. And, a wonderful way to celebrate Columbus.
It’s wonderful in all the seasons…and Lord knows you can’t count on anything anymore when it comes to consistency in wedding weather!
**addendum**
I’m sorry, this list is incomplete without pointing out that….BY FAR AND AWAY, my absolute favorite place to shoot is on anyone’s private property. Anyone I’ve worked with, or even written back to an inquiry about a private property wedding knows this. There is something so so special about taking a space, meaningful to YOU, and transforming it to a place to welcome your most loved family + friends, and start your married life together.
Lucy + Mike | married at the Bluestone
a summer wedding at the Bluestone in Downtown Columbus.
My first time at the Bluestone was last October + I was so so pleasantly surprised with how much I loved shooting there, so when Lucy contacted me to talk about her June wedding, I was really happy at the prospect of getting to shoot a summer wedding there. It’s so easy to think all summer weddings need to be outside all day, but I love that the Bluestone gives the option to escape the heat! We started for their first look at the iconic front door of the venue, and moved to the Topiary Park with just the couple for a few extra shots (and time alone!) then headed back to take advantage of the AIR CONDITIONING and gorgeous stained glass windows + light inside the venue.
Loved this venue, wedding, and couple. The ceremony will forever remain one of my favorites to date - and here comes my soapbox moment ;) …. if you’re planning your wedding, don’t underestimate the emotional value of sharing some more intimate memories with your guests during the ceremony. Some people think: (ahem, this was us, 11 years ago!) our ceremony might be like 5 minutes, we just want to get to the party! Well, there’s something special about taking your time, pouring your love + personalities into your ceremony for your guests to hear + set the tone for the fun + love that will fill your wedding day. AND having someone special to you, as the one marrying you, THAT is something awesome too!
Enjoy a glimpse into their day:
Margaret + Jordan // Juniper Rooftop Wedding
wedding in Columbus Ohio at Juniper Rooftop venue. flowers by EcoFlora
The thing about Juniper is … it’s everything! I love getting to shoot at this venue, and LOVE the staff that works there. Whenever I’m asked about my “favorite venues” in columbus, i’m always quick to respond that the most accommodating staff makes the venue - if they’re taking care of me, I know they’re taking exceptional care of my couples and their guests. And, to me, that feeling of welcoming and love is what makes a wedding day! Doesn’t hurt that this natural light + gorgeous city views make shooting super easy! Here’s how I saw their wedding day on this beautiful September day!
(and you know I have to point out that Eva with Eco Flora doing her thing with the flowers was just absolutely amazing)
Madison + Nate | Married at Juniper
Madison + Nate
Juniper | Columbus, Ohio
While I can’t really call a venue my “favorite,” uh, duh. Juniper is a fantastic celebration of the city of Columbus, and from a photographer who is endlessly inspired by light, an absolute dream. Soooo I’m just saying…if you email me telling me you’re getting married at Juniper you might get an overambitious response :)
This July day was absolutely perfect. I’m not complaining about the heat we’ve been having this FALL ( or “fall”) …but this July day even kind of felt like fall. Breezy + warm, not too hot. We shot the first look + bridal party photos on the quad at OSU, including their pup + some champagne. Then we stopped on campus to a bar, because. Let me tell you a thing: It’s very important, on your wedding day, that you don’t spend all your time HAVING TO DO THINGS. It’s your wedding day! Plan a trip to a favorite bar or hang out spot, and just BE with your people. Quick stop at the Scioto Mile area, then it was on to Juniper and the rest of the night was pure magic!
Mix of film + digital! Enjoy!
venue Juniper
officiant United Marriage Services
bridesmaid dresses Shop Gilded Social
flowers Madisonhouse Design
cake Suisse Shop