My friends got married! I got to photograph their Blackberry Meadow Wedding at McMenamins Edgefield… and I also got to be a guest at the reception! It was a win-win for me to do both since it’s really hard for me to NOT have my camera at a wedding. Point in case, the couple told me no more photos were allowed after the cocktail hour, but I still had to get a few sneaky shots in from afar.

Blackberry Meadow Wedding

If you’re a regular to my blog, you probably noticed I was just at Blackberry Hall for a wedding last month as well. Edgefield is such a fun venue, and Blackberry Meadow is a great spot for an outdoor ceremony. I’ve always loved the McMenamins vibe, all the weird art, and gardens, and there is never any shortage of great photo backdrops.

I got a few shots of the brides getting ready before we headed out for portraits around the venue. After we hit all of our favorite spots, we met the family in the meadow for family photos. We finished those with time to spare, so the three of us headed to one of the bars for pre-wedding celebratory shots! Turns out most of the friends and family had the same idea because it turned into a party in the bar.

This was an extra special ceremony as well because our other friend was the officiant. And the couple had their dog, Tuxedo, walk down the aisle as well. It was super cute! It was sad their two bunnies could not attend, but two wild bunnies showed up at sunset to say hello!

The Vendors

Venue – McMenamins Edgefield

Planner – Don’t Mess With The Bride

Florist – A Floral Affair

HMUA – Shy Love Styling

Photographer – Crystal Genes Photography

DJ – Stumptown DJs (Katie Heath)

Desserts – Saint Cupcake

Photobooth – Stumptown Booth