A Perfectly Purple Backyard Wedding

November 27, 2023

~ Cozy, relaxed, and intimate private backyard wedding ~

Every wedding should be unique, and Clara and Alex made sure to make their special day exactly what they wanted! Their celebration was a special blend of simplicity, familial warmth, and a touch of purple magic. Hosted in their family’s backyard, this couple crafted a day that reflected their personalities and showcased the beauty of love in its purest form.

A Cozy Backyard Venue

Clara and Alex decided to have their ceremony in their family’s beautiful backyard. They wanted to keep things simple and encouraged a relaxing atmosphere throughout the day. Clara and Alex opted for a small guest list, with only their parents in attendance encouraging the cozy and relaxing atmosphere of the day. I love the idea of having a family backyard wedding, this type of space provides intimacy and comfort unlike any other. This option is also a great way to maximize how you can personalize and spice up your ceremony and reception. When having a backyard wedding you can have unlimited access to the space, properly plan everything out, and see how everything will look in the actual space. After all, it is your own backyard, you can do whatever you want! Weddings like this one are always so much fun to capture as they feel so personal and unique to the couple.  

This wedding took place in August, meaning the weather was not quite on our side as it was very hot. Luckily the backyard had a good number of trees that provided some shade and cover from the summer heat. However, the combination of bright sunlight and the shade from the trees presented a unique challenge for capturing photos. At times it was difficult to get even lighting as the sun and leaves were constantly shifting. I could have fixed this by simply using flash to counteract the uneven lighting. However, Clara and Alex, along with their family, had already expressed concerns about blinking and squinting so I opted to deal with the shadows instead. Luckily, some clouds ended up blocking the sun for a few moments allowing for additional shade and even lighting, a photographer’s dream scenario.

Just a touch of purple

Clara and Alex chose to embrace the color purple throughout their special day. They incorporated purple in various elements including their flowers, jewelry, and attire. Clara, breaking away from tradition, opted for a stunning non-traditional purple dress, embodying her unique style and personality. Alex also wore a purple shirt under his blazer that complemented Clara’s dress beautifully. You could find purple in almost every element of this wedding, even in the couple’s wedding rings! Knowing how much the couple loves the color, their parents had surprised them with a gorgeous arch for them to get married under, decorated with, you guessed it, purple flowers. Clara and Alex chose excellent shades of purple that paired well together and were able to add to the atmosphere without being overwhelming.

From Camera Shy to Camera Ready

When I started talking with Clara and Alex, they were pretty open about their camera shyness and wanted to some help when it came to posing. My style of photography encourages natural movement and authenticity. I enjoy capturing those real moments from unexpected smiles to a sudden dance break, these types of moments often make for the best photos. I told Clara and Alex not to worry much about posing and to allow me to capture their day in the most authentic way. Of course, I always make sure to grab some timeless posed pictures where I help even my most camera-shy clients feel more comfortable and confident. It is important to remind them to enjoy the moment and take the day in. The last thing you want is them worrying about if you got the shot, that’s one of the reasons I love capturing candid moments.

A Dual Celebration

Adding an extra layer of significance to the day, it was also Alex’s parents’ anniversary. We took this opportunity to take some extra solo photos of Alex’s parents to help them celebrate and capture their anniversary which happened to be on such a special day.

In the end, Clara and Alex’s backyard wedding was a testament to the beauty of simplicity, the warmth of familial bonds, and the power of the color purple! It was an absolute joy being able to photograph their wedding and I love how the photos turned out!

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