Every once in a while, a wedding feels truly effortless. It is beautiful in every sense. This includes everything from the venue to the love shared between the couple. That’s exactly how I would describe David and Melanie’s wedding at Lavender Ridge Farm in Newark, Ohio. As a photographer, I get to see a lot of love stories unfold, but David and Melanie’s was … Read More Lavender Ridge Farm Wedding | Shawna Keyse Photography
The Charm of Intimate backyard Weddings There’s something uniquely enchanting about a small, intimate backyard wedding. I recently had the opportunity to photograph the wedding of David and Cindy at their beautiful home in Hanover, Ohio. I’ve had the privilege of capturing many types of weddings, but there’s a special magic in these close-knit celebrations. The benefits of a small guest list, the intimacy … Read More Capturing the Magic: benefits of an Intimate Backyard Wedding
In a world where big weddings rule, some couples are opting for a more intimate path: eloping. And guess what? Choosing an Airbnb as your elopement spot is like unlocking a world of awesomeness. Here are just a FEW of the pros of having an intimate elopement in an Airbnb: 1. Personalized Vibes: Airbnbs are like wedding chameleons. Find a cozy cabin, a beachfront … Read More The Pros of an Intimate Elopement in an Airbnb|| hocking hills, ohio
I loved hanging out with these two on their wedding day! They were kind, compassionate, genuine and absolutely in love with each other! Venue- Cherry Valley Hotel and Ohio Event Center Flowers– Foraged 774 Caterer- City Barbeque
Ben and Jessie were married on a beautiful, windy day among the rolling hills of Perry County, OH. Vinberige Vineyards offered such a stunning backdrop for their wedding ceremony with gorgeous views of the vineyards. The Bride and Groom chose not to have a wedding party stand with them. I am finding that more couples are doing this and it does make for a … Read More Ben + Jessie Smith||Wedding||Vinberige Vineyards
Landoll’s Mohican Castle is one of the most unique lodging and wedding destinations I have photographed. Located in central Ohio, deep in Mohican country and Loudonville, Ohio, this romantic venue is nestled in an enchanting forest making it a one-of-a-kind setting to host your fairytale wedding. Named one of the top 3 places to get married in Ohio, what better place to exchange your vows … Read More Landoll’s Castle Wedding|| Loudonville, Ohio
From the moment that I saw Casey and Onalee on their wedding day, I knew it was going to be a great day! They were all smiles from the very beginning! I absolutely love it when a bride and groom decide to leave all worries at the door and purposely make the decision to enjoy their day. This was the first time that I … Read More Casey + Onalee || Wedding ||La Navona, Gahanna, Ohio
For some people, a courthouse elopement may not seem ideal. But the stress, high stakes, and high expectations that come with an extravagant wedding does not sound fun at all for some couples. We all know that a wedding is meant to celebrate the beginning of a lifelong journey. However, it can be the source of tension between family members and, unfortunately, sometimes even the … Read More Eddie and Kim’s Courthouse Elopement
Josh and Abigail Lewis’s wedding was absolutely beautiful! They were married alongside their closest friends and family. These moments are to be held very dear, especially since even gathering together with one another – for any occasion – has been rare during the pandemic. They were married at The Legacy on Possum Run which is a beautiful venue. It allowed for such a unique … Read More Joshua + Abigail Lewis
This story began 27 years ago. Some of our friends from church organized a rafting trip to Ohiopyle, Pa. We were going to take a ride down the Youghioheny River and navigate some Class III and IV rapids! “Let’s do this!” said the naive 23 year old me. My sister-in-law nervously asked me if I was afraid. “Heck no! This is going to … Read More That one time I almost died!
Sam and Kenzie were married on March 28, 2020. Right in the middle of a statewide stay at home order during the COVID-19 pandemic. They had plans for a huge celebration with their many friends and family. We had spoken of all the plans they had for their wedding day. Kenzie and her mom told me about all the details they were so excited … Read More Sam + Kenzie
