Barn Wedding in Lancaster at The Farm at Eagle's Ridge
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Kevin + Danielle
I’ve known Heather for seven years and I never knew she had a thing for the Amish. I’m not sure if it’s their tight community, hard work ethic, beautiful handmade furniture, or their simpler way of life, but I have to admit as we passed through Amish country I was pretty enamored as well. I couldn’t believe that people ride their horse-and-buggies right on the side of a highway with a 55mph speed limit but there they were, steadfast in their dedication to their way of life as cars and trucks zipped on by.
Heather, Capa, and I were on our way to Danielle and Kevin’s farm wedding in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, at The Farm at Eagle’s Ridge. We were charmed by the old architecture of Lancaster, which reminded us of a combination of some of our favorite neighborhoods in Washington D.C. and Philadelphia. Just minutes outside the busy streets of the city we drove through rolling farmland and pulled into Kevin and Danielle’s gorgeous wedding venue.
The Farm at Eagle’s Ridge is a beautifully curated and cared for piece of property with a large barn, a spacious covered outdoor patio, a picturesque pond, and a 5+ bedroom updated and refurbished colonial home. Kevin and Danielle and their respective bridal parties lounged in the luxurious home, getting ready, playing games in the early afternoon. We eventually headed out to the lawn for Kevin and Danielle’s first look, followed by a few family formals and bridal shots. The mid-70’s overcast spring day was perfect for the outdoor ceremony by the dock at the pond as the live music floated in the air.
The proper planning combined with the design of the property and Kevin and Danielle’s laid-back vibe made the entire day a seamless experience. Nothing felt rushed, every detail was curated and executed to perfection, and Kevin and Danielle looked like a million bucks. I keep saying that I need to invent a word for when I see a couple look at each other and really mean it--the kind of look that speaks the words that your mouth can’t quite say--well whatever that word turns out to be--Kevin and Danielle embody it.
As day turned to night and cocktail hour gave way to the sit-down dinner, we stole Kevin and Danielle for some romantics around the property. We took them through the grass, around the pond, in front of a grove of beautiful cherry-blossom like blooming trees, and finally back to the stone wall that they walked by on their way to their ceremony site. Kevin and Danielle walked with an ease like they were combing back from a Sunday brunch and when we took a few individuals of each of them the other looked on with a sparkly-eyed admiration of their partner. At one point as Danielle was comfortably seated on the rock wall Kevin muttered under his breath, “wow.”
It’s this kind of admiration, this kind of connection that I’ve been missing during this past year. Documenting our couples connect this deeply is food for my soul and I’m growing more and more grateful with every wedding of 2021.
Enjoy these sneaks from Danielle and Kevin’s wedding:
The Vendor Team—
Photography: Apollo Fields
VENUE: The Farm at Eagles Ridge, Lancaster PA
PARTY PLANNER / DAY-OF COORDINATOR: Danielle Boyer at Planned Perfection
VIDEOGRAPHER: Cinema 440
OFFICIANT: Rachel Wade
FLORIST: JDK - Colton
DJ / BAND: Steve Johnson Band
CAKE / BAKERY: Cakes by Rosie
DECOR / PARTY RENTALS: Shumaker / Treasured
DRESS: Seng couture
SUIT: Black Tux
HAIR AND MAKEUP: Lea from Style Co
Hey! It’s us…
…team Apollo! Having a great time with Danielle & Kevin.
Planning a Summer Vineyard Wedding
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Vineyard weddings are timeless and classic, yet still personal enough to not feel like a “turn and burn wedding”. One of my favorite things about them is the focus on the outdoors and the land, and the geometry to being out with the grapes is always fun to photograph because of the leading lines that the land gives.
This wedding was such a sweet day full of love and celebration. The morning began quietly at Mike’s home while he got ready with his daughter who was his “best man”. I love when wedding parties are intimate and break tradition here, but the fact that his daughter was helping him get ready made it that much sweeter.
We had an intimate first look out in the grape fields that were deep into the vineyard. The property owner led us there on a tractor, past all the areas that are visible to the public, and we were able to have a really sweet and quiet time together to do their first see and romantics together. I know I have said it before, but one of the reasons that I just love first looks is because it affords us so much more time to do portraits in a relaxed setting without the pressure that the couple might feel to say hi to guests and mingle.
We explored the rolling hills together and had the best time before making our way to the ceremony. Once we settled in, guests started arriving and you could feel the energy starting to build again. The ceremony was sweet, with multiple readings and personalized vows. I just love when couples write their own vows because it gives us an ‘insider perspective’ into their relationship, and makes the ceremony that much more special.
Cocktail hour was a fun and relaxed setting out by the beer garden. Guests were able to enjoy the warm weather and sunset while playing lawn games and catching up with one another before the night moved into the reception space. The rest of the night was filled with sweet, sentimental, and funny speeches and special dances. We had the best time celebrating with Danielle and Mike at their romantic wedding!
Enjoy these photos from their outdoor vineyard wedding:
Photography: Apollo Fields for Iryna Shostik
