A bride and groom embrace tenderly in front of a lush, green background. The bride wears a strapless white dress, while the groom is in a blue suit with a boutonniere. They appear happy and serene.

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July 19, 2021

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highgrove estate wedding photographer – nikki & john

It’s been quite the journey over the last few years photographing Nikki & John. From their engagement session back in spring 2019, to their backyard COVID wedding last summer, to Nikki’s bridal session and now, finally, the Highgrove Estate wedding they had spent so long planning for.

You can tell with these images that everyone was really ready to come out, celebrate and party on this beautiful day.

Here are just a few of my picks of the pics….

  • A man laughs while holding a beverage can, wearing a T-shirt with a graphic, and sunglasses around his neck. He stands in a room with framed pictures and a decorative vase on the wall behind him. The photo is in black and white.
  • Four women in matching pajamas and a robe are standing and laughing in a warmly lit room with beige curtains and a lamp. One holds a phone, and they appear to be enjoying a joyful moment together.
  • A bride in a strapless dress holds hands with a woman in a formal gown, both smiling with joy. They stand in a room with a gown hanging beside them and an open door in the background.
  • A black and white photo of a bride in a wedding dress sitting on a cushioned chair. An older woman kneels beside her, adjusting the brides shoe. The room is elegantly decorated with a chandelier, round table, and armchairs.
  • A man stands in front of a mirror, adjusting his tie. Hes wearing a white shirt and a wristwatch. The reflection shows his focused expression as he prepares, suggesting a formal occasion or event.
  • Three men in a room prepare for a formal event. Two tie neckties while one adjusts his shirt. The room features wood paneling, framed portraits on the wall, and a table with gifts and a lamp.
  • A bride in a white dress reacts to her bridesmaids, who are wearing matching gray dresses and standing in a living room. The bridesmaids express surprise and excitement. The room is decorated with wreaths and a flower-shaped ceiling light.
  • A black and white photo of a bride standing in front of a mirror, adjusting her wedding gown with the help of two bridesmaids. They are all smiling, with curtains and floral decorations in the background, creating an elegant and intimate atmosphere.
  • A woman in a strapless white dress reclines on a chair, looking into the camera with a subtle smile. The black-and-white photo highlights her elegant pose and the soft lighting creates a classic, intimate atmosphere.
  • A bride in a white gown descends a staircase decorated with greenery, smiling towards a man in a suit who awaits at the bottom. The setting is a well-lit room with a chandelier and wooden floors, conveying a sense of elegance and anticipation.
  • A grayscale image of a bride and groom embracing in a softly lit room. The brides back is to the camera, showing off her strapless gown, while the groom, in a suit, closes his eyes as they share an intimate moment.
  • A bride and groom face each other on the brick steps of a large white house with tall columns and dark shutters. Greenery and a clear blue sky add to the bright setting.
  • A bride and groom share a kiss in front of a blue door with a Welcome to the wedding sign beside them. The scene is framed by large planters and columns. The bride wears a white dress, and the groom is in a blue suit.
  • A bride and groom, dressed in wedding attire, walk joyfully across a grassy field. The groom is pointing at something in the distance while the bride laughs, holding up her gown. Trees form a lush backdrop in this black and white photo.
  • A bride in a white dress and a groom in a blue suit stand closely, embracing each other, surrounded by lush green trees and grass, under dappled sunlight.
  • A bride and groom embrace tenderly in front of a lush, green background. The bride wears a strapless white dress, while the groom is in a blue suit with a boutonniere. They appear happy and serene.
  • A man in a blue suit and white checkered tie stands smiling outdoors. He has his hands in his pockets, and a small boutonniere is pinned to his lapel. A lush green garden with tall trees is in the background.
  • A person pours sparkling wine from a green bottle into a flute held by another person. The scene is outdoors with sunlight, a blurred green background, and a wine bucket nearby.
  • A group of five men in suits clinking glasses in a toast, smiling and standing in a room with closed doors and decorations. They appear to be celebrating a special occasion, like a wedding.
  • A bride in a white dress and veil is smiling and holding her veil while standing with two bridesmaids in gray dresses. They are in a warmly lit room with a window, greenery, and a small table with a champagne bucket.
  • A bride in a wedding dress gracefully descends a curved staircase, assisted by two bridesmaids. A grand chandelier hangs nearby. The setting is elegant and filled with soft, natural light.
  • A bride in a strapless gown and veil stands by a window, holding a bouquet. She smiles at an older man in a suit, who faces her. The room is elegantly decorated, with curtains, a decorative table, and framed by soft natural light.
  • A bride in a strapless gown walks arm in arm with a man in a suit, holding a bouquet. They are outdoors, with trees and foliage in the background. Both are smiling, and the scene is in black and white.
  • A black-and-white image of a wedding ceremony outdoors. A groom in a suit wipes away a tear, with a pastor holding a book standing beside him. Trees form the backdrop.
  • A black-and-white photo of a wedding ceremony. The groom wipes his eye while facing the officiant, holding a book. The bride, wearing a veil and strapless gown, looks on with a slight smile. The background is blurred with trees and guests visible.
  • A bride and groom stand together at an outdoor wedding ceremony. The bride is in a white dress, and the groom is in a blue suit. Guests are seated in the background, and a decorative cross is in the foreground. Green trees and sunlight surround the scene.
  • A bride and groom stand facing each other, holding hands during their wedding ceremony. The bride wears a strapless gown and veil, while the groom is in a suit. An officiant stands nearby holding a booklet. Guests are seated in the background.
  • Bridesmaids in pale gray dresses stand in a line, holding white floral bouquets. Sunlight casts warm shadows, highlighting their hair and the folds of their dresses. In the background, there is a cross on a table with a covered vase.
  • A black and white photo of a bride and groom holding hands during a wedding ceremony. A person is reading from a book in the foreground. The bride wears a veil, and the groom is in a suit with a boutonniere.
  • A bride and groom stand facing each other outdoors, surrounded by guests. The bride is smiling widely, wearing a strapless gown and veil. The groom is wearing a suit, holding her hands. An officiant stands nearby. The scene is bright and joyful.
  • Black and white image of a bride and groom holding hands under a wooden gazebo with a chandelier. A person stands in the background, and a bridesmaid holding a bouquet is on the left. Trees and a clear sky are visible beyond the structure.
  • A bride and groom stand facing each other and holding hands during a wedding ceremony. A person officiates between them, holding a book. All are dressed in formal attire, and the setting appears to be outdoors.
  • A bride and groom walk down the aisle outdoors, under a wooden archway adorned with greenery. Guests are seated on white chairs, and the setting is surrounded by lush trees. The couple looks joyful and holds hands.
  • A newlywed couple shares a kiss under a wooden archway adorned with flowers. The bride wears a white gown and veil, holding a bouquet, while the groom is in a blue suit. Soft lighting highlights them against a blurred background of guests.
  • Three women in elegant dresses sit together, laughing and holding wine glasses in a cozy room with a large mirror. The mood is joyful and light-hearted.
  • A formal place setting on a gray tablecloth, featuring a white napkin with a sprig of rosemary tied with a ribbon. A menu with a floral design is partially visible. Silverware and clear water glasses complete the elegant arrangement.
  • A beautifully decorated event space with a round table set with glassware, silver bottles, and a tall floral centerpiece. Elegant chandeliers hang from a draped ceiling. A white tiered cake is visible in the background.
  • A lively outdoor wedding reception with guests mingling. Several people are dressed in formal attire, holding drinks and chatting. A couple stands at the center, with the woman in a floral dress and people surrounding them on steps by a building.
  • A bride and groom joyfully enter a reception hall, hands raised in celebration. Guests stand and take photos with their phones as the couple walks in, with sunlight streaming through the open doors behind them. Black and white image captures the festive moment.
  • A bride and groom are sharing a romantic first dance at their wedding reception. The groom is whispering to the bride. They are surrounded by guests seated at tables. The room is elegantly decorated with soft lighting and draped fabric on the ceiling.
  • A bride in a white gown and a groom in a suit share their first dance at a wedding reception. Guests watch from tables and stand nearby in a beautifully decorated venue. The scene is captured in black and white.
  • A man in a blue suit energetically dancing with glow sticks at a lively party. Other guests surround him, smiling and dancing. One guest holds a drink, while others wave glow sticks, creating a festive atmosphere.
  • Two men in formal attire dance playfully at a lively party. One man is in a blue suit, and the other in white shirt, surrounded by glowing sticks. A woman in a pink dress cheers in the background. The atmosphere is joyful and festive.
  • A lively group of people dance and wave glowing sticks at an indoor party. They are dressed in colorful outfits, surrounded by a festive atmosphere with dim lighting and chandeliers visible in the background.
  • A bride in a white dress smiles and dances with two men in suits, holding drinks. One man has a tie on his head and holds a pink ribbon. The setting appears festive, possibly at a wedding reception.
  • A joyful wedding reception scene with guests dancing and smiling. Two women in the foreground, one in a white dress and the other in a red dress, are embracing. People in the background are laughing and enjoying the celebration.
  • People are joyfully dancing at a lively party. A woman in a pink dress is in the foreground with her hands up, a glow stick, and a drink. Others around her are smiling and dancing under dim lighting.
  • Two women are dancing and laughing at a party. One is in a black dress holding a tambourine, while the other is in a floral dress. They are squatting and appear to be enjoying a lively atmosphere, surrounded by others in festive attire.
  • A bride and groom joyfully walk under a tunnel of sparklers held by wedding guests outside a large house at night. The bride is in a white gown, and the groom is in a suit, both celebrating with raised arms.
  • A couple in wedding attire smiles and embraces in the foreground, surrounded by guests holding sparklers in front of a lit-up building in the evening.

Venue & Catering: Highgrove Estate / Dress: Maggi Bridal / Suit: Men’s Wearhouse / Hair & Makeup: Adrienne at Reign Beauty / DJ: Joe Bunn at Bunn DJ Co. / Florist: Flowers on Broad Street / Cake: Bestow Cakes / Assistant Photographer: Richard Israel

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