A couple in wedding attire stands under an ornate, sunlit stone archway at their intimate Duke Chapel wedding. The bride holds a bouquet of flowers, and both gaze forward, creating a serene and elegant scene.

Duke Chapel Weddings

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July 2, 2023

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Intimate duke chapel wedding – jenny & andrew

It seems strange seeing the words “intimate” and “Duke Chapel wedding” together. Duke Chapel is one of the largest and most visually impressive places you could wish to get married at. But since Duke Chapel started allowing smaller weddings to take place on Sundays, I’ve been lucky enough to photograph two, Jenny & Andrew’s being the first, and they have both been for Chinese couples with just a small group of friends and family in attendance. The small congregation does nothing to diminish the beauty of the weddings themselves as you’ll see from Jenny and Andrew’s photos.

The brief for this day was just a few hours of photography of Jenny getting ready and then a focus on the wedding ceremony itself and lots of portraits of Jenny and Andrew. From a photography standpoint, it was interesting watching the light change throughout the day as the sun popped in and out and we definitely made the most of the way the mood changed, especially in the arcades where we played with the harsh light and shadows quite a bit.

Here are just a few faves from Jenny & Andrew’s wedding day. I’ll be meeting them again in a few weeks for a post-wedding session so keep a lookout for that!

Here are my picks of the pics.

A woman with her hair up is getting ready, gazing into a small mirror on a cluttered table of makeup products. The black and white image exudes a classic, timeless feel, reminiscent of preparations for an intimate Duke Chapel wedding.
A bride in a white wedding gown is being assisted by two bridesmaids in a well-lit room, capturing an intimate moment reminiscent of a Duke Chapel wedding. Two other women are adjusting their dresses, while a woman stands nearby. The room boasts elegant furniture and paintings on the walls.
A man in a tuxedo stands confidently in a stone archway at an intimate Duke Chapel wedding, looking to the side. In the background, four other men in similar attire stand slightly out of focus, enhancing the elegant, historic architectural style of the setting.
A woman in a white wedding dress stands smiling during an intimate Duke Chapel wedding. The dress features off-the-shoulder sleeves and lace detailing. She has dark hair styled elegantly and wears pearl earrings, while the background is softly blurred.
A man in a tuxedo stands on a staircase of the duke chapel, looking out through ornate stained glass windows. The intimate scene is warmly lit, highlighting the intricate designs of the windows and creating a reflective ambiance.
A joyful bride in a white gown strolls along a stone path with two bridesmaids, one holding her dress at the intimate Duke Chapel wedding. They are surrounded by lush green foliage, and the scene is bright and cheerful.
A person in a tuxedo stands with arms crossed, framed by the intimate stone walls of an architectural setting reminiscent of a duke chapel. The black and white image enhances the formal attire and symmetry surrounding them, creating an elegant ambiance.
A bride in a white gown stands before the wooden door of an intimate stone hall, adorned with intricate carvings. Three bridesmaids in pink dresses adjust her dress train. The elegant setting, reminiscent of a duke's chapel, is softly lit, capturing the day's timeless romance.
Black and white photo of a bride walking down the aisle of an intimate, gothic-style church with ornate chandeliers and stained glass windows. Guests and the groom await near the altar, capturing the enchanting essence of a Duke Chapel wedding.
A couple stands facing each other during an intimate wedding ceremony at Duke Chapel, holding hands. The bride wears a white gown and veil, and the groom is in a black suit. A celebrant in a white robe stands behind them, with colorful stained glass windows in the background.
A couple stands at the altar in a grand cathedral with high vaulted ceilings, reminiscent of an intimate Duke Chapel wedding. Stained glass windows and hanging lights illuminate the space, creating a serene atmosphere as rows of wooden pews line the aisle leading to the altar.
A black-and-white photo captures an intimate moment at a Duke Chapel wedding, with a couple exchanging rings and smiling warmly at each other. The celebrant stands between them, while two lit candles softly illuminate the scene.
A couple stands at the altar during an intimate wedding ceremony inside a grand cathedral with high vaulted ceilings. The space, reminiscent of Duke Chapel, is adorned with ornate woodwork and colorful stained glass windows, casting a warm glow over the scene.
A bride and groom walk down the aisle of a grand, Gothic-style church. The black-and-white image highlights the intimate atmosphere and ornate architecture of Duke Chapel, with tall arches and stained glass windows setting a timeless background.
A bride and groom, in formal attire, walk hand in hand, smiling warmly during their intimate wedding at the historic stone arches of Duke Chapel. Bridesmaids in pink dresses follow behind them on this sunny day with blue sky and lush greenery.
A black and white image captures an intimate moment of a bride and groom walking hand in hand. The bride, in a long, flowing gown with a trailing veil, strolls outdoors on a stone path next to a brick wall and greenery—evoking the charm of a Duke Chapel wedding.
A bride in a white gown gracefully enters the intimate stone church, reminiscent of a Duke chapel, with intricate wooden doors, assisted by two people as another holds the door open. The Gothic architecture features detailed carvings and exquisite stonework.
A couple in wedding attire stands in the intimate setting of a grand, ornate chapel with high ceilings and stained glass windows. Surrounded by warm, dim lighting and wooden pews, the bride's dress forms a soft silhouette reminiscent of a duke chapel wedding.
A black-and-white image captures an intimate moment of a bride and groom standing at the entrance of Duke Chapel. Her long gown trails behind her as they gaze through open doors, framed by the cathedral's gothic architecture.
A bride and groom share an intimate kiss in front of Duke Chapel's grand entrance. The bride's veil flows dramatically in the breeze, while the ornate architecture and large wooden doors serve as a stunning backdrop.
A bride in a white gown and groom in a black suit hold hands intimately before the ornate, arched entrance of Duke Chapel, adorned with elaborate stone carvings and large, decorative wooden doors.
A couple stands in a stone archway at Duke Chapel. The man, in a black tuxedo and glasses, and the woman, in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet, share an intimate moment as they smile and hold hands in the sunlit corridor.
A bride in a flowing white gown and long veil stands in an arched stone corridor at Duke Chapel, holding a bouquet of flowers. The intimate setting and intricate architecture create a picturesque backdrop, casting gentle shadows.
A couple in wedding attire stands under an ornate, sunlit stone archway at their intimate Duke Chapel wedding. The bride holds a bouquet of flowers, and both gaze forward, creating a serene and elegant scene.
A bride in a white gown and a groom in a black suit stand facing each other, holding hands. Under the ornate stone arches of Duke Chapel, sunlight streams in, creating an intimate and romantic atmosphere.
A bride in an elegant wedding dress stands holding a bouquet of colorful flowers, framed by the arches of a stone church corridor during her intimate Duke Chapel wedding, with sunlight casting soft shadows.
In an intimate setting at the Duke Chapel, a bride in a white, lace wedding gown holds a bouquet of flowers. She stands gracefully in the gothic-style stone archway, with intricate patterns and warm tones as a backdrop. Her veil flows elegantly down the stairs.
A man in a tuxedo stands in the sunlit corridor of Duke Chapel, its arched ceiling casting graceful shadows. In the background, a woman in a wedding dress holds a bouquet, suggesting an intimate wedding or formal occasion.
A bride in a flowing gown stands under a gothic archway, holding a bouquet. In the foreground, at this intimate Duke Chapel wedding, a groom in a tuxedo leans against a pillar, looking away. The setting is a classic stone corridor with intricate gothic architecture.
A bride in a flowing white gown stands in a stone archway at Duke Chapel, holding a colorful bouquet. The setting is intimate and elegant with carved columns and intricate details, creating a romantic atmosphere.
A silhouetted bride in a voluminous gown sits gracefully on a dark background, reminiscent of an intimate Duke Chapel wedding. The intricate lace and tulle of her dress fan out around her, creating a striking contrast and elegant composition.
A bride and groom share a tender moment beneath the archway at their intimate Duke Chapel wedding. The bride dazzles in her white dress with a flowing veil, while the groom looks sharp in his black suit and bow tie, creating a bright and joyful scene.
A bride in a white floral dress and a groom in a black tuxedo hold hands, walking together on a sunny day. They stand before the grand arches of Duke Chapel, surrounded by green grass and trees, capturing the essence of an intimate wedding moment.
A couple in formal attire walks arm in arm in a sunlit outdoor setting, reminiscent of an intimate wedding at Duke Chapel. The man wears a black tuxedo, and the woman dons a flowing white gown. Trees and a tall building are visible behind them, the image captured elegantly in black and white.
A bride and groom stand closely together in front of a garden filled with colorful flowers during their intimate Duke Chapel wedding. In the background, a tall, gothic tower is partially obscured by lush trees. The scene is bright and romantic.
A bride and groom embrace on a sunlit, tree-lined path. The groom wears a dark suit, and the bride wears a white dress with a veil. A blurred building stands in the distance, framed by lush greenery under a soft, hazy sky, setting the scene for an intimate Duke Chapel wedding.

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