I’m so fortunate to be in close distance to so many different types of venues between New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware (and, oh gosh, beyond). Make sure to reach out now if you’re looking for an artsy, photojournalistic wedding photographer so I can help you capture the story of your day and the way it felt to be so in love. Thank you for your interest, and enjoy this gorgeous summer wedding day!
A wedding day is the opportunity to be creative while also going home again. Katie and Alex chose Unionville vineyards for their Vineyard wedding because it was close to their hearts (Katie had been going there with family for years and years!) and positively beautiful.
About the Couple
Katie and Alex share a cool calmness that I see in a lot of the couples I get to work with. That sort of cool-kid vibe, but in the way that they’d invite you to their lunch table with a smile, a nod, and a welcoming approval. It’s with this kind of client that I feel extremely humble and grateful, because it reminds me… They chose me. I get to be here.
Getting ready in the Vineyard Farmhouse
When I first saw Katie on her wedding day, she was surrounded by pajamas and smiles. The women in her life were leaning, chitchatting, and quietly humming along to the building excitement of the wedding. Katie was relaxed, hands in her lap as her hair was being done. Unionville Vineyards was a place she’d been coming to for years with her family, so the summer sun warming the vineyard ceremony space was like a sweet approval from the wedding venue itself.
The farmhouse is separated into two sides, so that the groom can get ready with his groomsmen on one side and the bride can get ready (and have easy access to the kitchen!) on the other. Just close enough to overhear the excitement from across the hallway while still keeping the bride and groom separate for the morning!
A sweet first look overlooking the winery
Katie and Alex chose to have their first look in the sunroom of the Vineyard farmhouse. Katie waited in her stunning wedding dress, colorful veil, and sparkling shoes as Alex entered from the house. They shared a beautiful moment together as they watched their loved ones arriving and walking around the house to their ceremony space, waving as their first look was sneakily spotted.
A shady Vineyard wedding ceremony
The ceremony space at Unionville Vineyards overlooks both a private garden, the vineyard itself, and sprawling fields, while sitting in the shade of the farmhouse. It’s a large space and the wedding party approached the ceremony from around the side of the house, so the guests got to take in beautiful signs on all sides as they entered.
Wedding Photos in the Vineyard
The day unfolded with butterflies and let-loose dancing. Katie and Alex weren’t sure they wanted to spend too long on their couple’s photos, and among a few palpitations I convinced them to step aside with me and the videographer.
Wedding days can be pretty packed timeline-wise and can feel like a bit of a sprint for couples, which is why when building a timeline ahead of time with a couple I encourage them to build in a little extra time around photo events. If we finish early, they can breathe out and enjoy a private glass of champagne (I’ll be hiding somewhere snapping a few covert and candid photos, of course). If we take up all the time, it’s slow, easy, and not rushed.
The tented reception and open-air dance floor
After their ceremony and many, many hugs and laughs, the bride and groom made their way to their reception. I adored the way the sunlight poured onto the dance floor, and the summer evening was an absolutely perfect one.
We also found ourselves rushing a bit later underneath the willow tree a little later. The two had just begun jamming on the dance floor but wanted to catch the golden sunset through the leaves with their wedding party. At the same time, the planner was calling out to me from across the field that it was time for the cake cutting. So we danced our way back, got the shots, and made it in time for cake and a sparkler exit. The day was a summer daydream.
New Jersey Wedding Vendors
This wedding came together with a fantastic group of vendors. I always feel so lucky when I get to work with such talented and creative wedding vendors! Check out their websites & give them a follow below if you’re looking for a Central New Jersey florist, hair & makeup artist, and a gorgeous vineyard for your New Jersey wedding!
Planner: Elite Events Design
Rentals: Adams Rental
Caterer: Greencart Catering
Makeup: Mad Makeup Studio
Hair: Happily Ever After Hair
Video: Enchanted Celebrations / Michael Jones Video
Tunes: Base DJs
Cake: Vegan Treats
Flowers: Flower Moxie
Photobooth: Kruu
Venue: Unionville Vineyards
Central Jersey Wedding Photographer
I positively cherished this day in Central New Jersey. Summer wedding days are the highlight of my year and I delight in the opportunity to fill my calendar with artsy, fun-loving couples planning vineyard weddings.
If you’re dreaming up your New Jersey Wedding, I’d be honored to be by your side to document your day. As a Philadelphia wedding photographer who’s photographed many New Jersey weddings, I’ll be there to help you craft your wedding timeline, brainstorm fun and creative things you can do with your day, and photograph all of the best moments.
You can find out more about my style & approach to wedding photography here, and if you feel like your wedding wants a little extra artsy touch, reach out to me here to start planning your wedding photography adventure! I would absolutely love to help you curate a wedding photography story of your daydreams.
Central Jersey Wedding Packages
I cherish each couple I get to work with, because every wedding day is a little different. Included in each of my packages is custom photo timeline guidance to make sure your wedding story is told carefully and with love, as well as basic 35mm film coverage and attention to helping you feel comfortable in front of the camera.
If you’re ready to hire a wedding photographer who will guide you through crafting artsy, beautiful wedding photos (while helping you remember… this is the fun part), my wedding packages begin at 3250. Find out more about my packages here, and get the conversation started here!
More Wedding Resources you’ll love
If you’re thinking about getting married in a gorgeous vineyard like this in the New Jersey countryside, and you’ve seen how it can unfold, I’m sure you’re lapping up everything you can get. Here are a few other links for you to help you if you’re planning on getting married in New Jersey!
Craft a perfect wedding day timeline
Tidbits to bring to your wedding day for the best detail photos
Planning a Catholic wedding day, start to finish
All images are copyrighted to Jenn Ceriale // colorful, heartfelt wedding and engagement photographer serving Bucks County, Philadelphia, New Jersey, and the surrounding tristate area. Jenn is a documentary and cinematic wedding photographer. If you’re looking for a wedding photographer who loves to go a little overboard and get psyched with you about your wedding photos, let’s chitchat about it.
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