Virginia Wedding by Cunningham Photo Artists
We gave you a sneak peek of this gorgeous wedding last week on The Bride’s Guide but we have the entire, beautiful spread here for you today. I fell for this wedding, photographed by Andrea and Casey Cunningham, for a couple of reasons. First, the bride and groom are literally glowing. Second, I was blown away when I read about all of the DIY that the families did to prepare for the wedding…literally transforming the grounds into something that seemed to be born for a wedding. And third, I can’t seem to get over how blissfully happy everyone looks. So, without further ado…
The inspiration for the day was rustic elegance. An personal, intimate, totally handmade wedding that reflected the bride and groom to perfection. And from the DIY projects like the peachbottom jam to the decor that was literally plucked from the homes of their family members…it looks like they did just that. We asked the bride a few questions and here is what she said.
What were your DIY projects?
EVERYTHING! Our wedding favors were jars of peach jam to go with the location name – Peachbottom. My grandmother, mom, and I made just under 200 jars! My dad, grandfather, and brother built the natural steps leading down to the altar, along with re-doing the pond, leveling out the land, building the arbor, etc etc!
What were your favorite touches or details?
There are so so many! Probably my most favorite touch would be the flowers in my hair and on our ring pillow. They were taken from my Mom’s wedding dress which I so desperately wanted to wear for the day but could barely fit my elbow into the sleeve! Another favorite touch was the Schnapps table. Andreas and I wanted to incorporate his German culture somehow, so what better way?! After looking at the photos and the aftermath the next morning, I’d say everyone else thought it was a hit too!
What was your favorite moment of the day?
My favorite moment would probably be just looking around the property throughout the night. So many friends and family contributed to this day, which translated to us as unconditional love and support. We had a reception tent “set-up party” Thursday evening, which setting up & decorating was no easy task. And, my parents and grandparents contributed so much to the day that it meant the world to us… From loaning 20 of their Waterford crystal vases for the centerpieces, an antique wooden ice chest for cold drinks, lounge area furniture and a wrought iron table for the wine station, an antique French desk for the guest book signing, installing a 30 ft fountain in the pond(!), and just giving us more than we could have ever asked for!
Tell us about your photographers?
They captured every step of the day! It was so nice to not only come away with fantastic photos, but to have photographers who are not pulling you each way & still being able to capture the moment without interrupting anything! I never would have noticed Casey standing on chairs to shoot the dance floor or Drea on her knees shooting the ceremony except it was on video! (I even caught a little of Drea boogying at the reception!)
Vendors: Photography by Cunningham Photo Artists / Music by The Dominos Band of Roanoke / Coordination by Kelly Scott & Ty Rosenbaum / Stationery by Invitations by Lee of Charlotte / Calligraphy by Scottie Pritchard / Gown by Amy Michelson (Style Grace) found at Divas of Greensboro / Bridesmaids Dresses by Melissa Sweet / Flowers by Grayson Florist and Coulter’s Florist / Catering by Scott Jeffries and Merriweather Godfrey’s / Cake by Creative Cake of Abingdon
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Love the candid shots between the the bride and groom and the bridal party!
Beautiful Virginia wedding!
I LOVE this wedding's mixture of classy elegence and laid-back fun. What a stunning couple! And the guests look like they're having a blast, which of course makes the photos all the more beautiful.
Wow! I love her dress!
Everything is just stunning!
I LOVE the balance of elegance and simplistic DIY style, it's perfect!
Oh no! What happened to the Elum giveaway post? I saw it in my reader and it's gone now!
The last image is priceless! Looks like everyone had such a great time!
Wow - what a beautiful wedding! What exactley is in the bouquets? Vendela roses and hydrangea?
This location was just stunning, and you can absolutely tell that everyone had a blast! Beautiful touches too - I love the flowers and berries on the cake!
OMG! Everzthing is just so perfect... Bride is beautiful, the nature is extraordinary...
I love this wedding everyone is seriously glowing!! I have a question for brides with outdoor weddings and shoes... we're having our ceremony outside and I really want to wear fabulous high heels has anyone had issues with their heels sinking in the grass? how did you solve this? I really don't want to wear flats because I'm short :) Thanks!!!
Beautiful work Drea + Casey, gorgeous venue! If you guys are ever up in the mountains please give us a shout:)
i. love. her. dress.
where did she get it? it is amazing!!! and perfect on her.
love love LOVEEE all these photos!!
my favorite has to be the cake though ;) yumm!
I love everything!
... except the fabric used for the bridesmaids dresses. It's just uncharacteristically shiny compared to everything else in this wedding
Wow! Great photography and looks like a great time was had by all. We are planning an outside wedding and it is nice to see how lovely it really can be!
Awesome! How elegant and beautiful. What wonderful taste in EVERYTHING.
Gaby, for high heels that won't sink in grass - look at wedge heels. I'm sure there are some stunning designs in wedges... maybe!
The dress is beautiful, but am I the only one who thinks it looks a bit too much like a negligee? I'd be embarrassed to wear that in front of my dad!
What an elegant wedding. I really love her dress, so classic and beautiful.
Gorgeous locale. Love the crisp, elegant feel of the wedding.
Love all the pictures, looks like you all had a wonderful time. You all were gorgeous.
Kristin the bride's bouquet and all the bridesmaid's bouquets were made fron white hydrangia and whit eskimo roses.
The flowers were breath taking.. You've must have flown in the arrangements from New York they look awesome
It was a simply lovely, elegant, natural wedding with two beautiful subjects.............not only did the wedding party enjoy the evening, so did we, as guests! Wonderfully memorable in every way!
Beautiful wedding! By the pics, you knew exactly who to use for your floral arrangements!! John and Wendy are wonderful!
I Was One of The Wedding Coordinators. Judy of creative cakes Brought The Wedding cake to my House . then I transpoted it Piece By Piece To The Wedding where i Put It Together,Trimed It And Decorated It With The Flowers. I Also do Wedding Cakes To.
Yes John and Wendy Are Wonderful People The did the Bridal Party Flowers And Altar Flowers Where Kelly And I Did The REst Of Flowers For Recp, Hand Rails, Arbor, Etc.
I am very proud of the work that Ty and Kelly did for this wedding. As Ty indicates, he and Kelly Scott were the wedding coordinators as well as did many of the flowers, including the cake flowers, for this event. It is wonderful that the bride used Coulter's Florist in Wytheville, VA as well as Grayson Florist in Independence, VA for the wedding flowers. I think both businesses did exceptional work, even though I'm a little prejudice concerning Ty and Kelly! We wish the bride and groom many wonderful years and Godspeed in their marriage! Thank you for the opportunity to help make your special day a more beautiful beginning!
I'm getting married in the not so near future and am looking for ideas for EVERYTHING!!!!!! LOVE this wedding but agree with Airelle about the bridesmaids dresses. The cake design was nice in theory but looked a little lopsided and you could see the seams where the layers came together...but I loved the flower choice for the cake...what kind of berries are those???? Are they native to Virginia only or is it something my florist could get ????
Hi Iris C the cake was baked by Judy with Creative cakes. But as far as the flowers and berries that is all Ty. They were mini calla lillies, Dendrobium Orchids, and artifical berries that your florist could get there hands on. The flowers were done on site by myself " Kelly & Ty" from Wytheville Va. And as far as the Brides dress "Sara" it was a mix of beauty and elegance nothing like a negliee! Iam so happy to have been the wedding planner and one of the Lead Florist for the magical event! and thank you Rebecca for your comment on our floral work. Look for us on facebook as well to see some shots before we got started at peach bottom. Sara & Andreas and there families were a joy to work with, and we are honored to have meet them all! And everyone envolved had a great time!
No "Kelly and Ty" you have misread!!! I love the brides dress it is the bridesmaids dresses that looked out of place!
Beautiful wedding - The flowers are stunning. John and Wendy are so talented. Independence Virginia is very lucky to have their talent and sophistication. Elegance and creativity are very apparent in all of their work.
Love the photos! And obviously the bride and groom were easy on the camera! I want to see more pictures...
This is one of the most beautiful weddings I have ever seen!
I agree, the last image is priceless, definitely my favourite.
Really beautifle images, nice work
Really nice pictures, delicious cake, captured emotions, smiles, gorgeous wedding dress...
Love and happiness!
Wow! What a beautiful venue! Love all the green and the details go so well with the surroundings.