A Backyard Wedding Image from outside of the final couple dance under the patio string lights
As they twirl during one final dance under the patio string lights, Katy and Nick look into each other's eyes. It's clear that they are ready to dance through life together.
A marriage is more than the creation of a new union — it's the birth of a family. As such, it's fitting that Katy and Nick incorporated their families into every aspect of their wedding day. The wedding took place in Katy's parents' backyard in Arlington, Virginia, and the ceremony occurred underneath an arbor that her dad built for the occasion. Of course, all of the family dogs were invited to attend — and these friendly, four-legged guests were delighted to be included in the festivities.
Elopement Image by a Virginia Wedding Photographer showing a happy bride and groom holding hands as they recite their vows
Standing in front of the custom geometric arbor that Katy's father made for the wedding, the happy bride and groom hold hands as they recite their vows. As further proof that this couple was committed to incorporating their family into every aspect of their wedding, the groom's brother-in-law served as their officiant.
Backyard Elopement Photography from Arlington, VA of a romantic and personal backyard wedding ceremony
The newlyweds link arms as they walk down the aisle after their romantic and personal backyard wedding ceremony.
An Arlington, VA Backyard Elopement portrait that highlights beauty of an intimate small wedding
Leaning against the fence in Katy's parents backyard, Katy and Nick pose for a whimsical portrait that highlights the beauty that can be found in simplicity.
Outdoor, Backyard Wedding Pet Portrait in VA as The couple poses with family dogs on the grass near tent
The couple poses for a modern portrait with the three most important guests — the family dogs.
Backyard Tent Wedding Reception Pic in Arlington, Virginia featuring elegant tables and a toast
This backyard wedding featured elegant touches around every corner. As the guests sat along the long, wooden table under the reception tent, they toasted the bride and groom with glasses of champagne.
Tent Wedding Reception Photo from Arlington, VA created as the sounds of music filled the yard and spilled out into the air
As the sounds of music filled the yard and spilled out into the air around them, the bride and all of her guests danced the night away.
Arlington VA Backyard Wedding Photo of the cake cutting and feeding with a dog watching
Katy may have been taking life's most important bite of cake, but Duncan the dog was ready and waiting hoping to catch a crumb.
Intimate Backyard Virginia Wedding image of string lights in a fanciful tent atmosphere outside on the patio
With string lights creating a fanciful atmosphere, this backyard wedding proved that simplicity and elegance can be perfectly blended in order to host a memorable event.
