January 20, 2021

Wedding at Grace Baptist Church / Lancaster, PA / Mikayla & Derek

Wedding Photography

Mikayla & Derek FINALLY got married! haha, we were waiting a long time for this one ;) They were supposed to get married back in summer of 2020 but, as every wedding story goes this year, it got delayed, and they got married in January instead. I'm sure it was strange going from having a summer wedding to having a winter wedding, but I thought it was absolutely perfect and meant to be. Mikayla had this beautiful long veil, but then she also got this gorgeous winter cape to wear for photos, (similar to Belle's from Beauty and the Beast). They, (or at least Mikayla), are all about Disney, and she truly looked like a Disney princess on her wedding day <3 <3 <3


I know Mikayla & Derek from our church and I am so thankful to be friends with both of their families and capture this special day for them. I know it was difficult to manage, planning around Derek's military leave and COVID, but it was all worth it. During these times it's such a good reminder that it's not about all the little wedding details, (although they are super fun), but it's more about the marriage....and anyone that was there that day knows that Mikayla & Derek's marriage, centered around Christ, is a strong one, with amazing family and friends supporting them through it. Mikayla & Derek's joy was contagious and they are so adorable together.


Their wedding ceremony and reception were early in the day, so I suggested going to another location to get more photos after the reception since we didn't have a lot of time after the ceremony. So after the reception, which was done around 4:00pm, we traveled to Conestoga House and Gardens for some formal photos of just the Bride & Groom. This ended up working out perfect because Conestoga House and Gardens is (literally) a minute down the road from Grace Baptist Church, where they got married. The Conestoga House was such a stunning place to take photos, even in the dead of winter AND even when there was construction going on, haha, we just worked around it :) I also have to give a shout out to Derek - he had such an amazing attitude about taking MORE photos at the end of the day. Most Grooms would roll their eyes at the thought of taking more photos, haha....the day was all about his bride, Mikayla, and just seeing how he treated her made my heart happy.


Alright, I'll stop rambling on - enjoy scrolling through the photos!


-Bri

A pair of blue and brown cowboy boots flanking a vase of blue and white flowers on a windowsill.
Close-up detail of embroidered stitching on brown leather boots with flowers.
Blue and white floral bouquet arranged inside brown and blue cowboy boots on stone patio.
Close-up of blue and white roses arranged in a rustic bouquet.
A white wedding dress hanging between French doors in an elegant room.
Detailed white lace trim with intricate floral pattern against dark fabric.
A white wedding dress and miniature version displayed on a wall.
White roses and green leaves arranged in a delicate crown.
Getting ready preparations showing hair styling session in progress.
Behind the scenes moment during wedding day preparations.
White button-down shirt with blue embroidered text on the back.
A candid moment captured during wedding preparations.
A watercolor Maid of Honor card displayed with floral decorations and a small green potted plant.
A mint green Instax camera sits beside makeup brushes in glass holders and a pink beauty product bottle.
Turquoise Instax mini camera with instant photos displayed on a white surface.
Two women preparing makeup in a casual indoor setting.
A joyful black and white portrait of someone with dark wavy hair in a white top.
A close-up shot of nail care being performed during wedding preparations.
Close-up of hands adjusting details on a white wedding dress.
A bride in a strapless wedding dress smiles while having her veil adjusted against a dark background.
A black and white reflection of a bride in a mirror creates an artistic wedding portrait.
Black and white bridal portrait on elegant staircase with flowing veil and chandelier.
A bride in a strapless lace gown holds a blue and white succulent bouquet in a brick hallway.
A detailed shot of a wedding bouquet featuring blue roses and succulents against a white dress.
A bridal party in turquoise dresses and flower girls in white pose together against a brick building.
A bridal party in turquoise dresses shares a candid laughing moment together.
A bride in a layered white gown shares a tender moment with a flower girl by a brick building.
A black and white photo of a bridal party in flowing dresses sharing a joyful moment.
Two people help each other adjust their formal wear bow ties in a black and white photo.
A formal portrait of someone in a dark suit standing in a brick columned walkway.
A contemplative black and white portrait of someone in a suit sitting alone on a bench.
A formal group photo of groomsmen in matching vests and bow ties standing in front of a brick building.
A candid moment of groomsmen laughing together in matching formal attire.
A black and white photo of groomsmen in vests walking together outside a brick building.
Elegant vaulted wooden ceiling with multiple ornate chandeliers and pendant lights in a church or event venue.
Christmas stage decoration with white drapes, blue lights and decorated trees.
A decorative white lantern and rustic floral arrangement with birch logs create an elegant wedding centerpiece.
Rustic wooden sign with text about three things being broken displayed against dark background.
Holiday wreath with white flowers and collection of decorative white Christmas trees on wooden table.
White snowflake ornament hanging on dark green Christmas tree branches.
An open Bible with red ribbon bookmark rests against white feather Christmas decorations.
Young flower girls in white dresses walk down the church aisle during a wedding ceremony.
Wedding ceremony processional in a traditional church with wooden pews.
Black and white photo of a processional walk down the church aisle during a traditional wedding ceremony.
Black and white photo capturing a traditional wedding ceremony in a church sanctuary.
Wedding ceremony in progress with decorated Christmas wreaths and festive lighting in church sanctuary.
Young attendee playfully peeks out from behind a wooden church pew during wedding festivities.
Wedding ceremony in progress with bridesmaids in blue dresses watching from the side.
Wedding ceremony altar decorated with Christmas trees and blue lights during evening service.
Wedding ceremony at decorated altar with Christmas trees and white backdrop.
Black and white photo of ring exchange during traditional wedding ceremony.
Wedding ceremony scene in a dimly lit church with modern lighting and architectural details.
Wedding ceremony on decorated church stage with blue and teal lighting and Christmas trees.
Wedding party walking down aisle with bride in flowing white gown and groomsmen in formal attire.
Wedding couple walking down aisle in church with white dress and black suit.
Elegant wedding portrait on carpeted staircase with brass chandelier and iron railings.
Wedding party poses on grand staircase under elegant chandelier with bridesmaids in blue dresses.
A silhouetted couple in wedding attire stands in front of a bright window sharing an intimate moment.
Artistic overhead view of couple on spiral staircase with dramatic lighting.
Wedding party in blue dresses and black vests poses formally in front of a brick building.
A wedding party gathers in black and white, sharing smiles and laughter in front of a brick building.
Wedding party lined up against brick wall wearing blue dresses and black vests.
Wedding party in blue dresses and black vests celebrates joyfully against brick wall.
Wedding details featuring cowboy boots and a blue and white floral bouquet on grass.
Intimate wedding moment shared between couple with bridal party watching in background.
Black and white portrait of a tender wedding moment with attendants in background.
Bride in flowing lace veil holds bouquet while sharing moment with groom outdoors.
Romantic wedding kiss captured with flowing veil and blue bouquet.
Black and white intimate wedding portrait showing tender moment through veil.
Silhouetted couple against stained glass window creating romantic backlit effect.
Glowing candle in a decorative holder with evergreen branches on wooden surface creates cozy ambiance.
Wedding table centerpiece featuring blue flowers in vase, lit candle in mason jar, and table number.
A wedding centerpiece featuring blue and bronze artificial roses with greenery accents.
A green canvas sign with blue text reading 'everyday with you is like dessert' and decorative corners.
Alternating chocolate and vanilla cupcakes arranged with sprigs of greenery on a clear display.
A rustic two-tier white wedding cake with a gold heart-shaped topper on a wooden stand.
An elegant two-tier white cake with metallic rose decorations on a wooden cake stand.
Abstract wedding details with bokeh lights and handwritten text on a white background.
A wedding ceremony taking place under a white lattice arch with decorative elements.
A couple sits at their wedding reception head table beneath 'Mr & Mrs' signage and string lights.
A toast being given at a wedding reception with decorated head table in background.
Wedding reception scene with head table, greenery garland, and white backdrop with twinkle lights.
Guest delivering a speech during wedding reception with decorated head table behind.
Wedding guests laugh and smile at the reception head table decorated with light blue floral centerpieces.
Newlyweds cut into their rustic white wedding cake together during their reception.
Couple playfully feeds each other wedding cake at their reception.
Couple shares a sweet kiss while enjoying wedding cake during their reception.
Close-up of a rustic white textured wedding cake with a slice removed on a wooden cake stand.
Couple embraces during first dance under twinkle lights and Mr & Mrs sign.
Couple shares their first dance at wedding reception with white twinkle lights in background.
Couple dances while wedding guests watch from tables in background.
Couple shares intimate dance moment under string lights and decorative Mr & Mrs sign.
Couple dances in elegant wedding attire beneath Mr & Mrs sign at reception.
A couple shares their first dance at a wedding reception while guests watch from a decorated head table.
Bridesmaids in blue dresses laugh together while seated at a white-clothed wedding reception table.
Wedding guests seated at decorated tables in a reception hall with white tablecloths and ambient lighting.
Black and white candid moment of tenderness shared between guests at formal event.
Wedding party members gather in a circle sharing laughter and conversation during the reception.
Wedding party members share a candid moment near a decorated backdrop with floral arrangements.
Dance circle forms at wedding reception with bride in white gown and young girl in pink tulle dress.
Guests join hands in a circle during a lively wedding reception dance.
Bridesmaid in blue dress lifts and spins a young guest in white dress during wedding reception celebrations.
Vintage black and white photo of students gathered around a table examining objects together.
Young child dancing and smiling with joy at a celebration event.
Young guest in blue dress dances with reception attendee in plaid shirt on green carpeted floor.
Wedding party laughs together while dancing at a reception in elegant dresses and formal attire.
Wedding celebration with guests dancing together in formal attire and flowing dresses.
Wedding couple walks through corridor lined with guests holding glowing lightsabers.
A black and white wedding portrait of a couple posing under an elegant stone archway with decorative ironwork.
A wedding couple stands in a beautiful archway corridor with ornate metal railings and warm sunlit arches.
A romantic wedding moment captured under stone archways with soft natural lighting.
Romantic wedding couple sharing a tender moment among leafy branches.
Sunset wedding portrait with couple embracing in front of historic building.
Couple shares intimate moment during sunset wedding portraits outside historic home.
Newlyweds stand in the courtyard of a colonial style building with black shutters and climbing vines.
A wedding couple poses outside a historic building with black shuttered windows and climbing vines.
A wedding couple poses against a vine-covered wall creating a dramatic winter backdrop.
A winter wedding portrait against bare climbing vines on a light brick wall.
A formal portrait against a backdrop of dormant vines climbing a brick wall.
A romantic wedding portrait against bare vines climbing a brick wall near a wooden door.
Romantic silhouette of couple in brick archway during wedding photoshoot.
A wedding couple poses before a brick mansion decorated with holiday wreaths and trimmed hedges.
A wedding couple poses outside a brick building entrance with red holiday wreaths and ornate doors.
Black and white wedding portrait against arched windows and manicured hedges.
Wedding portrait in an elegant hallway with arched windows and checkerboard floor.
Elegant wedding photo in a bright hallway with checkerboard floors and indoor plants.
Romantic wedding portrait in front of a curved bay window and brick building.
Wedding portrait against a tall hedge wall in formal attire.
Classic wedding portrait on steps of a building decorated with red Christmas wreaths on every window.
Wedding couple stands beneath an arched brick entrance with lanterns.
Elegant wedding portrait beneath a brick archway with glowing lanterns.
A romantic wedding portrait of a couple embracing in front of a brick building with lanterns.
Black and white wedding portrait against rustic wooden buildings and pine trees.
Wedding couple in an intimate embrace against rustic wooden wall background.
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