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Lauren and Will got married at in Poughkeepsie, NY, on a warm late summer day at a beautiful outdoor venue. We are Megan and Kenneth, a married team of Hudson Valley wedding photographers who captured every moment. This Locust Grove wedding was full of laughter, easy energy, and small personal touches. As a Beacon-based duo, we absolutely love this cozy event space.Bridal shoes by a window, wedding invitations with perfume and jewelry, and perfume with earrings on a green tray. Ballet flats on a floral cloth draped over a chair, beside a bouquet of orange, blue and white flowers. Smiling bride with blonde hair in a lace wedding dress adjusts her earrings in a softly lit room. Groom stands with his back to the bride as she walks up and taps his shoulder for their first look. Bride gently taps the groom on the shoulder from behind for their first look in the garden. Bride and groom embrace in front of lush greenery, smiling at each other and then sharing a kiss.

Getting Ready Photos At Greystone Manor Before Locust Grove Wedding

Lauren got ready inside Greystone Manor on the Locust Grove property. Will got ready nearby at the Marriott, just steps from the venue. Soft morning light filled the room as final touches came together. As Hudson Valley wedding photographers, we love capturing these quiet moments before the day begins.Bride and groom embrace on a stone path in the garden, photographed from two angles. Bride and groom touch foreheads and smile, surrounded by lush green trees, in a portrait by Hudson Valley wedding photographers Megan and Kenneth. Bride and groom embrace on a stone path, framed by soft-focus leaves in the foreground. Bride and groom embrace and kiss as sunlight filters through the trees around them. Bride and groom smile lovingly at each other, the bride holding a bouquet of orange and blue flowers. Bride and groom walk arm in arm along a stone path in the gardens at Locust Grove, smiling at each other. Groom kisses the bride's forehead as they hold bouquets of orange, pink and blue flowers.

A Relaxed Morning For An Upstate NY Summer Wedding

The morning felt calm and unhurried for this Locust Grove wedding. Family and friends moved between rooms, sharing coffee and easy conversation. Lauren’s dress hung by a sunlit window at Greystone Manor. Will laughed with his groomsmen as they got dressed nearby.Bride holding her bouquet kisses the groom on a stone path surrounded by greenery. Smiling bride in a lace wedding dress holds her colorful bouquet on a garden path. Groom dips and kisses the bride, then they hold hands and smile in front of a stone building. Bride with a colorful bouquet smiles with the groom in his vest outside a stone building with leaded glass windows.

First Look Photos On The Locust Grove Estate Grounds

Lauren and Will shared their first look on the Locust Grove property. Greystone Manor offers a quiet, tucked away spot for this kind of moment. Summer greenery framed the couple as they saw each other for the first time. Their reaction was warm, genuine, and full of relief.Groom lifts his bride in her white lace dress in a joyful embrace on the lawn. Bride and groom embrace and smile at each other, surrounded by lush green foliage. Groom lifts and embraces his bride in three joyful portraits surrounded by greenery. Bride and groom embrace in front of greenery and a stone wall, and the groom kisses her forehead. Bride and groom smile at each other while embracing, with trees and vines behind them. Bride in a lace-detailed dress and groom in a dark suit and boutonniere embrace and smile at each other. Bride and groom stand close together, smiling and holding each other, surrounded by lush greenery. Bride in a lace wedding dress holds her colorful bouquet among the trees, with close-ups of the blooms. Bride in a white lace gown holds a colorful bouquet, with trees and greenery behind her. Bride and groom walk hand in hand through the lush garden, smiling at each other in soft sunlight.

Portrait Session At A Hudson Valley Wedding Venue

We moved through the grounds for portraits after the first look. Greystone Manor feels especially beautiful in the summer and fall months. Its garden paths and open lawns give a Locust Grove wedding plenty of backdrops. Lauren and Will stayed relaxed through every setting, laughing between shots.Groom dips and kisses the bride on a garden path as sunlight filters through the trees. Bride stands beside the seated groom by a sunlit window, with flowers on a wooden table. Bride in a white lace dress laughs while holding her bouquet and reading from a notebook. Wedding party portraits on the lawn, with couples and individuals in formal attire holding flowers. Groom kisses the bride's head on the lawn, then they smile at the camera with her colorful bouquet. Bride and groom sit on a wooden bench in the garden, sharing a loving look and gentle kisses, with her bouquet beside them. Bride and groom embrace in a field of yellow wildflowers, kissing in one photo and smiling at the camera in the other. Bride raises her bouquet joyfully, then the couple shares a kiss, surrounded by green trees.

Family Photos Under The Garden Trees

Family and loved ones gathered on site at Locust Grove in Poughkeepsie, NY, before the ceremony. Everyone settled beneath a row of shady trees to escape the heat. It was a warm late summer afternoon, so the shade felt welcome. Kids ran between chairs while grandparents posed for a few extra frames.Ceremony setup at Locust Grove in Poughkeepsie, NY, with white chairs tied with green ribbons facing a large tree and flower arrangements. Groom walks down the aisle between seated guests who smile and clap, with the house behind him. A groom smiles softly as his bride, in white, walks down the aisle outdoors, flanked by two bridesmaids in pink. Guests watch from white chairs, green trees in the background. At a charming Poughkeepsie area wedding, a bride in a white dress hugs a man in a suit at an outdoor ceremony, surrounded by smiling guests and bridesmaids in pink dresses, each holding a bouquet of colorful flowers. An outdoor ceremony unfolds at a historic estate with guests seated on either side of a grassy aisle, facing a couple standing under a large tree next to a small wooden building.

A Quiet Moment Before Walking Down The Aisle

Lauren and Will tucked away together just before the ceremony began. A few quiet minutes gave them time to settle their nerves before this Locust Grove wedding. We always value these in between moments as a married team. They set the tone for everything that follows.A bride and groom exchange vows outdoors under a large tree, surrounded by seated guests. They hold hands, smiling at each other during their ceremony. A smiling woman in the audience watches a bride and groom during an outdoor ceremony at a summer wedding. The bride, in a white dress, laughs and holds hands with the groom amid lush greenery. A bride and groom hold hands during an outdoor ceremony as guests watch, seated on white chairs on a green lawn surrounded by trees at an outdoor venue wedding. A bride and groom stand facing each other, holding hands and smiling during an outdoor ceremony at a Hudson Valley historic estate, with an officiant standing behind them under a leafy tree. A bride and groom exchange vows outdoors under a tree during their Poughkeepsie area wedding, with an officiant guiding them. The couple holds hands and smiles, surrounded by greenery and floral arrangements. A bride and groom stand under a large tree exchanging vows during an outdoor Locust Grove wedding ceremony, surrounded by seated guests and floral arrangements on green grass. A bride and groom stand facing each other, holding hands during an outdoor ceremony at a historic estate, with an officiant standing nearby holding a microphone and a book. A bride and groom hold hands during their outdoor venue ceremony, dressed in a white gown and dark suit, with a person and a microphone stand visible in the blurred background at a Hudson Valley wedding. A bride and groom kiss under a large tree, surrounded by flowers on the grass. The bride wears a long white gown, and the groom is in a black suit. A wooden building is visible in the background. A bride and groom kiss outdoors, then walk down the aisle together while guests cheer and celebrate their summer wedding ceremony under green trees. A bride and groom celebrate at their outdoor wedding at Locust Grove, smiling, holding hands, and sharing a kiss surrounded by guests in a lush, green garden setting. Two black-and-white photos show a bride and groom in formal attire walking hand-in-hand toward a large wooden building with a covered porch, surrounded by grass and trees at a Poughkeepsie area historic estate.

An Outdoor Ceremony At Locust Grove Estate

The ceremony took place beneath a large tree near the garden. Guests gathered on the lawn as Lauren and Will exchanged vows. This kind of Locust Grove wedding ceremony feels intimate without losing scale. Dappled light moved across the space as the sun shifted overhead.A vibrant grazing table with assorted cheeses, crackers, olives, and fresh fruit at an outdoor venue wedding, decorated with bright edible flowers and greenery, displayed on a white tablecloth. A wooden tray with cubed cheeses, grapes, herbs, and edible flowers sits next to a heart-shaped white cake decorated with orange flowers and greenery at a summer wedding. Two trays of appetizers are beautifully arranged and held by gloved hands at a catered Hudson Valley wedding reception. Round reception tables set with white linens, glassware and potted herb centerpieces, and others with colorful flower arrangements. Elegant reception with round tables, white linens, wooden chairs, floral centerpieces, candles, and natural light from large windows at a historic estate wedding. Plates, glasses, and napkins are set for guests. Flowers decorate the sweetheart table. A groom in a dark suit carries his bride in a white dress through a green garden during their Locust Grove wedding. They smile at each other and share a kiss in the sunlight, surrounded by lush trees and grass.

Heartfelt Vows On The Garden Lawn

Lauren and Will kept their Locust Grove wedding ceremony personal and heartfelt. Close friends read a few words between the traditional readings. The couple stayed relaxed and kind through the entire exchange. Their families watched with visible joy from the front rows.Black and white photos of a wedding reception: guests wave napkins, a bride dances joyfully, and a groom enthusiastically dances toward the camera while guests cheer and celebrate around the tables. At a lively summer wedding reception, a group of people wave napkins in the air and cheer as a man in a suit walks energetically through the room. Everyone appears joyful and celebratory. A bride and groom share their first dance in a bright, elegant hall at a romantic Hudson Valley wedding, surrounded by seated guests. The groom spins the smiling bride, who wears a white lace gown.

Cocktail Hour In The Locust Grove Gardens

Cocktail hour moved outside as golden hour settled over the grounds. Guests wandered the Locust Grove gardens with drinks in hand. The light turned soft and warm across the lawn. It was, without question, one of the prettiest parts of the day.A bride and groom share their first dance and a kiss at their outdoor venue wedding reception, surrounded by seated guests in a warmly lit hall with high ceilings and hanging lights. A bride and groom smile and dance together in a warmly-lit reception hall, with seated guests watching and tables set for a celebration in the background. Couples dance in a warmly lit reception hall with wood floors, floral wall art, and guests seated at round tables watching and enjoying the scene at this Poughkeepsie area wedding.

Golden Hour At This Hudson Valley Wedding

Golden hour cast long shadows across the garden lawn as the light faded. This part of a Locust Grove wedding always photographs beautifully. Guests lingered outside, enjoying the last of the warm evening air. Soon it was time to move inside for the reception.A man in a suit gives a heartfelt wedding speech with a microphone while a woman in a white dress listens, smiling, at a table decorated with candles and flowers at a historic estate wedding. A smiling man with a temporary tattoo on his neck stands beside a table with a wooden board covered in colorful handwritten messages and pens in a glass jar at a summer celebration. A group of people dressed formally stand in a circle, raising their glasses for a celebratory toast at the wedding reception.

A High Energy Reception Entrance

Will kicked off this Hudson Valley wedding reception with a full victory lap around the room. He gave high fives to every guest along the way. Lauren followed close behind, laughing at the entrance. It set a fun, high energy tone for the rest of the night.

First Dance And Family Traditions

The couple shared their first dance soon after the Locust Grove wedding reception began. Parent dances followed, filled with a few happy tears. A lively dance set got everyone up before dinner was served. Guests ate, refilled drinks, and kept the energy high all evening.Four people pose playfully at a summer wedding; two men in suits lift a woman in a wedding dress while another woman stands close. They wear fun glasses and headbands, smiling in front of a white backdrop with drinks and props on a table nearby. A joyful wedding crowd dances with arms raised, smiling and celebrating in the warmly lit reception hall at an outdoor venue. Two photos of a lively dance floor at a Hudson Valley wedding. A bride in a white dress and guests are smiling, dancing, and raising their hands, celebrating together in a festive atmosphere.

Speeches And Cake At A Poughkeepsie Wedding

Lauren and Will gave a joint thank you speech to their guests. They thanked their families and friends for such a fun celebration. Cake cutting followed with plenty of laughter and a few playful jokes. This Locust Grove wedding never lost its relaxed, personal feel.

Dancing Into The Night

The dance floor stayed full for most of this Locust Grove wedding reception. Friends and family took turns leading songs and requests. Energy never dipped, even as the night went on. It was clear this crowd came ready to celebrate.

A Photo Booth With A Personal Touch

A photo booth ran throughout the reception at Locust Grove Historic Site for guests to enjoy. Temporary tattoos featuring the couple’s cat were a fun surprise. Guests lined up more than once to grab a new print. Small details like this made the day feel personal.A bride and groom dance joyfully at their Locust Grove reception, surrounded by friends and family who are cheering and celebrating. A wooden board with handwritten congratulatory messages in colorful ink, decorated with cut-out photos of cats, placed on a lace fabric background at a summer wedding celebration.

Meet The Vendor Team For This Wedding

This Locust Grove wedding came together with help from a talented vendor team. Locust Grove Historic Site provided the beautiful setting for the entire day. Catering came from Sugar and Spice Cafe, and beauty services came from Kindred Beauty Co. Music and photo booth fun were handled by DJ J Sizzle, while Flora Good Times designed the florals throughout the day.

Why We Love Being Beacon Based Wedding Photographers

As a married team, we love photographing days like this one. Lauren and Will made every part of their wedding feel personal. Weddings like this remind us why we love Hudson Valley wedding photography. Every couple brings their own story, and this one was a joy to tell.A bride and groom cut and eat their wedding cake together in a bright, elegant reception hall. The white cake is decorated with pink flowers and sits on a white tablecloth. A lively reception shows guests dancing, celebrating, and enjoying themselves under colorful lighting at a Hudson Valley wedding. People smile, raise hands, and embrace on the dance floor.

Book Your Own Hudson Valley Wedding Photographer

If you loved this Locust Grove wedding, more real weddings are on the way. We would love to hear about your own wedding plans. Every couple gets a documentary style approach built around their story. Reach out anytime to start the conversation about your day.

Late Summer Locust Grove Wedding with Outdoor Ceremony

Megan and Kenneth, Beacon based Hudson Valley wedding photographers
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