DIY Down-Home Backyard Wedding: Emma + Alex | Boone, North Carolina Photographer

Emma’s dreamed of getting married at her childhood home her entire life. The memories she holds of the homestead where she grew up are magical and it was her wish to share the beauty of this secluded sanctuary with her friends and family from near and far.

DIY Down-Home Backyard Wedding: Emma + Alex | Boone, North Carolina Photographer

This down-to-earth couple also had a desire to get married in an intimate, alfresco setting because they both have an extremely close relationship with nature as environmental scientists. They were looking to incorporate that deep appreciation and connection to the outdoors into their ceremony and wedding photos.

DIY Down-Home Backyard Wedding: Emma + Alex | Boone, North Carolina Photographer

The delicate, handmade crown Emma is wearing was decorated with aromatic rosemary. Isn't it lovely?! She didn't seem to think it was too weird when I asked to take a whiff of her head! I could have sniffed her scalp endlessly! hahaha

DIY Down-Home Backyard Wedding: Emma + Alex | Boone, North Carolina Photographer
Emma & Alex's first look took place in the surrounding woods where she spent many summer days having barefoot adventures in the forest. 

DIY Down-Home Backyard Wedding: Emma + Alex | Boone, North Carolina Photographer

Emma and Alex were married on the back deck of her parents’ home surrounded by sunshine and people who love them. Since the couple now lives in Colorado, they don’t get to see many of the people that they hold close to their hearts very often. 

DIY Down-Home Backyard Wedding: Emma + Alex | Boone, North Carolina Photographer
DIY Down-Home Backyard Wedding: Emma + Alex | Boone, North Carolina Photographer
DIY Down-Home Backyard Wedding: Emma + Alex | Boone, North Carolina Photographer

At the end of their heartfelt ceremony, folks gleefully blew bubbles to celebrate the newlyweds as they walked around basking in the effervescent love. 

DIY Down-Home Backyard Wedding: Emma + Alex | Boone, North Carolina Photographer
Having the reception at the family home would have caused too much stress on the property so they took the second half of the wedding festivities to the Apple Barn in Valle Crucis. It’s also a special place because Emma grew up going to contra dances there with her parents. 

DIY Down-Home Backyard Wedding: Emma + Alex | Boone, North Carolina Photographer

The bride had a team of family and friends to help make the whole thing come together. There were a ton of awesome DIY decorations that the bride and mother made collectively. The various signs they had scattered throughout were thoughtful, and, of course, you can’t go wrong with fabric-topped mason jars for a rustic touch!

DIY Down-Home Backyard Wedding: Emma + Alex | Boone, North Carolina Photographer
Seed to Plate Catering was there feeding everyone yummy farm-to-table food using locally sourced organic ingredients. The chicken was incredibly juicy and so flavorful! I also loved the garlic-lemon asparagus! Mmmmmmmm! They did a wonderful job catering this event. Working with Seed to Plate was a special treat, indeed! 

DIY Down-Home Backyard Wedding: Emma + Alex | Boone, North Carolina Photographer
DIY Down-Home Backyard Wedding: Emma + Alex | Boone, North Carolina Photographer
DIY Down-Home Backyard Wedding: Emma + Alex | Boone, North Carolina Photographer
The main concern for Emma and Alex was to have fun and enjoy themselves in the most laid-back environment possible. From what I experienced, everyone seemed to be having a grand ol’ time fooling around while also facilitating when needed. It was a pleasure to have the opportunity to work with such a friendly and festive bunch! 

DIY Down-Home Backyard Wedding: Emma + Alex | Boone, North Carolina Photographer

A big CONGRATULATIONS to Emma & Alex! You're officially HITCHED! YAYAYAYAYAY! I wish you two lovebirds the most epic adventures that life has to offer and I truly hope that your union will endure the test of time! Thank you so much for choosing me to capture your down-home DIY backyard wedding, it was a blast! 

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Boone NC Wedding Photographer | Wayfaring Wanderer | Jessica MacedaHi! My name is Jessica a.k.a. Wayfaring Wanderer and I reside in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains here in Boone, NC. I'm a free-spirited wedding, engagement, and lifestyle photographer who loves working with couples, families, and individuals who are committed to travel, adventure, and laid-back lifestyles. If you think we might be kindreds, I invite you to join the WW tribe by signing up [ HERE ] for weekly updates & get connected to the [ WW Facebook page ] to join the conversation! | Website www.wayfaringwanderer.com

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