This wedding was absolutely Gorge(ous)!!! See what I did there ;)
The day started at Martha's Place, a gorgeous cabin/cottage at the New River Gorge. Mandy and her bridesmaids got ready downstairs.
The getting ready and reception location was at this gorgeous cottage-style cabin called Martha's Place.
Mandy looked stunning in her Martina Liana-Essence of Australia gown.
And let's not forget the star of the show. "The queen of smiling for the camera," Every. Single. Time. Even when I tried to surprise her :)
I loved how much color was in the florals!
I loved these Badgley Mischka flats!
The guys got ready at a separate cabin at the New River Gorge Preserve. The ceremony location was just across the road, so we headed there next.
The guys had a hard time being serious, which is always fine! :)
The ceremony backdrop was what West Virginia wedding dreams are made of!! #Swoon! Mandy and Arturo exchanged the sweetest vows. They laughed at each other's words and gushed about the love they share <3
I absolutely loved the look on Arturo's face when he saw Mandy coming down the aisle. I started to get teary-eyed. And that's her brother on the right. How sweet are they?
This ceremony location was so stunning!
I'm not sure wedding parties get any more perfect than these folks!
After the ceremony we went on a drive around some gorgeous scenic overlooks. This wedding was what a photographer's dream looks like. Seriously, could they be any more photogenic?
This was my first time at Station Bridge, it was such a cool location!
The New River Gorge Bridge makes a stunning backdrop!
Mandy & Arturo trekked through the wilderness in full formal wear to Beauty Mountain Overlook. #coolestcoupleever!!
And kudos to the bride & groom for hiking through the forest to Beauty Mountain for some gorgeous couple's shots.
Beauty Mountain Overlook gave us a breathtaking view of The New River Gorge!
After a couple of hours, we headed back to the reception where the guests were waiting. The table settings were so unique.
The reception was set out on the cabin patio, it was so stunning!
The reception was so much fun and completely non-traditional. It was basically a house party with close friends and family, inside a huge gorgeous cabin!
This wedding is one that I won't soon forget. These people were beautiful, and not just on the outside. I'm always thankful for weddings where the guests make me feel included and like I'm part of the family. And they did just that. Congratulations Arturo & Mandy, may your marriage be as beautiful as your wedding day!
Sheena Pendley is a WV Wedding & Portrait Photographer who loves capturing images you'll cherish for a lifetime. She's photographed weddings at countless venues including The Greenbrier, The Four Fillies Lodge, Swift Level Farm, Doe Creek Farm and more. Based in Greenbrier County WV.
Catering: Gumbo's & Country Thai
Officiant: Jennifer Soule
Dress Designer: Martina Liana, Essence of Australia
Shoes: Badgley Mischka
Tuxedos: Calvin Klein
Cake Designer: Spring Hill Bakery
Hair & Makeup: Shaylin Davis
Venue: New River Gorge Preserve Overlook, & Martha's Place
Jeweler: Kay
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