I had the absolute pleasure of photographing Jessica and Jason’s wedding at Elizabeth Furnace, and let me tell you, it was one for the books! From the moment I arrived, I knew it was going to be a special day—not just because of the beautiful couple, but because I got to work with one of my favorite videographers, Matt King, again. We both had that “Oh, hey, it’s you!” moment when we realized we’d be working together, which is always such a nice surprise. There’s something really comforting about teaming up with people you’ve worked with before—you just know you’re in for a smooth day.

Jessica is a girl after my own heart—she was all about those flat lays and detail shots! She had everything ready to go the moment I walked in, with a neatly organized box of all her wedding details. It was like Christmas morning for a photographer! We used every little piece she provided, and the results were just stunning. If you know me, you know how much I love capturing those small, meaningful details, and Jessica made it so easy. It was such a joy to be able to bring her vision to life.

If you haven’t been to Elizabeth Furnace in Lititz, PA, you’re missing out. This venue is the definition of charming! Tucked away in the countryside, it’s like stepping into a fairytale. They’ve made great use of their historic outbuildings—one of them was turned into a cozy suite where Jason and his groomsmen got ready, and another was on standby as a backup ceremony spot in case the weather decided not to cooperate.

One thing I really appreciated about this venue was how the layout worked in our favor. The cocktail hour area was a little separated, which gave us the perfect opportunity to get those family photos and couple portraits done without too many interruptions. And let’s talk about the food—wow! It was hands down some of the best wedding food I’ve ever had. The catering team, who are part of the venue, were incredible, and the coordinators were so sweet and easy to work with. They really made the day a breeze for all of us vendors.

Jessica’s crew was a blast to be around. Her childhood friends, mom, and sister, Emily, were all placing bets in the morning on whether or not Jason would cry during the first look or the ceremony. It was all in good fun, and Jason mostly kept it together, but the real waterworks came from behind me during the ceremony. When Jessica started walking down the aisle, I turned around to see her sister, Emily, in tears, which quickly spread to the rest of the girls. It was such a touching moment and just shows how much love was in the air that day.

The reception was an absolute party! Jess and Jason’s friends and family didn’t leave the dance floor all night. One of the sweetest moments was when Jessica’s college acapella group performed one of their old songs—it was such a unique and personal touch that had everyone smiling.

I’m so excited to share a sneak peek of their photos with them soon, complete with a little slideshow to capture all the best moments. From those heartfelt tears to the epic dance party, Jessica and Jason’s wedding was a day full of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Stay tuned for more glimpses of their beautiful day at Elizabeth Furnace!