Hi there, I’m Ashley Edmunds and I photograph weddings all over the world but my heart is in Virginia. I grew up in Richmond, lived in the heart of Shenandoah for 7 years, and then found my way back to Richmond. Once you get to know me, you’ll see I’m a little Richmond obsessed. I can help you find the best restaurant, park, or brewery for any part of this wonderful city. I love photographing weddings here at home, in Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, DC, and beyond! When I’m not photographing weddings I’m most likely chasing River, my yellow lab trying to get a shoe out of his mouth, teaching my high school kiddos, or traveling with my amazing fiance Craig.
I’m very excited today to share Ellie and Ryan’s Spring Keswick Vineyards Wedding day! From start to finish, this wedding was beautifully designed and curated with so much love! Keswick itself is a guest experience but Ellie and Ryan thought of every single detail to utilize their venue and really elevate the experience for all of their guests! When I arrived, Ryan greeted me and told me how excited he was for the day and the photos. Ellie was wrapping up makeup with all of her girls and everyone was ready to go. I had the most beautiful box of details for flat lay photos and incredible blooms from Hedge Fine Blooms.
Ceremony and Cocktails
We had a full sun beautiful ceremony, followed by signature cocktails and unburying the bourbon. This is a tradition for the couple to keep the rain away and it worked wonders! Ellie and Ryan did a room reveal to see all of A Little Acorn Events hard work and it blew them away. As dinner was wrapping up, the ice cream truck pulled in and the party really started.
I’m so glad Ellie and Ryan added in time for sunset portraits. They had an incredible sunset and I loved being around the Keswick fountain and vineyards as the sun was setting in the distance. After sunset photos, the dance floor was open! Ellie and Ryan had all sorts of dance floor props including a t-shirt giveaway. This reception was one of the most fun parties I’ve seen! They had special guest appearances by their cats, fun sunglasses, and DJ Fit played the best hits.
I hope you two had an incredible honeymoon! Thank you for such an amazing day!