Ironstone Ranch Wedding | Shannon & Jesse

This past weekend we had the pleasure of photographing Shannon and Jesse’s wedding celebration! While they grew up just miles from one another, they actually met online. Call it fate, destiny, or divine intervention, these two were definitely made for each other! When we photographed their engagement session, it was easy to see how happy they make one another. They certainly bring out the best in each other and bring joy to each other’s life. We have no doubt that their faith and close knit family will support their journey as husband and wife.

Shannon and Jesse exchanged vows in the church Shannon grew up attending and celebrated with family and friends at Ironstone Ranch afterward! Aside from the vast, beautiful grounds, Ironstone donates all of its net profits to Brittany’s Hope. Shannon has one of the biggest hearts, and her selection of venue was just one more way she gives to others. We hope you enjoy a few highlights from their day!

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Shannon and the ladies did all of their final preparations at her parent’s house. april and bryan photography lancaster wedding photographer peonies and garden roses bouquet

Peonies and roses! Two of our favorites!lancaster wedding photographer april and bryan photography

Shannon’s grandmother sewed the bunny she had when she was a baby into the layers of Shannon’s gown.lancaster wedding photographer lancaster wedding photographer

Shannon and Jesse wrote touching letters to one another to read before their ceremony.april and bryan photography lancaster wedding photographer

Jesse’s letter included a surprise! Shannon had the inside of his ring engraved!april and bryan photography

Jesse and the groomsmen enjoyed getting ready in his recently finished man cave, complete with a bar and pool table!st leo the great catholic wedding

Just before walking down the aisle, Shannon and Jesse took a few minutes to pray together.st leo the great catholic wedding lancaster wedding photographer lancaster wedding photographer lancaster wedding photographer lancaster wedding photographer

Finally, Mr. & Mrs.!ironstone ranch wedding photographer

Shannon described her theme as sophisticated country, and Ironstone provided the perfect setting!ironstone ranch wedding ironstone ranch wedding lancaster wedding photographer ironstone ranch wedding lancaster wedding photographer ironstone ranch wedding ironstone ranch wedding photographer

When we first met Shannon and Jesse, I (April) immediately fell in love with her sense of humor! These two are always making each other laugh and smile!
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High grass, Shannon? As she apprehensively looked at me. Jesse quickly agreed, and so in we went. ironstone ranch wedding photographer ironstone ranch wedding ironstone ranch wedding ironstone ranch wedding photographer ironstone ranch barn reception

It’s been a while since we’ve seen a cake smash to this degree!ironstone ranch barn reception ironstone ranch barn reception ironstone ranch barn reception ironstone ranch barn reception ironstone ranch barn reception ironstone ranch barn reception ironstone ranch barn reception ironstone ranch wedding photographer ironstone ranch wedding photographer ironstone ranch stabbles ironstone ranch sparkler exit april and bryan photographyShannon & Jesse, what a beautiful day! Thank you for inviting us to document such a special time in your lives! Blessings for a lifetime of love and laughter.

~april & bryan

Special thanks to our fellow vendors who worked hard to bring Shannon’s vision to life!

Ceremony: Saint Leo the Great Catholic Church

Reception: Ironstone Ranch

Caterer: C & J Catering

Floral: Forte Florals

Entertainment: DJ Jonny Bow-Tie

Videography: Invision Video Productions

Make-up: Joanna Herr

Hair: Styles on Mulberry

Cake: The Cake Creators

Transportation: Premiere #1 Limousine