Christy & Joel's Snow Day Wedding


On January 6, 2024, Christy and Joel decided to tie the knot on what turned out to be our only snowy wedding of the year. And let me tell you, it was nothing short of magical.


The ceremony was at St. Catherine's Catholic Church, which with the snow, looked like it had been sprinkled with fairy dust. It was freezing, sure, but the warmth from their vows could've melted the snow around us.


Then we all sledded (a metaphor for driving) over to the Willows at Historic Strasburg for the reception. The venue, already charming, was transformed into a winter wonderland. Everyone was a real trooper, battling the cold like pros, and the dance floor was on fire - metaphorically speaking, because, well, it was still cold.


Now, I'll let you in on a little secret: I spent most of the day looking more like a snowman than a photographer, all wrapped up in my coat and hat. But hey, when the snow gives you that perfect, soft light for your photos, you just roll with it.


Christy and Joel, you two are the rockstars of this winter saga. Not only did you make it through a day where the weather was doing its best to photobomb every shot, but you turned it into something spectacular. Your love story got an extra chapter of magic, and I'm betting every guest left feeling like they'd just stepped out of a Hallmark movie.



So here's to you, Christy and Joel, for having one of the coolest (and I mean that literally) weddings I've ever photographed. Thanks for allowing me to capture this snowy love story of yours, and may every day of your marriage be as magical as your wedding day.


Their Vendors:

Venue: @willowshistoricstrasburg

Dress: @twice_upscale_resale

Suit: @menswearhouse

Caterer: @firesidetavern

Florist: @solawoodflowers

Hair: @familyhairloom

Cake: @strasburgbakery

DJ: @reillyentertainmentgroup



Winter wedding party in emerald green dresses posing in front of snow-covered evergreen trees.
Snow-covered church exterior with cream colored walls and peaked roof in winter weather.
Church ceremony with white flower petals scattered down the aisle and guests standing in decorated pews.
Traditional Catholic wedding ceremony in church decorated with red poinsettias and Christmas decor.
Religious wedding ceremony taking place at an altar decorated with red poinsettias.
Church altar decorated with red poinsettias and Christmas decorations for winter wedding ceremony.
Interior of a church decorated with red poinsettias and wooden pews for a holiday wedding ceremony.
Wedding ceremony taking place in a Catholic church decorated with red poinsettias and Christmas trees during holiday season.
Wedding guests watching as couple walks down the aisle of a traditional church with stained glass windows.
Wedding ceremony recessional in church with stained glass windows and white floral aisle decorations.
Guests gather around a couple sharing their first dance under a covered venue during a wedding reception.
Wedding guests creating sparkler exit tunnel for newlyweds leaving reception venue.
Wedding couple exits venue through two rows of guests holding sparklers during evening celebration.
Wedding guests holding sparklers form a line outside during a winter evening celebration.
Couple shares romantic kiss while guests cheer in a covered outdoor walkway.
Wedding guests hold sparklers during snowy outdoor send-off celebration.
Wedding couple posing in church sanctuary decorated with poinsettias and white Christmas flowers.
Wedding party poses in a church sanctuary with bridesmaids in green dresses and groomsmen in black suits.
Wedding party poses in formal attire with bridesmaids in emerald green dresses and groomsmen in dark suits on snowy winter day.
Wedding party in formal attire with bridesmaids in emerald green dresses and groomsmen in black tuxedos pose under covered porch.
Wedding party celebrating together under covered outdoor walkway decorated with holiday garland.
Wedding party celebrates with playful poses outside a white columned entrance.
Winter wedding portrait with snow covered evergreen trees and white bouquet.
A winter wedding couple poses together among snow-covered evergreen trees.
Winter wedding portrait with snow-covered evergreens creating a romantic backdrop.
A romantic winter wedding photo with a couple embracing among snow-covered evergreen trees and holding a blush floral bouquet.
Romantic winter wedding portrait with snow covered branches in background.
A snowy winter wedding scene with a couple posing in front of snow-covered branches.
A romantic winter wedding portrait featuring a couple in formal attire standing together in the snow near a brick building.
Intimate winter wedding portrait with bride in long-sleeved lace gown against snowy backdrop.
A loving couple shares an intimate moment on their winter wedding day, with snow falling gently around them.
Winter bridal portrait with delicate lace dress and peach bouquet in snow covered garden.
Detail of lace wedding dress showing open back design.
A wedding dress detail shot shows intricate lace sleeves and an open back design against a snowy background.
Winter bridal portrait against brick building with snow and soft peachy bouquet.
Close up of a bride's hand resting on white lace wedding dress showing off an elegant engagement ring.
Four groomsmen in black suits pose together in a snowy winter setting.
Groomsmen in black suits pose together in a snowy winter setting.
Four groomsmen in black suits pose together playfully in a winter garden setting with snow covered bushes.
Groom in classic black suit stands smiling in a snow-covered winter landscape.
Groom in black suit with white boutonniere and teal pocket square against snowy backdrop.
Close up of wedding boutonniere with cream rose and green carnation on navy suit with teal pocket square.
A bridal party poses together in the snow with bridesmaids wearing emerald green full-length dresses.
Two people wearing green and white dresses hold flower bouquets in a snowy winter setting with brick building behind them.
Wedding guests enjoying drinks and conversation at an indoor reception with bouquet flowers and holiday decor.
Romantic winter wedding portrait under lit lamppost with snow-covered scenery.
Winter wedding couple posing beneath a glowing lantern post in a snowy landscape with evergreen trees.
A romantic winter wedding photo shows a couple posing by a lit lamp post in the snow with evergreen trees in background.
A romantic moment captured in a snow-covered gazebo as couple embraces during their winter wedding.
Newlyweds sharing an intimate moment in a snow-covered gazebo with white railings.
Couple shares romantic dip pose in white gazebo surrounded by snow-covered winter landscape.
Romantic winter wedding portrait in snow covered gazebo.
Close up shot of newlyweds embracing while holding a blue and white floral bouquet against brick wall background.
Elegant wedding reception venue with white Chiavari chairs and round tables set against warm amber lighting.
Round wedding reception table with crisp white linens, place settings, and delicate greenery centerpiece decorations.
Rustic winter wedding centerpiece with floating candles, evergreen sprigs and pinecones on a wood slice.
A simple grey table number display sits among water glasses on an elegant white tablecloth setting.
Rustic winter wedding cake decorated with pinecones and greenery on a wood slice base with glowing candles.
Wedding cake serving utensils and pinecone decor displayed on elegant damask tablecloth with glowing candle votives.
Intimate moment by fireplace showing lace wedding dress detail.
A couple dances their first dance at a wedding reception while guests watch from their tables in an elegant ballroom.
A romantic first dance moment in an elegantly lit ballroom with vintage wallpaper decor.
Two champagne flutes with vintage style monograms sit on an elegant wedding reception table.
Couple cuts their elegant winter-themed wedding cake surrounded by candles and holiday decor at reception venue.
A rustic winter wedding cake displayed on a wooden slice with greenery and candle decorations on the table.
A couple shares their first dance together at a wedding reception in an elegant ballroom with warm lighting and patterned carpet.
A couple shares an intimate moment on the dance floor at their elegant wedding reception.
A bride and groom embrace during their wedding reception next to an elegantly decorated table with candles.
A couple shares their first dance in an elegantly lit ballroom reception venue with guests seated at tables.
A couple shares their first dance in an elegantly lit ballroom with guests seated at tables and a DJ booth nearby.
Couple sharing romantic first dance in elegant ballroom with mood lighting.
A couple shares their first dance in an elegant ballroom with warm amber lighting and ornate decor.
Wedding couple dancing on a reflective ballroom floor during their first dance.
Energetic wedding reception dance performance with participants entertaining guests in a decorated ballroom.
Wedding guests dancing energetically on a glossy ballroom floor with blue lighting.
Wedding entertainment performance on a dance floor while guests watch from their dining tables.
Couple dancing in elegant ballroom with pink and purple lighting creating romantic atmosphere.
A couple shares a romantic dance moment on a polished ballroom floor during a wedding reception.
Playful dance floor moment captured during wedding reception with dramatic lighting effects.
Wedding couple sharing intimate moment on dance floor with purple ambient lighting.
Wedding reception guests dancing together on wooden dance floor with blue accent lighting.
Wedding celebration in an elegant ballroom with blue and orange ambient lighting.
Bride in white dress tossing her bouquet during wedding reception in an elegant ballroom.
Wedding guests gather on a dance floor in an elegant ballroom with pink and purple ambient lighting.
A performer spins on the dance floor at a formal event while guests in formal attire watch from the sides.
Wedding guests having fun dancing and celebrating on the dance floor at an indoor reception venue.
Wedding guests dance and celebrate on a ballroom dance floor with colorful lighting and decorations.
Wedding reception guests dancing and having fun on the dance floor with red ambient lighting in a ballroom.
Wedding reception guests dancing in a ballroom with orange ambient lighting and DJ equipment.
People dancing and mingling at an evening wedding reception with warm orange lighting.
A crowded dance floor at a wedding reception with pink and purple lighting illuminating the elegant ballroom setting.
Wedding party dancing and celebrating in an elegant ballroom with red carpeting.