Weddings make my heart happy. Wanting to help people hold onto that joy is one of the reasons I’ve made photography my career. And Bryna and Martin’s backyard Northampton wedding made my heart so so happy.

When Bryna first reached out, she told me they were “planning for the biggest crowd we can afford, but keeping the rest of the wedding low key.” They hosted it on a beautiful family property, on a not-too-hot summer afternoon. Many of the guests flew in from across oceans – Martin’s family is in the UK, and Bryna has worked and made friends in Africa and Asia.

The sweet ceremony was led by Martin’s brother-in-law, in a garden where Bryna and her mother both played as children. Following the ceremony, Bryna’s uncle’s bluegrass band played while a new generation of children cavorted in the garden. After a seasonal farm-to-table dinner, a band made up of friends and family – put together just for the occasion – played a long dance set. It was wonderful to see the many way that Bryna and Martin’s community came together to support them and bring them joy at this celebration.

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Northampton wedding portrait | Kelly Benvenuto Photography

Northampton wedding portrait | Kelly Benvenuto Photography

Northampton wedding portrait | Kelly Benvenuto Photography

a child plays in the twilight during a backyard wedding reception | Kelly Benvenuto Photography

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dancing at a tented wedding reception | Kelly Benvenuto Photography

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friends provide music at a backyard wedding | Kelly Benvenuto Photography

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dancing at a tented wedding reception | Kelly Benvenuto Photography

dancing at a tented wedding reception | Kelly Benvenuto Photography

dancing at a tented wedding reception | Kelly Benvenuto Photography

detail of bistro lights and paper lanterns | Kelly Benvenuto Photography

Vendor Credits
Venue: family home
Caterer: Wheelhouse Farm
Baker: Florence Pie Bar
Bands: both comprised of family & friends

If you like what you see, and are interested in having me photograph your Northampton wedding, please get in touch.

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