The Duke Farm Wedding Photos | Susan + Rafael

On Saturday, September 3rd, I had the pleasure of capturing a special moment in the lives of Susan and Rafael as they celebrated their wedding. The couple – a travel enthusiast and chef, respectively – tied the knot on a quiet little farm, The Duke Farm, about an hour outside of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, nestled right in the middle of Pennsylvania Dutch Country. The skies were clear and the sun was setting over the cornfield. The ceremony was beautiful: The ring bearer and flower girl did their jobs well, the guests were all very excited to be there, and it was all made perfect by the farm setting and the love that ties this couple together. You could see the excitement and anticipation on Rafael’s face as his bride to be walked down the aisle – truly amazing! It seemed as everything was right in the world on that day so that this couple could celebrate, and celebrate they did! The group in attendance was small, But that didn’t stop the atmosphere from being intimate and friendly as the very happy bride and groom partied with their close friends and family.

Susan absolutely glowed in a strapless wedding dress.  Rafael looked sharp wearing a suit in gunmetal grey with a silver tie that coordinated with the dress perfectly. The two were all smiles the whole time. You could see their love for each other in their eyes, and it made the day that much more special. The simple elegance of the whole affair was present in the silks the attendants wore, the jewel tones of the flowers, and the simple but beautiful location of the event. The personality of the couple shone through the carefully picked details that made the day unforgettable.

I am blessed to have been able to spend this special day with Susan and Rafael. This new chapter in their lives will undoubtedly be a happy one, and I wish them the best of luck in everything to come. Thank you and congratulations, Susan and Rafael!