A Washington backyard wedding is where simplicity meets soul, and our Seattle wedding photographers had the best time at Beth and Gunner’s celebration. There is no grand ballroom here. Just open sky, gentle breezes and the kind of beauty only home can hold. The setting feels easy, yet it means so much. Every moment, from the first look to the final dance, carries a personal touch that guests feel right away.
Backyard weddings turn a familiar place into something unforgettable. The same lawn where everyday life happens becomes the spot for vows, laughter and love. Guests settle in quickly because it feels comfortable. There is room for kids to run, friends to catch up and families to linger without anyone checking the clock. It is the kind of celebration that feels like a big family reunion.
Washington makes a gorgeous backdrop for celebrating outdoors. Tall evergreens, lush lawns and soft Pacific Northwest light give couples natural beauty with very little effort. Some couples keep things simple. Others go big with games, tents and twinkling lights. No matter the style, a backyard wedding always feels like a true reflection of the people throwing it.
Beth and Gunner’s Lawn Party
Beth and Gunner met in high school Spanish class. They never dated back then, but they reconnected twenty years later, and the rest is history! Today they love traveling together, lifting weights, going for walks and spending time with family and friends. They also share a love for a good Costco run, which we think is pretty relatable. Sometimes the best love stories take a little detour first.
Their plan was a massive, casual lawn party. They wanted guests to have fun, feel at home and reconnect with each other. With a bouncy house and lots of kids on the guest list, the day was all about joy. They foraged local foliage for their decor, and their colors were yellow, gold, white and earthy greens. It is a sunny, natural palette that suits a Washington summer so well.
We love a wedding that puts fun first. Kids racing across the grass, friends catching up after years apart and big laughs at every turn give us so many real moments to capture. We stay light on our feet and keep our eyes open for candid joy. Our wedding videography team loves these celebrations too, because the sounds of the day tell such a happy story. Those are the moments that make a gallery feel alive.
Our team is based in Seattle, and we photograph weddings across the entire state of Washington. Forest lodges, waterfront venues and family backyards are all part of what we do. Every wedding photographer on our team wants couples to feel relaxed and like themselves. If you love laid back celebrations, look around our blog for more Washington weddings.
Planning a celebration of your own? Our wedding photography packages come in options that fit many different plans. You can compare our prices online whenever you like. You can also read reviews from couples who trusted our team with their day. We would love to hear what you have in mind!
Original Weddings is a team of Seattle wedding photographers and videographers. Please click here to learn more about our Seattle photography and videography services. This wedding was edited in our Timeless editing style. We offer three different photography editing styles: Timeless, Airy, and Rustic. Please click here to learn more about our photography styles. You pick the style you love for your photos.
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Seattle Wedding Photographers
Original Weddings is a team of Seattle wedding photographers who love capturing joyful days all over Washington. Seattle is our home base, and we often photograph weddings in Tacoma, Bellevue, Redmond, Everett and Olympia. We also travel to the islands, the mountains and small towns across the state whenever couples need us. Every region of the state has its own charm. Backyard weddings are always a favorite for our team. They are relaxed, personal and full of family love. Being part of Beth and Gunner’s lawn party was such a fun day, and it reminded us how much we love what we do. There is nothing quite like a celebration that feels this genuine and happy.
Our photographers are experienced with natural light, which is key for outdoor weddings in the Pacific Northwest. We know how to work with cloudy skies, bright sun and the soft glow of evening. Original Weddings keeps every wedding day calm and easygoing. We give simple direction when it helps, then let couples and guests enjoy themselves. That leads to honest, timeless photos that feel true to the day. We also make sure to capture family, friends and little ones, because they are such a big part of the story. Those are the images families treasure most.
Seattle Wedding Videographers
Original Weddings also has a team of Seattle wedding videographers who love capturing motion, sound and emotion. Our filmmakers are based in Seattle and travel throughout Washington, from Tacoma and Bellevue to Everett, Olympia and the islands. Filming a backyard party like Beth and Gunner’s is always a joy, because there is so much happy energy to capture in every corner of the yard. We love every second of it.
A wedding film keeps the parts of the day that photos cannot fully hold. It saves the laughter, the music, the voices of loved ones and the squeals of kids having the time of their lives. Our videographers stay calm and quiet, so couples can enjoy their guests. We record clear audio during vows and toasts. We watch for sweet reactions from every guest. Afterward, we edit the footage into a personal film with music that fits the mood. Original Weddings wants every couple to press play and feel that same joy all over again.
