Courtney & Joe's Rockway Vineyards Wedding, Niagara

Joe and Courtney had a beautiful outdoor wedding at Rockway Vineyards Golf Course in St. Catharine's. It was the perfect day for a vineyard wedding. After getting ready at the Haven of Hope llama farm across the street (yes, you heard that right!) the ladies drove themselves to the altar on golf carts, where family and friends were waiting.

Friends watching bride getting her makeup done, Rockway Vineyard wedding in Niagara

Bride getting her hair sprayed at this Rockway Vineyard wedding in Niagara.

Bride gets emotional while her mom does up her wedding dress at this Rockway Vineyards wedding in Niagara.

Bride slipping on her blue high heel wedding shoes, at this Rockway Vineyards wedding in Niagara.

Bride taking a moment to herself before the ceremony, at this Rockway Vineyards wedding in Niagara.

Llama farm B&B across from Rockway Vineyards in Niagara.

Custom cogs and gears cufflinks for the groom, at this Rockway Vineyards wedding in Niagara.

The groom and his brothers and dad all inspecting his wedding cufflinks. Rockway Vineyards Wedding, Niagara

The groom's brother getting his suspenders on, at this Rockway Vineyards wedding in Niagara.

Groom handing out drinks, Rockway Vineyards Wedding, Niagara

Groom making a toast with his groomsmen, Rockway Vineyards Wedding

Surrounded by summer flowers and under the afternoon sky, Joe saw his bride for the first time as she walked down the aisle with both her parents. Although I witnessed the joyfulness between these two, during their engagement session, I'll never forget the look on Courtney's face as she walked – she was beaming with happiness!

Groom waiting for his bride at the altar, Rockway Vineyard Wedding, Niagara

Bride walking down the aisle with her parents, Rockway Vineyard Wedding, Niagara

Beautiful outdoor marriage ceremony, Rockway Vineyard Wedding, Niagara

The ceremony was followed by a gorgeous outdoor cocktail hour, while the newlyweds enjoyed strolling through the vines in the setting sun. Golden hour.

Dasies in a field, Rockway Vineyard Wedding, Niagara

Bride and groom walking through the vineyards, Rockway Vineyard Wedding, Niagara

Groom caressing the bride's face, Rockway Vineyard Wedding, Niagara

One of my favourite moments was when we decided to move locations for newlywed photos. As a shortcut, Joe lifted Courtney up and carried her over some shrubbery, like it was perfectly normal to transport other humans that way.

Bride and groom hugging, Rockway Vineyard Wedding, Niagara

That's what I truly love about this couple. They take things lightly, and are always having a laugh. During the wedding reception, Courtney described her search for Joe before they met. Her friends told her she was being too picky, but she held out. She said she just wanted a giant who was hilarious, and then she met Joe and was just like, yes. (He is 6'8"!)

Happy guests at wedding reception, Rockway Vineyard Wedding, Niagara

Wedding speeches, Rockway Vineyard Wedding, Niagara

Happy wedding guest smiling, Rockway Vineyard Wedding, Niagara

Bride and groom listening to speech, Rockway Vineyard Wedding, Niagara

Bride getting emotional while listening to speech, Rockway Vineyard Wedding, Niagara

The sun shining through the trees, Rockway Vineyard Wedding, Niagara

Beautiful vineyards, Rockway Vineyard Wedding, Niagara

Bride and groom dancing with sunglasses on, Rockway Vineyard Wedding, Niagara

Recently I photographed Courtney and Joe for their two year wedding anniversary, and I had the great pleasure of meeting their brand new little baby. Joe & Courtney, it's been such a fantastic time getting to know you and your families. I'm so happy for you, and can't wait to see you all again!

In Courtney's words:
"Kate's style is what drew us to her in her ability to capture moments in time....She was really good at creating emotion and then shooting that emotion." Click here to read the whole review.

Check out Courtney & Joe's downtown Toronto engagement photos here.

Thank you to the creative team!

Photographers: Kate O'Connor and Rudo Vacula
Accommodations: Haven of Hope Farm, AirBnB
DJ: Ted Chamberlain
Décor: Fat Raccoon Port Rowan
Venue & Catering: Rockway Vineyards Golf Course