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Olivia & Max’s Wedding Day at The Pump House

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We first met Olivia and Max during their engagement session at Blondie in Manayunk, and it didn’t take long to see how easygoing and fun they were. The two had actually known each other for 20 years before they started dating, growing up as neighbors and eventually finding their way from friendship to a relationship. It was so special to celebrate their love at The Pump House, where their personal style came through in a moody, edgy celebration filled with rich colors, warm florals, and plenty of character.

A Wedding at The Pump House

Located along the Schuylkill River in Bala Cynwyd, The Pump House is a unique wedding venue on Philadelphia’s Main Line. The 12,000-square-foot space blends industrial architecture with its riverside surroundings, offering several distinct areas for couples to use throughout their wedding day.

The venue includes the Main Hall & Garden, riverfront bar, covered outdoor Train Shed, and underground Speakeasy. Each area has its own atmosphere, giving couples plenty of ways to move through their celebration while staying within the same venue.

Olivia & Max’s Wedding Details

Olivia and Max chose a rich color palette of chocolate brown and navy, with warm orange florals bringing color throughout the day. A close family friend created all of the arrangements, making the florals an especially meaningful part of the celebration.

The couple also incorporated special details into their wedding-day looks. Olivia wore earrings that had belonged to her mother and that her mother had worn on her own wedding day, along with shoes gifted by her aunt. Max also wore special cufflinks.

First Looks & Wedding Portraits

Before the ceremony, Olivia shared a first look with her dad. She then shared a first look with Max before the two took portraits around The Pump House and its surrounding areas.

The industrial architecture, river views, and covered outdoor spaces offered plenty of variety for their portraits, all within the venue’s distinctive setting.

A Wedding Ceremony by the River

Olivia and Max exchanged vows outdoors beneath the covered Train Shed overlooking the Schuylkill River. The open-air setting brought the river into view while the covered structure provided shelter for guests.

Warm orange florals and their rich color palette added contrast against the greenery and industrial elements surrounding the ceremony.

Celebrating at The Pump House

Following the ceremony, cocktail hour took place at the bar, which remained open throughout the evening. The reception followed in the Main Hall & Garden, where Olivia and Max celebrated with around 165 family members and friends.

The spacious setting brought everyone together for dinner, dancing, and the rest of the evening.

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Olivia & MAx's Vendor Team

Venue: The Pump House

Entertainment: The Bachelor Boys Band

Hair & Makeup: Philly Hair & Makeup Co

Florist: Magnificent Balloon Events

Planner: First Light Events

15 New Jersey Wedding Venues We Love

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There are so many beautiful places to get married in New Jersey, and we’ve been lucky enough to photograph and film quite a few of them. From elegant estates and classic ballrooms to waterfront venues along the Shore, there’s a little something for every kind of wedding day.

We rounded up 15 of our favorite New Jersey wedding venues to give you a few more places to add to your list while you’re searching for the one!

Central Jersey

Park Château Estate & Gardens

East Brunswick, NJ

Park Château is an elegant estate and garden venue with a classic European-inspired feel. From its beautiful grounds to its sophisticated reception spaces, it offers plenty of timeless settings for wedding photos throughout the day.

The Palace at Somerset Park

Somerset, NJ

The Palace at Somerset Park combines a grand ballroom setting with beautiful outdoor spaces. Its elegant architecture, gardens, and spacious reception room make it a great choice for couples looking for a classic wedding venue.

The Hamilton Manor

Hamilton Township, NJ

The Hamilton Manor offers a beautiful blend of historic charm and modern elegance. With its distinctive architecture, outdoor spaces, and sophisticated reception areas, there are plenty of opportunities for beautiful wedding-day photos.

The Madison Hotel

Morristown, NJ

The Madison Hotel is a classic New Jersey wedding venue with elegant interiors and beautiful outdoor spaces. Its timeless setting works beautifully for everything from portraits to a full wedding-day celebration.

South Jersey

The Mansion on Main Street

Voorhees, NJ

The Mansion on Main Street is an elegant venue with grand interiors, beautiful grounds, and plenty of space for a full wedding-day celebration. Its classic architecture and polished reception spaces create a timeless backdrop for wedding photos and films.

The Merion

Cinnaminson, NJ

The Merion is known for its grand ballroom, elegant details, and beautiful outdoor grounds. With a variety of spaces throughout the property, couples have plenty of options for portraits and wedding-day moments.

Lucien’s Manor

Berlin, NJ

Lucien’s Manor is a classic South Jersey wedding venue with elegant interiors, landscaped grounds, and a grand reception space. It offers a timeless setting for couples looking for a traditional wedding-day experience.

Brigalias

Sicklerville, NJ

Brigalias offers a classic ballroom setting surrounded by landscaped grounds. The property provides a variety of spaces for portraits and celebrations, making it a popular choice for South Jersey weddings.

Renault Winery & Golf Resort

Egg Harbor City, NJ

Renault Winery offers something a little different with its vineyard setting, beautiful grounds, and resort-style atmosphere. The combination of wine country scenery and elegant event spaces creates a unique backdrop for a wedding day.

Founders Grove

Magnolia, NJ

Opened in spring 2026, Founders Grove is one of New Jersey’s newest wedding venues, blending historic charm with modern farmhouse style. With its beautiful gardens, restored farmhouse, and elegant Carriage House, the property offers a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces for portraits, ceremonies, and celebrations throughout the day.

Jersey Shore & Farther South

The Mill Lakeside Manor

Spring Lake, NJ

The Mill Lakeside Manor offers an elegant waterfront setting in the heart of the Jersey Shore. Its lakeside views, beautiful grounds, and classic reception spaces provide plenty of opportunities for portraits throughout the day.

Clarks Landing Yacht Club

Point Pleasant, NJ

Clarks Landing Yacht Club offers a waterfront setting with beautiful views and a relaxed Jersey Shore atmosphere. It’s a beautiful option for couples who want their wedding day to include a little bit of the coast.

The Grand Hotel of Cape May

Cape May, NJ

The Grand Hotel offers a classic Jersey Shore setting in Cape May, with ocean views and a variety of spaces for wedding celebrations. The coastal surroundings also provide a beautiful backdrop for portraits.

ICONA Avalon

Avalon, NJ

ICONA Avalon brings a modern coastal feel to the Jersey Shore. Its location near the beach makes it a great choice for couples who want their wedding day to have a relaxed, seaside atmosphere while still feeling elegant and elevated. ICONA also has another wedding venue in Avalon, ICONA Windrift, as well as a location in Diamond Beach, giving couples a few different coastal settings to consider.

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Samantha & Ralph’s Summer Wedding at Normandy Farms

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Sometimes the sweetest love stories begin in the most unexpected places. For Samantha and Ralph, theirs began right next door.

Sam’s family moved to Central New Jersey in 2020, and Ralph’s grandparents happened to be their next-door neighbors. After about a year of living next door, Ralph’s grandmother and Sam’s mom introduced the two of them. From there, their relationship grew into something more, and they spent the next few years building a life together.

Now Samantha and Ralph are officially married and beginning their next chapter together, and we had the absolute pleasure of capturing their big day.

Normandy Farms

Sam and Ralph toured four different venues while looking for the right place to get married. After seeing their options, they decided Normandy Farms was the perfect fit for their day.

With its beautiful grounds, historic architecture, and natural scenery, the venue offered a mix of classic architecture and outdoor settings that worked perfectly for their day. It also gave them a variety of backdrops for portraits while keeping everything in one location.

Their day at Normandy Farms included their first look, private vows, portraits, outdoor ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, allowing everything to flow naturally from one part of the celebration to the next.

Morning of

The morning began with Sam and Ralph getting ready separately, surrounded by their closest friends and family. Sam spent the morning with her three bridesmaids, while Ralph got ready alongside his three groomsmen. There was plenty of excitement and anticipation as everyone prepared for the celebration ahead.

Sam had a few meaningful details planned throughout the morning, including a special bracelet she gifted to her mom and engraved cufflinks she gave to her dad. She also carried a charm featuring her late grandparents on her bouquet, keeping their memory close throughout the day.

For Ralph, the morning included the traditional finishing touches as he got ready with his groomsmen, from helping with his bowtie and jacket to spending time together before the day officially began.

Both sides of the wedding party brought their own energy to the morning, creating plenty of candid moments before Sam and Ralph finally saw each other.

First Look & Private Vows

After getting ready, Sam and Ralph met for their first look in the Grand Garden at Normandy Farms. After spending the morning apart, they finally saw each other and took in the moment together.

They also shared their vows privately, creating a quiet and personal moment before moving into the rest of their portraits.

Portraits

After their first look and private vows, Sam and Ralph spent time taking portraits around the grounds of Normandy Farms. They wanted a mix of classic portraits and candid images, including romantic portraits with Sam’s veil flowing in the wind.

Their three bridesmaids and three groomsmen then joined them for wedding party portraits, followed by family portraits before the ceremony.

The ivory and gold color palette added an elegant touch to the portraits, while the candid moments kept the images feeling natural and personal.

Ceremony

With sunshine overhead, Sam and Ralph exchanged vows during a beautiful outdoor ceremony at Normandy Farms. Sam’s brother officiated the ceremony.

Family played a big part in the day, with most of the bridesmaids and groomsmen being family members. Sam’s brother also had another special role as the ring bearer, walking down the aisle alongside his nephew.

Surrounded by the people closest to them, Sam and Ralph officially became husband and wife during a heartfelt ceremony filled with happy tears and genuine emotion.

Cocktail Hour & Reception

Cocktail hour featured several personal touches from Sam and Ralph, including photos from throughout their relationship, customized napkins, a signature drink sign, and bowls filled with custom matchbooks. Instead of a traditional guest book, they had a perpetual calendar for guests to sign as a keepsake from the day.

The celebration continued in Normandy Farms’ Grand Ballroom, where their ivory and gold color palette created a classic setting with simple greenery throughout the room. Sam danced with her dad and grandmother, while Ralph danced with his mom and grandmother. Sam’s dad, Larry King, also gave a speech and toast.

Most importantly, Sam and Ralph wanted their reception to be a party where everyone could get on the dance floor and have a great time. By the end of the night, their family and friends had filled the dance floor, celebrating right alongside them.

It was such an honor to capture Sam and Ralph’s wedding day and all the moments that made it uniquely theirs.

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Samantha & Ralph's Vendor Team

Venue: Normandy Farms

Florist: Willow and Thistle

Entertainment: Screaming Broccoli

Makeup: Luxe looks by Lex

Hair: Top Knot Hair