Sam and Scott celebrated their love with a beautiful backyard wedding in the countryside. Surrounded by the stunning beauty of nature, family and friends, their special day was filled with love, laughter, and the simple pleasures of life.


The couple transformed their farm and barn into an enchanting wedding venue. Hand-painted wooden signs directed guests to different areas, adding a personalized touch to the farm's charm. The ceremony was held in front of a lovely pond, with a wooden platform serving as the central altar and lush greenery providing a beautiful backdrop. The exchange of vows was a heartfelt affair, and as the couple sealed their love with a kiss, guests cheered and tossed handfuls of confetti, creating a whimsical and joyful atmosphere.


At the reception in the barn, there were moving speeches, laughter, and happy tears as the speakers shared stories and good wishes for the newlyweds. A range of green hues and soft whites established the ambiance for the day. The tables were embellished with centerpieces brimming with fresh flowers. Fairy lights were strung across the barn, exuding a magical aura as twilight approached. With the DJ playing music and the barn lit up with colorful lights, the space transformed into a lively dance floor for an unforgettable party at night.


Sam and Scott's backyard wedding was the perfect blend of rustic charm, natural beauty, and heartfelt moments. With their friends and family celebrating their special day, it was a day where love blossomed like wildflowers and created memories that would be cherished forever.



A couple and their bridal during their backyard wedding photoshoot with Apertured Media Auckland Wedding Photographer

The couple and the bridal party during their photoshoot around the farm.

Group of friends enjoying drinks and conversation at outdoor gathering.
Friends socializing and drinking beers at outdoor patio table.
Dress shoes and casual attire on wooden deck during outdoor event.
Navy blue suit jacket hanging on tree branch outdoors.
Person stretching arms while getting ready in indoor space.
Person celebrating with arms raised in doorway of white house.
Person in white dress shirt buttoning up while getting ready indoors.
A person adjusts their light blue dress shirt while standing in a doorway with a window view.
People getting ready in a modern room with white walls and dark furniture.
Two people in white shirts help each other get dressed in a room with wooden decor.
Three people in white dress shirts interact playfully in a living room setting.
A bow tie being adjusted on someone wearing formal white attire.
People in formal attire enjoying drinks on an outdoor deck surrounded by trees.
Drinks and floral decorations arranged on a wooden table at an event.
Wedding guests gathered outdoors sharing drinks and conversation under trees.
A group walks along a wooden fence-lined path surrounded by greenery.
Someone in a white dress stands in a doorway holding a phone.
Wedding preparations taking place on the porch of a white craftsman style house with an orange ATV visible.
Wedding party gathered around an orange ATV outside a white house on a sunny day.
Wedding party walking along a sunny outdoor path carrying colorful bags and bouquets.
Two people walking down a gravel path with a quonset hut visible in the background.
Wedding celebration in a rustic venue with draped fabric ceiling and wooden bar setup.
People petting a black dog on a concrete path outside a rural building.
Wedding party emerging from a blue quonset hut carrying vibrant floral bouquets.
Wedding party in formal attire gathered near a rustic wooden gazebo.
Wedding photo session taking place at a rustic wooden gazebo in a garden setting.
Wedding ceremony moment captured at a rustic outdoor gazebo surrounded by greenery.
A couple during their first look at their backyard wedding with Apertured Media Auckland Wedding Photographer
Wedding couple embraces during an outdoor ceremony by a tranquil pond with attendants and guests looking on.
Elegant couple dances together during outdoor wedding celebration beside a serene lake.
Wedding party gathers under a rustic gazebo holding colorful floral bouquets.
Emotional moment shared between wedding party members during outdoor celebration.
Tender embrace shared during outdoor wedding celebration with pink floral bouquets.
Two wedding attendants share a lighthearted moment in formal attire outdoors.
Wedding party poses together outdoors wearing teal and silver dresses holding bouquets.
Bride holds vibrant pink and coral bouquet while smiling during outdoor wedding.
Wedding party gathers under wooden pavilion wearing elegant teal and silver dresses.
Wedding party stands together on grassy hillside surrounded by evergreen trees.
Wedding party members in suits share laughs and drinks on a sunny outdoor lawn.
Wedding party shares celebratory champagne toast on green lawn.
Wedding party poses together with raised arms celebrating outdoors.
Wedding party members in teal and grey attire pose for formal photo outdoors.
Wedding party celebrates with confetti shower in an outdoor garden setting.
Wedding party poses for group photo in informal arrangement among trees.
Bridal party in teal and grey dresses hold vibrant coral bouquets while laughing together.
Bridesmaids in teal and grey dresses raise colorful bouquets in celebration.
Close up of bridal party from behind holding pink and coral bouquets.
Bridal party in teal and grey dresses stands together on grassy field.
Wedding party members admire their colorful bouquets in natural outdoor setting.
Wedding party walks down a tree-lined path during an outdoor ceremony.
The bride and her bridesmaids posing for backyard wedding photoshoot with Apertured Media Auckland Wedding Photographer
Palm trees frame a distant view of wedding guests walking along a garden path.
Two attendants in elegant dresses hold pink and coral flower bouquets while walking together.
Attendants in teal and silver dresses carry vibrant floral bouquets near a wooden fence.
Wedding couple walks along a scenic path beside turquoise water.
Wedding party gathers outdoors for emotional moment during ceremony.
Wedding ceremony participants in formal attire stand together during outdoor service.
Outdoor wedding ceremony takes place on wooden deck surrounded by tall pine trees.
Tender moment shared during wedding ceremony in emerald green and white attire.
Joyful exchange during wedding ceremony beside serene pond with greenery.
Wedding ceremony takes place beside a tranquil turquoise lake surrounded by lush greenery.
Wedding ceremony exchange of rings beside a serene blue-green lake.
Intimate wedding ceremony moment as couple exchanges vows by turquoise waters.
First kiss as a couple during a backyard wedding photoshoot with Apertured Media Auckland Wedding Photographer
Joyful newlyweds celebrate after their ceremony by a stunning blue-green lagoon.
Newlyweds celebrate with raised arms on wooden deck overlooking turquoise waters.
Black and white photo captures newlyweds' joy during wedding recessional.
Wedding portrait in a forest setting with elegant floral bouquet.
Wedding couple sharing intimate moment with vibrant floral bouquet.
Wedding couple in forest with emerald suit and pink bouquet.
Couple shares intimate moment in outdoor wedding photos with vibrant pink bouquet and emerald suit.
Romantic wedding portrait with emerald suit and pink floral bouquet in outdoor garden setting.
Wedding couple walking through a green field with colorful bouquet.
Newlyweds walk hand in hand along tree-lined path celebrating their marriage.
A scenic mountain path leads to a small building surrounded by pine trees on a sunny day.
Guests gather outside a quonset hut venue for a rustic outdoor celebration.
Wooden storage box with Stumpy's logo branding on the side.
Wood-fired pizza oven with red brick exterior in a rustic kitchen setting.
Fresh pizzas with melted cheese on wooden serving boards.
Black and white reception photo showing guests celebrating at outdoor wedding.
Couple cuts wedding desserts at modern reception with wood paneled walls.
Wedding reception venue with draped fabric ceiling and wooden dance floor.
A tender emotional moment shared between three people embracing in a wooden room during a celebration.
Two people share a warm embrace in a rustic wooden interior space.
Two people hugging and sharing a drink in a wooden-paneled room.
People sharing an emotional moment during a celebration in a rustic interior.
Two people embrace while another person watches from the side in a wooden interior.
People sharing emotional embraces during a celebration in a rustic venue.
Three people sharing an intimate moment during a celebration in a wooden interior.
Two people in white dresses embrace emotionally during a celebration.
Wedding reception guests cheer with raised arms in modern venue with wood panels.
Black and white photo of performers singing on stage at an event.
Event lighting rig and sound equipment mounted above white railing at venue.
Wedding reception dance party with colorful LED lights and white fabric ceiling decorations.
Wedding guests dancing under colorful neon lights and white draping at indoor reception.
Wedding reception venue decorated with white drapery and colorful LED light installations.
Wedding celebration with guests dancing under modern LED lighting and white ceiling drapes.
Guests dancing at wedding reception under dramatic LED light installations and white draping.
Lively wedding dance floor with colorful light trails and white ceiling decorations.
Wedding guests dancing and celebrating under illuminated ceiling decorations.
Wedding reception dance party with guests celebrating under neon ceiling lights.
Reception guests dance beneath vibrant LED light trails in a wooden-beamed venue space.
Wedding party dances under colorful neon lights at a rustic indoor venue during reception celebration.
Dancers celebrate under swirling multicolored neon lights at an indoor wedding reception.

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Photography: @apertured.media

Venue: McFarlane’s

Celebrant: Lisa Sami

Food: @stumpyspizzanz

Music: @edwinjuddmusic

Flowers: @poppyinapril

Dress: @shonajoy

Suit: @suitup_nz

Furniture: @loveclubhire


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