A family farm, custom-branded cowboy hats, Italian-inspired details, and a sunset over the Adirondack foothills. Adisyn and Liam’s wedding was a celebration of everything that makes their story uniquely theirs.


Some wedding days feel like stepping into someone else’s world for a little while. Adisyn and Liam’s wedding was exactly that—in the best possible way.


On a beautiful September afternoon, family and friends gathered at their private estate in Ellenburg Center, New York, for a wedding that felt less like a traditional venue celebration and more like being welcomed into the couple’s life. There were cowboy boots, custom hats, a sprawling reception tent, hay bales, a mechanical bull, and plenty of room for everyone to celebrate together.


But underneath all the Western flair was something even more meaningful: a couple who chose to celebrate their marriage in the place that means so much to them, surrounded by the people who helped make it home.

Bearded groom in a tan suit with a floral boutonniere stands on a grassy farm field with cows and a blue barn behind him.
White and blue farm barn with an American flag, a tall stone silo, and a welcome sign on a green lawn under a blue sky.
Black and white cowboy hats with autumn leaf and feather accents resting on a lace wedding veil spread across green grass.
Bride in a lace wedding gown and groom in a tan suit hide their kiss behind cowboy hats in a green field.

A Wedding Rooted in Home


Adisyn and Liam could have chosen just about anywhere to get married. Instead, they brought everyone to the family farm.


The property is more than a scenic backdrop. It's part of their everyday lives, complete with livestock, open fields, and wind turbines that reflect the farm's participation in renewable energy. It is a place where family traditions run deep, friendships grow over years of shared adventures, and life moves at its own pace.


For Adisyn, who has a lifelong love of horses, celebrating on the farm felt especially fitting. I'd first met her several years earlier when she rode her horse onto frozen Mirror Lake during the opening ceremonies of the Empire State Winter Games. That same adventurous spirit was woven throughout her wedding day.


The celebration took place on the highest point in Clinton County, giving the property a sense of openness that was perfect for a September wedding. The ceremony overlooked the field, while a massive reception tent welcomed guests for dinner, dancing, and a few surprises along the way.


Rather than transforming the property into something it wasn't, Adisyn and Liam leaned into what made it special. Family helped bring their vision to life, from the handmade ceremony arbor to the carefully considered reception details.


The result was a wedding that felt entirely their own.

Barefoot bride in a white gown and groom in a brown suit walk hand in hand across a green pasture with goats and cows nearby.
Outdoor wedding ceremony arch draped in burgundy fabric with pampas grass and mums, set on a lawn before a large white event tent.
Rustic wooden welcome arch with a Gordy's sign, pampas grass florals, wagon wheel and cowhide rug in a field with wind turbines.
Groom in a gray suit carries his smiling bride in a white lace gown through an outdoor rustic wedding as guests in cowboy hats watch.
Bride and groom pose outdoors with bridesmaids in teal dresses raising bouquets and groomsmen in tan suits seated on the grass.

Western Style with a Little Italian Flair



If there was one thing Adisyn and Liam's guests understood, it was the assignment.


Cowboy hats and boots were everywhere, and Adisyn was thrilled to see so many friends and family members embrace the Western dress code. The atmosphere was relaxed and festive, with everyone arriving ready to celebrate.


Adisyn and Liam brought their own personal touches to the look, too. Liam's Western style paired naturally with Adisyn's striking teal boots, a nod to the Italian-inspired details she wanted to weave into the day.

That combination of Western character and Italian influence made the aesthetic feel personal rather than themed. Earthy browns and tans, deep teal, and warm autumn tones complemented the landscape, while thoughtful details connected the celebration to the couple's shared identity.


Their custom A&L hats were especially meaningful. More than an accessory, the new brand represented the life they are building together—a tangible symbol of becoming a family and establishing something that belongs to them.


And then there was the hide.


The couple was excited about the rawhide element of their branding, adding another layer of Western character to a day already filled with personal details. During the celebration, the brand was brought to life in a moment that made the idea feel real, not just something they'd designed ahead of time.


It's the kind of detail I love photographing: something that looks great in a picture but means even more to the people in it.


Two smiling children in black cowboy hats pose on the grass by a silo, a girl in a denim jacket and a boy in a tan suit.
Three groomsmen in tan suits, orange ties and cowboy hats pose on green grass in front of a rustic silo and blue barn.
Groom in a tan suit and black cowboy hat stands on grass beside a weathered silo and blue barn, wearing a floral boutonniere.
Bride in a flowing white lace wedding gown holds a cream boho hat with orange ribbon and feathers while standing on green grass.
A bearded man in a straw cowboy hat and sunglasses poses with a boy in a black cowboy hat on a grassy field.
A smiling family in cowboy hats poses outdoors on a grassy field, with a woman in a floral dress holding a baby beside a bearded man.
Group of five people in western wear and cowboy hats walking across a grassy field with parked cars and trees in the background.
Smiling couple in cowboy hats and sunglasses hold drinks while posing together at an outdoor event in a grassy field.
Smiling couple pose outdoors in a field with autumn trees, he in a black shirt and belt buckle, she in a green dress and cowboy hat.
Bearded man in a tan blazer and cowboy hat and smiling woman in a denim jacket and sunglasses hold drinks outdoors at a country gathering.
Two men in cowboy hats sit on hay bale seating at an outdoor western ceremony while guests gather behind them under white tents.
Two smiling men in cowboy hats and western-style attire pose together outdoors at a wedding, with autumn trees and guests behind them.
Groom in a tan suit holds a black cowboy hat with initials while a bride in a white wedding gown stands blurred on the grass behind him.
Smiling bride in a lace wedding dress and groom in a brown suit raise white and black cowboy hats in a grassy field with trees.
Rustic wedding sweetheart table on hay bales with pampas grass, pumpkins and a cowhide backdrop reading Gorby, set under a tent.
Gloved hand holds a branding iron over a framed Gorby sign on cowhide, marked Est. 9-26-26, in a rustic western wedding ceremony.
Smiling bride and groom hold a framed Gorby wedding sign dated 9-26-26 under a rustic wooden arch with floral decor.
Couple smiling behind a large sheet cake covered in lit candles at a rustic party with a neon horseshoe sign and cowboy hats on the table.
Laughing bride in a white dress and groom in a gray suit playfully smear cake at their wedding reception beside a strawberry-topped cake.
Smiling couple poses behind a large white wedding cake topped with red candles beside a neon horseshoe sign, with cowboy hats on the table.
Smiling couple in denim and western wear pose together in a grassy field, the man in a brown hat and sunglasses, with a person behind them.
Smiling couple in matching brown cowboy hats, he in a rust blazer and she in a velvet dress, posing outdoors among autumn trees.
Four people in western wear, including cowboy hats and a blue dress, pose in a grassy field near a white tent and wind turbine.
Smiling couple in cowboy hats and boots stand arm in arm on a grassy field near red mums, a white event tent and wind turbines.

The First Look and Private Vows


Before the guests arrived at the ceremony, Adisyn and Liam shared a first look with their goats as witnesses.


With the anticipation of the day building around them, this was a chance to slow down and be together before stepping into the celebration. After seeing one another, they exchanged private vows, creating a quieter moment amid a wedding day full of energy and activity.


I always appreciate when couples make room for moments like these. A wedding day can move quickly, especially when you're hosting a large gathering of family and friends. Having a few minutes to connect privately gives the day a different kind of rhythm.


Their first look also gave us time for portraits with their wedding party and family before the ceremony, leaving more space for them to enjoy the reception later.

Smiling groom in a brown tweed suit with a dried floral boutonniere holds a black cowboy hat in a grassy field with a farm silo behind.
Five curious goats stand behind a wire fence in a green pasture with a silo and trees in the background.
Woman in a white dress kneels on green grass, reaching through a wire fence to pet curious goats on a sunny farm.
Bride in a long white gown and groom in a olive suit stand apart in a grassy field with a farmhouse, silo and cloudy sky behind them.
Smiling groom in a tan suit holds a black hat beside a goat pen on a farm while a bride in a white gown faces him.
Smiling bride in a white lace wedding gown faces a groom in a brown tweed suit holding a hat during an outdoor first look.
Black and white cowboy hats with feather and floral accents rest on a white lace veil spread across green grass.
Bride in a lace gown and groom in a brown suit hold hands and read vows in a grassy farm field with a cow and fence behind them.
Bride's hand holding an open wedding vow book with gold mountain design and the title Her Vows, wearing turquoise and silver rings.
Bride in a lace wedding gown and groom in a brown suit exchange vows in a grassy farm field as cows graze behind a fence.
A man in a tweed suit reads from a brown vows booklet while holding hands with his partner during a wedding ceremony.
Brown cow with floppy ears stands in a green grassy pasture while a dark cow grazes in the background under a cloudy sky.
Bride in a white gown and groom in a tan suit walk barefoot hand in hand across a grassy field with goats and sheep grazing nearby.
Smiling bearded groom in a brown suit with a floral boutonniere holds hands with his bride during an outdoor wedding ceremony.
Bride in a lace wedding dress and groom in a tan suit hide their faces behind cowboy hats while kissing in a grassy field.

A Ceremony in the Middle of the Field


At 4 p.m., guests gathered at the southern end of the field for the ceremony.


The setting was simple in the best sense of the word: open land, the surrounding countryside, and a handmade arbor created by a family member. The farm itself provided the backdrop, with the landscape stretching beyond the ceremony space.


There was something fitting about exchanging vows right there, in the middle of the property that has been part of their lives. No grand ballroom or elaborate backdrop was needed. The setting already told a story.


And because family was at the heart of the entire celebration, the handmade details carried extra meaning. The arbor wasn't simply a decoration. It was another example of the people closest to Adisyn and Liam contributing to a day they would remember for the rest of their lives.


After the ceremony, guests made their way into cocktail hour while the couple enjoyed the start of the next chapter of the celebration.

Bride and groom raise their arms in celebration at an outdoor farm wedding ceremony, with groomsmen, bridesmaids and guests on hay bales.
Rustic wooden Corby's sign arch with pampas grass florals, wagon wheel and cowhide rug in a grassy field, styled for a western-themed event.

A Reception Built for a Proper Celebration


If the ceremony reflected the heart of the day, the reception showed off its personality.


The reception tent was enormous, with multiple peaks creating a dramatic space for dinner and dancing. A connected cocktail tent gave guests room to mingle before everyone gathered for the evening's festivities.


Inside, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. Hay bales topped with wooden planks added to the rustic Western feel, while the rich colors and open layout made the space feel like an extension of the farm.


The evening began with Adisyn and Liam's first dance, followed by parent dances and a chance for family and friends to gather for portraits. Dinner was served buffet-style, keeping the atmosphere relaxed and giving everyone a chance to settle in and enjoy the evening.


Then came the toasts.


Stories about friendships, camping trips, practical jokes, and years of shared adventures brought plenty of personality to the room. The speeches offered a glimpse into the relationships that have shaped Liam's life and the friendships that continue to be part of it.


Those connections were easy to see throughout the day. Liam's close friendships with his coworkers, the involvement of extended family, and the number of relatives gathered to celebrate made this feel like a true family affair.


With more than a few hundred guests expected, there was no shortage of people ready to celebrate the newlyweds.

Large white event tent with arched windows on a grassy field, with a wind turbine, autumn trees and colorful mums in the foreground.
Rustic fall wedding photo backdrop with a Gorby sign, hay bale display, pumpkins, wheat stalks and framed photo inside a white tent.
Rustic wooden wedding seating chart with horseshoe table cards beside fall mums and pampas grass in front of a white tent.
Smiling bearded groom in a tan suit and floral boutonniere embraces a bride with a long braided hairstyle during a wedding dance.
Smiling couple sits at a rustic wedding head table with floral centerpieces and a Gorby family name banner behind them.
Bride in a white lace gown and groom in a gray suit share a first dance on a wooden dance floor under a wedding tent as guests look on.
Smiling bride in a lace gown embraces a bearded groom in a brown jacket at an outdoor rustic wedding reception.
A bride in a lace gown dances with a man in a tan suit and cowboy hat while wedding guests watch from a tented reception.
Bride in a fitted lace wedding dress dances with a man in a cowboy hat under a tent with western Gorby rustic decor.
A smiling woman dances closely with a bearded man in a tan suit and floral boutonniere at a rustic tented wedding reception.
A groom in a gray suit hugs a woman with long blonde hair during a tented wedding reception with rustic decor and pumpkins.
Bride in a white gown speaks into a microphone at a rustic tent wedding reception with guests seated and a Gorby sign behind her.
Wedding guests seated at tables under a tent, with one woman in a brown dress wiping her eyes while another in teal comforts her.
Wedding guests in tan suits and brown hats applaud and smile while seated under a tent with string lights.
Wedding guests seated at tables under a large white tent listen as a woman in a white dress speaks during a rustic outdoor reception.
Wedding guests gather around a rustic fall-themed table with pumpkins, hay bales and a Corby sign backdrop inside a white reception tent.
Emotional bride wipes a tear beside her smiling groom at a rustic wedding reception table with pumpkins, a cowboy hat and wooden letters.
Smiling bride and groom seated at a rustic sweetheart table with a cowboy hat, pumpkins, wooden letters, and a metal ice bucket.
Guests in cowboy hats raise glasses in a toast at a festive banquet under a large white tent, with a number 22 sign on the table.
A groomsman in a tan suit speaks into a microphone beside a framed Gorby sign and pumpkins at a rustic wedding reception.
Man in a tan suit and cowboy hat speaks into a microphone while reading notes to seated guests at a tented wedding reception.
Man in a tan suit and cowboy hat gives a toast at a rustic tent wedding reception with pumpkins and wheat decor as guests watch.

A Little Italian Tradition, Adirondack Sunset Included


As the evening approached, we kept an eye on the changing light.

September sunsets have a way of transforming the landscape, and this one did not disappoint. When the sky began to turn a soft cotton-candy pink, we tapped Adisyn and Liam on the shoulder and invited them outside for a few sunset portraits.


Their guests cheered as they stepped away from the reception, and the couple took in the view together. The wind turbines turned in the distance, the sky shifted through warm pastel colors, and for a few minutes, the energy of the reception gave way to something quieter.


It was one of my favorite moments of the day.


There was no elaborate production or complicated plan. Just the two of them, the landscape they love, and a little encouragement to step outside before the light disappeared.


Adisyn and Liam also brought an Italian-inspired touch to their cake cutting. Rather than treating it as just another reception tradition, they incorporated candles into the moment, creating a playful, romantic detail that tied back to the Italian influence woven throughout the wedding.


It's a reminder that the best wedding details don't have to fit neatly into one category. They can reflect different parts of a couple's lives and come together in a way that feels entirely natural.

Smiling bride in a white lace wedding dress stands in a grassy field at sunset while a bearded groom in a black cowboy hat tips his brim.
Bride in a lace mermaid gown and cowboy hat stands in a field at sunset as the groom in a western hat watches behind.
Smiling bride in a white lace dress and cowboy hat embraces a groom in a brown suit and black cowboy hat at sunset in a field.
Smiling bride in a wide-brimmed white hat laughs joyfully under a sheer veil while looking up at a bearded groom in a tweed jacket.

The Mechanical Bull, the Golf Cart, and Everything In Between


Of course, no Western wedding on a family farm would be complete without a little adventure.


Adisyn and Liam brought in a mechanical bull, giving guests another way to get in on the fun. And as the evening continued, the newlyweds climbed on together for a ride of their own.


It was exactly the kind of moment that made the wedding feel like them: a little unexpected, a little wild, and surrounded by people who were happy to cheer them on.


The golf cart made another appearance, too.


For Adisyn and Liam, getting around in golf carts and side-by-sides is simply part of life on the farm. A ride together toward the end of the reception felt less like a staged wedding exit and more like the natural conclusion to a day spent celebrating at home.


Those moments are a big part of why I love documenting weddings at private estates and family properties. The setting allows couples to incorporate the things they genuinely enjoy, rather than fitting their personalities into a predetermined venue experience.


And at Adisyn and Liam's private estate, there was room for all of it: meaningful family traditions, thoughtful design, a sunset worth stepping away for, and a mechanical bull waiting for its next rider.

Man in a cowboy hat swinging a lasso in a grassy field at night with a wind turbine and starry sky behind him.
Illuminated white wedding tent glowing under a starry night sky, with lantern-lit pathways and wind turbines in the background.
Bride in white dress and cowboy hat and groom in tan suit and black hat laugh together while riding a mechanical bull at their wedding.
Smiling couple in formal wedding attire ride a golf cart at night, the woman holding a drink while the bearded man drives.

A Celebration That Felt Like Adisyn and Liam


Looking back, what stands out most about Adisyn and Liam's wedding isn't any single detail.


It's how naturally everything came together.


The Western style reflected their personalities. The custom A&L branding represented the life they are building together. The handmade details spoke to their family's involvement. The farm gave the entire celebration a sense of place, and the sunset offered a quiet reminder to pause and enjoy it all.


From the first look to the last hours of the reception, the day was filled with the kind of moments that can't be manufactured. They happen when couples are surrounded by their people, celebrating in a place that feels like home.


Adisyn and Liam, thank you for welcoming us into your celebration and giving us the chance to document a wedding with so much character, heart, and personality.


Here's to a lifetime of adventures together—and to always making room for a little fun along the way.


Planning a wedding in the Adirondacks?

If you're dreaming of a celebration that feels like you, whether that's an intimate gathering at a lakeside lodge or a full-scale celebration on your own private estate, I'd love to hear what you're planning.



I photograph weddings throughout Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, and the greater Adirondack region, focusing on genuine moments, thoughtful details, and the people who make your day what it is.


Bride in a lace wedding gown and groom in a tan suit, both in cowboy hats, pose with a photographer on a grassy field near white tents.

Vendor Team | Lake Placid Wedding Professionals


Planning a wedding is always a collaborative effort, and this incredible team helped bring Adisyn and Liam’s vision to life:

  • Photography: @JordanCraigMedia
  • Day-of Decor: Smith Family and by the Bride and Family
  • DJ: Kevin Flash
  • Florals: Bride’s Family
  • Cake: Guerin’s Homestead Produce and Bakery
  • Rawhide: Lethal Creek Laser Works