50 Photo Ideas for Your Outdoor Wedding
'Tis the season of the outdoor wedding. If you’re lusting for Mother Nature this wedding spell, you’re not alone. From rippling lakes and dense woodlands to rolling hills and striking mountain views, we’re in a bit of a tizzy over these stunning settings. Whether you’re throwing a bash in the cozy confines of your backyard or traipsing off to the Alps for a destination affair, you’re sure to find some inspiration in these natural photos. If you’re not considering an outdoor wedding yet, you will be.
By: Hillary Hoffower
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The Golden Hour -162916
Capture your loving moments in the golden hour for an amber romance effect.
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Photo Credit: Danelle Bohane
Countryside Whimsy
This countryside walk through the fields glows in a way that’s both whimsical and ethereal.
Photo Credit: Vellum Studios
In the Trees
A tree’s blurred foliage and branches make the perfect frame, allowing for a peek at a tender moment.
Photo Credit: Stephanie Sunderland Photography
Dirt Road
This sweet couple embarks down the road to a loving marriage in this garden affair.
Photo Credit: Marianne Wilson Photography
Desert Life
From ravishing cacti to a blush ruffled ballgown beauty, this shot is nothing but trendy. A desert has never looked so good.
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Photo Credit: Gaby J Photography
Clifftop
You can’t get a more daring photo than this clifftop wedding at Yosemite, where the couple tied the knot at the edge of a 1,000-foot drop.
Photo Credit: Samantha Smith Arroyo
Cliffside
These winding cliffs over Muir Beach in Northern California aren’t for the faint of heart — but they are for the brave couple who wants an amazing portrait like this one.
Photo Credit: Kris Holland Photography
Cherry Blossoms
A cherry blossom tree adds a feminine and romantic frame to any photo.
Photo Credit: Rebecca Yale Photography
Campground Wedding
With a trickling turquoise river and deep-hued evergreens, this image is all earthy goodness.
Photo Credit: Phil Chester
Bridge
The expanse of the surrounding wildlife of the Costa Rican rainforest gives weight to the couple’s moment of unity and peace.
Photo Credit: Margaux Gamble for Comfort Studio
Love Boat
Taken in Monetengro’s romantic countryside, this image surely rowed its way into our hearts. A glassy lake, lush mountains, and love boat send-off with the newlywed couple is straight out of a fairy tale.
Photo Credit: Nice Photography
Landscape Views
We love a couple who can’t take their gaze off one another to even take in a striking view like this Rocky Mountain landscape.
Photo Credit: Nordica Photography
Lakeside
With a picturesque setting like this, don't need any extra décor.
Photo Credit: Abby Plus Dave Photographers
Lake Love
Stolen moments on a lake are captured in a radiant glow of orange, purple, and green.
Photo Credit: Concept Photography
Island Forest
While this glamorous shot looks like it’s straight from the pages of a fashion magazine, it’s actually from the abundant arms of a Hawaiian forest.
Photo Credit: June Photography
Into the Sun
Sunlight creeping through the shadows of the trees symbolizes the brighter future these newlyweds are heading toward together.
Photo Credit: Studio Impressions
Hay Bales
Cozy moments behind hay bales on a neverending stretch of meadow are befitting for the rustic bride.
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Photo Credit: Peter & Veronika
Grassy Times
Lounging and laughing in the grasses emits all carefree innocence.
Photo Credit: Sandra Aberg Photography
Gorgeous Skies
Any bohemian bride would dream of a backdrop like this one. With pastel skies mirroring the landscape below it, this portrait looks like it was painted with watercolors.
Photo Credit: Steve Stanton Photography
Garden Delights
This couple nails frolicking in a garden.
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Photo Credit: Concept Photography
Fields of Fun
Who said overgrown fields weren’t beautiful? This couple’s romp into the wild looks like pure joy.
Photo Credit: Concept Photography
Enchanted Forest
Someone call a fairy godmother — we wish for our wedding photos to look as magical as this prince and princess in their enchanted forest.
Photo Credit: Kristen Booth
Riverbeds
We love how this Big Sur wedding photo captures the trust between these adventurous newlyweds as they guide each other through a rocky riverbed.
Photo Credit: Ryan Flynn Photography
River
A woodland river like this Alaskan setting shows off Mother Nature’s elegance.
Photo Credit: Erica Rose Photography
Reflections
We’re seeing double in this stunning reflection, mirroring not just the beauty of nature but that of the embrace between bride and groom.
Photo Credit: Steve Gerrard Photography
Rainy Day
How cute are these umbrellas? This adorable couple knows how to make the most of a rainy day wedding.
Photo Credit: K&K Photography
Quiet Woods
Swoon — this couple displays their affection for one another in an intimate, secluded woodsy spot.
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Photo Credit: Richard Grainger
Picnic for Two
A one-on-one picnic popping the bubbly is a sweet, intimate celebration.
Photo Credit: Sawyer Baird
Pastures
This farm chic shot captures the intensity of the setting sun.
Photo Credit: Connection Photography
Palm Trees
Tropical Maui’s vibrant palm trees make the perfect archway for this loving couple.
Photo Credit: Caitlin Cathey Photography
On the Farm
This rustic and darling farm setting is every country bride’s dream.
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Photo Credit: Elizabeth Davis Photography
On the Docks
A kiss on the docks makes for a perfect summer solstice photo full of natural beauty.
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Photo Credit: Concept Photography
Nature's Scenery
From sky to mountains to water, this incredible shot taken in Vail, Colorado is rich in color and nature.
Photo Credit: Daylene Wilson Photographic
Nature Parks
Leafy greenery, a still pond, and wide stone steps are just magic. It’s as if the groom is helping the bride step into her wedding wonderland.
Photo Credit: Sawyer Baird
Natural Sunlight
Natural, golden sunlights casts an ethereal glow on this bohemian couple.
Photo Credit: Katelyn Shanice
Mountain Clearing
Candid moments in a mountain clearing make for some jaw-dropping photos.
Photo Credit: Brooke Schultz Photography
Meadow
A serene grassy backyard meadow is perfect for the festival-loving couple.
Photo Credit: Jean-Laurent Gaudy
Woodlands
A ray of sunshine slicing through the forest trees illuminates this lovestruck couple in pure enchantment.
Photo Credit: Connection Photography
Waterfalls
We can’t decide what’s more captivating — the devoted look exchanged between bride and groom or the rushing Icelandic waterfall behind them.
Photo Credit: Sara Byrne
Tunnel View
A grove of trees and bit of perspective brings a whole new meaning to tunnel vision. This couple is truly the light at the end of the tunnel.
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Photo Credit: Tyler Branch Photo
Tangled Trunks
Land meets sea in this beautiful juxtaposition. Get resourceful like this couple and use nature as a prop for a creative shot.
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Photo Credit: Nadia Meli
Swing, Swing
Bring out your inner child with some playtime on the swings.
Photo Credit: Happy Everything Co.
Sunburst
Bushy trees, rocky boulders, and a grassy slope are lit up with a sunburst, which catches the bride and groom during their finest moment.
Photo Credit: Connection Photography
Stone Wall
Dense foliage and a stone wall has a romantic, old-world feel.
Photo Credit: Archetype Studio Inc.
Ski Lift
How creative is this couple? This sky-high view of St. Moritz in Switzerland shows nature at its absolute finest.
Photo Credit: Sandra Aberg Photography
Rustic Beauty
This doting couple brings a touch of glam to a rustic Montana landscape.
Photo Credit: Green Door Photography
Rolling Hills
You can’t get a more breathtaking backdrop than the rolling green hills of a Tuscan villa.
Photo Credit: Winsome + Wright Photography Co.
Rocky Mountains
The grass isn’t always greener; more northern locations with a lingering chill in the air make for just as gorgeous backdrops.
Photo Credit: Irving Photography
