Wedding at the Auberge Le Baluchon – A + N
Alexandra and Nicolas' wedding took place at Auberge Le Baluchon last September. The Auberge is located in Saint-Paulin, not far from Trois-Rivières, if you don't know it. Alexandra contacted me more than a year in advance to make sure I was available for her wedding and I was happy to be. Since fall is a beautiful time to celebrate your wedding, there are dates that always fly away very quickly! And the season is always busy. Getting married at Auberge le Baluchon has the advantage of doing everything in the same place: the preparation, the ceremony and the reception. Plus, it's huge and full of places to take pictures.
When I arrived, I went to join Alexandra in her room to photograph her accessories. That is to say: her wedding dress, her shoes, the wedding invitation, the rings and the flowers. Since Nicolas' room was 10 steps from hers, I alternated between the two. Because even if we plan to the minute, there are always unexpected things that happen. And the advantage of getting ready near each other is that if, for example, a groomsman is missing to get dressed, I can keep myself busy while going back to see the girls.
First Look, family photos and procession at the Auberge Le Baluchon
The bride and groom wanted to see each other before the official ceremony, for a "First Look". This little intimate moment where the bride and groom can share their happiness and excitement alone together. A little before being reunited in front of all their guests. Nicolas was speechless when he saw his beautiful when he turned around to look at her. It was so cute and funny at the same time to see them together. Among other things, we had planned to take family and procession photos. Since the bride and groom wanted them all to enjoy the cocktail after the ceremony.
As parents of two fairly young children, it was a bit of a challenge to get a good photo where all 4 were looking at the camera.
The outdoor ceremony at the Auberge le Baluchon
Celebrated by the bride's sister, the ceremony was just like them: funny and touching. All while not taking itself seriously. The bride and groom's son arrived with the rings, running for his life! He made all the guests laugh by eagerly giving the small chest containing the wedding rings to his dad. And then, I want to point out that the temperature was perfect for an outdoor ceremony! In addition, the leaves on the trees had already started to change color.
After the ceremony, we took a little time to take the couple photos. We had the challenge that the sun sets quickly at this time of year and then we wanted to take advantage of the beautiful light. So we rushed to walk ultra quickly to the bottom of the falls to have this magnificent landscape in photo. Besides, it was worth it, it was spectacular! I will always remember this moment!
Wedding reception at the Auberge le Baluchon
The evening went by quickly, the part where I was there anyway! Indeed, there were several speeches, games and dancing. The meal of several courses was really delicious and I also loved the room as well as the decoration that the bride and groom did there. They had everything set up the same morning because the day before, the room was occupied for a corpo!
The part I found the most moving was the first dance with the parents of the bride and groom. As they were dancing, the music continued but with Nicolas and Alexandra's voices over it. They were saying how much they loved their parents and were grateful to them, for everything they had done since they were children. I found it so touching that I became teary-eyed, like most of the guests. The bride and groom have their hearts in the right place and it shows!
Finally, did you like Alexandra and Nicolas' wedding at Auberge le Baluchon? Go take a look at my wedding portfolio to see more: WEDDING PORTFOLIO.
