Me: I am going to catch up on SO MANY blog posts during quarantine!
Also Me: Posts six blog posts in four months.
Not going to lie: Being at home nonstop with three kids + a husband + two fluffy pups doesn’t leave me with a whole lot to say because I’m chatting nonstop with someone all day, every day. Spending so much time with my kids is a freaking dream but, as all other virtual school moms will tell you, it’s also all kinds of chaos and I officially know more about video games than I ever thought I would in my entire life. Ha!
But! Today!! I’m making it a point to chat here and I’m so excited to share a little mini venue guide for all of the brides and grooms out there who are looking for a whole lot of greenery in Northwest Arkansas. This list is not a comprehensive list in the slightest (we have amazing venues here!) but every venue on this list works well for large wedding and for small, intimate weddings that are perfect for 2020. There’s so many wedding venues in Northwest Arkansas to choose from and I hope this gives y’all a great place to start!
The Garden Room | Garden Room Blog Posts
Every wedding we’ve ever had at The Garden Room is a total dream. The canopy of greenery spilling all over the sky, the rustle of the leaves, the feeling of being tucked away on Fayetteville’s busiest street – all of these things lead to the most magical feeling. It’s such a beautiful space!
Fairlane Station | Fairlane Station Blog Posts
With tons of ivy, lush potted plants, and the prettiest walls, Fairlane Station is gorgeous! We’ve shot several weddings here over the years and the greenery just gets better and better – love the way it twists and twines all over the fence + light strands! This venue is the perfect mix between urban and nature and we adore it!
Cooper Chapel | Cooper Chapel Blog Posts
If you’re a bride in Northwest Arkansas, you’ve heard of Cooper Chapel! Living in a state with three stunning glass chapels, it can be easy to forget how unique these venues are but, y’all, they are KILLER! Living in Fayetteville, Cooper Chapel is my fave and I can promise you that, if you hold your wedding here, it will be gorgeous! Want your wedding to feel even more magical? Hope for rain! Some of the most romantic weddings we’ve ever had took place in Cooper Chapel as the rain came down with greenery all around.
Crystal Bridges | Crystal Bridges Blog Posts
Crystal Bridges has so much amazing art and so many gorgeous trails but did you know that you can get married in the woods? You can and it’s gorgeous!! As someone who loves greenery and the outdoors, this tucked away spot in Bentonville is a total dream for a small ceremony or elopement. Going for a bigger celebration? Get married outside and bring the party inside!
St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable | St. Catherine’s Blog Posts
And last but not least! St. Catherine’s is straight out of a fairy tale! Covered in ivy and full of the most romantic details, St. Catherine’s has always been one of my favorite venues. It’s so gorgeous that couples travel from all over to get married here and it’s the perfect spot for both simple and elaborate wedding ceremonies. Check them out and told them I sent you! Their owners are the sweetest in the business!
Crossing my fingers this helps some of the brides + grooms out there! We have so many rad venue options in Northwest Arkansas and this is just the tip of the iceberg for all y’all who love greenery. Congrats!!
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Based in Fayetteville, Lissa Chandler is a traveling portrait and wedding photographer who shoots all over the US. Additionally, she is the co-founder and owner of Opal and June and the creator + instructor of The Hue of You, an online (and rad!) four week editing course offered through Click Photo School.
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