Rachel and Sadie’s June wedding at Crystal Mountain Resort felt grounded, personal, and completely their own. They both got ready on site, spending the morning tucked away with their closest friends. The energy was calm and steady, the kind of slow build that makes everything feel intentional instead of rushed.

Their ceremony took place in the woods with just 35 guests. Surrounded by trees and the people who matter most, it felt quiet in the best way. Every expression, every squeeze of a hand, every tear felt real and unfiltered. The smaller guest count made it easy to stay present and connected, and you could feel how much it meant to have everyone gathered so closely around them.

After the ceremony, everyone moved up to the rooftop for the reception. The views, the early summer air, and the shift into celebration felt natural and easy. Toasts were heartfelt without being overly formal, and once the music started, the dance floor filled quickly. Rachel and Sadie’s wedding was simple in structure but rich in meaning, a June day centered on closeness, community, and celebrating in a way that felt true to them.

Aubrey Burman
Wedding Photographer 
Michigan, United States