This international couple adored their intimate botanical garden wedding at Hortus Botanicus in Amsterdam.
Botanical Garden Wedding
One of the most magical days of your life will be your wedding day. Getting the wedding venue right for your dream wedding is critical.
Thinking of an outdoor location in Amsterdam? I would love to suggest you take a look at the botanical gardens. The unique atmosphere with visual stunning sights might be the perfect backdrop.
Botanical Gardens in the Netherlands
There are several botanical gardens in the Netherlands. Some of the more famous ones are listed below.
Let dive right in with the Table of Contents.
Starting at Home
We started this wedding at the house of the bride and groom in Amsterdam. Surrounded by their family they were getting ready for the big wedding day.
A house filled with details
Wherever you looked, some sort of beautiful detail would arise. I love capturing the little things at wedding, since they tell so much about people.
The Groom and his Barber
The Taiwanese groom had a lovely hairstyle and mustache that needed some attention from a barber before the actual wedding started.
Whenever there is time to take a timeless portrait of the bride or groom I’ll take it!
Bride Getting Ready
The bride was getting ready together with her husband to be at their home in Amsterdam. A relaxed morning with their parents before leaving for the wedding ceremony.
Parents of the Groom Arriving
The parents of the groom arrived at their house. Climbing the typical Amsterdam stairs they had the first looks of their son.
The Parents
Two cultures meeting each other.
Arriving at Hortus Botanicus
Bride and groom arriving at the Hortus Botanicus in Amsterdam for their wedding ceremony, dinner and party.
Beautiful style at Hortus Botanicus
The Hortus Botanicus was the perfect place for this wedding with all it’s beautiful details. All sorts of flowers in the botanical garden and a menu that was styled to perfection.
Bridal Dress & Suit of the Groom
During the getting ready the bride and groom helped each other putting on their outfits. Putting on corsages and finishing up with family jewelry, they did everything together.
Bride & Groom Portraits
Some classical portraits of the bride and groom before their ceremony.
Bride and groom taking a walk in the Hortus Botanicus in Amsterdam.
Big Hugs
Guest celebrating and congratulating the bride and groom.
Wedding Reception Hortus Botanicus
The wedding reception was held in the courtyard of the palmtree greenhouse.
Small Wedding Ceremony
A small and intimate wedding ceremony with the bride and groom reading their vows right before dinner at Hortus Botanicus in Amsterdam.
Just Married & The Rings
The groom showing his wedding ring to the guests. Such a happy moment when people just got married. The smiles, the tears, it’s all real.
Outdoor Portraits Bride & Groom
The botanical gardens of the Hortus Botanicus are a perfect backdrop for some shots of the newlyweds. Finding the last light for some lovely wedding portraiture.
Classical Black & White Portrait
If possible I love to take one classical black & white portrait with my bride and grooms.
Bride & Groom take selfie with guests
When your best friends arrive at the wedding, you have to take a selfie together!
Groom up in the air
During family “formals” it’s always a pleasure to see things happen that are not anticipated. These will get you the best shots for sure.
Bride & Groom ready to party
At the end of the night we had some party time left. The dad of the groom was hitting the dancefloor like a pro!