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Ancaster Mill Fall Wedding Fairytale | The Governor’s Room

A bride and groom embrace in front of a waterfall at Ancaster Mill

As a Hamilton wedding photographer, I can’t wait to hear the couple’s love stories, and their vision for the wedding day.

When I first met Natalia and Richard to learn more about their Ancaster Mill Wedding, not only did we share the same name with the bride, but our connection went beyond that. Natalia emanated a calm and positive personality, coupled with a love for organic, natural wedding photography. When they chose me to capture their engagement and wedding day, I couldn’t have been more thrilled. What made it even more exciting, was the backdrop for their wedding celebration: Ancaster Mill, one of my favourite wedding venues in Hamilton.

The First Look | Ancaster Town Hall Gazebo 

The wedding day of Natalia & Richard was warm and sunny, casting a golden glow, and making surrounding fall leaves even more vivid and vibrant.  The Ancaster Town Hall Gazebo provided a beautiful setting for their first look, surrounded by leaves painted in the rich hues of fall.

A church in the fall with trees and a flag.
A man in a suit.
A bride and groom walking down the street.
A black and white photo of a bride hugging her mother.
A bride and groom walking in front of a of Ancaster Town Hall
A bride and groom standing in front of a stone wall.
A bride and groom first look standing in front of Ancaster Town Hall
A bride and groom looking at each other in the grass Ancaster Town Hall
A bride and groom hugging in the fall.
A bride and groom pose for a photo in front of a mansion.

Wedding Ceremony | The Miller’s Chapel, Ancaster Mill

Natalia and Richard got married at the Miller’s Chapel at Ancaster Mill. Besides sharing personal vows, they added a unique touch to their ceremony. The couple performed a Tree Unity Ceremony, symbolizing the roots of their relationship growing stronger over time.

A stone building with a clock on it.
A mirror with the words welcome to our beginning on it.
A bonsai tree on a table in front of a fireplace.
A wedding ceremony at Ancaster Mill in a large room with a fireplace.
A bride walking down the aisle.
A bride and groom exchange vows in front of a fireplace.
A bride and groom looking at each other during their wedding ceremony.
A wedding ceremony at Ancaster Mill in a large room with a fireplace.
A bride and groom exchange vows in front of a fireplace.
A bride and groom are exchanging their vows in front of a fireplace.
A bride and groom exchange rings in front of a fireplace.
A bride and groom standing next to a potted plant.
A bride and groom kiss in front of a fireplace.
Wedding Ceremony The Miller’s Chapel at Ancaster Mill
A bride and groom standing in front of a fireplace during their Wedding Ceremony The Miller’s Chapel at Ancaster Mill
A bride and groom walking down the aisle at a wedding ceremony.
A bride and groom walking down the aisle at their wedding.

Wedding Photoshoot | Ancaster Mill grounds

With the ceremony behind us, we ventured into the picturesque grounds of Ancaster Mill for their wedding photos. The waterfall, bridge and popping fall colours were just a perfect backdrop for their pictures.

Three bridesmaids pose for a picture with their bouquets.
Three bridesmaids holding purple and white bouquets.
Three bridesmaids smile while holding their bouquets.
A group of groomsmen and bridesmaids in the woods.
A bride and groom waving in front of a waterfall.
A bride and groom standing in front of a waterfall.
A bride and groom embrace in front of a waterfall.
A bride and groom embracing in front of a waterfall.
A bride and groom embracing in front of a stone wall.
A bride and groom kiss in front of a waterfall at Ancaster Mill on their wedding day
A bride and groom holding hands in front of a waterfall at Ancaster Mill on their wedding day
A bride and groom hugging on a bridge.
A bride and groom posing for a photo on a bridge.
A bride and groom kiss in front of a building in autumn at Ancaster Mill on their wedding day

Coctails & Wedding Reception |  The Governor’s Room, Ancaster Mill

As the day transitioned into the reception, Natalia and Richard surprised their guests with not just once, but two special performances. Natalia took center stage, showcasing her vocal talents, while Richard strummed the strings of his guitar. It was a beautiful collaboration that added one more personal touch to the celebration.

To kick off the dancefloor festivities, the couple organized a Mini Flash mob, infusing the reception with energy and excitement. Right after that, the dancefloor came alive with laughter, joy, and the collective celebration of love.

We finished the night by taking some photos outside, playing with the lights, and trying uniquely flavoured donuts from one of the couple’s favourite Hamilton bakery.

A room with tables and chairs set up for a wedding at The Governor’s room at Ancaster Mill
A room with tables and chairs set up for a wedding reception.
A large room with tables and chairs and a fireplace at The Governor’s room at Ancaster Mill
A large room with tables and chairs set up in front of a fireplace.
A table setting with place settings and greenery.
A white napkin on a table.
A mirror with a seating chart on it.
A group of people clapping at a wedding reception.
A group of people at a table.
A bride giving a toast at a wedding reception.
A man and woman standing next to a microphone.
A bride and groom smiling at their wedding table.
A bride and groom laughing at their wedding reception.
A bride and groom toasting at a wedding reception at The Governor’s room at Ancaster Mill
A bride and groom toasting at a wedding reception.
A bride is waving her hand in the air at a wedding reception.
A bride is holding her shoe up in the air at a wedding.
Black and white photo of a man in a suit and tuxedo.
A bride and groom dancing at a wedding reception.
A bride and groom dancing at a wedding reception.
A group of people sitting at a table in a restaurant.
A bride and groom sitting in a chair with a microphone.
A man and a woman singing and playing an acoustic guitar.
A bride and groom playing a guitar at their wedding.
A group of people laughing at a wedding reception.
A group of people dancing at a wedding reception.
A group of people laughing at a wedding reception.
Donuts on a plate with a sign on it.
A black and white photo of a couple on a covered bridge Ancaster Mill grounds

Capturing Natalia and Richard’s wedding day at Ancaster Mill was a true privilege. Their love story unfolded against the backdrop of a beautiful venue, filled with personal touches that made the day uniquely theirs. As a Hamilton wedding photographer, it’s moments like these that remind me of the magic inherent in love and the joy of preserving those moments for eternity. Cheers to Natalia and Richard, and to a lifetime filled with love, laughter, and countless beautiful memories.

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