August 22, 2026


the leemans


Nick and Lauren celebrated their wedding day at The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park in Traverse City, Michigan.


Lush with  florals, color and energy to match, so much thought went into making their celebration undeniably beautiful. The rain that day didn't stop us from creating something truly magical, documenting their day as it was and with so much love.

 

Chartreuse bar with L&N monogram sign and Aperol Spritz banner at an outdoor garden wedding reception.
Bride and groom stand together in a lush garden, she in a white gown holding a bouquet, he in a cream suit.
Elegant sage green wedding stationery suite with butterfly motifs, floral embossing, wax seal, and gold rings on a neutral background.
Rows of wooden folding chairs set up for an outdoor wedding ceremony beside a rustic stone wall with lush gardens.
Smiling bride in white lace gown holding champagne glass outdoors on green lawn.
Close-up of romantic wedding centerpiece with white cosmos, peach roses, and hydrangeas.
White pearl-strap bridal heels displayed with gold ornate frame holding wedding rings.
Smiling bride and groom walking through garden path, bride lifting lace wedding dress hem.
Black and white portrait of bride putting on earring in delicate lace wedding dress.
Groom in ivory linen suit adjusting light blue polka dot bow tie with boutonniere at wedding.
Man in beige linen suit buttoning jacket, close-up of hands fastening button on elegant cream blazer.
Close-up of hands fastening buttons on a floral lace wedding dress during bridal preparations.
Bride wearing white pointed-toe heels with pearl ankle strap detail and lace wedding gown.
Elegant wedding reception table with white linen, gold-rimmed plates, floral centerpiece, and green botanical menu card.
Two wicker chairs and striped patio umbrella on green lawn beside garden beds and large barn building.
Bride and groom posing in outdoor wedding ceremony aisle with parasol and bamboo chairs.
Outdoor wedding cocktail menu on easel beside vintage VW van with giant daisy decorations.
Smiling bride in lace gown and groom in beige suit holding cocktails outdoors at a beach wedding celebration.
Bride in white lace gown holds bouquet outdoors under lush green trees at elegant garden wedding.
Guests walk up stone steps toward a rustic venue surrounded by lush gardens, some carrying umbrellas on a cloudy day.
Waiter in black uniform pouring red wine into glass at outdoor wedding reception.
Black and white photo of bride and groom sharing a kiss inside a vintage white van.
Elegantly dressed wedding guests socializing and clapping at an outdoor garden wedding reception.
Bride and groom share a romantic first dance under glowing light arch at elegant wedding reception.
Wicker basket with leather handles holding decorative round tins featuring cat and floral designs.
Delicate light pink wildflowers with yellow centers bloom among lush green foliage in a natural garden setting.
Bride in a backless lace wedding gown stands on lush green lawn surrounded by gardens and trees on a sunny day.
Smiling bride in lace A-line wedding dress twirling in a lush green garden setting.
Bride in a flowing white lace wedding dress sits on a garden path holding a bouquet of white and yellow flowers.
Bride in elegant white ball gown holding a parasol walks down the aisle of an outdoor garden wedding ceremony.
Close-up of bride and groom holding hands showing elegant solitaire diamond engagement ring.
Bride and groom embrace outdoors with a rustic barn venue and lavender gardens in the background on their wedding day.
Bride and groom walking hand-in-hand on garden path with yellow wildflowers in foreground.
Bride and groom share a tender moment outdoors, with the bride in lace dress and groom in white suit with green bow tie.
Black and white close-up of bridal veil with pearl embellishments draped over shoulder.
Groom wearing beige linen suit with floral boutonniere and mint floral bow tie at wedding.
Groom in white suit kissing bride's hand near bamboo fence in romantic outdoor wedding ceremony.
Outdoor wedding welcome table with white linen, wicker baskets, floral sign, and lanterns set against a stone wall.
Wedding guests seated in bamboo chairs at outdoor garden ceremony on sunny day.
Soft peach snapdragons and white flowers bloom in a lush garden with a stone wall backdrop.
Bamboo folding chairs with wedding programs at outdoor ceremony seating area.
Couple in formal attire walking through a lush garden with stone wall and pergola backdrop.
Guests seated outdoors at a wedding ceremony, with a woman in a blue floral dress smiling.
Outdoor wedding ceremony with guests seated on wooden chairs in a lush garden surrounded by stone walls and greenery.
Guests in sunglasses seated in rattan chairs at an outdoor wedding ceremony surrounded by lush green hedges.
Bride walks down outdoor aisle with escort, holding floral bouquet, guests seated on wooden chairs at sunny wedding ceremony.
Outdoor wedding ceremony with bride and groom at rustic stone wall altar, guests seated in wooden chairs amid lush garden.
Guests seated in rattan chairs at an outdoor wedding ceremony beside a stone wall with lush greenery.
Wedding guests seated outdoors in garden ceremony, holding fans and programs during service.
Outdoor wedding ceremony in a stone garden courtyard with seated guests watching couple exchange vows under cloudy sky.
Guests seated in wooden chairs at an outdoor wedding ceremony, dressed in elegant attire.
Outdoor wedding ceremony with guests seated in wooden chairs along an aisle leading to couple at altar amid lush gardens.
Wedding guests seated in wicker chairs outdoors, surrounded by blooming flowers and a wooden fence.
Guests seated in rattan chairs at an outdoor wedding ceremony surrounded by lush greenery and stone walls.
Guests wearing sunglasses seated outdoors at a sunny wedding ceremony, smiling and enjoying the celebration.
Delicate pink Joe Pye weed flowers bloom in front of a rustic stone wall with a gray window.
Bride and groom sharing first kiss at outdoor wedding ceremony while guests applaud.
Bride and groom walk down the aisle at an outdoor wedding ceremony, guests applauding in a garden venue.
Bride and groom walking hand-in-hand down a brick path lined with tall green hedges.
Brick building with white cupola tower on gray shingled roof against blue sky with clouds.
Guests in elegant attire gather on a green lawn near a white tent at an outdoor wedding reception.
Bride in white lace gown and veil holding bouquet inside elegant outdoor wedding tent.
Outdoor wedding seating chart displayed on a framed painting on an easel, surrounded by lush greenery.
Elegant wedding centerpiece with white hydrangeas, peach roses, and greenery in a low arrangement on a reception table.
Elegant outdoor wedding reception under a large white sailcloth tent with floral centerpieces on round tables surrounded by greenery.
Historic barn building with cylindrical silo, white cupola, and brick facade under a partly cloudy blue sky.
Elegant outdoor wedding reception under a tent with floral centerpieces, tufted seating, and string lights amid lush greenery.
Elegant outdoor wedding reception with wooden chairs and white tablecloths under a canopy surrounded by lush green trees.
Elegant wedding table setting with sage green menus, pink roses, gold-rimmed plates, and pink glassware.
Bride in white gown kneeling to speak with elderly guest in wheelchair at outdoor wedding.
Outdoor prosecco and craft beer bar setup at a garden event with guests browsing on a sunny day.
Elegant wedding reception table setting with green menus, floral napkins, pink glassware, and guests in formal attire.
Elegant outdoor wedding reception table with green floral napkins, pink glassware, and decorative menus at a place setting.
Elderly woman reading a green menu card at an elegant wedding reception dinner table with floral decor.
Elegant outdoor dining setting with guests enjoying fresh green salads on white plates with gold-rimmed chargers.
Bride in lace wedding gown seated at reception table with menu cards and fruit plate.
Elegant outdoor wedding reception with bride and groom seated at a floral-decorated sweetheart table with wine glasses.
Bride and groom smiling at sweetheart table with white floral arrangements at outdoor reception.
Wedding guests raising glasses in a toast at an elegant outdoor reception celebration.
Bride and groom share a romantic moment at their sweetheart table during an elegant outdoor wedding reception.
Wedding pie with L and N initials in crumble topping displayed on table at outdoor reception.
Smiling bride and groom cutting a rustic pie at their outdoor wedding reception surrounded by trees.
Partially eaten berry crumble dessert on white plate with fork beside a cocktail glass at an event.
Bride and groom walking hand in hand through a green garden on their wedding day.
Vintage teal VW bus photo booth with illuminated PHOTOS sign at outdoor wedding venue.
Wedding guests mingling outdoors at golden hour near vintage white food truck at reception.
Bride and groom celebrate in front of a Cheers bar truck at their wedding reception.
Petoskey Pretzel Co. pretzels in a paper bag displayed on a rustic wooden board at a wedding reception.
A man in a tan suit laughs and dances at an outdoor wedding reception while guests celebrate around him.
Live band performing at an outdoor event, featuring a guitarist in a black suit and saxophonist in a teal jacket.
Joyful wedding guests laughing and celebrating with bride in white gown and bridesmaid in pink dress.
Men dancing and celebrating at an outdoor wedding reception venue with string lights.
Black and white photo of bride and groom sharing their first dance at wedding reception.
Elegantly dressed guests mingling and toasting at an outdoor wedding reception on a terrace at dusk.
Guests smiling and socializing at an outdoor wedding reception venue with string lights and lush greenery.
Guests dancing at an elegant outdoor wedding reception with string lights and rustic wooden columns.
Guests laughing and dancing at an elegant outdoor wedding reception party.
Abstract motion blur photo of a live band performing at an event.
Outdoor evening wedding reception under string lights on a rustic patio at sunset with guests mingling.
Elegant white sailcloth wedding reception tent glowing with warm lights at dusk surrounded by tall trees.
Brought to life by:

Venue

Photography

Officiant

Coordinator

Florist

Hair & Makeup

Caterer

Band

Cake & Dessert

Bar Service

Late Night Snack

Trolley

Rental Company

Photo Booth

 

The Botanic Garden

Ten Thirty Four Photography

Samantha Pomranky

Be Well Events & Decor, LLC

Field of Flowers North

Team Hair & Beauty

Catering By Kelly's

Blue Water Kings Band

Traverse City Pie Company

Bubbles & Brews

Petoskey Pretzel Co.

Traverse City Beer & Wine Tours

Event Theory

The Magic Shuttle Bus