They say good things come to those who wait. That was definitely the case for Kelsey and Will with their Oxmoor Farm wedding! Their wedding made the most of the incredible backdrop with this historic house and gardens. We took some gorgeous portraits, but the best images are of Kelsey and Will being truly present with their people. I’m so glad I got to document this beautiful day!

A bride and her bridesmaids laugh in the garden at Oxmoor Farm.

A Wedding at Historic Oxmoor Farm

Oxmoor Farm is a stunning historic wedding venue less than twenty minutes east of Louisville. The venue can accommodate indoor and outdoor weddings in a grand setting. Eighteenth-century architecture and well-groomed gardens create the sense that you’re in your own world on your wedding day.

A wedding dress hangs on a ladder in the library at Oxmoor Farm.

Since this wedding venue is a historic home, it offers a variety of spaces for your wedding day.

The Library: This room is stunning. The rich colors, sunlight, and vintage decor make it a fun, moody spot for portraits.
The Gardens: The gardens include seasonal flowers, a reflecting pool, and gazebo. I like this spot for wedding party photos.
The Lawn: Kelsey and Will’s ceremony took place on the lawn with the towering trees in the background.

A bride approaches a groom for their first look at their Oxmoor Farm wedding.

A groom smiles at a bride who holds out her arms.

A bride hugs her father in the library at a Louisville wedding venue.

If you’re considering getting married at Oxmoor Farm, here are some helpful details to consider.

Capacity: 120 guests indoors and 500 guests outdoors
Starting Cost: $7,300
Venue Type: Indoor/Outdoor

A bride and groom kiss in front of a fireplace at their Oxmoor Farm wedding.

A groom straightens his suit jacket in front of a wall of paintings of horses.

A Louisville groom walks across a lawn with his groomsmen.

Oxmoor Farm has a long history in the Louisville area. A family built the original farmhouse in 1791. Since then, there have been multiple additions and the installation of a garden in 1911. Now the organization that runs it holds public events, including educational programs and concerts.

A bride and groom pose for a Louisville wedding photographer in front of a brick building.

A bride poses on a vintage couch at her Oxmoor Farm wedding.

A floral ground arch sits on a lawn at a Louisville wedding venue.

A Long-awaited Wedding Day

Kelsey and Will are one of those couples who had their entire wedding turned upside down by the COVID-19 pandemic. They originally planned on getting married in 2020. Instead, they eloped on that date and moved their big Oxmoor Farm wedding to 2021. That way they could safely celebrate with their family and friends.

A bride's parents walk her down the aisle at an outdoor wedding at Oxmoor Farm.

A bride and groom hold hands during an outdoor wedding in Kentucky.

A bride and groom wipe away tears during a September wedding ceremony.

Since Kesley and Will had to wait an entire extra year for their wedding, so much excitement and gratitude built up. The fact that everyone could finally celebrate together just made the whole day even more joyful.

A bride and groom laugh as an officiant reads from a script at an Oxmoor Farm wedding ceremony.

A groom laughs during an outdoor wedding ceremony in Kentucky.

Wedding guests line up at a bar for cocktail hour.

Kelsey and Will exchanged vows (again!) on the front lawn of the beautiful Oxmoor Farm. They had a stunning ground arch that added an elegant magic to the spot. They chose a late summer neutral palette. It made the day feel airy but grounded in the season.

A groom talks with a group of wedding guests in the gardens at an Oxmoor Farm wedding.

A white tent hangs over reception tables.

Figs decorate a tiered wedding cake at an Oxmoor Farm wedding.

At cocktail hour, I snuck Kelsey and Will away for some golden hour portraits. They mostly wanted to spend time with their guests, so we kept the portrait session short. The photos we took have a dreamy golden light. They feel timeless.

A bride hugs a wedding guest during cocktail hour inside Oxmoor Farm's library.

A bride talks with wedding guests in a Louisville wedding venue during cocktail hour.

The guests at Kelsey and Will’s wedding showed up ready to celebrate. They gave heartfelt toasts. I loved photographing Kelsey and Will’s reactions to the thoughtful, funny words. Afterward, everyone was ready to dance the night away with a live band. You could tell everyone enjoyed every part of the night.

A bride and groom pose for a Louisville wedding photographer outside of Oxmoor Farm.

A bride and groom kiss on a dance floor while guests cheer.

A bride and groom laugh during a speech.

Candid, Nostalgic Wedding Photos for Kelsey and Will

Photographing Kelsey and Will’s wedding at Oxmoor Farm was truly a joy. I loved preserving all the smiles and tears from grandparents and parents, the dances with the flower girls, and the love between Will and Kelsey.

A bride and groom hold hands while they listen to a toast.

A live band plays on a stage in a wedding tent.

A bride and groom laugh while they share their first dance.

This wedding is exactly the kind of celebration that I love to document. Kelsey and Will had incredible details, but their focus stayed on being in the moment with each other and their guests. Their joyful expressions are totally genuine from the beginning to the end of the day. Looking at these photos now gives me a strong sense of happiness and nostalgia.

A bride and groom smile at each other while they dance at their Louisville wedding.

A wedding tent glows beneath a full moon at an Oxmoor Farm wedding.

Are you interested in having me photograph your wedding? I’m a Louisville wedding photographer. With my guided candid approach, I’ll preserve the joy of your wedding with heartfelt photos. Reach out to me here!

Thank you to the vendors who helped make this wedding day so amazing!

Wedding Planner: Sara Must from Shelly Fortune Events

Photographer: Kendra Farris Photography

Wedding Venue: Oxmoor Farm

Hair and Makeup Artist: J. Michael’s Spa and Salon

Wedding Dress: BHLDN

Invitations: Minted

Caterer: Wiltshire Pantry

Florist: Rose and Honey Floral

Band: The Company Band

Cake: The Sugar Woods

Officiant: David Weible