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Top 5 Photoshoot Spots Around Our Rustic Barn Wedding Venue
After our first season of weddings, we’ve noticed a few areas around our central Ohio wedding venue that have produced beautiful and memorable photos. Your wedding day is one of the most magical moments of your life, and finding the perfect photoshoot spots is essential to capturing memories you’ll treasure forever. At our venue, we’re blessed with a variety of beautiful locations that add charm, romance, and timeless appeal to your wedding album. Whether you’re drawn to natural backdrops or intimate indoor settings, these five spots will help create stunning snapshots of your special day.
1. The Sycamore Tree
Though it is one of many, this sycamore tree stands far above the rest. Stationed at the creek beyond the chapel, this tree offers an enchanting backdrop, especially in the summer and fall when its leaves are at their peak. In summer, the lush greenery creates a serene and vibrant atmosphere, perfect for romantic couple portraits or family photos. As fall approaches, the leaves turn shades of gold and brown, offering a warm, rustic feel that’s both elegant and homey.
Pro tip: Schedule your photos around golden hour—just before sunset—when the sunlight filters through the leaves to create a dreamy glow. This spot works well for couple and group photos. There is plenty of space for everyone under the tree.
2. The Couple’s Table by the Fireplace
The couple’s table in front of the fireplace is a stunning indoor location that radiates coziness and sophistication. It’s where you and your partner will sit to enjoy your first meal as a married couple, but it also doubles as a beautiful photoshoot spot. This is the perfect opportunity to showcase your own style. You may adorn the table with flowers, candles, wreaths, signs, personalized decor, or some combination of everything. The neutral colors of stone and wood will look fabulous against almost any color palette that you choose.
3. The Chapel
The chapel is undoubtedly one of the most meaningful spots at the venue. It’s where you’ll exchange vows, say “I do,” and begin your journey as a married couple. At the chapel, there will be plenty of natural light.
You may want to visit this spot more than once. Your photographer will likely want to take candid shots while the ceremony is occurring. The chapel is also perfectly suited for taking staged shots during your cocktail hour or pre-ceremony wedding party photos. Capture moments like walking down the aisle, the exchange of rings, or your post-ceremony embrace. Whether you prefer wide-angle shots that showcase the grandeur of the space or close-ups that capture your emotions, the chapel’s beauty enhances every image.
4. The Bridge by the Pond
Step outside and make your way to the bridge, a picturesque location which crosses the venue pond. Depending on the time of day and the weather, the reflection of the sky and surrounding greenery in the water can create a stunning backdrop, especially on clear, windless days. The bridge is perfect for capturing candid moments, like a walk hand-in-hand, a playful twirl, or a stolen kiss. Pictures may be angled toward the barn, where you can get the windmill and venue in the background, or, you may want to include a bit of the farm by facing away from the cattle pasture and hay bales. This would be another good place for scheduling pictures around the sunset.
5. The Mirrors in the Bridal Suite
The bridal suite is where many brides spend precious moments preparing for their big day, and its elegant mirrors and the white and gold theme make it a fabulous location for photos. The mirrors not only reflect light beautifully but also create opportunities for artistic and unique compositions. Photographers love using this space to capture moments like putting on your dress, applying makeup, adjusting your veil, or sharing a toast with your bridal party. The mirrors add depth and sophistication to the shots, making this spot a hidden gem for pre-ceremony photos.
Tips for Making the Most of These Spots
Work with your photographer: Share these locations with your photographer ahead of time so they can plan for the best angles, lighting, and timing.
Time it right: Natural light plays a huge role in outdoor photos. Discuss with your photographer the best times to shoot at each spot.
Be spontaneous: While posed shots are great, don’t be afraid to let loose and enjoy candid moments. These often turn out to be the most memorable and authentic images.
Use props and decor: Incorporate elements like your bouquet, veil, or wedding signage to add personality to your photos.
Your wedding day is filled with countless precious moments, and these five spots around our venue provide beautiful backdrops to preserve them. From the grandeur of the sycamore tree to the cozy intimacy of the couple’s table, each location offers something unique to enhance your wedding album. Trust in your photographer, soak in the beauty of the day, and let these magical settings tell the story of your love. For more wedding planning inspiration, visit our gallery of real weddings!
We at Old Barns at Dry Run Farms are wishing you good luck! If you’re still looking for a photographer, you should absolutely check out the photographers who contributed to the photo shoots above, many of whom are listed on our recommended vendors page.
Thank you for stopping by our blog! We hope that you will consider hiring a locally owned wedding venue for your big celebration. Locally owned wedding venues provide the best wedding experience, they tend to have little to no turnover, they support the local economy and they are part of the community. In an effort to support locally owned wedding venues, we will feature six small business wedding venues in each of our blogs. Find locally owned wedding venues in the wedding venue map on
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