Rachel and TJ | May 23, 2026 | Dayton Art Institute | Dayton, Ohio
There are some wedding days that feel like they were made for their venue, and Rachel and TJ’s May Dayton Art Institute Wedding was exactly that.
With a timeless palette of gold, champagne, soft pink, green, and white, their wedding day was effortlessly elegant while still feeling warm and personal. From Rachel’s stunning Martina Liana gown to the art-filled spaces of the Dayton Art Institute, every detail came together to create an unforgettable day.
And perhaps the best part? Their story started somewhere much more modern: Hinge.
A Wedding Day Full of Meaningful Moments
Of course, the beautiful details are only part of what makes a wedding day memorable.
The real magic is in the in between moments.
It’s the look on a groom’s face when he sees his bride for the first time. It’s the laughter with friends while getting ready. It’s the quiet moments between portraits. It’s the hugs from family members and the people who traveled to celebrate with you.
Those are the moments I love most about wedding photography.
Rachel and TJ’s day had that perfect combination of beautiful details and genuine emotion. The kind of wedding where the photographs tell not only what the day looked like, but what it felt like to be there.
Wedding Vendors
- Venue: Dayton Art Institute
- Videographer: Kayley Rose Video
- Florist: The Flowerman
- Planner / Day-of Coordinator: Kristen Thorne Events
- Hair: Jungle White Wedding
- Makeup: Prince Tempting
- Dress: White of Dublin
- Dress Designer: Martina Liana
- Suit: The Black Tux
- Shoes: Betsey Johnson
- DJ: Josh Staley Productions
- Rentals: Prime Time Party Rentals
- Catering: Rich Taste Catering
- Cake: The Cakery
- Stationery: Zola
- Rings: Zales / James Allen
- Bridesmaid Dresses: White Wisteria Bridal Boutique
- Transportation: Candlelight Coach Limousine
- Lighting: Entertainment Unlimited Events
From the florals and rentals to the music, beauty team, and coordination, every vendor played a part in creating a cohesive celebration that felt distinctly Rachel and TJ.
Congratulations, Rachel & TJ!
Rachel and TJ, thank you for trusting me to document such an important chapter of your story.
From meeting on Hinge to a surprise proposal on a family vacation, and finally to an elegant wedding day at the Dayton Art Institute, your story has already had some pretty incredible chapters.
Now it’s time for the next one.
Planning a Dayton Art Institute Wedding?
If you’re dreaming of an elegant wedding surrounded by art, historic architecture, and beautiful portrait opportunities, the Dayton Art Institute is such a unique place to celebrate. The museum describes its wedding spaces as a setting where couples can create a celebration surrounded by art and architecture, with both indoor and outdoor event spaces available.
And if you’re looking for a Dayton wedding photographer to document all of the emotional, candid, and beautiful moments of your wedding day, I would love to hear from you.
Contact me to start planning your dream wedding <3
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