Some wedding days just feel right from the very start, and Meredith and Jim’s September wedding at LaRocque Farms was one of them. From the open fields to the golden florals and perfect early fall weather, everything came together in a way that felt natural and unforced. But more than the setting, it was their connection and the people surrounding them that made the day so special.


Meredith and Jim share a kind of love that feels steady and effortless. They moved through the day fully present, taking time to soak in each moment with one another and with their closest people. Whether it was quiet exchanges, shared laughter, or emotional moments with family, the day unfolded at its own pace.


Cheers to Meredith and Jim, and to a day that felt as beautiful as it was meaningful.

 

Elegant wedding invitation for Meredith Johnson and James Morrato featuring watercolor floral details for September 2023.
Elegant wedding invitation suite with greenery details displayed with rings, perfume bottle, and white floral bouquet.
Light blue block heel sandals by Lifestride displayed on white tile for a wedding day bridal look.
Four sage green and floral bridesmaid dresses hanging on black hangers at a wedding venue.
White lace wedding gown hanging in a bright window with bridal bouquet and shoes below.
White lace wedding dress hanging from a black spiral staircase railing at an outdoor venue.
Black and white photo of bride in white pajamas dancing with arms raised while bridesmaid watches indoors.
Bride and bridesmaids in matching light blue and white pajamas posing outside a white modern farmhouse.
Bride and bridesmaids in matching light blue pajamas celebrating with champagne before the wedding.
Bride in white pajamas pouring champagne for bridesmaids in light blue sets during wedding morning prep.
Bride and five bridesmaids in coordinating pajamas sitting on a bed laughing and holding champagne.
Smiling bridesmaids in light blue satin pajamas celebrate with bride in white pajamas outside on wedding day.
Bride in white satin pajamas laughs with two women helping her get ready on wedding morning indoors.
Bride in elegant white lace wedding dress smiles while woman in green dress fastens gown by window.
Bridesmaid in floral dress places veil on bride in white lace gown as woman in green dress watches.
Bride in white pajamas crouches on gray porch deck petting a small black dog on wedding morning.
Close-up of hands fastening buttons on back of bride's white lace low-back wedding dress by window.
Two women kneel to help bride in white wedding dress and veil put on shoes by bright windows.
Close-up of bride's hand wearing a diamond engagement ring with wedding veil draped over.
Smiling bride in white lace wedding gown standing near bright windows on her wedding day.
Elegant bride in white lace gown with veil holding a gift box by bright windows.
Black and white photo of bride in lace wedding dress smiling while reading a card by window.
Groom's black suit on hanger beside rustic dresser with fox taxidermy and lamps.
Flat lay of groom's wedding accessories including black patent shoes, watch, bow tie, and boutonniere.
Close-up of classic silver wristwatch with Roman numerals resting on fox taxidermy fur.
Black wedding card with moon phases design reading I love every phase of you with white envelope.
Groom in white dress shirt adjusting collar while getting ready for wedding ceremony.
Black and white photo of groom in tuxedo reading letter before wedding ceremony.
Close-up of groom's black tuxedo with baby's breath boutonniere and classic watch.
Realistic red fox taxidermy mount posed on driftwood with a wristwatch around its leg.
Smiling groom in black tuxedo reading letter while sitting on outdoor staircase steps.
Happy groom in black tuxedo with boutonniere smiling while reading wedding day letter.
Groom in tuxedo smiling while playing pool billiards during wedding day preparations.
Groomsmen in black tuxedos playing pickleball on outdoor court before wedding ceremony.
Dapper groom in black tuxedo with boutonniere holds tennis racket on blue court before wedding.
Five groomsmen in matching black tuxedos socializing around pool table before wedding.
Groomsmen in black tuxedos celebrate on a blue tennis court, with one dancing joyfully in the center.
Groomsmen in black tuxedos playfully push groom on wooden swing surrounded by autumn foliage.
Excited groomsmen in black tuxedos celebrate with groom on swing, laughing and cheering outdoors.
Black and white portrait of serene bride in lace gown and veil holding bouquet, softly lit by window light.
Radiant bride in white lace gown holding white floral bouquet, smiling softly beside bright natural light windows.
Bride in elegant lace gown with long cathedral veil holding white bouquet, viewed from behind near bright windows.
Smiling bride in backless lace wedding dress with flowing veil holding white bouquet, posing by sunlit windows.
Laughing bride in lace gown holding white bouquet, framed by colorful floral arch held by bridesmaids outdoors.
Bride in lace wedding dress with long flowing veil holding white bouquet, smiling in yellow wildflower field.
Bride in fitted lace wedding dress with flowing veil looking away, surrounded by golden wildflowers outdoors.
Groom in black tuxedo standing alone by wooden fence in expansive green field on wedding day.
Groom in black tuxedo smiling in rustic log cabin interior with wooden beams and staircase.
Groom in black tuxedo leaning against wooden fence in lush green outdoor wedding setting.
Bride and groom posing together in yellow wildflower field with white wedding tent in background.
Groom tenderly kissing bride on cheek in yellow wildflower field with cross visible in background.
Groom dipping bride in a lush yellow wildflower field during romantic outdoor wedding portraits.
Bride and groom sharing an intimate almost-kiss moment under dramatic cloudy sky on wedding day.
Bride in white gown and groom in tuxedo walking hand in hand through yellow wildflower field.
Wedding couple embracing and kissing in a stunning yellow wildflower meadow on their wedding day.
Bride and groom kissing in a vibrant yellow wildflower field, bride holding white bouquet.
Groom lifting bride in white gown and veil in front of a colorful wildflower field.
Black and white photo of groom lifting laughing bride in a wildflower field.
Black and white portrait of smiling bride holding bouquet walking with groom outdoors.
Blurred black and white artistic shot of bride in flowing veil walking with groom.
Dreamy reflection of bride and groom kissing on a wooden dock near a calm lake.
Bride and groom posing near a white gazebo surrounded by colorful garden flowers.
Bride and groom posing on a white dock with a tranquil lake and colorful autumn landscape reflected below.
Bride and groom share a romantic almost-kiss, bride's hand resting on groom's chest showing wedding ring, yellow flowers behind.
Aerial view of bride and groom walking a green path through golden wildflower fields near a white barn.
Groom kissing bride's hand as she smiles holding a white bouquet in a field of yellow wildflowers.
Bride and groom sharing an intimate moment on a white dock framed by yellow wildflowers and a pond.
Black and white photo of bride and groom laughing while walking hand in hand through lush greenery outdoors.
Bride and groom walking through a lush green field bordered by vibrant yellow wildflowers under a cloudy sky.
Bride and groom embracing on a white dock over a calm reflective lake surrounded by lush green trees.
Bride and groom share a kiss outdoors surrounded by yellow wildflowers, bride holding white bouquet in wedding gown.
Groom twirling bride along a grassy path flanked by bright yellow wildflowers with a white tent in background.
Black and white close-up of bride cradling groom's face as they share an intimate moment, wedding rings visible.
Bride and groom walk toward white barn wedding venue under dramatic cloudy sky, bride's backless gown on display.
Black and white photo of groom lifting bride in an embrace amid a lush field, sharing a romantic kiss.
Groom in tuxedo walks with woman in purple gown along path bordered by yellow wildflowers.
Elegant outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white chairs and floral arrangements on lush green lawn.
Bride in white gown and groom in military dress uniform walk arm-in-arm past vibrant yellow wildflowers.
Emotional groom embraces guest during outdoor wedding ceremony with seated audience in background.
Black and white portrait of handsome groom in tuxedo with boutonniere standing before leafy trees.
Groom in black tuxedo smiles warmly during outdoor wedding ceremony with lush green trees in background.
Bride and groom walk down outdoor aisle lined with white chairs and seated wedding guests on cloudy day.
Smiling bride holding white bouquet walks down aisle with military escort in dress uniform past guests.
Bride and groom walk through golden wildflower meadow beside a white barn venue with silo on their wedding day.
Joyful groom in black tuxedo holds brides hands and smiles during intimate outdoor wedding ceremony.
Black and white photo of bride embracing someone at outdoor wedding ceremony while holding white bouquet.
Bride and groom share emotional embrace while walking back up the aisle after outdoor wedding ceremony.
Bride smiling joyfully at groom during outdoor wedding ceremony with bridesmaid holding white bouquet nearby.
Wide view of elegant outdoor wedding ceremony with white chairs, floral arrangements lining the aisle, and lush green trees.
Black and white photo of emotional wedding guests seated in white chairs during outdoor ceremony.
Three bridesmaids in sage green dresses hold colorful wildflower bouquets with pink blue and white blooms.
Bride laughing during ring exchange at outdoor wedding ceremony with officiant and bridesmaid nearby.
Black and white close-up of groom placing wedding ring on brides finger during outdoor ceremony.
Bride and groom share first kiss at outdoor ceremony surrounded by lush floral ground arrangements.
Bride raises bouquet triumphantly while walking recessional with groom past cheering guests outdoors.
Groom dips bride for a romantic kiss on green lawn after outdoor wedding ceremony with guests seated in white chairs.
Groom dips bride for a kiss during wedding recessional while guests cheer and applaud outdoors.
Wedding party walks through golden field as bridesmaids in sage gowns raise bouquets to celebrate newlywed couple.
Smiling bride and groom walk hand in hand through cheering wedding party in front of scenic countryside venue.
Groom dips bride for a kiss as excited wedding party celebrates with raised bouquets in an autumn outdoor setting.
Wedding party strolls across green lawn in black tuxedos and sage dresses with a white farmhouse venue backdrop.
Joyful wedding party cheers as bride and groom share a kiss surrounded by golden autumn wildflowers and greenery.
Excited wedding party members laugh and raise bouquets while celebrating outdoors near vibrant yellow wildflower fields.
Wedding party poses formally in black tuxedos and sage floral gowns on green lawn with autumn countryside backdrop.
Bride in white gown with groomsmen in tuxedos posing under a tree in a golden field.
Six groomsmen in classic black tuxedos lean casually against a wooden fence in a lush green outdoor setting.
Bride in elegant white gown walking and laughing with groomsmen in black tuxedos outdoors.
Groomsmen in tuxedos posing on a white golf cart on a green lawn at an outdoor wedding.
Bride and groomsmen in tuxedos celebrating outdoors with raised hands near a wildflower field.
Newlyweds share a sweet kiss at their sweetheart table bathed in golden hour light with wildflowers in background.
Groom dips bride dramatically on a black and white checkered dance floor while wedding guests watch in a tent.
Smiling bride and groom share a tender moment during their first dance under a white wedding reception tent.
Wedding guests celebrate on the dance floor wearing sunglasses at a festive outdoor reception under string lights.
Simple one-tier white wedding cake topped with Polaroid photo cake toppers and a pink flower.
Bride and groom celebrate with confetti cannons and bubbles at their outdoor wedding reception at night.
Bride in white gown sharing a warm hug with a guest in a blue lace dress at wedding reception.
Bride and groom share intimate first dance under a elegant tent adorned with greenery and disco balls at their wedding.
Black and white photo of bride and groom sharing a joyful first dance surrounded by smiling wedding guests.
Mother and son share a special dance on a black and white checkered dance floor at a wedding.
Groom in bow tie dances joyfully with groomsmen at wedding reception in black and white photo.
Happy bride and groom cutting their elegant white wedding cake at a tented outdoor reception.
Round wedding reception table with woven charger plates, sage green linen, and white folding chairs.
Gold bar cart with floral centerpiece and dessert cups at an elegant wedding reception.
Joyful bride in lace wedding gown with arms outstretched in sunlit tent reception with floral backdrop.
Excited wedding guests raise hands as confetti fills the air during a lively wedding reception celebration.
Bride in white gown laughs and dances with wedding guests during a lively reception celebration.
Group of wedding guests pose for fun selfie wearing sunglasses on checkered dance floor at reception.
Wedding reception guests enjoying passed hors d oeuvres during cocktail hour under string lights.
Bride and groom share a romantic first dance under string lights at their wedding reception.
Close-up of a mirrored disco ball adorned with lush greenery and white blooms under a tent.
Newlyweds share a sweet kiss after cutting their white wedding cake at their elegant reception.
Bride and groom share a romantic kiss at their wedding reception table under string lights and greenery.
Bride in elegant lace mermaid gown standing in tent reception venue with yellow wildflower field view.
Bride and groom in sunglasses make a grand entrance into their wedding reception tent with confetti.
Gold arched mirror with Meredith and James wedding signage in a sunlit barn doorway.
Bride and groom share a romantic kiss on the dance floor surrounded by cheering wedding reception guests.
Elegant wedding reception tent with black and white checkered dance floor and yellow wildflower field backdrop.
White barn with colorful quilt square and large white wedding tent on a green lawn.
Bride and groom share their first dance on a classic black and white checkered dance floor at their reception.
Bride in white dress dancing energetically with guests at a lively wedding reception party.
Bride and groom share a romantic first dance outdoors under a white tent with colorful wildflower fields behind them.
Bride in lace wedding dress dancing joyfully with guests at an indoor wedding reception.
Wedding guest performs energetic dance moves on checkered floor as guests cheer at outdoor tented reception.
Black seating chart board with photos labeled our favorite people please find your seat.
Smiling newlyweds cut their white wedding cake together under warm tent lighting at their reception.
Wedding table setting with personalized plates monogrammed M+J, glassware, and white linen runner.
Military officer raises a champagne toast to the newlyweds at their sweetheart table during the wedding reception.
Groom lifts bride joyfully on a black and white checkered dance floor as guests watch their first dance.
Wedding guest drinks from a shoe while others wear sunglasses and dance at lively wedding reception.
Black and white photo of bride and groom embracing romantically reflected in large modern window.
Happy newlyweds smile and show off wedding rings at their sweetheart table with golden wildflower fields behind them.
Groom in military uniform celebrates with bride on a black and white dance floor at their wedding.
Black and white photo of bride and groom in sunglasses celebrating at their wedding reception table.
Wedding guests viewing a black and white photo display board labeled our favorite people at reception.
Energetic wedding guest in white tuxedo dancing with arms raised at a lively reception party.
Groom kneels down to dance and interact with young child guest on the wedding reception dance floor.
Bride dances energetically with guests on the dance floor at a lively wedding reception in black and white.
Groom is lifted by groomsmen on crowded wedding dance floor under disco ball and floral decorations.
Wedding guests wearing sunglasses high-five and dance energetically under a disco ball at the reception.
Groom in black tuxedo is hoisted up by groomsmen celebrating on the wedding reception dance floor.
Disco ball decorated with greenery and white flowers hanging from a white wedding tent ceiling.
Excited wedding guests dance and celebrate with hands raised under string lights on a checkered dance floor.
Aerial view of a scenic countryside wedding venue with a pond, white tent, and lush green fields.
Bride and groom share their first dance on a checkered floor under romantic red lighting in a tent.
Joyful bride and groom raising arms in celebration as they exit through elegant white barn doors at their wedding reception.

Coordinator: @gracefulevents_kacie @graceful_events_weddings

Venue: @larocquefarms

Florals: @greatwhitefarm

Catering: @celebrationonwells

Video: @peakcinematics

Hair & Makeup: @vixenbeauty.il

DJ: @spinvxn @thedjfirm

Rentals: @eventessentialsmadison

Photo: @eljaycabreraphotography

Second Photo: @anchoredweddingphotography