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Top Wedding Photography Pictures of 2023 | Nathan Desch Photography

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Best Wedding Photos of 2023

My journey as a wedding photographer began 17 years ago, and each year, I make it a tradition to share my top wedding photos. It’s something I always look forward to, but in 2022, I missed the chance. Last year was incredibly busy, and before I knew it, April had rolled around—too late for a “best of” post.

Now, with 2023 behind us, I had a blast looking back at all the beautiful weddings Nathan Desch Photography captured. In fact, I might even do a retroactive post for 2022, so stay tuned! If you want to see past favorites, check out these links:

Best Wedding Pictures of 2021, Our Favorite Wedding Pictures from 2020, Top Wedding and Engagement Pictures of 2019, and Best Wedding Pictures of 2018. If you’re digging deeper, thank you!

Why These Posts Matter to Me

These posts highlight why I love being a wedding photographer. I’m fortunate to work with incredible couples year after year, and each wedding is unique. Providing them with images that their friends, family, and future generations will treasure is what fuels my passion. I also get to collaborate with some amazing vendors and venues.

If you’re planning a wedding, here are a few venues I love working with:

The Inn at Leola Village, The Ballroom at Ellis Preserve, Drumore Estate, Springton Manor Farm, Riverdale Manor, Stone Gables Estate, The Ballroom at The Ben, Moonstone Manor, Skytop Lodge, Bear Creek, Icona Avalon, The Union League, Red Maple Vineyard, Folino Estate, Phoenixville Foundry, Crystal Tea Room, Union Trust, Inn at Villanova, Pomme, The Barn at Stoneybrooke, Hotel DuPont, Parque, The French Creek Golf Club, River House at Odette’s

—just to name a few!

Wearing Many Hats

Throughout my career, I’ve embraced many roles beyond wedding photography, including CEO and Founder of ShootWith.Me, Co-Owner of StoryBook Design Co., speaker, and educator. Still, capturing weddings remains close to my heart. No matter the challenge—be it weather, location, or guest count—my experience ensures that I can adapt and deliver for each couple I work with.

I’ve photographed weddings in all conditions—blizzards, hurricanes, heatwaves—and in all kinds of locations. Whether intimate elopements or celebrations with 400+ guests, each event is a joy to document, and I’m proud to give couples memories they’ll cherish forever.

Looking for a Photographer?

If you’re planning a wedding or know someone who is, I’d love to chat! Reach out, and let’s talk about your plans.

In the meantime, enjoy a few of my favorite images from this past year!

rain shot in the fall with bride and groom Wedding Party portrait by carousel indoor portrait idea for bride at river house at odettes stone gables estate portrait ideas bride with tear on face hugging groom wedding party reflection first look at drumore estate between dad and bride bride spraying champagne groom laughing at speech flat lay at wedding Bride and her grandmother bride and groom intros at river house at odettes bride and groom portraits at bear creek Champagne spray shots at wedding toasts at reception Timeless portraits of bride and groom Bride and groom at Drumore estate in the fall Best man backflip Bride shoes Sister helping bride get into dress Dancing at a receptionReception at Drumore Estate Reception at River house at Odettes Best man dancing Bride and groom at Drumore estate in the fall Full Wedding party at drumore estate Bride and groom share kiss at their reception timeless photo of bride's family who couldn't attend wedding recessional at wedding at river house at odettes Groom and party at river house at odettes reception dancing ideas night portrait ideas at riverdale manor bride and groom portraits at the star barn, stone gables gift from bride to her dad bride and bridesmaids star barn portrait ideas Winter portrait ideas at riverdale manor in lancaster ceremony at drumore estate tow path at river house at odettes cocktail hour moment south broad st philadelphia bride and groom silhouette Philadelphia bridal portraits bride coming down aisle with parents Portraits inside mansion at Drumore Estate maid of honor speech quirky couple portraits River house at Odettes Wedding Groom in MirrorFirst look with bride and brides dad portrait of bride groomsmen tossing groom indoor ceremony at star barn first look with bride and groom at river house at odettes Bride dancing at river house at odettes reception dancing bride dancing at her wedding Bride and groom recessional Bride and groom at pottstown carousel Alternate ceremony location at drumore estate Bride prep at drumore estate private vows between bride and groom bride getting ready at stone gables estate winter portrait ideas at Riverdale Manor arial photo of ceremony at bear creek indoor portrait ideas for couple at river house at odettes bride getting hair and makeup done 1st bank philadelphia bride and groom silhouette photo Alternate perspective during wedding ceremony Bride and groom first dance Groom and groomsmen at carousel Sweet moment between bride and groom groom getting ready at Drumore Estatepeople partying at wedding little boy giving the middle finger at wedding champagne spray shots guys helping groom get dressed indoor portrait ideas at river house at odettes flat lay ideas at wedding creative bride and groom portrait ideas Bride and groom portraits at the river house at odettes Ceremony at Drumore Estate Rainy portrait of bride and groom Bride and bridesmaids at carousel in Pottstown Bride and Bridesmaids at Drumore wedding dress hanging outsidewedding reception timeless black and white photo of bride and groom Groom getting ready at stone gables estate full wedding party at river house at odettes portraits of bride and groom in pool at bear creek city hall portrait ideas, philadelphia Bride getting shoes on Groom wiping away bride's tear Bride in mirror Moroccan wedding receptionWedding shoes black and white ceremony pictures first look at drumore estate wine cellar portraits at star barn flat lay at wedding Stunning bride at river house at odettes Bride and groom jumping into pool at bear creek city hall in Philadelphia portraits with bride and groom ceremony at river house at odettes night portraits at drumore estate Llamas at wedding Bride shoes at wedding ring Bride and groom at carousel First look at Drumore Couple enjoying late night snack at wedding groom reading letter from bride stone gables estate portrait ideas wedding ring shots river house at odettes portrait ideas indoor portrait ideas at bear creek rainy wedding photo ideas carriage house reception at drumore estate groom prep at Bear Creek Bride and groom with llamas Bubble exit at wedding Bridal portrait at Drumore Estate Fireworks at Drumore Estate