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The Colony House Wedding | Kevin & Rachel

Anaheim, CA

Kevin and Rachel's first kiss at their Colony House wedding ceremony in front of the living green wall in Anaheim, California

Kevin and Rachel's wedding at The Colony House in Anaheim was one of those days where everything just clicked. The venue looked incredible after its recent renovations, the couple was completely at ease in front of the camera, and their families brought the kind of energy that kept the celebration going all night. I had the pleasure of photographing both their engagement session in the studio and their wedding day, and that prior connection made the whole experience feel natural and familiar from start to finish.

Getting Ready at The Colony House

Wedding flat lay with save the date invitation, rings, white bridal shoes, orchid, and perfume for Kevin Chen and Rachel Chavous wedding at The Colony House

The morning started with getting ready on both sides at the venue. Rachel was radiant, putting the final touches on her look in the bridal suite against The Colony House's signature sage green paneled walls. Kevin suited up in a sharp dark green three-piece suit with a copper tie, surrounded by his groomsmen. The natural light pouring through the venue's floor-to-ceiling windows made these early moments a joy to photograph.

Rachel smiling in her bridal robe during getting ready at The Colony House wedding Rachel putting on her earrings during getting ready at The Colony House Rachel with her wedding dress at The Colony House bridal suite Kevin in his dark green suit with copper tie, groom portrait at The Colony House wedding Kevin adjusting his copper tie, groom getting ready at The Colony House Kevin seated on yellow velvet couch with pendant lights, groom portrait at The Colony House Anaheim Kevin with his groomsmen in coordinated suits at The Colony House wedding Kevin hugging his best man before the ceremony at The Colony House

Family First Looks

Before the ceremony, Rachel shared an emotional first look with her father against the sage green paneled wall. Watching him see his daughter in her wedding dress for the first time was one of those quiet, powerful moments that remind you why wedding photography matters. We also captured a portrait of the two of them together, and the pride on his face said everything.

Rachel's father seeing her in her wedding dress for the first time at The Colony House Rachel and her father portrait at The Colony House wedding Rachel and her father standing together in front of the green wall at The Colony House

The First Look

Kevin and Rachel chose to do a first look before the ceremony, which gave us time for portraits without cutting into cocktail hour. Rachel tapped Kevin on the shoulder in front of The Colony House's living green wall, and his reaction was pure joy. These are some of my favorite images from the day.

Rachel tapping Kevin's shoulder for their first look at The Colony House, living green wall backdrop Kevin turning around and smiling during the first look at The Colony House wedding Rachel smiling behind Kevin during first look at The Colony House Rachel holding Kevin's face during their first look at The Colony House

Bridal Portraits

Rachel smiling through her lace veil, artistic bridal portrait at The Colony House

The Colony House's renovated interior gave us so many options for portraits. Between the exposed wood beams, the industrial glass walls, and the soft natural light, every corner felt like a setup waiting to happen. Rachel's off-the-shoulder gown with lace detailing and cathedral-length veil photographed beautifully in the space, and we were able to create a range of looks without ever leaving the venue.

Rachel full bridal portrait with cathedral train at The Colony House Anaheim Rachel full-length bridal portrait with veil and train spread at The Colony House Rachel bridal portrait with bouquet and veil at The Colony House Rachel smiling with her white rose bouquet at The Colony House wedding

Couple Portraits

Kevin dipping Rachel for a kiss inside The Colony House, couple portrait Kevin kissing Rachel on the cheek, couple portrait at The Colony House wedding Kevin kissing Rachel on the forehead, intimate couple portrait at The Colony House

The Ceremony

The ceremony took place indoors at The Colony House, with Kevin and Rachel exchanging vows in front of the venue's living green wall. Flanked by lush tropical floral arrangements with white orchids and palms, the backdrop was modern, elegant, and perfectly suited to the couple's style. The exposed wood beam ceiling overhead added warmth and character to the intimate setting.

Rachel walking down the aisle with both parents at The Colony House wedding ceremony Kevin reading his vows to Rachel at The Colony House ceremony with green wall backdrop Kevin reading his vows during the ceremony at The Colony House Anaheim Kevin and Rachel laughing together during the ceremony at The Colony House Kevin and Rachel celebrating after being pronounced married at The Colony House

The Reception: A Night to Remember

If the ceremony was heartfelt, the reception was electric. The Colony House's industrial-chic event space with its white brick walls, rattan pendant lights, and warm uplighting created the perfect atmosphere for the celebration that followed. The evening was full of emotional toasts, energetic dancing, and one of the best dance floors I've seen at a wedding.

Best man giving his speech at Kevin and Rachel's Colony House wedding reception Best man speech with Rachel seated at the sweetheart table at The Colony House Maid of honor giving an emotional toast at The Colony House wedding reception

One of the highlights was Rachel's outfit change into a red qipao for the reception, honoring Chinese tradition. The contrast of the red silk against the venue's modern industrial backdrop made for some striking images, and the energy on the dance floor when Kevin and Rachel came out in their new looks was next level.

Kevin and Rachel dancing at the reception, Rachel in red qipao at The Colony House Kevin and Rachel on the dance floor surrounded by guests, Rachel in red qipao Kevin and Rachel cutting their wedding cake at The Colony House reception Kevin and Rachel showing off prizes during reception games at The Colony House The Chen's wedding cake with white ruffled frosting and pearl details at The Colony House Groomsmen and guests dancing together at The Colony House wedding reception Kevin dancing on the dance floor at The Colony House reception Rachel dancing with joy at her Colony House wedding reception Guest dancing and celebrating at The Colony House wedding reception

Family Portraits

Kevin and Rachel with family portrait at the sweetheart table at The Colony House Kevin and Rachel with friends group portrait at The Colony House sweetheart table

Why The Colony House is One of the Best Wedding Venues in Anaheim

The Colony House has quickly become one of my favorite venues to shoot in Orange County. The recently renovated space offers a rare combination of modern industrial design, natural elements like the living green wall, and versatile lighting that works beautifully for both ceremonies and receptions. The venue's layout flows naturally from ceremony to cocktail hour to reception, which keeps the day moving smoothly and gives guests a seamless experience.

For couples who want a stylish, contemporary wedding in the heart of Anaheim, The Colony House delivers. It's photogenic from every angle, the staff is professional, and the venue's aesthetic works with a wide range of wedding styles, from classic and elegant to modern and minimalist.

Planning Your Colony House Wedding

If you're considering The Colony House for your wedding, or if you're looking for a wedding photographer anywhere in Orange County or Southern California, I'd love to hear from you. Kevin and Rachel's wedding is a perfect example of what happens when a great venue, a beautiful couple, and a comfortable photographer-client relationship all come together.

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