Bow and Arrow Ranch Wedding in Whitmore, California

Weddings
Written By Jen Peterson
Rustic wedding collage: a couple embraces beside a weathered red barn and tree, above details of a boutonniere, colorful bouquet, rings, and bridal gown.

Kasey + Jason

Kasey and Jason are MARRIED!! Their beautiful ranch wedding at Bow and Arrow Ranch in Whitmore, California was such a joy to be a part of, and we’re so excited to finally share more from their day!

From the moment we arrived, it was easy to see why they chose this venue. Bow and Arrow Ranch is absolutely stunning! Their ceremony and reception both overlooked the huge pond, surrounded by the gorgeous Northern California landscape. And once golden hour arrived?! The entire property lit up in the most incredible way. It was the perfect backdrop for such a special celebration.

A Wedding Day That Felt Like Them

One of our favorite things about Kasey and Jason’s wedding was how much personality was woven throughout the day.

Kasey completely made her bridal look her own with a beautiful white pantsuit paired with white embroidered cowgirl boots. It was fun, elegant, a little western, and just felt so perfectly her! Jason and the guys complemented the ranch setting in jeans, crisp white button-up shirts, and brown and khaki suit jackets.

But maybe one of the most memorable parts of the day was when Kasey and Jason grabbed their fishing poles and spent a little time fishing together in the pond!

How many couples can say they went fishing on their wedding day?!

It was such a fun moment to photograph because it wasn’t about creating some perfectly posed wedding-day experiences. It was simply the two of them enjoying something together in the middle of all the celebrating—and those are often the moments we love documenting most.

The Sweetest Private Dance

Before the reception festivities really got going, Kasey and Jason shared an incredibly sweet moment with their parents.

In front of an old barn on the property, they had a private first dance with them. Away from the busyness of the reception, they had a few quiet minutes together to soak in the significance of the day.

It was soooo sweet!

Wedding days move quickly, and we love when couples intentionally create little pockets of time like this to be present with the people who mean the most to them.

A Reception to Remember

Once the dancing started, everyone was ready to CELEBRATE!

Kasey and Jason’s reception was one to remember, with a packed dance floor, lots of laughter, and their closest friends and family having the best time together. After such a meaningful day, it was so much fun watching everyone let loose and celebrate the newlyweds!

Kasey and Jason, thank you for inviting us into such an important day in your lives. It was truly an honor to document your wedding celebration and all of the big, little, hilarious, and heartfelt moments that made it yours. We are so happy for you both and can’t wait for you to relive your day through these images for years to come!

Congratulations, Kasey and Jason!! 🤍

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Wedding Vendors

The Venue | Bow and Arrow Ranch
Wedding Coordinator | Tephi Ziemke
Catering | Rex Bohn & Dill’s Deli
Florist | Hannah Bailey & Tephi Ziemke
DJ/Entertainment | Shasta Sound
Bridesmaid Dresses | Azazie
Videographer | Flower & Oak

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Jen Peterson

Hello There! I’m Jen, a wedding and portrait photographer based in Northern California. I love capturing the personal connections between my clients in a bright, fun, and creative way. 

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