Zand Katwijk, Grandcafe aan Zee - South Holland, Netherlands Beach Elopement Photo Story Award

Beach wedding image of a couple stepping on sand and into the wind at ocean

A Beach Wedding Picture of the couple stepping on the sand and into the wind at the ocean

As the couple steps into the wind, the breeze catches the bride's gown and reveals the practical tennis shoes that she wore for her wedding ceremony. 

This couple — clearly ready to expect the unexpected — planned an autumn wedding at Zand Katwijk, South Holland, the Netherlands. Despite the fact that it was a chilly, windy day, the two were feeling bold and beautiful. They said their vows to one another at a venue near the beach with their closest family members and friends in attendance, and then retreated to a local hotel for a romantic portrait session. 

Katwijk aan Zee, Zuid-Holland wedding picture of groom getting ready at home in a bathroom mirror

Wedding Photos in Katwijk aan Zee, Zuid-Holland | Getting ready in a small bathroom at home

Tucked into a small bathroom inside his home, the groom readies himself for the ceremony. 

An Emotional an Exceptional Netherlands Wedding Photo of brides father gasping as he sees bride in dress

Netherlands Exceptional Wedding Photography | The brides father gasps in awe as he sees the bride in her dress

The bride's father gasps in awe and looks to the heavens as he processes the fact that his daughter is about to become a wife. He is clearly amazed by her calm demeanor and radiant beauty.

 

Beach Pavillion Wedding Ceremony Photo at Katwijk aan Zee, Netherlands of family and friends with couple

Beach Pavillion Wedding Photo - Katwijk aan Zee, Netherlands | closest family members and friends attend the couples marriage ceremony

The couple, along with their guests, laugh and smile during their intimate wedding ceremony. They included their closest family members and friends, and made sure that everyone felt as if they were part of the experience.

Katwijk aan Zee, Netherlands Wedding Photo of bride and groom during cake cutting and feeding

Zand - Katwijk - Netherlands Wedding Photographer | The groom is about to give his new wife a bite of cake

He had already committed to sharing his life with his new bride, but the groom still had one more difficult decision to make — does he give his new wife a bite of cake, or keep the entire delicious piece to himself? He laughs at himself as he considers his deceptive prank during the wedding reception. The bride, with her good sense of humor, laughs along with him.

 

South Holland, Netherlands Wedding Portrait of bride and groom on red hotel stairs

South Holland, Netherlands Wedding Portrait Photographer | The bride and groom poses for an artistic portrait

The couple poses for an artistic portrait within the winding staircase at a nearby hotel.

A seaside, sunset wedding picture at Katwijk Beach of brides bouquet toss and catch

Seaside Wedding Images, Katwijk Beach | The bride tossed her bouquet on the beach

The bride tossed her bouquet on the beach at sunset. Delighted by the fact that one of her best friends caught her wedding day blooms, she wraps her up in a warm embrace.

 

Katwijk Beach Netherlands Picture from a Wedding with special music played for newlyweds

Netherlands Pictures from a Beach Club Wedding | a special song is played for the newlyweds

At the end of the night, a special song is played for the newlyweds as well as their family. The family gathered side-by-side and stayed as close as possible, knowing that distant was required for much of the past year and that they had to appreciate this moment of togetherness. It was a moving moment for all in attendance.

 

Katwijk Netherlands Wedding Portrait of couple sitting for a traditional and romantic portrait

Beachclub Zand Katwijk Netherlands Wedding Portrait | The couple sits for a nice portrait

The couple sits for one final portrait that showcased their bright and vibrant personalities with a traditional and romantic pose.