Nashville Intimate Micro Home Wedding with Backyard Gender Reveal | Kalilah and Trey

My journey with Kalilah and Trey began with their romantic surprise proposal at The Hermitage Hotel, which you can read about here. From that unforgettable moment, they envisioned a wedding that was equally intimate and personal. Photographing their home ceremony allowed me to capture the same authentic joy and connection I saw on the day of their proposal. It gave me the chance to capture their personal moments, laughter, and the joy of celebrating with close family and friends. Their living room had been transformed for the ceremony: furniture cleared, chairs set up, and an octagon-shaped metal arch placed in front of the fireplace. It served as the backdrop for the vows and fit naturally into the space. The rest of the décor, including floral and personal touches, was arranged by the family.

Planning an Intimate Micro Home Wedding in Nashville

Intimate micro weddings at home allow couples to celebrate in a personal and comfortable space. Kalilah and Trey’s living room was cleared and thoughtfully arranged to make the ceremony feel meaningful. As a photographer, I loved capturing how the layout, décor, and personal touches shaped the space and set the tone for the day.

Capturing the Ceremony

Trey ran down the aisle, high-fiving guests, his excitement filling the room. When Kalilah came down the staircase in her modern one-shoulder dress with a puffed sleeve, his gaze never left her. Capturing the way he looked at her created some of the most genuine, in-the-moment images of the day.

During the vows, I moved quietly through the living room, photographing the couple’s expressions, laughter, and the small gestures that made the moment personal. I also stepped onto the second-story landing to take aerial shots, giving a view of the room filled with their closest family and friends, showing the intimacy of this micro home wedding.

Portraits, Family Moments, and Toasts

After the ceremony, I photographed the couple with their guests. I love capturing candid interactions, laughter, and moments that feel natural rather than posed. Group shots, scrunched-together family photos, and wider aerial views all contributed to telling the story of this small, intimate celebration. Later, we went back inside for toasts from family and friends. The laughter, heartfelt words, and warm reactions during these toasts created some of the day’s most memorable and authentic moments.

Backyard Gender Reveal

The celebration continued in the backyard for the gender reveal. Trey hit a golf ball that exploded into a cloud of pink powder. The soon-to-be big sister’s excitement was priceless. I focused on capturing her reaction along with the surrounding celebration — the hugs, laughter, and joy that filled the backyard. These spontaneous and heartfelt moments are exactly why I love photographing intimate micro home and backyard weddings.

Why Intimate Micro Home Weddings Work

Kalilah and Trey’s wedding reminded me how much personality and connection a smaller, personal space can hold. Intimate home and backyard weddings allow couples to be present, comfortable, and surrounded by those who matter most. From the ceremony in the living room, to indoor toasts, to the backyard gender reveal, I was able to capture moments that were personal, authentic, and full of life.

Documenting these celebrations is incredibly rewarding — every laugh, glance, and tiny detail tells a story that will last a lifetime.

If you’re planning an intimate, home, micro, or backyard wedding in Nashville, I’d love to help you capture every authentic moment. From heartfelt vows to laughter-filled toasts and joyful backyard celebrations, I’ll make sure your day is documented exactly as it feels. Reach out today to talk about your wedding and see how we can tell your story through photography.