Tess Ender Photography's Best Moments of 2023


Each year, photographers work hard to capture the best moments from your wedding day. We post and share the moments that will highlight our work well, and that will translate for couples. It isn’t very often that we get to share our true favorites.


Sometimes a favorite photo can be about a memory, sometimes it can be about a creative angle, good composition, or great lighting. Most of these show the emotion captured in during a wedding day.


Looking back on these photos makes me feel such joy for each couple that invited me along to tell their story this year.

Couple wading and laughing together in dark river water.
Newlyweds share a candid moment in a rustic indoor venue with string lights and wooden barrels.
Two people in floral robes getting ready in a cozy indoor space.
A couple shares an intimate moment under a large tree in a grassy field.
Two people helping with formal attire preparations in bedroom.
Intimate wedding moment captured on outdoor wooden deck stairs with floral bouquet.
Two brides in white lace gowns share an intimate moment in a wildflower field.
Bridesmaids in burgundy dresses reacting with joy upon seeing bride at bottom of staircase.
Wedding attendants share a lighthearted moment on church grounds during fall season.
A wedding couple in light-colored attire walks together while guests in sage green dresses applaud.
Newlyweds share cake during their wedding reception beside an elegant tiered white cake.
Intimate autumn wedding portrait captures tender moment between newlyweds in a golden field.
Bridesmaids in black dresses laugh while holding white bouquets during autumn wedding.
Joyful newlyweds laugh while cutting their wedding pizza together.
Couple in wedding attire walking together in an autumn field with trees in background.

A moment for the details...


Because I never feel like I share these enough. Going in to 2023, I felt like I really wanted to push myself with detail photos to get creative and find the confidence I wanted for these. While detail photos aren't the photos that get framed and hung on your wall, they tend to highlight all of the planning and thought that went into your day. Here's a collection of my favorite detail moments from last year.

Elegant orange and white roses arranged on wooden table at wedding reception.
Wedding rings in black velvet box with citrus slices and greenery on wooden surface.
Modern wedding table setting with black plates and orange floral centerpieces on macrame runner.
Bridal details including white floral bouquet, veil, and ivory heels against brick wall.
Wedding rings in wooden box with burgundy dahlias and orange roses floral arrangement.
Wedding invitation suite with floral details and wedding rings displayed on dark wooden surface.
Wedding details flatlay with peachy florals, rings, and beige shoes on rustic wooden background.
Vibrant fall wedding bouquet with orange and yellow flowers next to brown boots and blue sandals.
Wedding stationery and pearl-studded sandals arranged on flowing fabric.
Ring box display with delicate white floral decorations and gold necklace on wooden surface.
Wedding stationery and ring box styled with roses and greenery on dark surface.
Elegant display of chocolate truffles, petit fours, and pastel macarons on wooden platters.
Wedding invitation suite with tulle veil, rings, and red rose on wooden background.
Wedding details including jewelry, cards, and floral decor arranged on a rustic wooden surface.
White sandals and floral bouquet on rustic wooden deck in sunlight.