A Showstopping Floral Installation Accented an Elegant Wedding at Machine Shop

Jenna Starbeck and Sam Schumacher’s love story began with a teenage glance during driver’s ed class. “My mom remembers me gushing about a ‘cute boy’ in my class,” Jenna explains. As fate would have it, their paths intertwined once more in college, leading to a lasting love. After years of shared dreams and two dogs later, Sam proposed to Jenna, turning an ordinary day into an unexpected celebration with family and friends. The couple envisioned a floral-imbued wedding day that melded elegance with the couple’s zest for life. This vision extended into their fashion choices, with Jenna selecting a bridal gown with a fairytale skirt and Sam opting for a classic suit with a pop of color in his bright boutonniere. The wedding day unfolded beneath a breathtaking floral installation of vines, blooms and fairy lights. The couple’s dogs, Prince and Pluto, adorned in flower collars, led the procession. Jenna and Sam exchanged vows against the lush backdrop of a natural arch showcasing the bride’s beloved color palette of pink, peach and lavender. As the reception got underway, attendees found their seats and took in the scenery. “We also really enjoyed incorporating a live wedding painting of the ceremony,” Jenna said. “It was so cool to see all our guests having an interactive experience and [us] getting to take home such a gorgeous painting of our special day.”