If you’re dreaming of a fall wedding filled with golden light, sentimental details, and Midwest charm, Alex and Bethany’s day in Manchester, Iowa, is pure inspiration. As a northeast Iowa wedding photographer, I can’t help but love when a couple’s story and surroundings blend so perfectly — from their Catholic church ceremony to golden hour portraits at Backbone State Park and a joyful reception in Edgewood. Every part of this day captured the heart of Northeast Iowa in the fall and the joy of the Ockenfels first day as husband and wife.