Meagan & Joshua – Autumn Romance with a Spooky Twist at The Watson Homestead | Hiram, Maine
A Fall Fairytale in Hiram, Maine
Autumn in Maine always brings a kind of quiet magic. The air turns crisp, the leaves glow in warm shades of gold, and the light takes on that soft, cinematic quality that makes every moment feel like a story. Meagan and Joshua’s wedding at The Watson Homestead captured all of that. It was a day filled with laughter, meaning, and a few creative surprises that showed off their personality perfectly.
Getting Ready at The Homestead
The morning started in the old carriage house where Meagan got ready with her bridesmaids. The space was filled with soft sunlight and the hum of excitement as she stepped into her lace gown. Her look came together beautifully with a floral crown, pearl jewelry, and embroidered white boots that fit the rustic setting. Across the property, Joshua buttoned his brown vest and adjusted a burnt orange tie while his groomsmen helped one another with their suspenders. Every detail reflected the fall palette of terracotta, gold, and forest tones.
A Ceremony Framed in Color
As guests arrived, the ceremony space glowed in the afternoon light. The arch was draped with cream and rust-colored fabric and filled with fall florals that matched the bridesmaids’ dresses. Meagan walked down the aisle with her father as friends and family stood to watch her meet Joshua. Their vows were personal and emotional, followed by a handfasting ceremony that symbolized their bond. When they pulled the knot tight and shared their first kiss, sunlight spilled through the trees and the whole scene felt like something out of a movie.
Golden Hour Portraits
After the ceremony, we walked out to the open fields that surround The Watson Homestead. The light was perfect. The tall grass caught the sun and glowed in every direction. The wedding party laughed and relaxed while we captured the kind of portraits that only happen when everything feels easy. Meagan and Joshua twirled in the field, smiled at one another, and took in a moment just for themselves before heading to the barn for the celebration.
Celebrating in the Barn
Inside, the reception was warm and inviting. String lights hung across the beams, tables were lined with candles and greenery, and the energy was full of joy. Their first dance to “Can’t Help Falling in Love” by Haley Reinhart set the tone for the night. Guests clapped, toasted, and danced long into the evening while the barn filled with laughter and the smell of home-cooked food.
A Spooky Season Surprise
As the sun faded, Meagan shared an idea that fit her perfectly. She’s a huge fan of spooky season and all things Halloween, and the property happened to have an old cemetery nearby. We took a short walk and turned it into something creative and completely her. Wearing a denim jacket over her gown, she and Joshua posed for a few moody shots among the headstones, blending a love of romance and a little bit of eerie fun. It was unplanned and authentic, and one of those moments that felt like it could only belong to them.
Under the Stars
We ended the night with one final photo under a sky full of stars. Away from the lights, the Milky Way stretched overhead while Meagan and Joshua held each other close. It was quiet, peaceful, and the perfect way to close out a wedding day that was filled with meaning, laughter, and personality from start to finish.