The Nest at Josies Farm

03/26/2026

I have a question… Have you ever hugged a Highland cow?

Like… really hugged one… face in the fluff, hands in the hair, questioning every life choice that didn’t lead you here sooner?

No?

Okay... well, we’re fixing that.

🐮 COW CUDDLES: THE PADDY EXPERIENCE IS OFFICIALLY HERE 🤎

Cow Cuddles: The Paddy Experience... a slow, cozy, joy-filled moment in the pasture with the softest, shaggiest, most lovable mini Highland cow you’ve ever seen.

His name is Pádraig (Paddy)… and he is, quite literally, built for this 🤎

This is intentional, unhurried time where you can:
🐮 cuddle Paddy (yes, he’s that soft)
🛁 brush his iconic hair
🥕 feed him snacks (instant best friend status)
📸 take photos or upgrade to professional images
💙 breathe, laugh, and forget your phone exists for a minute

We’ve created multiple package options depending on how deeply you’d like to emotionally attach yourself to a cow 😌

Let me put it this way:
You could go out to dinner this weekend…
spend $100… forget what you ordered by Tuesday…
or you could hug a Highland cow & get your photos taken.
One feeds you for an hour.
One emotionally changes you as a person.
I trust you’ll make the right decision. 🐮🤎

BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE:

11/01/2025

🎃👻 ALL TREATS & NO TRICKS SALE! 👻🎃

You heard that right... No spooky surprises here! Just a sweet deal that disappears when the clock strikes MIDNIGHT TONIGHT! 🕛

📸 $150 Immediate Family Sessions for 2026

But HURRY! Once midnight hits, this deal vanishes faster than your kids’ Halloween candy stash. 🍫

Book Below to grab your spot before it’s gone!

https://book.usesession.com/s/mQMIaYH2Eh

10/15/2025

10/06/2025

🚨 LAST CALL for FALL MINIS 🚨

Okay listen, I love you all… but also... BOOK. THE. SESSION. ALREADY.

You’ve been “thinking about it,” “meaning to do it,” or “just waiting for the leaves to change.”

Well guess what?! They changed. They’re falling. And if you wait another week, you’ll be taking photos in a bald forest.

So unless you want your family photos to look like a November episode of The Walking Dead, hit that booking link and make your photographer (hi, it’s me) sleep better tonight. 😂

🍂 Limited spots.
📸 Pretty trees.
😑 No excuses.

Fall Mini Session Location: The Nest at Josies Farm

https://book.usesession.com/s/ce4vHGiwlU

07/02/2025

So you’re venue shopping…

You’re making spreadsheets, calling your bestie who definitely thinks she’s a wedding planner now, and you’re trying to figure out why “chairs” are apparently a $900 luxury item.

Let me help you out.

If you want a wedding venue actually designed by a photographer (hi, it’s me 👋🏻), so that every single photo—getting ready to grand exit—looks like it was pulled straight from a Pinterest fever dream… well, yeah, that would be our venue.

If you want a venue that doesn’t charge extra for tables, chairs, pergolas, setup, teardown, or breathing in the general direction of a broom… also us.

Want a 2-acre garden that works for portraits at literally any time of day? Even at high noon when the sun is doing her most unholy work and there’s not a single cloud in sight? STILL US. That garden slays in full sun, baby.

Need event staff who aren’t just there, but actually help? Like real-life humans who shuttle your guests from parking to the ceremony, handle the trash, and gently shoo drunk Uncle Larry out of the hydrangeas? That’s all included. No extra fee. No hourly rate. No nonsense.

Want a custom bridal suite with LED light walls and dreamy hair-and-makeup-friendly lighting that makes your stylist cry actual tears of joy? You’re starting to catch on… yes. That’s ours too.

Grooms suite? Got it. Fully equipped for the fellas to vibe, prep, and possibly pretend they know how to tie a tie.

Oh, you wanted a gorgeous Airbnb to stay in on your wedding night where you don’t have to clean up until tomorrow? LOL, already included. We’re not monsters.

And just to sprinkle in a little more awesome… engagement photos, full wedding day photography coverage, AND a second shooter are also rolled into the package.

ALL. INCLUDED.

One price.
No nickel and diming.
No “surprise!” add-ons.
Just you, your person, your dream day… and a venue that doesn’t make you cry when you see the final invoice.

Listen, there are a lot of great venues in Central IL—but none that offer what we offer. And definitely none with a goat named Bun, but I digress 😂

Want to come see it in person? Schedule a tour. I’ll be here, casually redefining what “all-inclusive” actually means. 😆🤷🏻‍♀️

Call us for more info, or text us if youre not into phone conversations 😉 217-737-1009

03/03/2025

Why settle for a regular wedding venue when you could have The Nest at Josies Farm? 🏡✨

Here, we offer breathtaking views, gorgeous landscapes, and the kind of charm that’ll make your guests wonder if they’ve wandered straight into your Pinterest board. 🌿💍

From the bridal suite to the Airbnb, the ceremony spot to the reception, every inch of our venue screams ‘fairy tale’ – minus the evil stepmother. 🙄👑

Book a private tour now if you’re tired of the same old cookie-cutter venues and want a wedding that’s actually unique—and by 'unique,' I mean, we promise it’ll be way cooler than your aunt’s backyard. 😎

Text or call to book your tour 217-737-1009

02/17/2025

Tired of Wedding Venues That Nickel and Dime You? Yeah, Us Too…

Let’s be real—wedding planning is stressful enough without venues throwing in surprise fees like they’re Oprah handing out cars. “Oh, you wanted chairs? That’ll be extra. You’d like to eat at your own wedding? That’s an upcharge. Want to breathe? Well…”

Here at The Nest at Josies Farm, we do things differently. When you book with us, you get the entire venue + staff for the whole weekend—Friday through Sunday. No back-to-back weddings, no rushing you out for the next couple, just you, your love story, and the wedding of your dreams 🤍🖤

And because we believe in keeping things simple, our all-inclusive package means NO hidden fees, NO ridiculous surcharges, and NO “preferred vendor” nonsense. You bring the party, and we’ll provide:

✨ Engagement & full-day wedding photography from Two Twigs Photography (aka, one of Springfield’s best photographers) 📸

✨ 100 Custom Save-the-Dates OR Thank You cards

✨ Online gallery for easy family sharing (because, yes, Aunt Karen will want to see every photo)

✨ Wedding sneak peek within 48 hours (because patience is overrated)

✨ Custom artisanal glass USB for archival keepsake

✨ 65+ acres of stunning photo ops—no extra fee (Mother Nature doesn’t charge extra, and neither do we)

✨ No required caterers & NO surcharges for outside vendors

✨ Full weekend B&B access (YES, you get to sleep here too!)

✨ Bridal suite with salon-quality makeup & hair setup (Your glam squad will LOVE it)

✨On Site photography studio with professional lighting + props for the BEST wedding photos rain or shine! ☔️ ☀️

✨ A lush acre of blooms from April to November

✨ Farm animals for your guests to meet & enjoy (goats, cows, donkeys & more—all included, because cute animals shouldn’t come with a price tag)

Our 2025 is fully booked, and 2026 is filling up fast. If you want a wedding weekend that’s all about YOU, come take a private one-on-one tour with us. No crowds, no rush—just you, your fiancé, and the chance to envision your perfect day.

📅 Book your tour now—before your date is gone!
Text or call Sierra at 217-737-1009 to schedule!

01/26/2025

Had the best time at the BOS Bridal Expo today! Met so many brides for 2026 and were so excited for all the upcoming venue tours!

I think we saw every single one of our 2025 brides too! Not sure how we always snag the best couples, but we do! So excited for 2025 and 2026 at The Nest at Josies Farm ♥️

10/21/2024

🎄Capture the magic of the season with our 2024 Christmas Truck Mini Sessions!

Our charming holiday truck setup is perfect for family portraits, couple shoots, or capturing the joy of your little ones!

📅 Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024
📍 Location: Josies Farm - 21648 Old Farm Ave. Petersburg, IL
🕒 Limited spots available!

Book your session now!
https://book.usesession.com/s/ZBSDnfSJgT

09/12/2024

The Wilde Wedding

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Wilde
Saturday, September 7, 2024
The Nest at Josies Farm

DJ: Chad Burton
Cake: Ashley Anne
Catering: MISSION BBQ
Wedding Dress: Girls In White Satin Bridal and Formal Wear
Suits: Studio Suits
Hair Stylist: Morgan Roth
Make-Up Artist: Akili Swick
Photography: Two Twigs Photography

08/17/2024

2024 Fall Mini Session booking is OPEN!

Sunday, October 20th & Sunday, October 27th.

$150 to secure your spot! These WILL sell out, so snag your spot while you can!

https://book.usesession.com/s/8ZW1yBsQD