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freelance creative / art director + producer
lifestyle • editorial • wedding photography
film + digital | ral • avl
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a few weddings from the past few months, photographed on film and digital.

a wedding is a lot bigger than two people.

every couple put a lot of themselves into the day, from the people they bring together to the things they spend months choosing. we want them to have photographs of the parts they remember and the things they never got to see.

we photographed it. these are the amazing folks who made these happen:

@thewholeshebangevents | @thegathering.co | @sycamorebendestate | @eventsbykiersa | @thebradfordnc | @thelittlechapel | @mimshouse | @grandfathergolfandcountryclub | @flatmountainfarm | @brushedbybec.florals | @sydneyfischerfilms | @curatedeventsraleigh | @morganscottfilms | @aprilflowersnc | @elkriverclub | @hannahlailbeauty | @hairbyaslan | @ls_planning_ | @blossomscreative | @snappeanc | @flowers_by_sol | @beautycrewmobile

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Laughing till I’m crying, crying till I’m laughing. When we die, we’ll remember how deeply we loved, how much we danced, sang, created art from our souls, and the delicious food. Mmmmm. Eating a churro as I write this 🥹 to love and the hilarious night of kareoke at a Thai restaurant and the precious babies, kittens and art.✨

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summer, on its way out. one worth lingering in a little longer

venue: @sycamorebendestate
planning: @belleameevents
florals: @flowers_by_sol
catering: @middleoftheisland
hmu: @beautycrewmobile
band: @thebandofoz
rentals: @perfecttouchrental

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Reception flowers in warm shades of peach, coral, soft yellow, and lavender 💫

The arrangements were designed in a loose, garden-inspired style, with varied heights and delicate floral details adding shape and movement. The warm palette worked beautifully with the natural wood tables and soft candlelight throughout the space.

Planning your wedding? Tell us about your vision through the inquiry form at the link in our bio 💌

@brownmountainbeach
@theevergreeneventsco
@brettdonar
@thistleandtwigflowers
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#weddingreceptionflowers #weddingcenterpieces #gardenstyleflorals #ncweddingflorist #northcarolinaweddings

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a collection of quiet moments from earlier this spring.

color gathered gently throughout the day.
film slowing everything down.
joy that never asked to perform.

the kind of celebration we’ll remember for a long time.

venue: @thebradfordnc
planning: @anthemhousenc
florist: @colorfieldsflowers
hmu: @weddedkiss
dj: @djsonthehalfshell
rentals: @curatedeventsraleigh
catering: @rocky_top_caters

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The sweetest couple, the dreamiest details, and florals that were an absolute joy to create. We can’t get over how stunning this day turned out!

@sage.thegatheringco
@thebradfordnc
@undertheoakcatering
@brettdonar
@sydneyfischerfilms
@alleventsdjsnc
@brushedbybec.florals
@curatedeventsraleigh
@cordaentertainment
@ryanpoling

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christie & hao at the little chapel at haven ridge.

the kind of day where the taste was obvious, but the heart was the whole point.

elegant, sentimental, thoughtful, and warm, but never overworked, never trying to be anything it wasn’t.

full of friends, feeling, and the kind of quiet ease that made the whole day feel deeply personal.

two people full of love, and clearly very loved themselves, for very good reason..

mix of film + digital

venue: thelittlechapel
planner: @ls_planning_
florals: @blossomsfloristbakery
catering: @snappeanc
videography: @nathanrivers
dj: @discoboxx

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Today marks 5 years since our first date and 1 week married. To my very best friend - I can’t wait to know you forever! 🤍

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elevated, effortless and entirely in their element. a perfect weekend in banner elk with kathryn + drew and their most loved people.

dream team:
planner: @thewholeshebangevents
venue: @elkriverclub
video: @morganscottfilms
florals: @aprilflowersnc
makeup: @hannahlailbeauty
hair: @aslan.shirley
band: @spikedtheband
painter: @kh0p

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an absolute masterclass in spring color.

when gabby and pt started planning their wedding, they leaned into a vibrant, intentional palette and the result was nothing short of an dream. from the perfectly curated mismatched bridesmaid dresses to that unbelievable floral arch, every single detail was elevated, joyful and completely them.

but beyond the stunning design, what we love most about this day is the energy. relaxed, present and just ridiculously happy. this is exactly what we mean when we say we want your photos to look the way the day felt.

digital + film

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The sweetest spring lineup ☁️🍭🌼

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just sent off McKenna and Alex’s wedding film and I’m in my feels! I adore these two and feel so grateful for the people I get to cross paths with working this job!!

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