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The Story Creative

@thestorycreative

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Photo & Video - Creatives committed to preserving the moments that matter most! Wilmington and Raleigh NC but love to travel, especially for love! 💕

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Baby I’m yours 💕

Planning + Design concept + Flowers @divineinspirationsweddings
Venue + Catering + Cake @merrellestateandgardens
Photographer @thestorycreative @lindsmphoto
DJ @bunndjco
Rentals @charmingandquaint + @cceventrentals
Lettering/signage @alexisscottdes
Transportation @diamondbuscompany
Official officiant @awlaysfaithfulweddingservice

#tropicalwedding #coastalwedding #divineinspirations #weddingplanning #weddingfloralstylist taken in Merrell Estate & Gardens by @thestorycreative

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10 days ago

Won’t be my last time in Montana for sure! 🦬

Becca & Matt have a peaceful, quiet love that puts others first, sacrifices whatever is needed for the other, and a type of love that doesn’t demand anything of anyone else.

Being flown to Montana to photograph a wedding of someone I’ve never met is a level of trust that I’m humbled by. @thecabinsatblacktail was a PERFECT peaceful setting for these love birds!

I’ll be thinking about this one for quite a while!

Photography: Summer with @thestorycreative
Planning: @emerypeakevents
HMU: @craftsocietysalon
Rentals: @empress_tents_events
DJ: @peakaudiomontana
Venue: @thecabinsatblacktail by @thestorycreative

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13 days ago

A gorgeous day on Bald Head Island celebrating Mr. & Mrs. Fletchner!

We dodged storms, battled humidity, and giggled our way through the day. Thank you to Hannah & Matt for trusting me to capture your wedding🎉 by @thestorycreative

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2 months ago

lilac + chartreuse + die cut garden gate?? this invitation suite was basically a movie trailer for the wedding 💍🌿

Planner | @brittanieraquelevents
Venue | @thebarnatrockcreekweddings
Photo and Video | @thestorycreative @maggieb.photo
Rentals and Draping | @designperfection
Stationery & Signage | @alexisscottdes
Tent, Dancefloor, Rentals | @perfecttouchrental
Specialty Rentals | @whitebirchrentals
Rentals | @partysuppliersandrentals
Florals | @motherofwildnc
Linens | @bbjlatavola
Catering | @saltandcharm
DJ | @level.up.ent
Cake | @snacktimesweets
Late Night Snacks | @trollystopwb @nyescreamsandwiches
Hair and Makeup | @reignbeautync
Photobooth | @photoperfectphotobooth @designsbydillonnc

North Carolina Wedding Invitations | Custom Wedding Paper | Luxury Wedding Stationery | Save The Dates | Invitation Suites | Wedding Menus by @thestorycreative

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2 months ago

In honor of Gina & Chris getting married NEXT WEEK 🤍 I seriously cannot wait to celebrate these two, from their rehearsal dinner to their big, beautiful wedding day! They are two of the sweetest souls, and the love they have for one another is so evident in everything they do. It is such an honor to capture this season of their lives, and I am so grateful to be a small part of such a meaningful day. Counting down the days! ✨

#engaged #married #wedding #photographer #weddingphotography taken in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina by @thestorycreative

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3 months ago

POV: this is your sign to elope at the courthouse!

Madeline + Braeden’s sweet rainy day elopement was so perfect and intimate ♡

#elopement #courthousewedding #ncphotographer #destinationphotographer #wilmingtonphotographer taken in Wilmington, North Carolina by @thestorycreative

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4 months ago

A day filled with so much love, laughter, and champagne! Theresa & Matthew's celebration at The Elia was one for the books 🤍
Wishing these cuties a lifetime of happiness!!!

Venue: @theeliawilmington
Planning: @theeliawilmington
Photography: @maggieb.photo @thestorycreative
Florals: @motherofwildnc
Rentals & Draping: @marthamydearrentals
Beauty: @beautycrewmobile
DJ: @carolinadjpros
Catering: @middleoftheisland
Cake: Publix Pine Valley

#WilmingtonNCWedding #TheEliaWilmington #NCWedding #weddingphotographer #2026bride taken in The Elia by @thestorycreative

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4 months ago

Introducing the Hancocks! Nothing but absolute JOY from these two!!! by @thestorycreative

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4 months ago

The most epic day with Lillie + Alex!! No words for how ELECTRIC this day was — the greens, the pops of color, the cigar lounge, the late-night snacks, live sax with the DJ, and most importantly… their LOVE.

So much more to come… this is only the beginning!

2027 couples, let’s book it BABYYY.

Planner: @brittanieraquelevents
Venue: @thebarnatrockcreekweddings
Photo and Video: @maggieb.photo @thestorycreative
Rentals and Draping: @designperfection
Signage: @alexisscottdes
Tent, dancefloor, rentals: @perfecttouchrental
Specialty Rentals: @whitebirchrentals
Rentals: @partysuppliersandrentals
Florals:@motherofwildnc
Linens: @bbjlatavola
Catering: @saltandcharm
DJ: @level.up.ent
Cake: @snacktimesweets
Late Night Snacks: @trollystopwb @nyescreamsandwiches
Hair and Makeup: @reignbeautync
Photobooth: @photoperfectphotobooth @designsbydillonnc taken in The Barn at Rock Creek by @thestorycreative

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5 months ago

Every detail tells a story. 🤍🐚💍🦪

Invitation suites. Coastal touches. The perfect bouquet. The rings that seal it all.

And behind every one of these beautiful details? A couple who made this chapel their own.

That’s what we love most about weddings here - each one reflects the couple perfectly!

Our charming chapel seats up to 120 guests, our beautiful gardens offer the perfect backdrop for photos and post-ceremony gatherings, and a private bridal room gives your wedding party a serene space to prepare for the celebration ahead.

Every element, thoughtfully in place. Every moment, yours to keep.

Searching for a church wedding venue in Wilmington, NC? The Kenan Chapel is now booking upcoming Wilmington weddings ⛪️ link in bio. taken in Wilmington, North Carolina by @thestorycreative

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5 months ago

Camry & Zach’s wedding day at The Elia was the perfect reminder that the best weddings don’t feel stiff—they feel alive.

The details were soft and romantic.
The energy was loud in the best way.
And every part of the day felt personal to them.

From the blue floral invitation suite and pearl details… to the emotional ceremony moments… to a reception entrance that had the whole room losing their minds—this Amani Affairs wedding was equal parts beautiful and FUN.

And honestly? That balance matters.

Because your wedding should absolutely look incredible.
But it should also feel like a celebration your people will talk about for years.

The laughter.
The chaos right before the ceremony.
The “OMG we actually did it” energy during the reception.
The sparkler exit where nobody wanted the night to end.

That’s the good stuff.

The Elia gave us the perfect backdrop for a day that felt modern, joyful, and completely centered around connection—and I’m still not over it.

Coordination: @AmaniAffairs
Venue & Bar: @TheEliaWilmington
Photography: @TheStoryCreative
Florals: @VisieMarie #VinylAndVines
Catering: Middle of the Island
Officiant: @Dr.RickHessmanWeddingOfficiant
Cake: @SnackTimeSweets
DJ & Lighting: @ActiveDJ
Beauty: @DalisayILM
Bridal Boutique: @BedazzledBridal
Wedding Gown: @MaggieSotteroDesigns
Bridesmaid Dresses: @Azazie
Bridal Party PJs: @Amazon
Bridal Party Gifts & Welcome Sign: @Etsy
Menswear: @JosABank
Stationery: @TheKnot
Guestbook: @LunaPaperCo
Bride: cammmmiee
Groom: @zach_futrell

#TheFutrells #WilmingtonNCWedding #RealWeddingInspiration #WeddingPlanningExpert taken in The Elia by @thestorycreative

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5 months ago

these two ARE GETTING MARRIED and I am oh so grateful to have the privilege of capturing the moment @mapu.villamil said I do 🥹!!!

#proposal #wilmingtonnc #engaged #photographer #fortfisher taken in Fort Fisher by @thestorycreative

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