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Nestled in the picturesque town of Youngsville, North Carolina, lies a hidden gem that embodies the romance, elegance, and charm of a bygone era. The Victorian Wedding Venue, true to its name, is a place where dreams of a fairytale wedding come to life amidst the grandeur and beauty of the Victorian era. With its […]

Are you and your partner searching for the perfect outdoor elopement location near North Carolina and Tennessee? With a plethora of stunning landscapes and natural wonders in this region, deciding on the ideal spot to celebrate your love can be both thrilling, and but overwhelming. To help you navigate this exciting decision, we’re here to […]

The Lockamy Plantation is the perfect wedding destination for the couple wanting a elope locally in Raleigh. Located in Angier, The Lockamy Plantation is complete with an old white church on a hillside, 40+ acres of black angus cattle & horses grazing & endless rolling hillside greenery as far as your eyes can see, dirt […]

A Raleigh Bridal Expo with a Twist Last weekend, we had a blast one at one of the most unique bridal expos in the Raleigh area. Bridal Wars Expo Raleigh takes the concept of traditional bridal shows, but turns it into a bridal competition with bachelorette party style games hosted by local wedding professionals, for you […]

A common question I get as a wedding photographer, is where should we take our engagement photos in Raleigh? There are so many outdoor locations to choose from around the Raleigh area, so I thought it’d be helpful to share my favorite outdoor Raleigh engagement locations, and why. Raleigh Engagement Photos | Duke Gardens One […]

I met Alyssa and Jordan online shortly after their engagement. Jordan planned a special surprise proposal that even the rain didn’t slow down. Their friends and family were invited to celebrate after hiding nearby. Just a few weeks after Alyssa’s surprise proposal, they celebrated their new engagement with engagement photos at JC Raulston Arboretum in […]

The question has been popped, you keep staring at your stunning engagement ring, you’re looking forward to a lifetime with your partner, and everyone is asking about your wedding plans. You think how do I even get started?!?! With a lengthy pre-wedding to-do list and so many details to arrange, the idea of planning your ceremony […]

I get it. There are a lot of wedding photographers out there, and sometimes you just don’t even know where to begin when searching. Your photographer is the sole vendor responsible for documenting your wedding. All of the details of your wedding are temporary, except your images. While we all want pretty images, but picking […]

As a wedding photographer based in Raleigh, one of the things I get asked about most often are pros & cons of doing a first look. And my response is always the same – it is based what fits you as a couple. All couples are unique, and have different visions for their wedding, and I […]

What Are Bridal Portraits? If you are new to the Raleigh area, and haven’t heard of bridal portraits before, I want to answer a few questions: What is a bridal portrait session? Why should I take bridal portraits? How should I prepare for my bridal portraits & bring to my session? Where can I take bridal […]