THE JOLYNN PHOTOGRAPHY BLOG STORIES

Alaska Engagement Photos During the Summer Solstice At this point in my life as a destination wedding photographer, it’s hard to imagine falling in love with landscapes outside of North Carolina and the East Coast. But that’s what happened when I arrived in Alaska. Alaska completely lives up to its nickname, the Final Frontier. It […]

Caitlyn’s Outdoor Bridal Portraits in the Countryside of Hamptonville Bridal sessions are one of my favorite Southern wedding traditions! I can’t help but love them even more when they take place in the stunning countryside at Firefly Haven. I had so much fun with Caitlyn during her recent bridal portrait session on a late July afternoon […]

Summer is one of my favorite wedding seasons across North Carolina! On a warm July afternoon in the Winston-Salem countryside, I was honored to be a part of a top-notch event for the summer wedding season. This Winston-Salem wedding photography editorial made an illuminating statement for couples amid wedding planning. The delicate bright florals and […]

Timeless Elegance at a Countryside Estate | Wedding Inspiration in Oxford It is no secret that timeless summer weddings in North Carolina are some of my personal favorites! Nestled in the heart of Oxford is a picturesque setting for couples seeking a blend of rustic charm and timeless elegance for their summer wedding. This enchanting […]

A summer destination wedding in the Alaskan wilderness for Casey & Jacob I am still in awe over Casey and Jacob’s Alaskan glacier wedding outside the quaint ski town of Girdwood. Casey and Jacob made the epic trip from their home in Oklahoma to enjoy a scenic destination wedding in a place where no memories […]

A Wilmington Countryside Modern Barn Venue As the first notes of summer hit this year, I had the honor of spending time at The English Country Barn of the Carolinas. Located a short drive from Wilmington and nestled in the countryside of Magnolia, sits an English barn wedding venue with a “twist” on Southern hospitality. […]

Brigitte and Christopher’s playful spring Sycamore Bend engagement session a short drive from Wrightsville Beach Brigitte and Christopher’s spring Sycamore Bend engagement session was the perfect mix of classic Southern history in a playful modern garden near the beaches of Wilmington. Their carefree personalities were a joy to watch as they shared sweet moments throughout […]

All portrait sessions I have had the honor of being a part of are special to me, but Michelle’s bridal portraits at Highrock Farms held a special moment in my heart. I met Michelle several years ago at a local gym, and we quickly grew a friendship wrapped in laughter, love, and WOD’s. Michelle’s summer […]

At every wedding, I see all kinds of traditions and special moments that make each wedding special for the couple. Every wedding I have had the honor to be part of has been special, but every now and then, I am welcomed on a wedding day that leaves a lifelong impression, and that is most […]

An exclusive interview with a leading Wake Forest wedding planner As a wedding photographer based in the Raleigh area, I understand the importance of hiring a quality wedding planner or wedding coordinator. While trying to plan a wedding, it can be difficult to know who to trust and where to start. One of the very […]