Rand Bryan House • Raleigh Wedding Photographer

Here was a sweet (and hot!) summer wedding shot with my colleague Sarah.

Location: Rand-Bryan House (Garner, NC)

Carl Schenck Memorial Forest • Raleigh Maternity Session

My friend and fellow photographer Sarah wanted to get some photos of her with her 2 year-old before her new baby brother arrived. We had such a good time walking around this cool little forest.

Location: Carl Alwin Schenck Memorial Forest (Raleigh, NC)

Private Family Farm • Garner Family Session

I returned to my friend's family farm of miniature ponies for more adorable photos!

Location: Private family farm (Garner)

JC Raulston Arboretum • Raleigh Engagement Photographer

Two of my favorite people are getting married!

Location: JC Raulston Arboretum (Raleigh, NC)

Private Family Farm • Garner Family Portraits

This little girl just turned one! Her mama is a horse-lover, and there are several miniature horses on their property. She even has one that's just her size, and is the sweetest little pony ever. What an absolutely awesome childhood this girl is going to have!

LOCATION: Private residence (Garner, NC)

Beach & Backyard Wedding • Topsail Island Wedding Photographer

A perfect day to get married on the beach!

Locations: Private Beach House (Topsail Island, NC)

All Saints Chapel & The Stockroom • Raleigh Wedding Photographer

A beautiful wedding in historic downtown Raleigh.

Locations: All Saints Chapel & The Stockroom (Raleigh, NC)

Blue Ridge Mountains • Asheville Engagement Photographer

I got to return to Asheville, one of my favorite places, for this gorgeous session! I had so much fun with my couple, who came in from Ohio to visit one of their favorite places as well. First, we stopped by Looking Glass Falls, a popular spot right off the parkway. Then we drove up to Black Balsam Knob. If you've never been to this part of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with its amazing 360-degree views, you have not seen the best of Asheville. Each step up, we were greeted with even more amazing views than the last. This was definitely a photographer's dream location, and I hope I get to return someday for another shoot!

Locations: Looking Glass Falls & Black Balsam Knob (Blue Ridge Parkway near Asheville, NC)

Runnymede Plantation • Rougemont Wedding Photographer

My good friend and colleague tied the knot at the beautiful Runnymede Plantation, a brand new venue in Rougemont. The day was absolutely perfect and gorgeous, and I'm so excited to share these special images with everyone!

Location: Runnymede Plantation (Rougemont, NC)

NC Botanical Gardens • Chapel Hill Family Photographer

It has been so much fun watching this young family grow over the past few years! I am honored they asked me to document their family again – this year, with the addition of another sweet little boy.

Location: North Carolina Botanical Gardens (Chapel Hill, NC)

The Oaks at Salem • Apex Wedding Photographer

I apologize for being insanely behind on posts! This is a pretty wedding from last fall in Apex. October always seems to be a very popular wedding month. And for good reason – the weather is usually perfect, as you can see evidenced below!

VENUE: The Oaks at Salem (Apex, NC)

NC Botanical Gardens • Chapel Hill Wedding Photographer

Erin and Dave had contacted me in the fall of 2013 and I had been looking forward to it for what seemed like an eternity! It poured during the ceremony, but thankfully we were able to take advantage of the beautiful scenery beforehand! The rain did not make the ceremony any less emotional. They had friends travel thousands of miles to be with them on this special day. They moved to the West Coast shortly after the wedding and I hope they are enjoying the warm Cali sunshine! These two were one of the most easygoing and sweet couples I've worked with, and I'm so honored they picked me to document these moments for them.

VENUE: NC Botanical Garden (Chapel Hill, NC)

St. Thomas More & Pavilions at the Angus Barn • Raleigh Wedding Photographer

This was a beautiful wedding I shot last spring with Sarah, and obviously a long-overdue post. Scroll down to see images from the most beautiful golden hour!

VENUE: St. Thomas More Catholic Church (Chapel Hill, NC), The Pavilions at the Angus Barn (Raleigh, NC)

Eno River State Park • Durham Wedding Photographer

My friend and fellow photographer got married last weekend! Sarah & Kyle asked me to take a few bride & groom portraits for them, and I'm so glad for the opportunity! After a 10-minute hike through the woods and crossing a narrow rope bridge, we arrived at the gorgeous setting. The weather and lighting were dreamy. It was a nice change being able to enjoy most of the wedding as a guest, but still be able to photograph part of a unique event. They wanted to for a natural, romantic feel and I hope I captured that for them. Here are a few of my favorites!

VENUE: Eno River State Park (Durham, NC)

Private Residence • Chapel Hill Wedding Photographer

Alex & Matt tied the knot in an intimate spring ceremony at her father's beautiful house! I had a wonderful time exploring downtown Durham with these two last year. You can view their engagement session here.

VENUE: Private residence (Chapel Hill, NC)