Megan + Blake's classic Carolina Inn wedding is featured on the inspirational UK wedding blog b.loved today. Thanks so much, Louise, for showcasing this gorgeous affair. Please go see the full feature HERE and leave the couple some love! : )
CLAIRE + BLAKE - Artspace Wedding
You may remember this gorgeous couple from their rainy day engagement session. : ) Claire & Blake were married at All Saints Chapel in Raleigh, North Carolina, and had a SLAMMIN' celebration afterward at Artspace.
Just LOOK how much they love each other! It makes me so happy to see one of my friends find her match. Shooting this wedding was delightful, because everyone was SO sweet and SO on top of things. The day went flawlessly, and Claire & Blake make one beautiful couple!
Bride's dress: Paloma Blanca, purchased at Bridal Boutique of North Carolina Bride's shoes: Kate Spade Bridesmaids' dresses: After Six, purchased at Victoria's Bridal Couture Groom and groomsmen attire: Jos. A. Bank Makeup: Michelle Planté, friend of the bride Hair: Sadi Dorrier, sister-in-law of the bride Florals: Dogwood Tree Floral Designs Coordinator: Megan Barlow, friend of the bride Ceremony music: Arioso Strings Cake: Ashley Cakes DJ: Randy Bennett of Joe Bunn DJ Co. Caterer: Catering Works Invitations & Programs: emDotzee Designs
Fun fact: During college, Claire and I studied abroad together in Sydney, Australia, and we took a darkroom class together at the College of Fine Arts of UNSW. It was during this time that I discovered my love of photography, and Claire shared that experience with me. So, shooting her and Blake's wedding holds an extra special place in my heart. : )
Thanks a ton to Nathan Clendenin of Cana Collective for helping me document this happy day!
Penny is such a cute pup!
Claire got Blake a really nice Armani watch, and he made sure to set it to their wedding date... the 12th!
Beautiful.
These bridesmaids = gorgeous and fun!
Claire's grandfather officiated the ceremony, which made it extra meaningful for them.
This little boy was SO adorable riding on the trolley for pictures.
SO HAPPY!
There were AWESOME dancers in this crowd!
CLAIRE + BLAKE ENGAGED!
Claire and Blake are two friends of mine, and I met up with them in North Carolina for their e-shoot.. and what an adventurous e-shoot it was. : ) We started the session in a downtown area and right when we got rolling, it decided to POUR, so we hopped into a random soda shop for a few minutes hoping it would let up soon. About 20 minutes later, we continued to duck under awnings, front porches, etc. We decided to go ahead and head north to the lake for the second portion of the shoot, and we were greeted with some really nice light. The couple's adorrrable pup Penny joined us for some shots toward the end. C+B, I had a fun time with y'all (thanks for being so willing in the rain!), and I'm really looking forward to shooting your wedding next spring!
Always good to carry a golf umbrella in your car. Thanks, Dad. ; )
LOVE.
PENNY!
MEGAN + BLAKE - The Carolina Inn Wedding
Oh, how I love photographing UNC alums; it usually means I get to go back to my old [college] stomping grounds and bask in the beauty of Chapel Hill. : )
Megan & Blake were married at the beautiful Carolina Inn on UNC's campus. All morning it rained and rained, but by the afternoon... the sky opened up, the clouds parted and we were able to get outside! I met Megan in college and she has one of the kindest spirits I know. It was such a treat meeting Blake and both of their families.
Bridal gown: purchased at David's Bridal Bridesmaids attire: J.Crew Groom: suit - J.Crew, shoes - Lacoste, bow tie & pocket square - J. Press Groomsmen attire: tuxedos - JoS. A. Banks, bow ties - J. Press Makeup and hair: Bella Trio Salon Florals: Tre Bella Florist Cake: Lynn's Traditions Ceremony music: Musician's Booking Agency Ceremony coordinator: Samantha from Bliiss by Sam Reception music: Doug Burns Band Caterer & rentals: Carolina Inn Reception coordinator: Devon Schwartz of the Carolina Inn Rings: Conroy & Wilcox
Enjoy this gorgeous couple's wedding day! I wish you guys the best of the best in your future together. It was a pleasure to photograph your beautiful day. : )
Megan was going to wear her mother's necklace (on the left) before Blake gave her a lovely pearl necklace as a wedding day gift. She tied her mom's to her wrist. : )
You are beautiful, Megan!
Handsome fellas!
This bridal party was SO incredibly fun to work with...
L.O.V.E. anyone? : )
One of Megan's sisters caught the bouquet and her other sister got a bud! haha... : )
