Wedding Photography

JuneBug Retro Resort Wedding- Timeless Bride and Groom Style

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I am so in love with the JuneBug Resort. Such an amazing idea! It’s not only fabulous to look at with the many different styles of campers they have, but it’s great for wedding parties that want places to stay for a group. It was definitely on the “Must Photograph” bucket list for me.

The style for the day was a timeless, classic wedding…with a twist. The Wedding Venue obviously added in some retro style, but we also went with a unique wedding bouquet and boutonniere, made by the fabulous Button Florist. We picked out a custom color palette especially for this wedding, to compliment the plum colored tux that was chosen. It just popped so beautifully with his Tux and her Bouquet in this vibrant color, against the backdrop of the shiny, chrome camper. It was gorgeous and fit the bride and groom style we were going after.

This was also one of the most amazing bridal hair moments of the season! Tia with Brush Fire Artistry did an amazing job at capturing this classic and slightly vintage style for the bride.

Thank you to all the vendors for making this day so beautiful!

VENDOR PARTY PEOPLE

Venue - JuneBug Retro Resort

Photography- Studio Misha

Bridal Fashions (Dress, Veil, Jewelry) - Wildflower Bridal

Tuxedo- Mitchells Tuxedos

Cuff links- Nora Julia Jewelry

HMUA- Tia Ray Hixon- Brush Fire Artistry

Bouquet- The Button Florist

Bride Model - Kayla Morgan Beavers

Groom Model- Luke Marshall Haynes

Assistant Photographer- MCW Photography

Kansas + Trey - A Vibrant & Colorful Autumnal Wedding

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This was one of the most amazing fall weddings of my career! The colors were just bursting, and right at their peak. Usually it’s either too early, too late, or there was a big storm that knocked off all the leaves LOL. The weather was perfect, not too cold, not hot, and the rain held off for most of the day until the very end of the reception. The colors of the bridesmaids dresses mixed with the hand made flower crowns and the gorgeous bouquets made by Natalie of Mountain Life Services were so perfect for the backdrop of fall colors. I loved the BOHO feel Kansas planned, with her wedding dress, that YES, was perfect for her, and especially the macrame ceremony arch that she was able to get done in time. Kansas, you did an amazing job of coordinating all this into such a beautiful day.

The ceremony was down at the bottom of their hill amidst the trees, with a beautiful spot picked out to plant their red-wood tree, which was their first task as husband and wife. Catering was by Mama Bear’s BBQ and man was it good! Everyone ate and enjoyed the rockin’ music of the Random Strangers. First Dances (Some of the best moves from a mother and son I’ve ever seen!), Toasts with heartfelt words and laughs, cake made with love by family, and a sparkler send off. Congrats to you guys, Kansas and Trey, and a love-filled and beautiful day. What a wonderful beginning to your loves together. Wishing you many wonderful years ahead with more love, laughter, and joy to fill your hearts.

VENDORS WHO ROCK

Photography and Video: Studio Misha

Makeup: Beauty by Whitssworld

Hair: Shaylon Tierra Rice

Flowers: Natalie Jones with Mountain Life Services Inc.

Cake: Kay Jones

Catering: Mama Bear's Food Truck

Band: Random Strangers

Rentals- Professional Party Rentals

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Katelynn + Kyle- Wedding in the Gardens of WhiteGate Inn & Cottage

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Another gorgeous wedding at the historic WhiteGate Inn & Cottage in Asheville, NC. Only this time it was outside in the beautiful and lush gardens. The setting just HAD to be amazing to match the beauty of this couple! Katelynn and Kyle were beaming with excitement to get married and finally have the wedding day they have been waiting for. Like so many COVID couples this year, it may not have been their exact plan, but when it’s time, it’s time! So here they were, joining their lives together forever. They had a letter box that they sealed a letter in to be opened on their one year anniversary, and then so on for every anniversary after. I have always loved that tradition.

It was truly a magical day and I was so honored to be there to share in it as their wedding photographer. No matter how many weddings I photograph I will never stop loving them! It’s such a beautiful moment, and I hope that my photographs help bring these precious memories back to you both for decades to come. Best wishes for a long, and joy filled life together. May you always find partnership and compassion in your days with each other, and plenty of laughter and love too. And never stop taking pictures Kyle! I loved that you had your instant camera there also, to snap a few pics to enjoy instantly.

VENDORS TO LOVE

Photography- Studio Misha

Venue- WhiteGate Inn & Cottage

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T + R Tie The Knot at WhiteGate Inn & Cottage-- Asheville, NC Wedding

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Whether the guest list is 200 or 2, a wedding is still, at its core, about love and commitment. The two most important people are there, standing before each other and pledging to join their lives together forever. And that’s why I love weddings so much, because I just LOVE love!!!

It was wonderful to see this amazing couple say their vows and the love that was shining in their eyes when they looked at each other. Another little wedding day sprinkle came and went during the ceremony and then we were outside to complete our couple’s portraits. Everything was green and lush as we strolled around the gardens snapping pics along the way. T’s dress was GORGEOUS!! I’m a huge fan of wedding dresses of all kinds, but the billowy, cupcake, princess ones have a special place in my heart.

Inside for cake and our day came to a sweet end; with the bride and groom sharing in their first task together and cutting the cake. WhiteGate’s Inn’s chef is so talented and makes an amazing cake! Congratulations to you both, and I wish you so much joy and love throughout your many years.

VENDORS

Venue- WhiteGate Inn & Cottage

Flowers- Merrimon Florist

Whtiegate Inn Steampunk Elopement- Kelly + Ryan

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I have officially had my first Steampunk wedding! Why it’s taken this long I’ll never know but this is definitely a favorite of mine. Their outfits were AMAZING!! The Whitegate Inn was a fitting setting with its vintage style and antique pieces throughout. Some scattered rain clouds brought the wedding indoors, but the fireplace set a magical ambiance, and the couple’s 6 foot distance measurement bar kept everyone safe. It was a comical nod to the ever uninvited guest…COVID.

I loved the special touches Kelly and Ryan had in their ceremony. A beautiful letter box which held a sealed love letter to each other to be read on their one year anniversary. They will continue the ritual replacing and reading the new letters every year there after. And the combining of spirits in a monogrammed decanter, symbolizing the joining of their lives, and the sharing of each other in their union. And always a great way to drink some whiskey during the ceremony! (Tipping my hat to your genius) All sealed with a kiss while family cheered on in the room and from iPhones.

The weather outside was perfect for photos, with just an occasional sprinkle coming down. Kelly and Ryan were a vision in Steampunk as they walked around the gorgeous gardens loving each other in their post nuptial bliss. We got some sweet couple portraits, and of course, details of their bride and groom fashions. Kelly, I am going to search for those boots online! OMG they were fabulous.

Another beautiful wedding for 2020 despite the craziness of the world. And what a joy to see them so happy together. Many joyful wishes to you both for a lifetime of love, happiness, and dressing up together. I was honored to be there to witness your special day as your photographer.

VENDORS

Venue - 1889 WhiteGate Inn & Cottage

Photography - Studio Misha Photography

Flower- Merrimon Florist

Lodge at Bear River Classic Asheville Wedding - Gee Gee + Brandon

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With an amazing venue like The Lodge at Bear River it was easy to be inspired to plan a wedding shoot.  Nestled among the mountains and right by the riverside, it is Asheville Style at it’s best.

We actually started the plans with a string quartet from Carolina Music Planner.  With this elegant ceremony element we continued to build the rest of the day with classic elements.  Kathy at Mitchell’s Tuxedos helped Brandon pick out a deep blue tux with pink accents.  And Gee Gee, loving all thing glam, loved the exquisite bead work on the Martina Liana dress from Wedding Inspirations Boutique.  Shawnte and Julie, the store owner, are masterful at helping pick out the perfect dress.  They knew what accentuated her shape the best and also paired the dress with the style of the day. With the two most important outfits chosen we now knew our color scheme.  We picked out a place setting, and spoke with Natalie at Mountain Life Services about flowers.  She grows most of her own flowers, which is amazing!! And after we told her about our plans and style choices, she knew exactly what to do.  The whole venue was transformed after she affixed buckets and buckets of fresh flowers everywhere; the arbor outside, the fireplace mantle and table settings, and some small decorative vases of flowers to place around.  Also, a key to any good wedding day is food!  Fresh As Can Be Catering provided us with a few platters for the tables.  I love this new trend of “grazing” since hunger doesn’t always wait for the main course at a wedding.  It’s always nice to snack!  And then of course desert from Gateaux Cakes and Pastries.  Lindsay is a genius and her shop smells amazing!! Makes you want to buy like 10 pies.  Her experience and expertise with cakes and confections is quite impressive.  

On the morning of the big day, Whitley and Lindsey from Hair and MU were magical.  It’s so important to have a beauty team that knows their stuff!!  Lindsey checked the bride’s makeup outside in the natural light and I was amazed.  Our fabulous musicians showed up and we began to get the ceremony site set up. Once Gee Gee and Brandon got dressed we were on. It’s a shame that, only after about 10-15 shots or so, a wall of rain came at a fast clip towards down the mountain headed right for us. Crystal gave a holler and off we ran. It was a cool blessing in disguise though because I loved the shots inside so much more. After that, dancing, table settings, and cake!!

The elements of the day all came together in a magical way and we had a blast doing it.  For me the highlight of the day is when Gee Gee and Brandon shared a dance in front of the fireplace, as the music from the string quartet echoed through Lodge and touched the hearts of everyone there.  It was truly a beautiful and romantic event.

VENDORS I LOVE WHO MADE IT HAPPEN

Photography- Studio Misha Photography                                

Venue- The Lodge at Bear River

MUA- Lindsey Rourke, Crafted Beauty Asheville

Hair Stylist- Whitley Hunter, Beauty by Whitssworld

Ceremony Musicians- Carolina Music Planner

Bridal Fashions- Wedding Inspirations Boutique

Groom’s Fashion- Mitchell’s Tuxedos

Flowers- Mountain Life Services

Cake- Gateaux Cakes & Pastries

Catering- Fresh As Can Bee Catering

Bride- Gee Gee Palmore

Groom- Brandon Sconiers

PUBLISHED IN THE 2020 ISSUE OF NORTH CAROLINA BRIDAL MAGAZINE

Mackenzie + David - A Beautiful Mini-Wedding in the Gardens at Whitegate Inn & Cottage

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It all started with a picturesque and gorgeous day in Asheville, NC, perfect for a wedding outdoors.  Luckily it wasn’t scheduled for the day before when it was snowing and there were huge gusts of wind making it feel in the negatives!  So on this beautiful day, Mackenzie and David joined their lives forever among the company of their closest friends and family.  And joy was everywhere!

David showed how much he knew his beautiful wife to be with sparkly glitter paper wrapping his special gift; inside was a blue “I Do” handkerchief which was greatly needed later in the day when the tears were flowing, and a blue hydrangea which was her favorite.  And this handkerchief was tucked smartly away in her pockets!  Yes, wedding dress trends are bringing pockets into the mix, which can be so versatile and helpful on the big day. 

Mackenzie was the epitome of a gorgeous bride.   The wedding dress was chic and elegant, with a white and green bouquet with of course, hydrangeas!  It was so sweet to see the love and deep connection that she had with her friends and family there while getting ready in the suite. 

Her Father First Look was so sweet.  This started the never-ending flow of tears between father and daughter.   Almost choked me up a few times.  He whispered some words of wisdom in her ear and then they were off for their big walk down the aisle (well, the garden path).  The small gathering of family and friends were waiting by an eager and emotional David as she approached the ceremony site.  Despite the fact that we’re still in winter, this garden was still colorful and lively with greenery and a few budding trees.  Mackenzie and David said I Do, exchanged rings, and then we were off to family photos.   Thank goodness The Whitegate Inn has such extensive grounds, because were all able to group together on a perfect little patch of green with the sun shining in the background.  It lit up her veil like a halo and put the beautiful Inn as the backdrop to all the family photos. 

Finally, first dances, a special song from one of her close friends, and cake and champagne to finish off the day.  Grandma provided the toasting glasses which she told me were almost 50 years old! If I remember correctly, it was from her own wedding day, so special! AND I got my first piece of wedding cake in over 15 weddings LOL.  It was so scrumptious!  Almond and vanilla with buttercream icing. 

My heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to this amazing couple as they start their first year of married life together.  May the joy you felt on this glorious day shine through your countless year together. 

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VENDORS WHO ROCK!

Venue- Whitegate Inn and Cottage

Hair and Make up- About the Face with Kayce M. Young

Country Chic Wedding in the Summer at Zimmerwald Estate Barn and Grainery

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This was truly a chic, country style wedding complete with barn, miniature donkeys, pies and of course sunshine! Loved this venue for its versatility. The largest barn I’ve ever seen, with lots of space for large tables and then an upstairs too! And the grounds were gorgeous. We shot at the second barn on the property and also in the field by the ceremony site. The all green and white bouquet was a elegant and beautiful touch to her ensemble. And this dress with pockets!…I can’t even. It made this gorgeous look for our bride a little more fun and playful. The whole bridal look is from Wedding Inspirations Bridal Boutique, including hair piece, necklace, bracelet, and wedding dress, of course. And I can’t thank Kathy enough for helping our groom pick out this tux! It was something I never would have thought for him but it was PERFECT! The venue was really the focal point here, so the flowers, and looks for the bride and groom were simple and lightly colored so it went together in a harmonious way.

Thank you to my amazing bride and groom and the vendors that made this day a huge success!

Vendors Extraordinarie

Photography- Studio Misha Photography

Venue- Zimmerwald Estate Barn and Grainery

Hair- Britton Asheville with Eclipse Salon

Beauty- Sydney Elizabeth Blair

Flowers- The Asheville Florist

Cake- Baked Pie Company

Bridal Fashion-  Wedding Inspirations Bridal Boutique

Groom’s Fashion- Mitchell’s Tuxedos

Pottery- Lori Theriault with Crazy Green Studios

These pies were the best pies I’ve EVER TASTED!

The crust was delicious and perfectly baked, and then the fillings were mouth wateringly perfect!

And I love how couples are not strictly adhering to cakes all the time.

They are choosing what they love and making it personal!

Want to see this published!

Check out North Carolina Bridal Magazine

Jessica + Derek- Rain Drops, Sunflowers & Mini Pies at Timber Hall

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I have been so fortunate to work with Jessica and Derek for a few photo sessions now. We did a CrossFit themed engagement session and then another engagement session at Biltmore. Totally different but all a true and wonderful part of them. I got to see how they interact together, and see the love that is expressed between the two of them in all things. And there’s always laughter, which is so important!

We can’t say that the wedding day had picturesque weather, because it didn’t, but as in life (and as in marriage) it’s how you deal with what is sent your way that determines your happiness. And Jessica and Derek handled it with grace, and beauty…and of course love. The ceremony got moved indoors after realizing that people would be frozen in the chilly rain that started just before the ceremony time, and persisted into the night.

We were able to venture outside before the rain, however, and got some fun portraits of the bridal party. The girls with their sunflowers, flower rings, and furs to keep them warm.; the boys in their dress vests and jeans, with matching ties. The ceremony was beautiful inside Timber Hall with its sky high wooden-beam ceilings with chandeliers and everyone stayed toasty and dry. Follow that up with family photos, amazing catering by Moe’s BBQ, First Dance and parent dances, speeches and then….the ceremonial cutting of the pie!! Baked Pie company provided the bride and groom pie as well as mini pies in a variety of flavors and fillings. It was so hard to choose just one, and based on the fact that only scattered crumbs remained towards the end of the night, I think people fixed that be eating more than one, LOL. SO YUMMY!

Jessica and Derek were troopers, venturing out in the pouring rain for their bridal portraits. It was actually pouring! No longer sprinkling, but coming down with a vengeance. We did the old Umbrella Running In and Out trick. But just based on the super short amount of time and the limited movement we had on the soaked ground, we decided to do a bridal re-do! Jessica got to have a little mini-wedding day, with new hair and make-up, a new venue, and then a night out on the town in their fancy outfits. How many people can say they got to wear their dress twice back to back? It was fun getting to revisit the day and bring back all the feelings of joy!

Thank you so much to Jessica and Derek for choosing me as your wedding photographer, and also for planning such fun engagement sessions! I wish you lifetimes of happiness and joy.

Vendor Love

Venue- Timber Hall Events

Wedding Hair- Ashley Stevens - Hollywood Vampires

Wedding Makeup-Kelly Cook Luna- Blue Studio

Brides Dress- David’s Bridal

Bridesmaids-Bella Bridesmaids

Groom/Groomsman-Men’s Wear house/Old Navy

Catering-Moe’s BBQ

DJ-Andy Buckwalter

Flowers-Farm to Function

Desserts-Baked Pie Company

Bridal hair and makeup- Kendall Burgess Studio Capelli


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Erin + Michael- An Autumn Wedding At The Bywater

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I love being a wedding photographer more then anything else I do!  But it’s even BETTER when you get to photograph the wedding of a friend.  Erin introduced me to Michael and immediately I liked him and I LOVED them together.  Such an amazing calm and centered energy between them; anyone can tell right away their connection is strong.  And how cute that it was at the Bywater, our old favorite hang out.  

Their plan was to have a laid back and chill wedding day with a focus on what was important…love, family and friends. We started the day with Erin surrounded by her close knit group of girls, doing her hair and makeup, and getting her dressed in her gorgeous wedding dress with YELLOW SHOES, OMG I loved them so much.  It brought such a wonderful Autumnal feel to her look.  Ceremony was simply laid out with the river as the backdrop.  The weather was perfect!  And Erin and Michael were shining in their love for each other, with the sun slowly setting behind them. 

Reception kicked off with Purple People Feeder while everyone settled into the bonfire with drinks from the bar.  After the first dance between the newly wed bride and groom, everyone cut a rug to their favorite tunes.  A unique cake topper of personalized Erin and Michael candles brought in the artistic feel that they share.  Talk about artistic, they MADE the guest gift for everyone to take home; a beautiful print they collaborated on and printed together. 

The whole day was gorgeous and a perfect joining between two wonderful people.  And now I can add one more reason why I love the Bywater!

VENDORS WHO ROCK!

Venue- The Bywater

Jewelry- Elementality

Flowers: Carolina Flowers

Dress: Tre Bella Bridal

Catering: Purple People Feeder Food Truck

Dessert: Short Street Cakes

Hair & Make-Up: My sister :)

DJ: Michael's Friend, Alex Farrar