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Ironclad Brewery Wedding Photographer | Jessica & Chris

August 1, 2022
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by Allison

Ironclad Brewery is the perfect setting in downtown Wilmington for a wedding – and Jessica and Chris planned the PERFECT day. I loved the beautiful greenery they incorporated into their table decor, it really lit up the big warehouse space of Ironclad and paired so well with this old historic building. I was so excited to be part of their wedding day after I initially met Jess & Chris downtown for their engagement photos. I think my absolute favorite part of their day was honestly the dance party at the reception. I always have a blast when I work with Active DJ but this felt like an even BETTER experience, I don’t know why, it was just so much fun, the guests were on their feet dancing all night long, and I couldn’t help but sing along to every single song. Hiring the right DJ really brings your reception together, in the best way! Thankful that I met this wonderful couple and that I got to be there for their big day! Here are some highlights for everyone to enjoy!

Venue: Ironclad Brewery

Planner/Coordinator: Elise Does Events

Florist: Elise Does Events

Cake: Publix

Rentals: Event Excellence Lighting & Sound

Dress: Lana Addison Bridal

Hair Stylist: Candid Beauty

Makeup Artist: Candid Beauty

DJ/Band: Active DJ

Catering: Middle of the Island

Officiant: Rachel Hill (friend)

Transportation: Azalea Limousine

Invitations: Minted

Ring: Perry’s Emporium

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Bakery 105 Wedding Photographer | Sarah & David

July 25, 2022
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by Allison

Sarah and David had their wedding at one of my favorite places in downtown Wilmington, Bakery 105! This stunning brick-walled venue is located right on Front St, just a block over from the historic River Walk. My favorite part about this place is their beautiful patio just covered in greenery – the perfect spot for a ceremony and cocktail hour, followed by drinks, dinner, and dancing inside! I didn’t get to meet Sarah and David until their actual wedding day, and I can’t believe how much fun I had with these two. I felt like Sarah and I had been best friends for years – they made me feel so welcome and like I was just one of their guests! The most fun day, the most fun dance party, the most fun humans. Now check out some highlights of their big day!!

Downtown Wilmington Wedding Photographer

Fine Art Wilmington Wedding Photographer

Photographer: Allison Eding, Lightbloom Photography
Venue: Bakery 105
Florist: Beauty & Bloom
Hair & Makeup: Beauty Crew Mobile (Tayler & Kristin)
Planner: Katie from 128 South Events
Catering: 128 South
DJ: Active DJ
Lighting: Event Excellence Lighting & Sound

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Airlie Gardens Wedding Photographer | Emily & Michael

July 18, 2022
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by Allison

What an absolute DREAM of a day. Emily and Michael had their wedding at the STUNNING Airlie Gardens in Wilmington, North Carolina. They hired the most incredibly talented team of vendors, and their combined efforts really brought their wedding vision to life. Every single detail was gorgeous, from her dress to the seating chart to the themed drinks named after their dogs!

Now, I work a lot of weddings. I mean, a lot. I work with a lot of couples. And some of those couples just really leave a lasting impression on me. Emily and Michael are one of those couples. Their love was so LOUD. Like, you could FEEL it being around them. And their family and friends just absolutely surrounded them with it, too. I couldn’t wipe the big goofy smile off my face all day! I’m so grateful for my job for bringing me to people like these two. Okay, I can be sappy and mushy all day long, but let’s get to the important part. THE PHOTOS! Check out the highlights from their big day!

Wilmington Fine Art Wedding Photographer

Photographer: Allison Eding, Lightbloom Photography
Second Photographer: Neal Lewis, Atlas Film & Photo
Planner: Honeysuckle Events
Venue: Airlie Gardens
Rentals: Party Suppliers & Rentals, White Birch Rentals
Floral: Designs by Dillon
Videography: Heartline Films
Catering: A Thyme Savor
Ceremony Musicians: Dockside Strings
Band: Bantum Rooster
Lighting: High Performance Lighting
Cake: Imaginary Cakes
Dress: Camille’s of Wilmington
HMUA: Beauty Crew Mobile
Officiant: David Holt
Restroom Trailer: Azalea Limousine
Transportation: Azalea Limousine
Invitations: Zola
Calligrapher: Southern Bee by Brooke
Ring: Lumina Gem

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Holden Beach Elopement Photographer | Courtney & Jeff

July 11, 2022
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by Allison

I had SUCH a great time with Courtney, Jeff, and their families as they said their vows in a small, intimate wedding ceremony in Holden Beach, North Carolina. We had the most GORGEOUS evening, and I genuinely appreciated how excited Courtney was when I suggested having the ceremony shortly before sunset, for the most dreamy photos possible. It was perfect. They ate cake, toasted champagne, played on the beach with their kids, and finished the night off with some sparklers on the water! I love being a photographer and getting excuses like this to hang on the beach with a really fun family and catch these moments on camera to remember forever. Thank you both so much for having me!!!

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Las Vegas Elopement Photographer | Dianna & Joseph

July 4, 2022
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by Allison

I don’t even know where to begin. A (very hot) June afternoon. In Las Vegas, Nevada. With some amazing friends of mine. Dianna & Joseph GOT MARRIED. They already knew they wouldn’t want to do anything “traditional” when it came to planning a wedding, and they quite literally agreed to elope when they were sharing a hotdog one night at Costco. This is why they are my friends. They were planning a big adventure this summer out West and they decided to throw in a wedding while they were out there, too! A super small group of their closest people hopped on planes (and battled so many cancellations) and headed to Vegas. Not only do I love elopements and non-traditional weddings, but I ALSO happen to love my friends, and when they asked me if I’d join them on the big day, I didn’t hesitate. Give this girl a plane ticket and she will go anywhere you ask. I absolutely LOVED this day. First of all, they chose Vegas Weddings Chapel which was right by our hotel in Old Vegas. It was awesome being a little farther away from the strip, unlike every other time I’ve stayed in Vegas. That didn’t mean our hotel was calm or quiet in any way, shape, or form, but it was still nice. And let’s just talk about the chapel. I was bummed that I wasn’t allowed to take any photos (aside from my phone) because that was the rule at the chapel, but I was IMMEDIATELY distracted from my sadness as soon as Elvis came into the room. THIS GUY. I honestly feel like I was at a performance instead of a wedding ceremony. He nailed it, and we all laughed out loud the entire time, and it was SO FUN. Afterwards we wandered the area, including Fremont Street, this RIDICULOUS dive bar called Hogs & Heifers (which I can only suggest you go there next time you’re in Vegas because it involves bartenders in bras screaming at you to drink more on a megaphone while also dancing on the bar), and ended with an accidental find of the CLASSIEST rooftop bar on top of the hotel Circa. I’m talking 60 floors up, insane city skyline views, and the best craft cocktails (of course I had an Aperol Spritz). If you two could just pick a new place every year and make a trip this much fun, I’ll meet ya there, EVERY TIME. Even if we have to fly back on a red eye and land back in NC at 7am and die for a couple days after. It’s worth it.

Las Vegas Elopement Photographer Freemont Street

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The River Room Wedding Photographer | Amanda & Chris

June 20, 2022
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by Allison

Amanda and Chris planned an AMAZING wedding. Though they were one of the unfortunate couples who had to postpone their wedding due to Covid, I think I can speak for everyone when I say that it was WORTH THE WAIT! They got married at the outdoor patio on the riverwalk at The River Room in Downtown Wilmington, NC. The patio sits right on the water and has the BEST views. I absolutely love working at this venue because of the historic brick walls, and the ability to transform the inside into whatever you want. The vendor team that Amanda & Chris chose did a wonderful job helping their travel-themed wedding come to life. As someone who is also obsessed with travel, I really loved what they did with their guestbook! They were postcards that they asked people to sign! How fun! Check out this awesome wedding with this awesome couple!!

Wilmington NC Fine Art Wedding Photographer

Photographer: Allison Eding, Lightbloom Photography

Venue: The River Room

Planner/Coordinator: Brittanie Raquel Events

Rentals: L&L Tent and Party Rentals

Dress: Dora Grace – Fort Collins, CO

Hair Stylist: Jasmine Kay Hair Co.

Makeup Artist: Meraki Beauty

DJ: Coastal DJ & Video

Catering & Desserts: Sweet N Savory

Bartender: Brewmasters Mobile

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Kitty Hawk Pier House OBX Wedding Photographer | Morgan & David

June 9, 2022
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by Allison

How do I begin to describe how amazing this wedding day was in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina? It was my first time visiting the Outer Banks, and it did not disappoint. I met Morgan and David back in 2020 when David did an AMAZING JOB of finding me on the internet and hiring me to hide in the trees for his proposal to Morgan. Not only did he have the most epic proposal I have EVER SEEN (including a full musical number), but I bonded with these two immediately. When it came time to start planning their special day, Morgan told me she knew I needed to be a part of it, and I agreed!!! A long two year wait later, the day finally came!!! And it was absolutely worth the wait. Kitty Hawk Pier House was located directly on the ocean, with the most STUNNING views of the water and the sunset. I couldn’t have asked for a better day, better weather, or a better couple. So grateful for meeting these two by chance, so lucky to get to work with them a second time, and they picked a group of amazing vendors, too! Now check out these highlights from their big day!

Kitty Hawk Pier House Wedding Photographer

Venue: @kittyhawkpierweddings
Coordinator: @jordan_toole
Officiant: @idoobxweddingsandevents
Bakery: Icing on the Cakes
Videographer: @sixteen9films
DJ: @coastaldjvideo
Photobooth: @coastaldjvideo
HMUA: @caitystarkmakeup @_beautybyblair
Florist: @hanky_panky_blooms

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128 South Wedding Photographer | Melanie & Adam

May 31, 2022
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by Allison

What a GORGEOUS DAY for a wedding at 128 South in Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina. Melanie and Adam had an intimate ceremony on the deck facing the lovely Cape Fear River, with just 5 people in attendance. Followed by a small reception with their favorite people. I was able to walk around downtown for a little while after the ceremony with them and stop for a glass of wine, and some lovely photos, of course. The reception was so much fun because 1) the food was incredible 2) the DJ was SO MUCH FUN because he doesn’t normally do weddings and it was such a fun dancing vibe, and 3) because they had tarot card readings available all night for their guests! I LOVED it. Getting to be a part of weddings like this one are why I love my job. I love how unique every wedding is and how personal each one is to each couple. Check out the highlights of Melanie and Adam’s big day!!

Photographer: Allison Eding, Lightbloom Photography

Venue: 128 South

Planner: Chris Bazemore Events

Florist: Mother of Wild

Cake: One Belle Bakery

Rentals: Party Suppliers & Martha My Dear

Dress: Anthropologie – BHLDN

HMUA: Marybeth Dermody, nSalo

DJ: DJ Dub

Catering: 128 South

Officiant: Angela Kelley

Invitations: Etsy

Tarot Card Reader: Lorri Gifford

Lighting: High Performance

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Bakery 105 Wedding Photographer | Sara & Kyle

May 23, 2022
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by Allison

I remember talking to Sara about how she was planning out her wedding day back on our very first phone call. I remember her using the words “disco ball and neon” and I knew immediately she was a bride I wanted to work with. I met Sara and Kyle for their engagement photos one night out at Fort Fisher and the Fat Pelican at Carolina Beach. Not only did they pick the most FUN locations, but they also were just absolutely electric to be around. Their energy together is magnetic, and they are seriously so much fun to watch interact with each other. I absolutely love working with people like that. On their wedding day, I would start to pose them for a photo and then I’d stop because whatever they just did together naturally, was WAY CUTER AND MORE REAL than any pose I could’ve given them. Their natural connection was just amazing. Their setup at Bakery 105 was a DREAM. I loved how everything came together and I loved getting to be part of their day! I love this venue and all the fun weddings it brings. Thank you to Sara & Kyle for having me there, and shout out to ALL the vendors who brought it to life! Now check out some highlights from their wedding day!!!

Photographer: Allison Eding, Lightbloom Photography

Assistant Photographer: Neal Lewis, Lewis Film & Photo

Coordinator: Meg Henson Events

Florist: Fiore Design House

Venue: Bakery 105

DJ: Absolute Best – Jason

Rentals: L&L Tent and Party Rentals, White Birch Rentals

Lighting: High Performance

Desserts: DIY

HMUA: Beauty & Bloom, Beauty Crew Mobile

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Ironclad Brewery Wedding Photographer | Marissa & Tommy

May 16, 2022
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by Allison

WHAT. A. DAY. Marissa and Tommy said “I do” on a GORGEOUS spring day in April, with a ceremony at St Therese Catholic Church at Wrightsville Beach, followed by a reception at Ironclad Brewery in downtown Wilmington. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Marissa and her family for awhile now, as I used to work at Ironclad Brewery for about three years, and her dad is the owner! So what a treat it was for me to get to be there for this extra special wedding day. What an amazing family, and their friends were an absolute blast, as well. Endless dance parties and champagne, seriously insane decor and floral arrangements, calligraphy signs, basically every single detail was my favorite. This team of vendors was absolutely the best of the best, and I feel so grateful to get to work with such talented people. Marissa and Tommy are so easy going and just wonderful to be around, I can’t even begin to describe how calm of a bride Marissa was. I’m thinking of trying to learn how to clone her so that I can work with her over and over and over again. She literally just let me do my thing and trusted me completely, and to me, that’s how the photos will turn out their best. Hiring vendors that you trust to do their job is everything, and not micromanaging them all day allows them to be free to create and do what they do best. So THANK YOU to Marissa and Tommy, thank you to the magical vendor team, and thank you to both of their families. It’s a day I won’t forget, and I hope you all felt the same! Now CHECK OUT THESE HIGHLIGHTS!!!!