Airlie Gardens elopement

I traveled alllllll the way to the Scranton, Pennsylvania area in September for Lily and Hunter’s wedding. I met these two in Wilmington, where they had initially asked me if I’d do their engagement photos, but they were planning an out-of-state wedding so they didn’t even think about asking me to travel there. Then we got to talking, and of course we LOVED each other, and long story short, I ended up going to PA for their wedding! And I’m SO GLAD I DID – these two sure know how to throw a party. Not only are they SO much fun to work with, so easy to take photos of because they’re just two genuine humans who started out as best friends, they had this closeness to them that I can’t even describe. I’m so glad I got to be there for these two to say “I do.” And also – I had no idea how much they could DANCE. Honestly, I could not stop laughing all night. We may have had rain for the entire weekend, but that never stopped the huge smiles across both of their faces, and they were SO easy going about back up photo plans, and they even went out in golf carts with me to take photos in the rain. Shout out to Lily and Hunter for being the real VIPs – and for letting me come to PA for the party!!!! Can’t wait to force them to be my real friends back in Wilmington now!

Photographer: Allison Eding, Lightbloom Photography

Ceremony Venue: St. Therese’s Church

Reception Venue: Huntsville Golf Club

Florist: Petals de Fleur

Cake: Janes Sugar Magnolia

Rentals: Chippy White Table

Dress: Exclusively You

Hair & Makeup: Beauty by Laurie Ann

DJ: Scott Steven’s Production 

Catering: Huntsville Golf Club

Invitations: Minted

Ring: Perry’s Emporium 

Lauren & Ian had a small, intimate wedding ceremony at Airlie Gardens in Wilmington, North Carolina. I had the pleasure of being invited to photograph it, and PHEW did we have a gorgeous day. These two were so wonderful to work with, and so easy to take photos of because they were so comfortable with each other, and so excited to say “I do”! After their ceremony, we walked around the gardens and took beautiful photos, and then headed downtown for a small dinner down on the River walk. I’m so happy for you two, and can’t wait to watch you guys grow together!

Airlie Gardens is easily one of the most stunning places that we have in Wilmington. Located a short drive away from Wrighstville Beach, this spot is absolutely full of well-groomed greenery, tall oak trees, Spanish moss, flowers, and even a butterfly house! You can’t go wrong choosing Airlie Gardens for your wedding, no matter the size. You can do elopements, intimate weddings, or a full blown event. Irais and Erik chose this location for their small wedding with just their immediate family members and their sweet son in attendance. We were able to walk around and get portraits done in the gardens, and celebrate their love and their brand new marriage! Congratulations to these two!!!! Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness!