Downtown Wilmington wedding

  • Warehouse on Water Wedding Photographer | Tiffany & Robert

    I had so many weddings in October that I am STILL working on getting them all up on the blog! This was the last October wedding for me in 2022, and it was such a good one! First of all, I love working at Warehouse on Water. Not only is the staff there the best, but it’s just such a cool space! I love a warehouse vibe, the brick walls and tall ceilings and the location downtown is just perfect for photos. Tiffany and Robert had SUCH a stunning setup for their wedding day, too. I am already obsessed with pampas grass, but when you pair it with neon uplighting and beautiful tablescapes, it’s even MORE beautiful. Tiffany did such a great job planning her wedding, I went detail photo crazy! And talk about a fun dance party, too. I think what stood out to me the most, aside from having all the most incredible decor and details, was that it took place on Halloween weekend. That weekend is always an entertaining time in downtown Wilmington, and this one was no exception. We were photobombed by peanut butter and jelly, and we saw some pretty incredible people-watching moments while we were walking around Dock St and Water St for portraits. It definitely kept us laughing and I thought it was so fun! Thank you for having me, Tiffany and Robert! Now check out some highlights from their big day:

    Venue: Warehouse on Water

    Coordinator: Brandon Warren

    Dress: Carolina Bridal World 

    Hair & Makeup: Alice Lawson Salon

    DJ: DJ Sbz

    Catering: Middle of the island 

    Officiant: Sandy Powell

    Invitations: Zola

  • Ironclad Brewery Halloween Wedding Photographer | Sarah & Trey

    Okay, where do I even begin with this wedding? Sarah and Trey planned one of the most epic weddings at Ironclad Brewery (located in downtown Wilmington, North Carolina) that I have ever been to. These two are known for the halloween parties that they host each year, so when it came time to plan their wedding, they knew what they wanted to do! Not only did these two show up with the most incredible hair/makeup dressed as Frankenstein and his bride, but their guests showed UP with costumes, as well. And I don’t mean any half effort kind of costumes, I mean they were AMAZING. Every single decoration was perfect, there was so much Halloween detail in every corner. I absolutely loved it. We were bummed about having a rainy day which affected our outdoor photo time, but honestly, I think it went SO WELL with the theme of the wedding, that the photos are kind of perfect with rain, too. Thank you Sarah and Trey for letting me be a part of this incredible day, and for trusting me to document it, too!

    Photographer: Allison Eding, Lightbloom Photography

    Venue: Ironclad Brewery

    Photo booth: Coastal Event Reflections

    Cake: Specialty Cakes by Morgan

    Rentals: From The Heart Rentals and L&L

    Bride’s Attire: Alex Perry

    Groom’s Attire: Hockerty

    Hair Stylist: Jessica Gaffney

    Makeup Artist: Jessica Gaffney (Sarah & Trey’s)

    Band: Massive Grass

    Ceremony Musician: Brent Trubia

    Catering: Diamond Catering

    Officiant: Rabbi Jim Stoloff

    Chuppah: made by Trey

    Dance lessons: Dancing Davis Studios

    Invitations: Paperless Post

    Ring: Sarah’s wedding band- Shelton Metal; Trey’s wedding band- Revolution Jewelry Designs 

  • Bakery 105 Wedding Photographer | Caseley & Brady

    I had such a blast at Caseley and Brady’s wedding at Bakery 105 in downtown Wilmington, North Carolina. October was a wild month and this was one of three weddings I had that weekend, and they started my weekend off SO strong! I love every wedding at Bakery 105, the space itself is so stunning, so every little detail that each couple adds really makes it pop even more. I loved their decor and their choice of cheesecake over regular cake (Brady was very proud that he was in charge of that decision) and that the entire bridal party got to pick out their own Vans! Also, they had hand spun cotton candy at the reception with THREE different flavors. Talk about goals. Now check out some of the highlights from their wedding day!!

    Photographer: Allison Eding, Lightbloom Photography

    Venue: Bakery 105

    Planner: Meg Henson

    Florist: Among the Wildflowers

    Cake: One Belle Bakery 

    Rentals: Party Suppliers & Rentals, Design Perfection

    Dress: Baltic Born 

    Hair Stylist: Dalisay Salon

    Makeup Artist: Dalisay Salon

    DJ: DJ Brian Hood

    Catering: Middle of the Island

    Officiant: Sherri Crawford 

    Invitations: The Knot

    Ring: Reeds Jewelers

  • The Isles Ocean Isle Beach Wedding Photographer | Erin & Stephen

    The Isles in Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina was the absolute PERFECT setting for Erin and Stephen to get married. These two have been such a joy to work with. They (and their guests) made us feel right at home while we captured their wedding day, and we’ve been talking about how much fun we had ever since! During their engagement photos last year, we lucked out by having one of the most epic sunsets at the beach, which honestly, isn’t all that common that we get colors so vivid. And then the universe REALLY showed up for us on the wedding day, and gave us an EVEN MORE EPIC sunset, and I can’t explain how many people have asked me about those sunset photos. Did I photoshop that? Did that really happen? NO THAT REALLY HAPPENED!!!! We were actually screaming out loud as we were getting photos and videos during that moment! LOL

    One of my favorite parts of the day was when Erin’s son decided he wanted to give a toast after the maid of honor and the best man gave theirs. He came up with it right on the spot and it was the SWEETEST THING I’VE EVER HEARD. I work a lot of weddings, so I don’t often get very emotional at them anymore, but that one GOT ME. It’s hard to take photos when you can’t see!!! Such a sweet boy, such a sweet day. I’m so happy I got to be there. Now check out some highlights from their wedding day!!

    Photographer: Allison Eding, Lightbloom Photography
    Venue: The Isles Beach Club, Ocean Isle Beach, NC
    DJ: Broadway Jake Productions
    Videographer: Heartline Films
    Hair & Makeup: Hill & Klutch Studio
    Cake: Cakes by the Sea

  • 128 South Wedding Photographer | Natalie & Daniel

    Y’ALLLLLLLL – Natalie and Daniel are just, simply put, dream clients. They planned their wedding day to take place at 128 South in Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina. I always love the downtown venues but they’re even better when they’re filled with groups of people like this. I had such a blast with these two!!! First of all, check out Natalie’s DRESS. Second of all, check out that dance party at the end of the night. I always try to convince my couples to utilize string lights at their receptions to make their photos really pop – and boy, did they listen. Congratulations Natalie and Daniel!!!!! I’m so lucky I got to be there to celebrate with you! Now check out the highlights from their big day:

    Photographer: Allison Eding, Lightbloom Photography
    Venue: 128 South 
    Coordinator: Davis from 128 South 
    Florist: Fiore Fine Flowers
    Videographer: Stout Owl Media
    Cake: Gluten Free by the Sea and Publix 
    Rentals: L &L Rentals 
    Dress: Coastal  Knot 
    Hair Stylist: Nina from Alice Lawson Salon 
    Makeup Artist: Carter from Alice Lawson Salon 
    DJ: Atlantic DJ 
    Catering: 128 South 
    Officiant: Nick Arbia 
    Invitations: The Knot 
    Ring: Stroup’s Jewelers