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    Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor Wedding | John Henry & Don

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    I recently traveled to Boston to photograph a wedding for a great friend from college, who was lucky enough to marry the love of his life. John Henry and Don tied the knot in July with a stunning view of the city over the water, at the Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor hotel. They said their I-Do’s as the sun went down over the skyline, and then danced the night away with all of their friends and family. One thing that sticks out to me the most from this wedding was the sweet words that Don’s mother spoke at their reception. Parents that are just so genuinely thrilled to see their kids happy, no matter the race or the sex or the circumstance, it’s an absolutely wonderful thing. You could see the genuine excitement in the entire room, especially between John Henry and Don. They literally couldn’t stop smiling or even dancing during our portrait time! I’m so happy I got the opportunity to be a part of their wedding day, and to get to visit Boston again. Love is a beautiful thing.

    – Allison

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    128 South Downtown Wilmington Wedding Photography | Xan & Joe

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    I recently had the pleasure of tagging along with Xan and Joe on their wedding day in downtown Wilmington. They had their ceremony out on the back deck at 128 South, which gives a beautiful view of the Cape Fear River and a great view of the city. They had a delicious dinner inside the venue and then made their way out to the deck again to finish up the night with drinks and dancing. They had such a great group of friends and family members, they never left that dance floor the entire night. The decor was gorgeous, the music was great, and the bride looked absolutely stunning (she even did her own hair and makeup – seriously!!). I’m so happy that I get to work with such amazing clients that make me feel like just another one of the guests. Wishing these two a lifetime of happiness!

    – Allison

     

    Florist: Fiore’s Fine Flowers 

    DJ: DJ Marty Medlin 

    Caterer: 128 South 

    Cake: Publix 

    Dessert: Krispy Kreme 

    Hair and Make up: Attitudes A Salon, Matthews, NC

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    Wilmington NC Wedding & Travel Photographer | Best of 2016

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    What a year it has been! I’ve moved from Ohio to North Carolina, got a sweet and fluffy puppy, I made a ton of new friends, explored Italy and eaten more gelato than anyone should probably eat in a lifetime, relaxed on multiple beaches, shopped in Charleston (I ate some more gelato there), hiked part of the Appalachian Trail in Virginia, and taken way too many photos. I’ve been lucky enough to have gotten multiple weddings published this year, and I plan to continue that trend. I’ve loved every minute of 2016, cheers to an even better 2017. I already know it’s going to be great. Here are a few of my favorite images from this year.

    xoxo, Allison

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    The Atrium Wedding Photography | Ashley & Clay

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    I’ve had Ashley & Clay’s wedding booked for awhile now, and I had seriously been counting down the days after learning about their venue choice at the Atrium in downtown Wilmington. It’s a beautiful spot with open ceilings and tall ivy covered walls and endless twinkle lights, which provided for one of my favorite backdrops I’ve ever experienced. Literally, I want to get married here. After a sweet ceremony with talks of dinosaurs falling in love, a reception full of delicious southern food, glow sticks, a totally unplanned fireworks show followed. Their fall decor was stunning, I’m still dreaming about the burgundy and gold details surrounded by all the greenery. They ended the night by being whisked away on a pedicab to their downtown hotel! What a night to remember. I’m thankful for such amazing couples like this one! Check out the highlights of their day.

    – Allison

     

    Photographer: Lightbloom Photography, Allison Eding & Diana Yntema
    Venue: The Atrium, by Ligeon Flynn
    Videography: Ethereel Productions
    Cake: Imaginary Cakes
    Catering: Middle of the Island

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    The Barn at Rock Creek Wedding Photography | Caitlin & Michael

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    Calling this wedding a blast wouldn’t even begin to describe the night I had with Caitlin and Michael. This was one of the most epic dance parties I’ve ever experienced, including Caitlin being hoisted into the air by her friends multiple times. They had incredible, hand picked details, gorgeous floral centerpieces, one of the most colorful fall ceremonies, and so much love it had me smiling the whole time I worked on these photos. They have such a fun kind of love, you can’t help but want to be around them! They danced, they laughed, and they even let me take them into the woods for some gorgeous photos as the sun set and the super moon came out. I love to be a part of weddings that are filled with so much joy, and this one exceeded all expectations! Congrats to the happy couple, now check out the highlights from their big day!

    – Allison

    Photographer: Allison Eding, Lightbloom Photography
    Venue: The Barn at Rock Creek
    Flowers: Fiore Fine Flowers
    DJ: Global DJ Entertainment