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Wrightsville Manor Wedding Photographer | Tania & Matt

November 16, 2020
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by Allison

2020 has been a wild year, and we’ve all lost a lot of our original plans, especially those of you planning weddings. But every now and then, you end up having one of the BEST NIGHTS EVER, and everything comes together just right. It may not have been the full guest count, it may have been moved all outdoors and risked having bad or cold weather, BUT, it still ends up being absolutely perfect. This was one of those weddings. Tania and Matt got married at Wrightsville Manor surrounded by their closest loved ones. If I could write down all the things that I want in a client, Tania and Matt would be exactly that. They were so much fun, they were so laid back, so genuine, they trusted every vendor completely, and they were just an absolute joy to work with. Not only that, but their decor was one of my FAVORITES this year. Their table settings were themed after their favorite books and movies, including, of course, my favorite, Harry Potter! When you tell someone that you’re having Harry Potter themes in your wedding, most people would question that idea because it could be really cheesy. But the way they worked with their florist and event planners (shout out to Designs by Dillon and Bubbly Events) to incorporate those ideas into elegant and classy table settings, was incredible! Hands down one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen at a wedding. But maybe I’m biased. :)

After a beautiful ceremony, everyone danced all night long outside at Wrightsville Manor under a tent of twinkle lights and an EXCELLENT DJ playing all the right music. I wish every wedding day was just like this one. I’m so happy I was able to be a part of it and work with such an awesome couple and such an amazing team of vendors. Thanks for still bringing nights like this, 2020! Congratulations Matt & Tania!!!!

Photographer: Allison Eding, Lightbloom Photography

Venue: Wrightsville Manor

Event Planner: Bubbly Events

Florist: Designs by Dillon

DJ: Active DJ

Photo booth: Little Green Booth

Hair & Makeup: Head to Toe

Cupcakes: Peppered Cupcake

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Virginia Backyard Wedding Photographer | Emma & Kyle

October 17, 2020
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by Allison

Emma and Kyle got married in Danville, Virginia in September. I met these two in Wilmington awhile back when they found me online and decided to get some couples photos done together while they were on vacation. Shortly after our photos, he proposed! I honestly saw it coming after I met them, because of the way they acted around each other. And I’m so happy Emma reached out again and asked if I would travel to Virginia for their big day. They had originally planned a big wedding at a local brewery, and with covid, decided it best to celebrate with only those closest to them, and moved their wedding to Emma’s parents backyard! I’ve always been a fan of a backyard wedding, and this one did not disappoint. These two have so much fun together and it’s so apparent when you spend time with them. I love their energy and their love and in my opinion, it was the absolute perfect day. Thank you both so much for having me and CONGRATS!!!

Weddings

St James Plantation Wedding Photographer | Paige & Greg

September 3, 2020
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by Allison

Paige & Greg tied the knot at St James Plantation in Southport, North Carolina. They invited me to come out and photograph it after meeting them in Wilmington at a Wedding Expo and I’m so glad we met! Paige was easily one of the most relaxed brides and these two were so much fun to be around. They had me cracking up all day even in the summer heat. Thank god for air conditioning, right!? Saint James was just a stunning backdrop for these two to celebrate their marriage, and the perfect dance floor for their families to dance the night away. And I mean that when I say it. That dance floor was the hit of the night. What a fun group of families, what an amazing couple, and what a great night. Congratulations, Paige and Greg!!!!

Photographer: Allison Eding, Lightbloom Photography

Venue: The Clubhouse at St James Plantation

Flowers: Lowe’s Foods

DJ: Eric at Atlantic Premier Entertainment

Catering: St James Plantation

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Ironclad Brewery Wedding Photography | Michelle & Josh

August 10, 2020
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by Allison

I’m so happy I was able to photograph this mini wedding at Ironclad Brewery – Michelle and Josh had a beautiful ceremony followed by an intimate reception downtown with their closest family and friends. Weddings may not look like they used to these days, but that doesn’t mean they’re any less fun, or there’s any less love. Some people postponed their weddings in 2020, some people cancelled completely. But Michelle and Josh decided that they were going to have their big day anyway, even if it didn’t look like their original plan. And I’m here to tell you that small weddings are just as amazing as huge weddings. Just ask these two. Their smiles were so big the entire day. So grateful to be able to keep photographing these intimate events – congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Bizzell! You did it!!!