Category Archives: bridals

Jul 08-11

I am so excited to share this lovely bridal session.  Rebekah is a stunning bride, but what I love most about her is her sweet spirit.  For as long as I've known her, (which is a long time!), she has always greeted me with a beautiful smile and positive, upbeat attitude.  She truly is beautiful inside and out.  She is one of the most style-savvy brides I've ever worked with, and I must say that she has done a stunning job with her bridal attire... not to mention her wedding!. (I expected nothing less! Stay tuned for wedding photos...)  Bekah is a planner and an organizer, which made for the most beautiful wedding!

This little spot was my favorite.  It felt like we had transported to a little rose garden in the middle of England. It was so lovely.

Don't you love her shoes?  Gorgeous.  None other than Christian Louboutin!

What an honor it was to capture your wedding!  Nathan... you are one lucky guy ;]

Comments: 5

  1. Kristin Nicole July 8, 2011 1:07 pm

    These are gorgeous…such a gorgeous bride.

  2. Stephanie Hughes July 8, 2011 4:44 pm

    These make me wanna cry. Nan, you did such a lovely job. Can’t wait to see all of the wedding photos!!!

  3. Shea July 10, 2011 6:32 pm

    These are beautiful! Where was this located?! She is a beautiful bride!

  4. Stacia July 19, 2011 4:40 pm

    Love her hair! Who is her stylist?

  5. amber February 25, 2012 10:58 am

    Beautiful! Where was this location?!

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Jun 23-11

Will and I had the best time this past weekend capturing a beautiful couple in love : Natalie and Jantzen.  I was blown away by the love they have for one another, and all the love that surrounded them.  So many people came to their wedding; guests were arriving over an hour early to get the best seats. Natalie was full of joy, and Jantzen couldn't help but smile constantly at his beautiful bride. I can't wait to share their wedding, but until then, enjoy these beautiful portraits of Natalie... and her sweet pup - Memphis!

Natalie had two beautiful gowns for her wedding day; one for her ceremony and one for her reception.  Both were elegant and stunning!

I adore this little pup!

Natalie, you were such a beautiful and gracious bride!

Comments: 1

  1. Kristina June 23, 2011 12:00 pm

    Nancy. You are amazing. These photos are beautiful. I love reading your blog. Everyday I grab my coffee and sit down to see what is new. Even if you didn’t post anything new that day I still enjoy viewing and reading what I have already seen. You inspire me and keep me motivated. Thank you.

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May 11-11

Jenn, as you will see, is one of the most striking ladies that has ever been behind my camera.  Her piercing blue eyes are so beautiful, but I hope that most of all you can see the sweet spirit inside of her.  She is so genuine and so lovely - Ford is one lucky guy :].  Jenn's lovely bridal session took place at the beautiful  Cotton Room, full of my favorite windows, light, and brick.

Notice the details of her dress in these photos... it is pure elegance!

At the end of the session, we took a few photos outside on campus at Duke University.  Couldn't have asked for better light here, too.

Jenn - what a lovely bride you are!

Comments: 2

  1. Hannah May 12, 2011 1:57 am

    I am in love with her dress! She is stunning.

  2. Jim Barbe January 10, 2012 10:13 am

    Absolutely beautiful

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Apr 12-11

Molly is a girl after my own heart.  She laughs a ton, she comes from a very musical family, she has such a unique and fun style, and she loves Jesus.  Molly is the kind of person who, after talking with her for about 5 minutes, makes you feel like you've known her for a lifetime.  She and Justin tied the knot on Sunday, so I am finally able to share with you her beautiful bridal portraits.  We took them at the Urban Barn in Charlotte, and it was the perfect location for her.  Molly - you are stunning!

Don't you love the back of her dress? That bow is gorgeous!

This next one is her fairytale portrait. While taking this, we may or may not have sung disney songs... "I know you I've walked with you once upon a dream..."

Stay tuned for their wedding photos, coming in the next week!

Comments: 4

  1. kelsey peebles April 12, 2011 10:31 pm

    Wow! Her bouquet is amazing.

    LOVE the barn!

  2. Kristin Nicole April 14, 2011 4:25 pm

    Gorgeous!

  3. Lucy April 18, 2011 3:15 pm

    Where is that barn? I know you said in charlotte, but does it have a website or is it just a random barn in the middle of a field? Love it!

  4. Alexa April 19, 2011 8:52 am

    Great work! I definitely have the Sleeping Beauty song in my head now … but I’m not complaining :)

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Apr 09-11

Southern Belle.  Megan is a beautiful, lovely Southern Belle.  I adore these photos of her too - I feel they perfectly portray her and everything that is important to her.  The South, her Alma Mater, Pink, and beautiful lace from her mother's dress - the perfect heirloom veil.  Taken at Meredith College's beautiful wedding chapel and campus, (where Megan went to school,) everything fell in place.  Just look at how happy she is!


This is the beautiful outdoor amphitheater on campus.  Don't you love that her dress has pockets?

Today is Megan's special day, where she gets to marry the love of her life - Steven.  These two are made for each other.  Stay tuned for their wedding photos later this week!

Comments: 4

  1. Emily @ Peach and Pearl April 9, 2011 7:36 pm

    Looking beautiful, Megan! I hope you and Steven are having a wonderful day! :)

  2. Christin {at} Carolina City Girl April 9, 2011 8:28 pm

    i just love Meredith’s campus…and those turquoise earrings that i own, too :) what beautiful pictures!

  3. Erin Hemric April 9, 2011 10:04 pm

    Beautiful! And, I LOVE her shoes!

  4. Amber April 11, 2011 11:56 am

    Megan was a beautiful bride and you really captured her spirit Nancy. Can’t wait to see the rest!!

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Photographer, wife, and worshiper... I am a Southern girl who looks most forward to waking up each morning to drink my coffee, read my Bible, and soak in the beauty that surrounds me. These pages chronicle my work, my life, and the things that I love most. Thanks for visiting, I do hope you stay a while!
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