Biltmore Wedding
Kathryn + Weston
October 12, 2023
Biltmore Estate
Vendor Team
Planner: Two Sweet Sparrows | Ceremony + Reception: Biltmore Estate | Floral: Biltmore Floral | Hair: Lola Salon | Makeup: Polished + Powdered | Ceremony Music: Carolina Music Planner | Band: E Coast/The Business Band | Transportation: Coats Classic Cars, Gray Line Asheville
Sarah + Rob
October 1, 2022
Biltmore Conservatory
Featured on Boho Weddings
Vendor Team
Planner: Premier Party Planners | Ceremony + Reception: Biltmore Estate | Floral: Seeded Events | Calligraphy: Meriwether Designs | Beauty: Pop of Color | Officiant: Tim Lolley | Music: Carolina Music Planner | DJ: Remix Weddings | Transportation: Blue Ridge Limo | Videography: Magic Hour Creative
This was a stunning day from start to finish to say the least! Sonia + James are such a sweet couple and it was evident all day as their friends and family came together to celebrate.
We first got to know Sonia + James at their engagement session at Black Balsam. They were so much fun and had some amazing outfits, we knew the wedding was definitely going to be one for the books!
On their wedding day, each of them got ready in a room full of loved ones, with a blessing upon each of them before their first look at the Inn. The weather was so beautiful and we got to spend some great time shooting at the Biltmore Estate before heading to the church.
Their ceremony was held at Grace Episcopal Church in North Asheville. The service was a Malankara (Indian) Syrian Orthodox Church service and was beautiful! It is divided into two parts- the Blessing of the Rings and the Blessing of the Crowns. Beautiful singing and incense filled the church while Sonia was draped with her bridal saree and her nephews placed flowers over their shoulders. It was such an honor to witness!
When we arrived back at Biltmore, the sun was just staring to set as Sonia + James were introduced as husband and wife and shared their first dance and cake cutting. After an outfit change, the party really started! The DJ had everyone out on the dance floor and the energy was amazing!
Carolina Love Events designed and executed a perfect day and we had a great time with Timm Young Films capturing all the best moments. Thank you again Sonia + James for including us, we had such an amazing day celebrating with you!
Planning: Carolina Love Events | Ceremony: Grace Episcopal Church Reception: Biltmore Estate | Floral: Biltmore Florals | Hair and Makeup: Powder Me Pretty | Ceremony Music: Tony Duke, G2Productions | Cocktail Hour Music: Gypsy Gang | Reception Music: Do It All Entertainment, DJ Illest | Videography: Timm Young Films | Transportation: Elite Limo | Film Lab: PhotoVision
Hurricane Florence wasn’t invited to Jenna and Mike’s wedding but when she showed up, they were determined not to let a little rain ruin their big day! They brought clear umbrellas and rain boots for everyone and just embraced the elements.
Lioncrest was beautifully decorated and Two Sweet Sparrows and The Bloom Room did an incredible job pulling Jenna and Mike’s vision together. There were so many thoughtful details, including their pup on the koozies :)
Rainy days can be some of the most romantic of wedding days and this was hands down one of our favorite weddings of 2018 despite that hurricane!
Event Planner: Two Sweet Sparrows | Venue: Biltmore Estate, Lioncrest | Floral: The Bloom Room | Hair: Lola Salon | MUA: Heather Smith | Wedding Dress: Sachini & Babi | Bridal Boutique: Alexia’s Bridal | Bridesmaid Dresses: Jenny Yoo | Bridesmaid Boutique: Bella Bridesmaid | Men’s Attire: Jos A. Bank | Invitations: Sage Paper Co. | Calligraphy: Design by Laney | Signage + Logo Design: The Paint Grind | Cinematography: Light Cannon Films | Band: The Royal Suits | Film Lab: PhotoVision | Second Photographer: AMW Studios
This was such a sweet spring wedding at Biltmore estate in the mountains of North Carolina a couple of weeks ago. Check out the little video montage and vendors involved at the bottom of the post but first, some favorite images of the day.
Jenny wore the same shoes she wore the day she first met Jake and I just loved that. We were lucky to get some fabulous spring weather in March as it had literally been snowing the weekend before and of course it's always a treat to have a couple of hours to take photographs around the property before all of the ceremonies started.
Another gorgeous wedding planned by Cortney of Asheville Event Co. and Congratulations Jenny + Jake!!!
Venue, Floral, Cake & Catering: Biltmore Estate | Wedding Planner: Cortney of Asheville Event Co. | Hair + MUA: Lola Salon & Gallery | DJ: Spilt Second Sound | Transportation: Gray Line TrolleyTours | Additional Photography: Bren Dendy |
A Southern Breakfast Wedding! A Family affair with personal touches, and tons of attention to detail. This "You are my Sunshine" themed wedding was extremely unique, fun and vibrant. Knowing that the Mother of the bride has been responsible for decorating the Biltmore house for over 25 years, we knew this Biltmore wedding was going to exceed all expectations!
The morning began with a gorgeous sunrise over the mountains and it was the perfect start to this special day! Emily and Cam's guests arrived at 9am, warmly greeted with coffee and donuts. A bell signaled everyone to sit and the ceremony began. Cam made a point during the ceremony to also make a promise to Ayla, Emily's daughter which was very touching and Emily surprised Cam by having the entire wedding put on sun glasses during the first kiss! Following the vows the entire party enjoyed a fabulous brunch together, followed by a group prayer and family dances.
Emily & Cam's wedding was also featured on Borrowed and Blue here.
Venue, Catering and Cake: Deerpark, Biltmore Estate | Floral: Biltmore Floral Team | Hair & Makeup: Karen Nickel of Structure Hair Design | Favors: Sunflower Seeds from Seeds Needs and Sunglasses from Oriental Trading |
Katlin and Matt booked me nearly 2 years before their wedding date and when the day finally came, I felt like I was documenting two dear friends getting hitched. After so many conversations, emails and an awesome engagement session here in Asheville Katlin some how failed to mention however that she was planning to wear the most gorgeous flower crown of all time! The Bloom Room are out of this world fantastic and of course a wedding at the Biltmore Estate never disappoints. Their intimate wedding in the gardens was bursting with special moments, sweet gestures and thoughtful gifts. They exchanged some of the most beautiful vows I have witnessed and truthfully there wasn't a dry eye in the house (including my own). I still to this day have no clue why I photographed the gang shaking yellow towels enthussiastically in the air but everyone seemed to really enjoy it :) Here are some of my favorite images of this wonderful wedding in May.
Venue, Catering & Cake: Biltmore Estate | Officiant: Darr Conradson | Hair: Lola Salon | Makeup: Blush Asheville Makeup Artists | Floral Design : The Bloom Room | DJ: The Bride's DJ | Ceremony Music: Asheville String Trio | Rentals: Classic Event Rental Company |
Corey contacted me weeks before he proposed to Malory at the Biltmore Estate. Many emails later, here I was hiding behind the statue of Diana on the afternoon of new year's eve. Moments like these are amazing and I'm always so excited (albeit a little nervous) to capture these for my clients. So much emotion! I LOVE IT … and truly for someone to really think this through and hire a photographer on top of that was so thoughtful on Corey's part. He definitely caught his girl by surprise and the Estate provided the perfect backdrop. I especially love the images I think 4th down the page, after Malory said 'I DO' and Corey points me out up the hill, clueing her into our big successful scheme.
I realize I'm a couple of weeks behind here but Happy New Year Everyone! The thing is I haven't been spending the last few weeks reflecting, setting goals or making good business plans for the year ahead. The truth is I've been building lego forts, taking my kids to the movies, painting, planning vacations and eating far too much British chocolate. I took a little break from work and I have to say it felt great to slow down a little and not think about my to-do-list for a minute or two. I'm so excited about the year ahead but before I do anything else I wanted to look back at some of my favorite images from 2014. A massive thank you to all of my clients and talented vendors I have worked with. I am filled with gratitude for such a fantastic year filled with adventure, friendships and some amazing weddings.
Photographing a couple's wedding is a real honor for me. It's monumental, albeit a little stressful and well, a really big deal that my clients completely trust me to capture this massive moment in their lives. The morning that I wake up and don't feel a little nervous to rise and accomplish this task I think is the day I will stop shooting weddings.
Laura and Brian's wedding day was no exception to this rule especially given that they are both two highly creative and accomplished artists themselves (no pressure). The biggest compliment someone can give me as a wedding photographer is to be told to be myself and encouraged to be creative. Laura and Brian did just that and we had a wonderful time in the Butterfly garden on the Biltmore Estate.
Here are just a couple of images from their first look amongst the roses.
Wedding Venue: Butterfly Garden, Biltmore Estate
Hair & Makeup: Blush: Asheville Makeup Artists
I first met Ginny and Jarrod in South Carolina a couple of weeks prior to their big day to take some Bridal portraits with they horses and dogs as they were unable to attend the actual wedding. I loved them immediately (the couple and the animals) and I knew their Biltmore wedding was going to be amazing! Unlike most weddings I'd photographed on the Estate there were no plans to visit the house or gardens. The Antler Hill barn holds a special place in Ginny's heart as it was one of the last places she visited with her Father before he passed away. After spending time with Ginny and her four-legged friends I also couldn't imagine her and Jarrod tying the knot anywhere else. To top the day off Ginny enlisted Tamara from Belle Soiree to plan and co-ordinate the day and I was so excited to work with some of Asheville's best wedding vendors again. The Bloom Room just never fails to amaze me and this Spring floral design was no exception. They also incorporated some of Ginny's Guinea fowl feathers into her bouquet and I loved the charm attached with a picture of her Father. This was my first experience with a dance floor full of glow sticks and glasses which were major crowd pleaser's along with the bonfire and s'mores.
Thank you Ginny & Jarrod for inviting me to photograph your beautiful wedding!
Event Planning : Tamara Heston from Belle Soiree Wedding & Event Consultants
Hair : Laura and Madison at Canvas Studio for hair
Makeup : Joanna Ferree at Powder me Pretty
Venue : Antler Hill Barn, Biltmore Estate
Officiant: Family Friend
Ceremony Music : James Barr
Floral Design : The Bloom Room
Tent & Rentals : Classic Event Rental
DJ : Spintastic Sounds
Catering & Cake : Biltmore Estate
Additional Photography : Abby Moore (Thank You Abby!)
This intimate destination wedding on Biltmore Estate was simply lovely! Here's a handful of my favorite images. Click Here to see more.
Venue, Food & Floral: Biltmore Estate
Rentals: Classic Event Rental
Ceremony Music: Braidstream
Officiant: Howard Hanger
One of the benefits of shooting in the rain.
The Champagne Cellar at the Winery on Biltmore Estate is the absolute perfect place for an intimate destination wedding. Ainslie and Adrian treated their friends and family to quite the experience! It was such an escape for their wedding guests while they joined together with them to celebrate their love and commitment to each other. The cellar was decorated beautifully by The Flower Gallery and the food and service from the Biltmore staff was impeccable as always. Ainslie and Adrian chose to do a first look at the Inn which allowed us to take advantage of the estate and make some portraits before the festivities began. I think my favorite moment of the day has to be the epic 'cake smash' there at the end! I wasn't expecting that from these too ;)
I need to warn you, there are probably too many images in this blog post, but I really have to share this wedding in its entiretity with you. This day was more than beautiful, and fun, and Erin and Brian planned so much time for photography - it was amazing! The mountain views, the people, the floral design everything!
So there's your warning and now I'm going to let the photographs tell the story. Oh and don't forget to check out the amazing vendor line up at the end of the post.
Event Planning : Tamara & Virginia from Belle Soiree Wedding & Event Consultants
Hair : Bella Chic Salon Makeup : Amanda Carter
Ceremony Site : Dry Cow Hill, Biltmore Estate
Officiant: Family Friend
Ceremony Transportation : Biltmore Estate Shuttles & Land Rover
Ceremony Music : James Barr
Floral Design : The Bloom Room
Reception Venue : The Crest Center
DJ : Spintastic Sounds (You're the absolute best Pat Lance)
Catering : M7 Events
Thumb Tree : Illustrated by Mom (a sketch of the tree that they got married under - incredible)
Transportation : Asheville Historic Trolly Tours
Additional Photography : Abby Moore (Thanks so much Abby I could not have done this without you)
Erin & Brian met and fell in love while working in some of the restaurants at Biltmore and couldn't imagine tying the knot anywhere else! They planned their wedding weekend perfectly with the help of Tamara from Belle Soiree Weddings. Celebrations kicked off with their rehearsal on dry cow hill followed by dinner at Deerpark and s'mores by the fire. The Biltmore floral team decorated their tables with vintage crates and lace and the twinkle lights made for a cozy atmosphere. I can't wait to share more images with you all from this amazing Biltmore wedding! The ceremony behind the house and mountain backdrop was just incredible.
Zetty & Greg planned such a lovely winter wedding at Lioncrest on Biltmore Estate. Greg enlisted the help of his college roommate and good friend Joel from Curly Willow Designs of SC. Joel took Zetty's idea of bringing the outside in and incorporated Christmas trees, drapery and decorated the tables with greens and white roses. Their guests traveled far and wide for this destination wedding and the Biltmore team as always exceeded every expectation. I was excited when the rain let up just long enough for us to venture up to the Biltmore House for some quick portraits, and so happy that Zetty and Greg chose me to photograph their beautiful wedding!
Ashley had dreamed of getting married at the Biltmore Estate since she was a little girl, and on September 14th all of her dreams came true! Ashley and James chose to do a first look at the Inn, where we also met up with the rest of the bridal party and explored Biltmore's grounds taking photographs for a while. Their ceremony took place in the Ballroom later that afternoon, followed by a cocktail reception and dinner on the Veranda. The Biltmore's very own floral team did an amazing job with the decor and the staff at Lioncrest provided the cake and catering. Their guests danced to the fantastic Sweetwater Junction from Atlanta who really kept the party going!
Natural Impressions, Asheville NC
Biltmore Estate Wedding at The Inn
Biltmore Estate Wedding - First Look
Lioncrest, Chestnut Room
Biltmore Estate Wedding, Lioncrest
First Dance, Lioncrest Veranda
