Friday 8 November 2013

Destination Wedding: Asheville, NC

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Have you ever heard the saying “Great things come to those who wait"? I would have to agree that to a point, it’s true. Sometimes patience can bring you the greatest successes. HOWEVER, when I decided to stop sitting around being lame and start showcasing my 50 Shades of Awesome (see Orlando Blog), I came across an opportunity that was too good to pass up!

On my latest destination wedding adventure, I met up with the super talented Audrey Goforth of Goforth Photography in one of my favorite destinations, Asheville, North Carolina. And let me tell you, this wedding was a dream! I was like a kid in a candy store, like McCauley Culkin at the end of Home Alone 2, I was Rocky when he finally made it to the top of all those stairs, like…okay, okay, you get it!!!! I’ve never seen so many gorgeous personalized details! From canvas bags to hangover kits, they had it ALL!! It was old southern money meets Jimmy Choo (I can still feel my giddiness when she pulled them out of the box)!

I can’t thank Audrey Goforth enough for this experience! I was in “Awww” the whole day! I loved everything and it was such an honor to work with Audrey! I hope you enjoy the photos as much as I did taking them! Thank you so much! Enjoy !

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 photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0059_zps54cc54f9.jpg "DO NOT CRY!" A few bridesmaids walked into the room just seconds after the brides mom and sister had helped her get into her dress!  photo 0ea7d3a4-9969-4d6a-9043-0f2f7ee71772_zps6fee787c.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0061_zpsf833f02e.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0068_zps53d6f8c2.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0146_zpsb1bf043a.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0074_zps05b82f7f.jpg For the ride to and from the church, the bride rode in this 1959 Rolls Royce! A perfect choice.  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0078_zps2a74161c.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0087_zps98560207.jpg The ceremony was held at a beautiful old stone church. Even though I was unable to move around, I managed to capture the love and emotion of the bride and groom!  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0084_zps0b44ab58.jpg  photo 00d679fb-380f-4943-b169-43ba3b435e43_zps8e579c18.jpg After the ceremony, I headed straight to the reception at this stunning old stone mansion. It is by far one of the most decadent layouts I have ever seen and had the pleasure of photographing. From the ice sculptures to the oyster shots to the coffee and cigar bars, every corner held a new surprise. Nothing was left out, everything was perfect and absolutely breathtaking!  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0130_zps5998eb12.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0127_zps81fdd4f8.jpg Another first for me! They had an on-site painter who painted a live scene of the reception throughout the night. True talent.  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0126_zps4b1ea684.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0128_zps2966e330.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0125_zpsc6f8a4be.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0132_zps520ed7ad.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0113_zps77327a07.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0115_zps603fd4c0.jpg Roll Vodka Roll! The bride and groom had this elephant ice sculpture to represent the University of Alabama where they had attended college. Roll Tide!  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0121_zpsbca8c9e1.jpg  photo c6672f1e-a5bf-48f7-9318-5b412b7f1352_zps9a085c00.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0133_zps4e8f2577.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0134_zps0cef7df1.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0137_zps1ea1783d.jpg Bojangles Chicken and Biscuits!! The grooms cakes reminded me of watching Cake Boss! This Bojangles chicken box replica was dead on and came fully-equipped with a mini groom, chicken and biscuits in hand!  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0136_zpsf3847111.jpg When the saints come marching in! A New Orleans style march led the wedding party from cocktail hour to the reception! Another unique feature to represent this family's history!  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0138_zps6fdb0c27.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0145_zps3dbbe63c.jpg  photo 40bb1ec8-fcc1-4314-b6fa-b58febda7286_zpsa6f173ac.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0154_zpsc7cc9b49.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0148_zps3ebf99e4.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0151_zps2b282b83.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0153_zps678de38a.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0158_zps579362e4.jpg All of the sudden Neo came out and was like "LETS GET THIS PARTY STARTED"!!! Ok, so that's not Neo but Party on the Moon really knows how to rock a party!!!  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0160_zpsb865c6f5.jpg  photo 179a7360-9f8c-4227-b821-e4e18253baff_zps72a98202.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0161_zps5dae4879.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0156_zps812d25d3.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0169_zpsede7f990.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0170_zpsa30551e5.jpg A outfit change and some MJ keep this party rocking!  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0171_zps2439fb7b.jpg  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0162_zpsdc60aace.jpg Showing some love! This stunning bride blows the camera a goodnight kiss before she is swept away to her romantic getaway!  photo DestinationWeddingAshevilleNC_0176_zps34f0751d.jpg The finished painting of one unforgettable night is just the beginning of this couples new life together!  photo c083bb4d-019e-4f07-9e71-dd6c5ea929b8_zps6fc7939f.jpg From the bottom of my heart I want to thank you so much for your support! Please show a little love in my comment box! :)