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Aavanth and Trinity wanted casual engagement photos in Charlotte NC that felt like them, relaxed, natural, neutral tones, no fuss. After three reschedules for rain (and a little rain on the day itself), their session near Romare Bearden Park turned out even better than planned.

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Nyazia and Isaiah traveled from Spartanburg for their Romare Bearden Park engagement photos, and they brought all the details. A rooftop parking garage with skyline views, a color coordinated red and black look, Isaiah’s car, and custom “yes” wine glasses made this Uptown Charlotte engagement session one for the books.

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Isa moved to the United States a little over three years ago. She met Matt online, and from their very first conversation, they were inseparable. So when her mom and grandma boarded a flight from Brazil to watch her get married, it was not just a trip. It was a full circle moment, and one […]

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As an LGBTQ+ wedding photographer, I don’t get nearly enough chances to photograph couples like Nikki and Ashley, so when they reached out for their engagement session at Kamila Gardens, I was thrilled. Here’s how their golden, warm afternoon came together.

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I am so excited to announce that one of my weddings has been published in Iconic Bride Magazine!

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Bride and groom portraits at sunset at Hidden Hill Venue with pink and orange sky over Blue Ridge Mountains

Lacy wanted mountains in every photo. Karson was just happy to be marrying her. And the Blue Ridge Mountains at Hidden Hill Venue in Morganton, NC delivered in the most stunning way, including a sunset that I am still thinking about.

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Couple sharing a clear umbrella during rainy engagement session at The Providence Cotton Mill in Maiden NC

Rain in the forecast? No problem. Meagan and Seth’s Providence Cotton Mill engagement session proved that a little water (and a couple of clear umbrellas) can make for some of the most magical photos I’ve ever taken.

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Samantha came in with a full vision: horse and carriage, candy truck, late night pretzel bar, a lace gown with a full train, heirloom pearls, and a white cowboy hat. Add in 92 degree heat, a rainstorm at golden hour, and a horse named Sammie who stole the show — and you’ve got one of the most memorable Alexander Homestead wedding days we’ve ever photographed.

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Alexander Homestead white wedding suit moment where Michael dips Liz on the famous garden bridge

Michael and I grew up together in Charlotte, so photographing his spring wedding to Liz at Alexander Homestead was one of those full-circle moments I will never forget. Blooming roses, a groom in a white suit, private vows, a Basenji ring bearer, and Kentucky Derby day chaos at the reception. It was such a good day.

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surprise proposal inside the Orchid Conservatory at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden photographed by Charlotte proposal photographer The Lilac Lion Photography

Mark had a plan, a leafy “Will You Marry Me?” backdrop, a room full of Daniela’s favorite people, and one very special Brilliant Earth x Ring Pop ruby ring waiting in his pocket! I hid behind the orchids with my camera and held my breath — and what happened next was one of the most beautiful proposals I have ever had the honor of capturing inside the Orchid Conservatory at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden!

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