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Summer is here in the Carolinas! The last two weddings I’ve photographed have had daily temperatures reach the mid 90s (phew!). Lots of water and sunscreen for this time of year for sure! The soaring temperatures have made me super excited for some beach vacations we have coming up. Actually, as I’m writing this, we […]

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Katie Lumsden, the owner of The Lilac Lion Photography poses with her husband under the Japanese cherry blossoms in full bloom in Hiroshima, Japan.

Our first (of hopefully many) trips to Japan! Here is a summary of week 2 of our travels, including our adventures in Kyoto, Uji, Nara, Osaka, and Hiroshima.

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Neika and Elijah stand on top of Hawksbill Mountain at sunset in the fall. The trees are filled with color and the orange sunset blazes around them.

Want epic scenery for your blue ridge mountain engagement photos? Check out this helpful post with tips from The Lilac Lion Photography!

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Bride and groom stand beside their wedding venue, Starmount Forest Country Club. The groom looks adoringly at his bride and spins her around for the camera.

Megan and Adam’s spring wedding at Starmount Forest Country Club was absolutely amazing! Everything from the heartfelt first touch to the vintage getaway car was perfect.

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Couple walks underneath a bright red Torii Gate at Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto, Japan.

Gorgeous photoshoot in Japan with Cam and Maura! We explored Fushimi Inari Taisha and Kasuga Park during our photo session.

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Beau the dog "smiles" happily snuggled up in his owner's arms. His bandana reads "My humans are getting married"

Wondering how to include your furry friend in your photo session? Check out these tips from former zookeeper turned photographer – The Lilac Lion Photography.

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The bride and groom snuggle up together at the beach at sunset. The pier is visible off in the distance and the orange sunset reflects off of the ocean waves.

Beautiful spring beach wedding in Wilmington, NC! I love being a NC wedding photographer and getting to photograph couples tie the knot in gorgeous places. The sunset that night was a photographer’s dream!

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A golden Torii gate stands amongst the towering trees and temples in Tokyo, Japan

Our first (of hopefully many) trips to Japan! Here is a summary of week 1 of our travels, including our adventures in Tokyo and Hakone.

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Anna and Sam share a kiss and a dip at night on the top of the Westin Poinsett. A huge, read, neon sign reading "Poinsett Hotel" shines behind them in the dark.

Gorgeous New Years Eve wedding in downtown Greenville, SC at the Westin Poinsett Hotel taken by Charlotte Wedding Photographer The Lilac Lion Photography.

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Newly engaged couple Cheyenne and Ben snuggle up close together on a rock on the bank of small pool. A beautiful two-tiered waterfall flows in the background behind them.

A gorgeous and adventurous fall engagement session at McGalliard Falls Park. Waterfalls add a touch of romance and magic to any session! I love being a Charlotte Wedding Photographer and getting to live close enough to capture gorgeous photos in awesome places for my couples!

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