Wedding Reception Belle Meade Plantation - Allison and Alex

Allison and Alex were one of the many couples that had their original wedding plans changed in 2020 by Covid. To keep their guests and loved ones safe, they decided to have a small ceremony and dinner in 2020 and postpone their large reception until 2021. This August they were able to have all their friends and family at Belle Meade Plantation to celebrate together. They threw a beautiful reception at Belle Meade Plantation. We photographed more portraits and then the couple and their guests danced the night away so happy to be with those most important to them.

Special thanks to the vendors:
Planner: Weddings by Helen
Florals: The English Garden
Hair & Makeup: Canvas & Coif
Catering: Beyond Details

Family Home Backyard Wedding

Last summer I travelled out of Nashville to photograph this beautiful wedding in KY at the bride’s family home and farm. The day started out absolutely gorgeous, the perfect temperature, a historic farm house, beautiful gardens, and wait until you see the open air reception setup. The couple opted to have a pre ceremony cocktail hour as well as a post ceremony cocktail hour. They wanted everything to flow, be relaxed but very classy. Almost as soon as the first cocktail hour began, it began to downpour. There was a 0% chance of rain that day and it rained for a solid 45 minutes. Guests huddled on the porch, the planners rushed around grabbing napkins and menus trying to salvage them and we all waited for the rain to stop so that the ceremony could start. I tell every bride and groom on their wedding day that something not planned is going to happen. It’s inevitable, but it will always work out. Maybe not the way that you had planned, but it will work out and that is just what happened. The linen napkins were dried in the family’s dryer. The chairs at the ceremony were dried off, the bridal party line up on the porch, and as the bride walked down the aisle, we witnessed a gorgeous sunset. I really hope you enjoy this wedding. Sarah Willard of Music City Events and LMA Designs did a fantastic job with the decor. The bridesmaid’s dresses were so fun and colorful and were a gift from the bride to her bridesmaids. The fantastic vendors were- Music City Events, LMA Designs, Music City Tents and Events, Visual Elements, Sensational Sounds and Nashville Event Lighting.

Venue Feature - The Mitchell House

Last Friday I had the opportunity to drive out to Lebanon to see The Mitchell House and visit with Susan Tindill Solbrig of Decadent Details. It's pretty spectacular and my brain couldn't help but go crazy with all different wedding photo opportunities inside and outside of the house. Here is more information from their website. 

"Constructed in 1906 and recently renovated, the Mitchell House entertains up to 150 guests for your indoor or outdoor wedding, reception, meetings, and other events with a warm atmosphere of hospitality. Guests are greeted by four columns that tower at the front of the majestic home. Upon entrance, the grand hall is an impressive sight with a grand stairway, consisting of two flights of steps coming together at one point. This magnificent expansive foyer can host sublime indoor affairs. The Ladies' Parlor is to the left, with hand-painted cloth above wood panels that is truly a masterpiece. On the right is the library and dining room. A lovely garden is available for outdoor ceremonies and receptions. The Mitchell House satisfies as a site with classic style and elegance and it will leave a lasting impression on your guests."

Spring Wedding at Loveless Barn - Hollie & Dusten

Hollie and Dusten were both in pharmacy school at Belmont University but didn’t meet until they sat down next to each other at a pub in Nashville. With Dusten being from Canada and Hollie hailing from Georgia, their two upbringings couldn’t be anymore different, but they found a lot in common. In hopes of helping with Dusten’s work visa, The two married a year before they had their big “wedding” day. They had their party and marriage dedication ceremony at the iconic Loveless Barn in Nashville, TN. Loveless is known for their fantastic Southern cuisine and Hollie and Dusten wanted to show all their Canadian guests a true southern time.

This Nashville wedding should be titled “The Party That Almost Didn’t Happen”. A few days before the ceremony Hollie texted me saying that Dusten, a Canadian citizen, couldn’t get back into the U.S. and they might have to call their marriage dedication ceremony off. Thankfully at the last minute he made it when everything worked out, it became an even bigger celebration. I was so glad that I got to photograph this sweet couple and their celebration.

Special thanks to all the participating vendors – The Loveless Barn, Floral Expressions by Cindy and Pink Cadillac Band.