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A Classic Wedding at the Historic Riverwood Mansion in Nashville, TN

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I almost titled this post “A Cinderella Wedding at the Historic Riverwood Mansion in Nashville, TN” because Jane was a stunning real-life version of Cinderella standing next to Steven in his uniform. I was lucky enough to get to hang out with Jane multiple times before the wedding and it made shooting her wedding feel like I was shooting a friend’s wedding. It also allowed me to be a calming presence when Jane was worried that Steven might accidentally see her before the wedding. Her gown was stunning, she looked like royalty, and she wanted the fairytale moment of him seeing her for the first time as she walked down the aisle to him. They had so many friends and family travel to see them be married and it was exciting to keep her hidden from sight as guests arrived early. My second shooter and I had to channel our inner Burt Macklin/Secret Service skills and get her tucked away!  

I wish you could have seen my face as I was shooting Jane’s bridal details and the groom’s brother walked by. I did a literal double take and then I probably startled him as I said “Whoa!” out loud. The groom has a TWIN! I had no idea! It was probably really comical to see my face as I watched him walk by. Oh, and you’re going to see a lot of photos of his adorable little boy and girl. They were the cutest little flower girl and ring bearer.

Steven and Jane’s entire wedding party was so sweet and awesome the entire day as we shuffled from one event to the next to make sure we were getting everything before the rain moved in. We were really really blessed that day. The forecasts had been calling for rain all week and there must have been a lot of family and friends praying because the rain held off until after we were done with portraits and tucked into the reception. 

I also want to mention that this was my first wedding at Riverwood Mansion and I was blown away by this beautiful venue and the amazing staff. They did such a great job with all the details of the day and were so helpful and hands-on whenever I needed something. Steven and Jane’s wedding was absolutely stunning and I hope that I get to shoot there again.

Steven and Jane, I’m so glad that I got to be your photographer for your wedding. Thank you so much for allowing me to capture your love and I hope that you love this sneak peek blog post of my favorite moments.

Just look at that ceiling! So gorgeous!

I just love all of her girls’ reactions to seeing her in her dress for the first time.

This ivy tunnel is just beyond amazing!

I loved that they gave their new mothers roses. It was a surprise to the moms and it was so so sweet.

She married her prince charming!

VENUE & DECOR // RIVERWOOD MANSION

FLORALS // ENCHANTED FLORIST

VIDEOGRAPHER // PATRICK MAKES

BRIDE’S DRESS // ESSENCE OF AUSTRALIA

GROOM’S ATTIRE // JOS A BANK

BRIDE’S HAIR & MAKEUP // BLUSH AND HONEY

CAKE // 8 LAVENDER LANE EVENTS

CATERING // 8 LAVENDER LANE EVENTS

DJ // CHRIS FAULK

PLANNING // JACEY CARLISLE AT RIVERWOOD MANSION

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this couple!  they were an absolute joy to photograph and it doesn’t take long to see how great they are together.  we had such a great time shooting their engagement session at my sister’s mansion apartment (i like to call it “katie’s castle”). just a little background, alicia and i went to high school together in west tennessee and had not seen each other since graduation. we connected via facebook a few months back and alicia saw some of my photography work.  she messaged me and let me know that she was getting married soon and wanted to see if i would be able to shoot their engagement photos.  they didn’t need me for the wedding since they are getting married somewhere pretty amazing if you ask me (i’m not sure if it’s a secret or not so my lips are sealed), but i am honored that she asked me to take the engagement photos.  below are just a few of my favorites from the session and if you want to see all of the images from their session, just click on the link at the end of this post.

i just love this beautiful gravel driveway.  just perfect!

alicia’s eyes are just stunning! just the prettiest blue….is it weird to say that i hope their future children have her eyes? because i totally do

they are just so cute!

just look at that beautiful ivy covered brick! so. dreamy! and i always get a little jealous that my sister gets to live here whenever i come to visit.

i just love her engagement ring…i was practically drooling over it! just the classic perfect size and shape.

i hope you enjoyed this session as much as i do! it’s definitely on my list of favorites

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