A beautiful Uwharrie Wedding peek!

  Recently, a good friend & photographer, Weezie B, asked me to go with her to shoot a small wedding in Uwharrie. I had never actually been to the area, but when we got there, I was blown away! It was a picture perfect setting for a summer wedding. We had a great time, and got some amazing shots from the evening.

  After doing a little bit of research, and Ben saying he wanted to go back to the Uwharrie National Forest, I found that there are quite a few things do there! What could be better than a bit a day hiking, and a trip to the local vineyard? The best part is that is only about an hour outside of Greensboro.

  Editing this wedding has gotten me so excited for my fall weddings! Take a look below for a glimpse of this Bride & Groom's wonderful day.

 Thanks for checking it out!

Abigail Seymour's ShutterPROS Workshop

Only one word can describe how I felt when I left Hodgin Valley Farm.

  WOW.

    I just wanted to get home to tell Ben everything I had learned. I felt like my was head full of all of this vital information I couldn't lose. In case you have no idea what I am talking about (partially because I have really slacked off of the blogging the last two weeks), I was lucky enough to attend Abigail Seymour's ShutterPROS Workshop. This workshop is for aspiring or professional wedding photographers to learn more about the marketing and business aspect, as well as actually shooting a set up wedding. 

    Abigail Seymour is truly an amazing photographer, and a wonderful teacher! Anyone who can get to chance to do her workshops should sign up for the next one! We even had a perfect couple to shoot. Jennifer Jackson & Craig Garifo. They were the beautiful couple who posed for an engagement and wedding session. They were completely awesome, thank you both once again Jennifer & Craig! Good luck on your upcoming wedding!

                    Our beautiful Bride & Groom-to-be!


    Not only was the information more then helpful,  but you really get the chance to get to know so many people just like you, who love doing this for a living. Instead of fearing your competition, you actually get to know them, and learn from one another. I was definitely surrounded by a talented and inspiring group of photographers!

    So how did this all come together? Well it wouldn't have without a whole group of vendors willing to help out. Leigh Pearce, owner & wedding planner of Leigh Pearce Weddings handled all of the wedding and design set up. Our "reception" was laid out beautifully with all great details any photographer loves.  Thank you Leigh for all of your hard work, it turned out perfect!

        Perfect table display by Leigh Pearce Weddings
                        Delicious Pies by Iron Hen!


    The Workshop was held at Hodgin Valley Farm in Pleasant Garden, North Carolina. It is a great venue for a wedding, as you can tell in the photos! Our food was from the fresh and local Iron Hen! It is located in Greensboro, NC, and serves fresh & local goodness! Boy was it delicious! All of the flowers were from The Farmer's Wife. The birdcage veils the bride changed throughout our shoot are by Renee McCardell, owner of Voulez Veils, as well as McCardell Photography! I wish I knew about these when I got married. Lastly, the attire of the wedding was picked out by Leigh Pearce Weddings, from vintage thrift stores, and Design Archives of Greensboro.

    Thanks once again to Abigail, Leigh, and all of the vendors! For more information on ShutterPROS, visit Abigail Seymour's Shuttershops here.

Credits from photoshoot: Abigail Seymour
Event Coordination: Leigh Pearce Weddings
Flowers: The Farmer's Wife (phone is 336-274-7920)
Food: The Iron Hen Cafe
Bride's Dress: Design Archives
Birdcage Veils: Voulez Veils (photographer Renee McCardell!)

Bride-to-be: Jennifer Jackson
Groom-to-be: Craig Garifo