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The Fields of Blackberry Cove | Asheville Wedding Photography /  by Lacey R Butler

I ADORE this, and if you do, then you found your photographer because I made this image. I was even WALKING and stooping and carrying a ton of things and swooped in and click! I’m fierce.

This is mostly here for the view. If you can’t tell it rained- rain on your wedding day is maybe or maybe not something you want, but I will tell you the truth that it makes a special magic for your day, like it’s really the only thing happening in the whole wide world… which, it sort of is, in your world, isn’t it?

Showing off the rain! Love the pops of pink and blue in the wedding attire!!

I love this venue. If you’re looking for a solid, beautiful venue I’d definitely check it out. If you’re looking for a photographer who watches for moments more than she fakes them, wants you to have original imagery and uses the environment to create dreamy and architecturally balanced imagery, hello! I’m an Asheville photographer available for travel anywhere!

The Ridge at Asheville, NC /  by Lacey R Butler

Perfect day in the mountains of Western North Carolina for a wedding!!

I was so happy to get to help Sean Szitas with this wedding. As the new gal in Asheville, building business can be a little daunting. Getting to shoot is like Christmas though, when you love doing it, so THANK YOU to those who have let me help them. Sean is a super relaxed guy, and works hard to take lots of great portraits. Our style varies a little, so I am able to add my journalistic eye as well as details he isn’t able to cover.

The couple privately exchanged their vows while we documented the moment. Both were in tears, as you can see and no kidding, I was a mess about their love story. It is a huge privilege in my life to have witnessed and learned about love from so many wonderful couples. The gist of their message to one another was what a gift to have found each other- and specifically I recall the bride telling her man how easy love is with him, and life, no matter the challenge. Just so amazing to find that!

The wait.

Love lens flare!!

Lens baby images for fun…

..after the safe image, of course

A big part of the wedding day FOR ME is honoring all you put into planning it. Although images of a couple alone are beautiful, I believe if you wanted to be alone you’d have eloped. The real story is here, the details of kissing surrounded by those you love, your intimate companions and long distance family that loves you enough to make the trip. It is a cultural celebration of those you cherish, not just the bride and groom. And of course.. lens flare. If you choose this time of day, I’ll be sure to incorporate the drama lighting can give us!

Ha! I was out paparazzi’d

The bride was in love with seeing the moon during sunset - she said all my favorite things are right here in this moment! I love fellow romantics! <3

I’d recommend The Ridge venue for anyone wanting a great location with perfect views right near Asheville! There was no end to the places for images, and the venue offers indoor and outdoor spots for the reception. There are onsite golf carts for quick jaunts across the property- definitely cannot wait to get back to this one!