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With so many details that go into wedding planning, sometimes the idea of comfortable wedding shoes gets left behind. This is one item that I urge you to take your time on. Shoe shop regularly until you find the perfect pair (or pairs! You will see more on that in a minute.) Go ahead, do […]

Weddings

March 8, 2021

Asheville Wedding Photographer | 3 Tips to Avoid Painful Wedding Shoes | Comfortable Wedding Shoes

Badgley Mischka wedding shoes with peep toe at Asheville wedding.

As an Asheville family photographer, one of the most common questions I receive from families is, “Do you have a guide or any tips on what we should wear to our photo session?” Of course I do! And honestly, I would LOVE to help! Scroll down to see the best tips on what to wear […]

Families

February 4, 2021

Asheville Family Photographer | Tips for What to Wear to Your Photography Session

Family playing with dog at Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC

Biltmore Estate, the most magnificent mansion I have ever laid eyes on here in the United States, and it can be hard to decide where to propose at Biltmore Estate! It is huge, ornately designed, is full of history, sits atop a hill with fantastic views, and is oh so spectacular! It is truly the […]

Engagements + Proposals

January 24, 2021

Biltmore Proposal Photographer | Where to Propose at Biltmore Estate

Couple getting engaged at Biltmore Estate

I had such a blast hanging out with Molly and Amber again! A little over three years ago I captured their beautiful their beautiful summer wedding photography in Asheville, NC at The North Carolina Arboretum, as well as Molly’s bridal portraits at Lake Junaluska, and last week I photographed them again! This time we went to […]

Engagements + Proposals, Families

November 14, 2020

Craggy Gardens Fall Photography | Molly + Amber

Couples portrait

Mini sessions are just as they sound, a mini version of a full photo session. A mini session is a short photo session with fewer final photos at a smaller price. They are perfect for some families in some seasons of life, and are not so perfect for others. For me, I offer Asheville photography […]

Families

October 23, 2020

Asheville Family Photographer | What is a Mini Session and How Do I Know If It’s a Good Fit for My Family?

little boy laughing with parents during family photos

Though many things are cancelled this summer, love is not! Just like this Botanical Gardens at Asheville proposal photography! I have been fortunate to capture so many amazing love stories through weddings, elopements, maternity sessions, engagements, and proposals like this one. I always love my job, but this summer, I especially love watching my amazing […]

Engagements + Proposals

August 14, 2020

Botanical Gardens at Asheville Proposal Photography | Harrison + Lauren

Engagement proposal in creek in Asheville, NC

Y’all! I have to start by saying that this Hawkesdene summer wedding photography was so much fun! Family, friends, vendors, all of it! It was an absolute blast and an honor to be a part of Stephanie and Guy’s wedding day at Hawkesdene in Andrews, NC. Every detail was beautiful, and even Mother Nature congratulated […]

Weddings

July 13, 2020

Hawkesdene Summer Wedding Photography Preview | Stephanie + Guy

Bride and groom announced at wedding at Hawkesdene in Andrews near Asheville

Wedding days are filled with the hustle and bustle of getting ready, greeting guests, making last minute decisions, and of course, love and excitement. As a wedding photographer in Asheville, NC, I do everything we can to help make your big day simpler, quieter, and more enjoyable. One of the things I pride myself in […]

Weddings

June 13, 2020

Asheville Wedding Photographer | 10 Items to Have ready for Your Photographer On Your Wedding Day

Wedding day details at Hawkesdene in Andrews near Asheville

There are many advantages to having an unplugged wedding, which we will go through in a minute. Before we do that, let’s talk about what exactly an unplugged wedding is. By my definition, as an Asheville, NC wedding photographer, an unplugged wedding is where the couple getting married asks their guests to put away all […]

Weddings

June 12, 2020

Asheville Wedding Photographer | 3 Reasons to Host an Unplugged Wedding

Bride and groom walking down aisle at wedding at Lodge at Flat Rock in Hendersonville, NC

Meet Avalyn, a sweet and spunky kiddo who was a delight to photograph for her one year photos in Asheville! Her big smile, happy spirit, little leg rolls, and beautiful flower crown were simply perfect for her photo session! This happy girl turned 1 year old on the very day we captured her one year […]

Families

May 25, 2020

Asheville Family Photographer | Avalyn’s One Year Photos in Asheville Session Preview

One year old girl giggling with parents in Asheville

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WEDDINGS |



ENGAGEMENTS + PROPOSALS |



FAMILIES |



MATERNITY + NEWBORNS |



WEDDING PLANNING |



ABOUT JESSICA

BLOG categories:

are you looking for something specific? 

Maybe a wedding venue, wedding planning tips,
newborn photography samples, proposal ideas, or more about me?