One Frame: Amy

Expectant mother poses for maternity photos at Wing Haven Gardens in Charlotte NC

Charlotte NC Wedding Photographer - Nathan Abplanalp (1)

Another photo of Amy in the midst of the gorgeous greenery of Wing Haven Gardens. It suited her well as she wanted to really have a vibrant location to mirror her little boy who would be arriving soon. I love the soft natural textures that bolster the maternity session.

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Ban

Bride on brick stairs of the Duke Mansion in Charlotte NC

Bride at the Duke Mansion in Charlotte NC
The Duke Mansion is a bit of a fairy tale location in Charlotte. There is not too much like it available to the public and the fact that we were able to photograph Ban’s Bridal Session there was extremely exciting to me. Ban was graceful in front of the camera and suited the location to a T.

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Wedding Reception: Jim & Amy

Groom twirls bride during first dance at Foundation for the Carolinas in Charlotte NC

Bride and Groom Dancing at Foundations for the Carolinas

Often I can feel that a wedding reception feels like more of a party rather than a celebration of the couple joining together. For Jim and Amy however, their family and guests were wholeheartedly about them and were so enthusiastic about their marriage. As with most receptions, the decorations were a main staple to it. For Amy, this was a chance for her to play with all the ideas that she had for her big day. Grays and yellows accentuated by milk glass tableware and in combination with the modern space of The Foundation for the Carolinas nestled in uptown Charlotte, gave a visual design feast for the guests. It was a smorgasbord and all I had to do was point and click.

Cake: Cheesecake Etc.
Ceremony Venue: First United Methodist Church
Reception Venue: Foundation for the Carolinas
Flowers: Flowers by Lingky
Hair and Makeup: Lindsey Regan Thorne
Music: Split Second Sound
Videography: KA Studios
Caterers: Queen City Catering
Rentals: Party Reflections
Photo booth: ShutterBooth
Calligraphy: Silvershel Calligraphy

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Wedding Preparations: Jim & Amy

Wedding bands at First United Methodist Church in Charlotte NC

Bridal rings sitting in a bowl in Charlotte NC
Jim and Amy’s wedding was one of the highlights of my year. From the get go, Amy painted me a picture of her wedding with it’s grays, whites, and yellows. All accentuated by her huge collection of milk glass tablewares. Being a designer herself, she could not wait to dive in and make her vision a reality. Her and Jim are one of my favorite couples as they just love one another, Amy loves Jim’s big heart and vivacious personality while Jim adores Amy and always seeks to make her laugh! Enjoy their preparation photos!

Cake: Cheesecake Etc.
Ceremony Venue: First United Methodist Church
Reception Venue: Foundation for the Carolinas
Flowers: Flowers by Lingky
Hair and Makeup: Lindsey Regan Thorne
Music: Split Second Sound
Videography: KA Studios
Caterers: Queen City Catering
Rentals: Party Reflections
Photo Booth: ShutterBooth
Calligraphy: Silvershel Calligraphy

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Amy

Woman poses at Independence Park in Charlotte NC

Mother smiling at camera during maternity session at Wing Haven Garden

I love this portrait of Amy. I had Jim over my shoulder complimenting her and singing her praises. They are one of my favorite couples to photograph as they just work together. Jim is incredibly thoughtful and Amy adores him in every way.

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