“Actually, the best gift you could have given her was a lifetime full of adventures ”
When Katherine first messaged me, she said she found me through various instagram tags, and my work stood out as bright and colorful. I immediately knew we’d get along great because bright, bold colors are my favorite….and THEN she said their wedding date was my birthday! June 10th! What more could you ask for?!? I knew we were going to have way too much fun!
She and Rob were connected to both Raleigh and Boone, like me, so we decided to capture their engagement session in Raleigh since their wedding would be at Sky Retreat, one of my favorite Boone Venues. The JC Raulston Arboretum was sure to have plenty of color and I knew it would fit with with their adventurous side.
Fast forward to their big day! We had actually had multiple chats before hand as they navigated various mountain vendors and I was so excited to work with such an incredible team. Most of my couples resonate with my style in one way or another, but I swear Katherine and I could be the same person.
As her friends and family described her adventurous way, they also spoke of her excitement for life and great big feels. She was not shy with her tears, hugs or celebratory cheers! Further they described Rob’s perfect compliment to her personality through grounding; he balances her without holding her back. He might seem shy at first, but he was so comfortable in her presence, he was happy to share a cheers or a cigar, twirl her on the floor, surprise her with a dip and run through the sparklers twice!
You could simply feel the energy between them all day. They were both a big ball of nerves until the moment they saw each other and everything else fell away. When they finally had to chance to really embrace and share a moment together after the ceremony, she melted right into him and you could tell she was home.
I would celebrate with you two every weekend if I could! Thank you for including me in your big day! It was the happiest of birthdays!
The Wedding Vendors who made the day possible:
Photographer: Cynthia Viola with Jesse Roberts
Venue: Sky Retreat
Coordinator: Katie Brooks Event Co
Dress: Maggie Soterro - Artimus dress from Simply Blush Bridal
Suit: The Black Tux
Rings: Raleigh Diamond
Hair: Brittany Pruitt
Make Up: April Bennett
Live Painter: Abby Lynne Artist
Arch Florist: Bouquet Florist
Bouquets: Something Borrowed Blooms
Officiant: Megan Roberts
Catering: Casa Rustica Catering
Cake: Hallmark Cakes
Rentals: The Festive Elk
Bar: Bartenders Plus CLT
