Charlotte Wedding Photographers - Indigo Photography Blog

Bebbyn's December Bridal Sess, Kannopolis, NC

2012-01-24T07:20:00.000-08:00

Hair & Makeup: Kymm McLean w/ Who's the Fairest

Meredith and Clay's Wedding Charlotte, NC

2012-01-21T13:13:00.000-08:00

Photographer's notes: Meredith is one lucky lady. Not only does she have the coolest parents on the planet; she married Clay, and he plays a mean set of sticks. We were able to capture him on the drums playing with the band and everyone loved it.

And just for the record, Clay is one lucky man because Meredith is an amazing gal.

Wedding planner extraordinaire Dina Berg Blazek made sure everything was perfect throughout the day and evening.

And, Carolyn Shepard created the most beautiful flower arrangements we have witnessed in years.

Best wishes to you Meredith and Clay for a fun filled and exciting life together, and congratulations to Maryangela and David, and Kathy and John.

Wedding Vendors:
Dina Berg Blazek
Beth Harris
Carolyn Shepard
Cake designer Elizabeth Harrison
Reception site
Band In the Pocket
Jami Svay
Trolleys Inc.
Poffie Girls

Natalie & Nick's E-sess, Concord, NC

2012-01-16T09:48:00.000-08:00

Sarah & Collin's E-sess, Charlotte, NC

2012-01-05T08:59:00.000-08:00

photographer's notes - this shoot wraps up what has truly been the "year
of the E-Session" for us here at Indigo.

the portrait sessions give our clients an insight to what we mean when we
describe our shoots as having editorial/lifestyle aesthetic, where we try
to combine a natural feel to our images with the edgy texture of editorial
fashion.

for Sarah and Collin we began uptown near the Wells Fargo building, but
really, the location was a secondary consideration...what i was looking
for, as always, was the dramatic feel that late day light can bring to the
table.
we followed up with what is becoming one of my favorite locations, the
facade of the Bechtler Museum, where i have to admit i was carried by our
strikingly attractive couple.

the ice skating finale sort of speaks for itself...romance.

Enter to Win FREE wedding day photography with The Knot's big Giveaway!

2012-01-02T08:32:00.000-08:00

We are excited to be a part of The Knot's BIG giveaway!!! Visit The Knot's booth at the Bridal Showcase this Sunday, January 8th, to enter for your chance to win a free Indigo wedding day package (valued at $2,800) among other wedding day services from some of Charlotte's top vendors! Nine lucky brides will win gifts ranging from DJ services, wedding venues, video and photography, flowers, consultations, jewelry and more! Don’t miss out!
The Bridal Showcase is this Sunday, January 8th, at the Charlotte Convention Center from 12-5pm. You can get more info HERE.
See you there!

Jordan & Thomas's Wedding, Charlotte, NC

2011-12-24T06:08:00.000-08:00

Yay! A Christmas Eve post! Please enjoy Jordan & Thomas's wedding sneak peek!
If you missed it, check out Jordan's bridals HERE that we did at the Charlotte Museum of History (where her reception was held).

Hadley & Brian's Charlotte Wedding

2011-12-22T14:34:00.000-08:00

Photographer's notes: A mutual love of UNC basketball brought Hadley and Brian together... in Rhode Island! Lucky for us Hadley brought Brian to Charlotte, NC and the rest they say is history.

If there was an award for the most beautiful, happy, and relaxed bride on the planet, Hadley would win hands down! We were thrilled to photograph her bridal portrait session at The Duke Mansion.

Hadley and Brian had a gorgeous ceremony at St. Peter's Episcopal and a stunning reception at The Omni. Everything was orchestrated perfectly by the amazing Jane Roberson.

Best wishes to Hadley and Brian for an exciting and fantastic future together!

The Duke Mansion
St. Peter's Episcopal Church
Omni Hotel
Carolina Video Productions
Party Reflections
La Tea Das
Trolleys Inc.
Carolina Executive Limo
Todd Murphy Events
Mecklenburg Bridal
Perry's at Southpark
Elizabeth Tolley
Band of Oz
Carmel Day Spa
Decadent Designs Bakery

Abby & Steve's Wedding, The Duke Mansion, Charlotte, NC

2011-12-19T18:10:00.000-08:00

If I could describe this wedding in one word, it would be PERFECTION. The weather, the dress, the bride..every last detail! I loved being a part of every second of it! Congratulations Abby & Steve. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your very special day.
Enjoy the pics and also check out Abby & Steve's video sneak peek from Timm Young Films.... http://vimeo.com/33134599 LOVE it!

Bride/Bridesmaid Pre-ceremony: The Duke Mansion
Groom/Groomsmen Pre-ceremony: The Westin
Ceremony: St. Peter's Catholic Church
Reception: The Duke Mansion
Band: The Dickens
Ceremony Music: Billy Rainey, St. Peter's Catholic Church
Cake: The WOW Factor Cakes
Flowers: Flowers from the Cellar
Wedding Gown Designer: Rivini
Gown purchased from: Nitsas
Bridesmaids’ dresses: Jim Hjelm
Hair & Makeup: Kymm McLean, Who’s the Fairest
Invitations and Stationary: Red Stone Press
Videography: Timm Young, Timm Young Films
Reception Lighting: Frank Pyrtle from the Dickens Band
Rentals: Party Reflections
Wedding Transportation: Five Star Limo & English Carriage
Wedding planner: Emily McCollin, Occasions by Emily
Mother of the Bride’s dress: Modern Trousseau
Photobooth: Flickerbooth
Reception dress designer: Carmen Marc Valvo
Reception dress purchased from: Nitsas

Ashley & Rob's Palisades Country Club Wedding

2011-12-15T13:01:00.000-08:00

Photographer's notes: We first met Ashley and Rob at Stephanie and Zeke's wedding that we photographed at The Mint Museum in 2009. Thank you Stephanie and Zeke. It was terrific to see you two again. And we got to work with the fabulous Laura Massie again, event planner extraordinaire!

Ashley has that classic beauty and we were thrilled to photograph her bridal portrait session at The Dairy Barn. The day we did her portrait session was a classic Carolina summer day, 100+ degrees and ridiculously humid. And she was still absolutely gorgeous. Nothing fazes this girl.

Ashley and Rob decided to get married at The Palisades Country Club. Lucky for us! It is beautiful. Happy holidays and best wishes to you both for an exciting and adventurous future.

Vendors:

Laura Massie
The Dairy Barn
The Palisades Country Club
East Coast Entertainment
The Place for Flowers
Got What it Cakes
Mecklenburg Bridal
New York Bride & Groom
Modern Salon & Spa

LaToya & Kester's Wedding, Charlotte, NC

2011-12-06T11:46:00.000-08:00

Pre-ceremony: Hotel Sierra
Ceremony: St. Mary's Chapel
Reception: NC Dance Theatre
DJ: DJ Pierce
Cake/cupcakes: Nona's Sweets

If you missed it...be sure to check out LaToya & Kester's helicopter proposal here:
http://indigocharlotte.blogspot.com/2010/09/latoya-kesters-proposal-charlotte-nc.html
And LaToya's bridal session here:
http://indigocharlotte.blogspot.com/2011/10/latoyas-bridal-session-charlotte-nc.html

Megan and Andrew's Quail Hollow Country Club Wedding

2011-12-02T11:32:00.000-08:00

Photographer's notes: We met Megan and Andrew through the lovely and talented team at Hall & Webb. Megan and Andrew are a very fun couple. They had a beautiful ceremony and reception and Quail Hollow Country Club. It was gorgeous! The band The Remedy kept everyone entertained all night long. Congratulations and best wishes to Megan and Andrew!

Vendors:

Quail Hollow Country Club
Hall& Webb
NY Bride
Crawford & Co.
Merigo Films
Charlotte Strings
The Remedy
Party Tables
Party Reflections

Mallery and Doughton's Charlotte Wedding

2011-12-01T11:04:00.000-08:00

photographer's notes - so i'm listening to the Black Keys on my ipod, the
windows are open in my office with a cool afternoon breeze blowing in, i'm
working on Mallory and Doughton's wedding images and thinking, "i'm really
lucky and blessed to have Indigo as something i'm involved with every day
of life". i mean it.

i met these gracious and photogenic couple last year and from our
engagement session this spring to the wedding day shoot this October, its
really been a pleasure. Mallory looked stunning at the Duke Mansion with
her bridesmaids, the regal images we did on the upstairs porch were right
out of "Town and Country".

speaking of Duke Mansion, though i've done many shoots there over the past
decade or so, this was my first wedding - whether it was working in the
historic interior or the stately garden setting - a fantastic location.

Avondale Presbyterian Church
The Duke Mansion

Sarah & Mike's E-sess, Charlotte, NC

2011-11-30T18:16:00.000-08:00

Sarah & Mike just recently got engaged in Charleston, SC..one of my favorite places! They will be getting married at the Duke Mansion here in Charlotte next October.
We split their engagement session in 2 days. We wanted the perfect night to get some awesome city shots so we waited for the perfect night..and we got it!
Congratulations Sarah & Mike! We are so excited to be a part of this amazing time in your lives!

Kristin & Matt's E-sess! Gaffney, SC

2011-11-27T18:57:00.000-08:00

We did Kristin & Matt's engagement session on Matt's family farm in Gaffney, SC. A beautiful place to shoot w/ a beautiful couple? Yes please!! Kristin & Matt got engaged at Shelton Vineyards in North Carolina so we incorporated a bottle from the vineyard in a few pics. Absolutely love how their pics turned out. Enjoy!

Brandy & Michael's Bonterra Wedding

2011-11-23T11:32:00.000-08:00

Photographer's notes: Brandy & Michael got hitched at our absolute favorite local restaurant, Bonterra. Mmmmmmmmmmm. We knew we liked these two as soon as we met them. Brandy is a no-nonsense "call it like it is" kind of gal which we highly appreciate, and Michael, well... Michael is hilarious. He has a terrific sense of humor and he likes Eminem. Doesn't get better than that. Congratulations you two and... cheers!

Vendors
Ceremony & Reception site: Bonterra
Officiant: Darrell Humphrey
Wedding Coordinator: Melanie Tritten
DJ: Dennis - www.splitsecondsound.com
Flowers: www.placeforflowers.com
Cake: www.tizzerts.com

Traci & Todd's E-session, USC Columbia

2011-11-23T11:00:00.000-08:00

photographer notes - as much as i enjoy shooting in charlotte, there is
always something interesting about working in new locations and this year
has certainly been the year of exploring new spots to make images,
especially for our E-sessions.

for Traci and Todd, i drove down to the University of South Carolina,
their alma mater. the mix of historic buildings and a balmy autumn
afternoon made for a fun shoot. though the experience of being on a
college campus was a nostalgic one for me, it was nothing like what i felt
when we went to the football stadium to wrap our session.

just walking onto the field brought back my own memories of being a
linebacker at Notre Dame...the clash of helmets, the camaraderie of my
teammates, the thrill of being carried off the field on the shoulders of
the defense after one of my many game saving tackles...

ok, ok, these things did not happen. at 135 pounds, i have to admit the
only football i've played has been on my Playstation. but what i did
recall when i photographed Traci and Todd at Gamecock Stadium was the
playful urgency of young love in college, when you meet someone for the
first time, and that chance meeting blossoms into something special.

Sara & Ryan's Wedding, Byron's South End, Charlotte

2011-11-18T07:09:00.000-08:00

photographer's notes - i'd never thought about it, but among the many
weddings i've photographed at the hip south end location, Byrons, i'd
never once done a ceremony there. when Sarah & Ryan booked with us last
year, i was excited about the visuals in the courtyard. the brick walls
combined with the tall facades of industrial windows gives the area a
distinctly unique look, and on a fall afternoon, the light was perfect.

we started the day at the Westin, which gave our images a nice contrast
with the vintage Charlotte aesthetic of the South End...the lounge area at
the Westin is always a luminous place to make images, the pre-wedding
portraits we did of Sarah came out terrific!

Ceremony & Reception:Byron's South End
Entertainment: Split Second Sound
Coordinator: Kate Fitzgerald
Shutterbooth

Jessica and Sebastian's Charlotte Wedding

2011-11-16T08:49:00.000-08:00

Videography: Crown Alley Films
Ceremony: Calvary Church
Reception :Providence Country Club

Maggie & Trent's Wedding, Birkdale Golf Culb, Huntersville, NC

2011-11-14T07:03:00.000-08:00

Photographer's Notes: Maggie & Trent are the sweetest couple and were so amazing to work with. When I first met with them, they said they weren't photogenic....HA! Pretty sure they can't say that anymore.. I also have to add that Maggie has the most ridiculously gorgeous eyes!
Their day was so perfect. Once we got to Birkdale Golf Club, we had some amazing light that we definitely took advantage of! Congratulations Maggie & Trent! Enjoy your sneak peek :)

Ceremony: Williamson's Chapel UMC
Reception: Birkdale Golf Club
Flowers: Willow Branch Flowers
Cake: Gail with Cheesecake Etc.
Band: In The Pocket
Videographer: Keith Furr w/ Merigo Films

Amanda and Alan's E-sess, TWC Arena, Charlotte,NC

2011-11-09T10:43:00.000-08:00

photographer's notes - sometimes its hard to remember all of the future
clients i meet at the Carolina Weddings & Events wedding show...and
sometimes, its hard to forget.

i first spoke to Alan and Amanda last august at the event and i was really
happy when they decided to commission Indigo for their big day, i knew
they'd be a fun couple to photograph (Amanda was energetic and enthused,
Alan was smiling throughout our brief meeting). when they decided to do
an E-session, we naturally started our shoot Bobcat arena, where Alan
first met Amanda.

the image we did in the seats at the arena was of one of the most romantic
tableaux i can think of...the couple in love, high in the bleacher seats
alone, without a care in the world - because they have one another.

i'm meeting them this sunday at the panther's game to photograph them with
their friends while tailgating, Amanda...Alan, i'll see you then!

Lucy & Bryan's Charlotte Wedding

2011-11-08T14:26:00.000-08:00

The beginning of our adventure with this fabulous group of people started back in 2006 in Charlotte. We followed with Shannon and Jerry in Ireland in 2008. Debbie and Jeremy married in Napa the very next year. Blaire and Kevin followed at The Ritz Carlton in June 2011.

In September we had the additional pleasure of capturing Lucy and Bryan's wedding. We have watched these two people grow over the years and it was such a treat to capture their union.

Part of our enjoyment in shooting the weddings of this terrific group of friends is seeing the previous couples, and the couples before them, and their growing families. We feel a part of this special group and it is so good to see everyone again.

Vendors:
St. Mark's Catholic Church
Wedding Cake & Reception site, River Run Country Club
Bella Grace Floral
Stylist, bridal portrait session, Jeannie Fry, Jeannie Fry Artist Group
Portrait location, The Duke Mansion
Stylist, wedding day: Caryn de la Torre & Re Salon
Music/Entertainment, Echo Unlimited

Abby's bridal session, The Duke Mansion

2011-11-07T08:34:00.000-08:00

Abby & Steve were married on 11.5.11!! So we can now post Abby's beautiful bridal session that we did at The Duke Mansion. Thanks to Kymm McLean w/ Who's the Fairest for Abby's hair & makeup and to Flowers from the Cellar for her awesome bridal bouquet.

Congrats Abby & Steve! Full sneak peek to come soon!

2011-11-05T22:47:00.000-07:00

Taria and Nathan's Wedding, Ballantyne Country Club

2011-11-03T06:38:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes - as the peak of wedding season draws to a close,
i've had a chance to get to take a longer look at the work we've done this
year, and reflect a bit about the aesthetic progression at Indigo.
whether its been incorporating backlighting and flare or mixing in off
camera lighting, this has been a fun year for us all, visually.

all that boring nerdspeak synthesizes itself into something exciting, some
of which you can see on display for Taria and Nathan's wedding. it was a
great shoot and they celebrated in style at Ballantyne Country Club. the
lush circular green right behind the club gave the ceremony a stately
feel. Taria and Nathan were cool enough to also indulge me on a dusk
image at the waterside later in the reception, sheer elegance!

Ballantyne Country Club
Diamond DJs
Decadent Designs Bakery

Jaclyn and Adam's Charlotte Wedding, Byron's South End

2011-11-02T10:46:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes - wedding photography at our studio is so much more
than just coverage. yes, as a studio that stresses the importance of the
candid images and the tiny nuances of the day, coverage is important...but
for us, it's also about the "hero shot", those beautiful set pieces that
elevate our portraits into something truly memorable and creative.

jaclyn and adam's images, i think, really show off this approach. whether
it was our starting point at the Aloft Hotel uptown, or our journey to
Byron's (with stops at the Mint Museum and a edgy image in the South End),
or even a quick courtyard image as day turned to night, the entire day
seemed to be full of visual exclamation marks.

i can't claim any credit for how fantastic Jacki looked on her wedding or
Adam's boyish charm, but wow...what a day!

Byron's South End
Jackie Fogartie Events

Lindsay & Dana's wedding, St. Peter's Catholic & Bentley's on 27, Charlotte, NC

2011-11-02T07:07:00.000-07:00

Photographer's notes: The second I met with Lindsay & Dana, I couldn't wait to shoot their wedding! Absolutely love this couple and had so much fun getting to know them. They had a beautiful and classic wedding uptown Charlotte. And they couldn't of asked for a more beautiful day! I LOVED the color of the bridesmaid dresses..a beautiful deep blue...and the flowers..Carolyn Shepard w/ Carolyn Shepard Designs, you're amazing! Everything was absolutely stunning..especially the bride!
Congratulations Lindsay & Dana! I wish you nothing but the best!!

Ceremony: St. Peter's Catholic Charlotte
Reception: Bentley's on 27
Flowers: Carolyn Shepard Design Group
D.J.: Todd w/ Spintastic Sounds
Ceremony music: Queen City Ensemble
Cake: Sunflower Bakery

LaToya's Bridal Session, Charlotte, NC

2011-10-23T06:58:00.000-07:00

Lindsay's Bridal Session, Charlotte, NC

2011-10-19T07:29:00.000-07:00

Lindsay was married on a gorgeous October day! Sneak peek of her wedding day to come soon but for now, here are a few from her bridal session :)

Laura and Aaron's E-sess, Winthrop University

2011-10-18T13:14:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes - my work with Laura and Aaron continues what has
been a five (or is it six?) year collaboration with a very, very big
circle friends from Fort Mill. it all began years ago when i photographed
Liz and Jesse Lanter on their wedding day and have since had the pleasure
of working with several couples that found Indigo through them. i have to say
that its a treat to see all these familiar faces at each successive event
i've done - i'm envious at the sense of community that they all seem to
share.

a consistent theme in our engagement shoots is the effort to weave in an
authentic storyline into the session, and for Laura and Aaron it was
Winthrop College, where our couple first met. the historic campus
provided us with a wealth of backdrops on this autumn shoot.

Morgan and Joshua's Wedding at Vanlandingham Estate, Charlotte

2011-10-14T09:02:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes - Morgan and Joshua's wedding was shot by one of our
prodigies here at Indigo, Erin, and its with great pleasure that we post
this blog entry of her work done at VanLandingham Estate.

usually we don't mention our shooters by name, but with Erin moving on to
do missionary work for the next year or so, doing community outreach in
far off locales in Nigeria and Ethiopia, we wanted to give her a shout out
for her excellent images.

the gardens at VanLandingham were the perfect backdrop for our September
couple and with the heat last summer fading fast, we had the opportunity
to take terrific portraits of our couple and their wedding party.

Vanlandingham Estate

Elizabeth and Alan's Wedding, Rock Hill

2011-10-13T16:34:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes - with each year that passes, all of us here at
Indigo try to hone and sharpen our approach to our weddings. if there is
one aspect of our work that i've tried to focus on more, its my
preparation for each event. every couple is different...every location
has its subtle nuances that make it a different locale from where i shot
last week.

working with Elizabeth and Alan was really a pleasure, they had a laid
back sense of fun and were so easy to work with. i remember wanting to
photograph Elizabeth and the bridesmaids in the church gymnasium,
pre-wedding, and she was completely cool with the idea. i posted one of
the pics here on our blog - the sassy feel of the girls combined with the
old school charm of the basketball court made for a whimsical portrait.

at Rock Hill Country Club, we had time to shoot at our leisure before the
reception in my favorite light, just minutes before sunset.

congratulations you two!

Reception: Rock Hill Country Club

Carolina Panthers Charlotte, NC

2011-10-10T16:01:00.000-07:00

Photographer's notes: I love being a commercial photographer. Each assignment and event that I photograph is a new and exciting experience. Shooting for the Carolina Panthers is no exception. For the past five years I have been lucky enough to be a part of the boy's club out on the field at every home game. There is absolutely nothing like it.

I am proud of the Carolina Panthers and I am proud of their continued participation in our community. The pre-game and halftime presentations and entertainment at this particular game made me realize how fortunate I am and I wanted to share a few images.

Tim Halperin (Texas singer and songwriter and Susan G. Komen for the Cure Partner) blessed us with the national anthem and a terrific halftime show, performing "We Fight Back". This is the song he wrote for his TCU college mentor, a breast cancer survivor, and other survivors. All song downloads on iTunes benefit Komen for the Cure.

The American Cancer Society was recognized during pregame as a national partner in the NFL's "A Crucial Catch" campaign which supports national Breast Cancer Awareness month.

South Brunswick High School, Army JROTC was the Color Guard.

GO PANTHERS!

Carolina Panthers
NFL "A Crucial Catch" Campaign
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
American Cancer Society

Stephanie & Sean's E-session, Charlotte, NC

2011-10-04T13:34:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes - most of Stephanie and Sean's lives have revolved
around the uptown area, so on a windy, overcast day we headed to the near
empty city on a sunday afternoon (most of the 704 area code was in Panther
Stadium). the light was very smooth as we shot in the empty courtyard
near the Mint, we got a nice touch of "old school" Charlotte near the
Dunhill Hotel.

we wrapped up the E-session at the couple's new home, which turned out to
be a location all its own. the great thing about the "journies" we take
on these shoots is weaving in some authentic narrative, and i felt that
this bracket of images added something truly biographical (and playful) to
Stephanie and Sean's pictures.

Alison & Brian's E-sess, Charlotte, NC engagement

2011-10-03T08:15:00.000-07:00

We had the most perfect day for Alison & Brian's engagement session. Sunny, cool and a little windy...then add a really cute couple that are really into each other...love it!

Stephanie and Bill's Wedding, Charlotte, NC

2011-09-29T16:37:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes - for this entry, another beautiful event
choreographed by Carolina Wedding Design, Stephanie and Bill's
wedding day images. this shoot was rich in "hero shots"...those
photographer/subject collaborations that we always try to season our
coverage with.

being blessed with wonderful soft light, an energetic wedding party, and
the warm hues of St. Peter's Catholic Church, we did some wonderful work
pre-event, but we had pockets of time throughout the day to do some
signature images - from the Lynx ride to the South End to the moments
before the reception.

i loved the playful set we shot with Stephanie and Bill in the quaint
alleyway just outside of Byron's.

Wedding Coordinator: Carolina Wedding Design
Venue: Byron's South End
Flowers: Place for Flowers
Cake: Cakes by Jill
DJ: Split Second Sound
Photobooth: Shutterbooth

Emily & Eric's Wedding, Renaissance Charlotte SouthPark Hotel

2011-09-27T06:22:00.000-07:00

Ceremony & Reception: Renaissance Charlotte SouthPark Hotel

Talisha and Brian's Charlotte City Club Wedding

2011-09-24T11:34:00.000-07:00

Photographer's notes: On Talisha and Brian's wedding day it rained and rained and rained, right up to our start time for the pre ceremony photos. The streets were still wet when we captured first Brian and his groomsmen, then his lovely bride Talisha, and her bridesmaids, crossing from the Marriot City Center to The City Club. I felt lucky because this is the second time I have photographed both events (ceremony and reception) at the City Club and it's always terrific to have more photo time!

Talisha and Brian and their entire wedding party were ready to have fun with their photos - the rain held off, and Andy and I captured great romantics around Trade and Tryon streets.

Cortenay Matters (Carolina Wedding Design) had it all under control and Nathan Hoffman (The City Club) made sure the service was impeccable.

Vendors:
Carolina Wedding Design
Charlotte City Club
Split Second Sound
Place For Flowers
Cakes by Jill

Sheri and David's Wedding, Charlotte, NC

2011-09-22T14:01:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes - for Sheri and David's wedding, we had soft light at
St. Mary's chapel. over the past few years, the park area around the
church has become a fantastic location for our pre-ceremony work with its
park like setting and the cityscape as a backdrop.

i'd never thought when we launched Indigo years ago that we'd still be
happily shooting weddings almost a decade later, because as creative
people, we are prone to being restless - yet the thing that always feels
new are the couples we work with, and in that sense, every wedding feels
like the first one we've ever done.

every bride and groom we work with has their own aesthetic and sense of
fun. Sheri and David were game for both the elegant work we look for in
our work...to jumping into a fountain outside of their reception at
Bentley's.

good stuff!

Wedding Coordinator: Catherine Bell
Entertainment: Prism Sound and Lighting
Florist: The Place for Flowers
Cake: The Wow Factor Cakes
Reception Venue: Bentley's On 27th

Rachel and Jeff's Charlotte Wedding Adventure

2011-09-22T13:48:00.000-07:00

Photographer's notes: Sometimes you just know when two people are meant to be together. This is definitely the case with Rachel and Jeff. The sparkle in the eyes when they look at each other is electric. When they held each other for their first dance as Mr. and Mrs. McDowell there was not a dry eye in the room. It was such a pleasure to be able to capture this special union.

Vendors:
The Duke Mansion Bridal Portrait session and Rehearsal Dinner
St. Gabriel Catholic Church
Roof With a View
Z Brothers
Special Guest videographer - Tim Werth
The Blossom Shop
Tizzerts

Steven and Terri Family Portrait, Charlotte, NC

2011-09-16T07:14:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes - a few years back, we had a client that asked one of
my partner's, Jay, a question about what it is we like to photograph the
most. Jay thought about it a moment and said, "something different than
what i did yesterday, and hopefully i'll be shooting something else
tomorrow...". i think that says alot about who we are, as photographers.

we love what we do, and pursue our passion in a number of different ways,
whether it is the work we do for the Panthers, our x-posed sessions, our
commercial endeavors, of course our numerous weddings, or our own personal
work.

Q: is there anything more iconic than a man in a uniform?
A: yes, there is...a man in a uniform with his wife who is carrying their
firstborn son.

a week ago i was able to do a maternity portrait, and though they're all
special, this one kind of stood out. i photographed Terri and Steven
(along with their dog, Nikko) on Lake Norman, and what gave this shoot a
heightened emotional feeling was that Steven, an army pilot who
flies Blackhawk helicopters, will be shipping out to Afghanistan shortly.

it was an honor to take these portraits. come home safe, Steven.

Brandy & Adam's e-sess, Cabarrus County Fair, NC

2011-09-15T07:29:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes- Unfortunately I can not take credit for this location. It was all Brandy & Adam's idea and I was all about it! Brandy wanted a bright & colorful engagement session so what better place than the county fair! I'm loving how their pics turned out. Enjoy!

Siobhan and David's Wedding Charlotte, NC

2011-09-13T14:44:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes - Siobhan and David chose to get married at the
beautiful uptown church, St. Peter's Episcopal. Whenever I'm shooting
there, I can't help but recall my days at NYU...the look and feel of this
quaint church reminds me of the churches that are nestled amongst the
skyscrapers in lower Manhattan. From the distinctive red doors to the
terra cotta walls, the effect is atmospheric and utterly charming.

Siohban seemed completely at ease on her wedding day, we had a great
series that we shot in the courtyard before the ceremony. Her groom,
David, qualifies as one of the "all time best dressed" gentlemen I've ever
had the pleasure to work with - I liked the stylin' aviator sunglasses he
sported.

Before the reception got underway, we had a bit of good luck shooting our
portraits of the newlyweds in the Queen City Room at the City Club - there
are few uptown scenics more dramatic than sunset in that particular room,
the late day light just blazes in through the west windows!

DJ: Split Second Sound
Cake: Cheesecake Etc.
Venue: Charlotte City Club
Flowers: New Creations Flower Co.

Emily's Bridal Session, Renaissance Charlotte SouthPark Hotel

2011-09-11T05:43:00.000-07:00

Emily was married on 9.10.11! Here are a few of my favorites from her bridal session at the Renaissance Charlotte SouthPark Hotel.

Teresa and Tim's Charlotte Wedding

2011-09-06T14:21:00.000-07:00

Vendors:
St. Patricks
Charlotte Marriott City Center
Split Second Sound
Flowers - Lily Greenthumbs
Simply Delicous Cakes by Whit

Thuy & Trung's Wedding, Greenville, SC, Furman University

2011-08-31T04:58:00.000-07:00

Thuy & Trung are married! It was quite the busy day! They had a Vietnamese tea ceremony in the morning with close friends and family and then a traditional wedding ceremony at Daniel Chapel at Furman University.
Thank you so much Thuy & Trung for allowing us to be a part of your very special day!

Flowers by Nga Vu Designs
Hair & Makeup by Angel Pitch
Church: Daniel Chapel at Furman University

Congratulations Thuy & Trung!

Jordan's Bridal Session, Charlotte Museum of History

2011-08-28T17:36:00.000-07:00

Katie & Joseph Wedding Hodgin Valley Farm

2011-08-24T17:08:00.000-07:00

Photographer's notes: We were absolutely thrilled to photograph Katie and Joseph's wedding at Hodgin Valley Farm. It took me right back to my childhood when I spent summers with my aunt and uncle on a dairy farm. The attention to the country/farm decor was simple and elegant: wildflowers in antique containers, old-school sodas in a claw foot tub, individual apple, peach, and pecan pies, cupcakes, home made strawberry jam favors, and small framed photographs hanging from twine with clothespins.

Vendors
Hodgin Valley Farm

Tracy & Jeff's E-sess, Charlotte, NC

2011-08-24T08:35:00.000-07:00

I had a lot of fun walking around uptown with Tracy & Jeff for their engagement session. It was such a beautiful night in Charlotte! And the best part...it actually felt a little cool! Tracy wanted some city and nature pics. I'm always looking for a good nature-y location right around the city when really...nature is all throughout the city. We found some really pretty spots that I had never noticed before then ended with some rustic railroad track pics while still getting the skyline.
Thanks for a great shoot Tracy & Jeff! Looking forward to your wedding next year!

Karen & Taylor Wedding Mosteller Mansion

2011-08-17T09:52:00.000-07:00

Photographer's notes: We sure have had some crazy weather this summer in the Carolinas and all around the world. Karen and Taylor's wedding day was no exception. In fact, we were quite worried about how the day would unfold. That morning in Charlotte, the sky was dark and grey. As we prepared to travel to Hickory just after lunch, the sun came out and there was not a cloud in the sky. Not exactly a photographer's dream. As we approached the gorgeous wedding site, Mosteller Mansion, the sky was once again very menacing and the winds whipped 100 year old trees around like they were saplings. And then it poured. And poured sideways. This did not phase Karen and Taylor one bit. They were ready to get married no matter what. And what a beautiful wedding we witnessed! I am certain that when the clouds parted and the rain stopped the angels were singing.

Vendors:
Mosteller Mansion
DJ Richard
Wedding coordinators Sylvia Rochelle & Anna Beam
Videographer SFS Productions
Flowers By The Falls
Cakes By Amy

Christine & Chris's Wedding..Myers Park Presbyterian & Providence Country Club, Charlotte, NC

2011-08-16T08:27:00.000-07:00

Ceremony: Myers Park Presbyterian
Reception: Providence Country Club

Congratulations Christine & Chris!!

Ashley & Brine's E-sess, Charlotte, NC

2011-08-15T19:45:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes- I love engagement sessions.. it's a really great way to get to know my couples. Ashley & Brine showed up to their e-sess nervous...(apparently). As soon as I started shooting, I knew it was going to be an easy shoot!
Ashley & Brine met through mutual friends. A couple of weeks after they started dating Brine showed Ashley this fortune he had kept in his wallet that said "The love of your life will appear on your doorstep." He got that fortune right before they met. Love it!!

Michelle & Bryan's Wedding, Saratoga Springs

2011-08-11T08:13:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes - i am falling way, way, way behind in my timely
blogging of weddings i've photographed this summer...it's just been a very
busy time for myself and my partners.

michelle and bryan's wedding was at the beautiful country bed & breakfast,
Saratoga Springs. the thing that comes to mind every time i shoot there is
how incredible the staging is for weddings; the romantic horse and carriage
entrance by Michelle and her father, the dramatic backlighting that
halos the bride as she makes her way down the flagstoned path to the
gazebo, the fountained pond that lays next to the reception area...its a
wonderful place to make pictures.

see for yourself...

Saratoga Springs

Bebbyn & Zack's E-sess, Charlotte, NC

2011-08-08T19:16:00.000-07:00

Bebbyn & Zack were great in front of the camera! Bebbyn has some amazing piercing blue eyes.. I can't wait to have them in front of my camera again for their wedding in January! But for now..here's a little sneak peek of their e-session :)

Brittany & Matthew's Wedding, Charlotte, NC

2011-08-03T02:35:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes - after our tour de force bridal session that we did
in May, i couldn't wait for Brittany and Matthew's wedding day, i think i
felt as nervous as a bride. i woke up early and checked the weather, went
through my notes and visualized each setting as i made my way north, and
what a day it was!

the wedding felt like it was lifted right out of the pages of Vanity Fair.
the Fotsch estate was bedecked in swaths of fuschia draped against white
marble...the reception, a lakeside affair in midsummer. along the water's
edge, candles glowed against a setting sun.

a touch of California cool here in North Carolina.

Entertainment: Split Second Sound
Videographer: Anna M Productions

Angela and Scott The Morehead Inn Wedding

2011-08-02T10:37:00.000-07:00

Photographer's notes: Angela and Scott had a beautiful and intimate ceremony and reception at The Morehead Inn (one of our favorite places in the Dilworth neighborhood). It was such a treat to capture all the love in the air as these two sweethearts joined together and became Mr. and Mrs. Knowles! Best wishes to you both and to your parents, Pam & Raymond, and Nancy and Ed.

Location: The Morehead Inn
Officiant: James Howell
Band: Doug Burns Band
Cake: Haines Barksdale

Jacqueline & Chad's Wedding Charlotte NC

2011-07-28T12:12:00.000-07:00

Photographer's notes: its not unusual for our brides and grooms to feel a certain anxiety about the weather for their big day...and i can understand that. there is so much planning, so much time and so many resources that go into a wedding day that couples want things to be perfect.

the thing is, what really makes the day perfect is so simple and basic; the reality that two people have found one another and have each other for the rest of their lives is perfection in itself, rain or shine.

on Jacqueline and Chad's wedding day, the oncoming downpour after their ceremony gave me a unique opportunity to take some wonderful pictures at Panther Stadium...the heavy clouds in the background added an amazing sense of drama to the portraits we did.

we concluded our coverage on the tracks of the Lynx rail line, where i have the feeling our couple and their friends partied on into the night after they got back to uptown.

Reception: The Pewter Rose
Flowers: The Place for Flowers
Cake: Cheesecake Etc.

Blaire & Kevin's Wedding, Ritz-Carlton Urban Garden

2011-07-28T10:01:00.000-07:00

Photographers notes: Blaire is not only gorgeous, but "rocket science smart" and wickedly funny too.
Kevin is a renaissance man, a true gentleman, and one of a kind.

We met these two lovebirds back in 2008 at Charlotte-Douglas airport. We were on our way to Ireland to photograph their friends Shannon and Jerry's wedding in Adare Village.
We met Blaire & Kevin again at the airport in 2009. This time we were on our way to photograph their friends Debbie & Jeremy's wedding in St. Helena, CA.
2011 = Blaire and Kevin's turn to walk down the aisle at The Urban Garden @ The Ritz-Carlton.
Holy gorgeousness.
Much love to you all and best wishes for a lifetime of sweet dreams, cheek to cheek dances, and lots of fine wine!

Location: The Ritz-Carlton
Officiant: Shannon Carney, Wind River Services
DJ: DJ Bob
Video: Matt Francis Dreamlight Films
Florist: Todd Murphy Events

Kennedy & Bobby's Wedding, Charlotte, NC

2011-07-26T16:10:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes - congratulations to my fellow transplants from the
northeast, Bobby and Kennedy!

amid a whirlwind of weddings my partners and i have worked on this summer,
this wedding stands out as an intimate affair. the ceremony took place in
the dappled light of a nearby park. Kennedy arrived in a vintage Ford
convertible...as she made her way towards to the groom, Bobby walked down
the aisle of green grass and rose petals to escort her the rest of the way.

the reception was redolent of summer, with dancing, drinks and toasts, all
taking place poolside as the sun went down.

beautiful.

Kristin & Colin's E-sess...sneak peek! Charlotte, NC

2011-07-18T11:11:00.000-07:00

When the city looks like it did the day of Kristin & Colin's e-sess, I always wish I was photographing someone...anyone! So luckily this time, I had a gorgeous couple with me. Click "read more" to see more images from Kristin & Colin's session!

Gallery Opening July 14th! AVALON - Photography by Andy Chen

2011-07-13T16:29:00.000-07:00

Evergreen's opening of Avalon: beautiful boys and girls of the Jersey Shore; Beach patrol portraits from the Reagan 80’s. Photography by Andy Chen
Stop by and enjoy a glass of wine! July 14th 6pm-9pm
Evergreen Studio 143 Brevard Court Uptown Charlotte, NC 28202

Ginnie & Tom's Wedding, Charlotte, NC

2011-07-11T07:59:00.000-07:00

photographers notes - the legal part of Ginnie & Tom's marriage happened a
few days before the wedding day, in a court uptown. to be honest, i was
kind of excited to be able to go along and see what it was like. i was
only allowed to use a cameraphone while in the courthouse (the first 3
image collage are taken with Tom's Blackberry). it was an unusual
experience, i felt like a rugged outdoor survivalist, plying my profession
with only the tools in my pockets!

we made a few more images, this time i used my Nikon...they had a very
sweet and natural feel to them. while i was working on this shoot over at
Indigo afterwords, my partner Stephanie commented that Tom had on some
very stylin' jeans.

on the wedding day, the entire bridal party walked from Grace on Brevard
to the Harvey Gantt center, a terrific part of our shoot. there really is
something visually iconic about a bride and groom holding hands, just
walking through a city.

Wendy & Michael's Wedding, Charleston, SC

2011-07-02T18:45:00.000-07:00

Charleston, SC is one of my favorite places! The colors, character, history and charm of Charleston make the perfect backdrop for a wedding. It's always a treat to have an excuse to visit ;) Michael & Wendy, thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of your day. Enjoy your sneak peek!!
Pre-ceremony: Vendue Inn
Reception: The Historic Rice Mill

So..when in Charleston...shoot a TON of photos of your beautiful bride..

Wendy got ready at the Vendue Inn downtown. The lobby had some really great spots to shoot in.

Loved Wendy's hair!

Congratulations Michael & Wendy!

Brittany's Bridal Session, Fotsch Family Estate in Lake Norman

2011-06-28T09:59:00.000-07:00

Photographer's notes - after eight years in weddings, i still feel the
spark of inspiration when working on our portrait sessions...there is
always the challenge to try something new, to explore different ideas and
to create something beautiful and unique for our clients. each shoot is a
collaboration, a creative conversation between the photographer and
subject.

my session with Brittany really took me back to my days up north in New
York, where i had been photographing portfolio work for modeling agencies.
her confidence and intuitive sense for what would make a striking image
carried us into dusk.

a colleague of mine happened to see the images of Brittany while visiting
our studio last week and asked if perhaps these bridal portraits were of
Rapunzel, and i answered, "no, this is our June bride, Brittany...she's
working on her Phd in biochemistry at U. California at San Fransisco."

Mindy & Chris's Wedding, Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens, NC

2011-06-24T11:42:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes: The second I met Mindy & Chris, one thing was very apparent...they were crazy about each other. I was really excited about the photos we got on their uptown engagement session which made me even more excited for their wedding. Their wedding at DSBG was perfect for their outdoor ceremony and photos around the gardens.
Thank you so much, Mindy & Chris, for allowing me to be a part of your day. I really enjoyed getting to know the two of you!

Erin & Dave's Wedding, The Club at Longview, NC

2011-06-23T08:33:00.000-07:00

Photographer's note: I first met Erin and Dave in the fall of 2010 when I photographed their e-session @ Byron's Southend and Freedom Park. It was a beautiful sunny day and we had a terrific time with lots of laughter. It was truly an honor to photograph their wedding at The Club at Longview and it was one of the most emotional weddings I have ever witnessed. Thank you Erin, Dave, Tyler, Sue & Mary Anne for allowing us to be a part of your special day.

Vendors:
The Club at Longview
Carolina Video Production
Carolina Wedding Design
Wow Factor Cakes
Z Brothers
Classic Party Rentals
Connie Duglin Linen
Rose Transportation
New Creations Flower Company
Wedding Strings of Charlotte

Michelle Helms Thomas, Bridal Session, Saratoga Springs, NC

2011-06-22T11:17:00.000-07:00

photographers notes - what does "editorial portraiture" mean?

at Indigo, it means trying to put a narrative feeling into our work...a
sense of mood, drama and texture. a portrait shoot is more than just a
classic image of our brides, its a chance to explore some of these ideas
and breathe life into them.

my shoot with Michelle was one that i've been dying to put up on our blog
but i had to keep it under wraps until this past weekend when she wed her
fiancee Bryan...the thing that i love about these kind of shoots is how
the session evolves as the day goes on.

the progression from the country setting of Saratoga Springs to the old
school feel of Albemarle gave us alot of looks, but to be fair i can't
take too much credit for how the images came out.

working with Michelle was like photographing a model.

Christine's Bridal Session..Providence Country Club, Charlotte, NC

2011-06-18T06:52:00.000-07:00

Christine got married on 6.17.11! Congratulations to Christine & Chris Widman! Sneak peek of their wedding to come soon but for now...here are a few from Christine's bridal session that we did at Providence Country Club. I loved Christine's gown...and of course we had to have some fun w/ her cathedral veil... :)

Kristy & Eric's Wedding, Old North State Club, New London, NC

2011-06-15T11:59:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes - this year, more than any i can recall, i've been
shooting in new locations all over North Carolina. its been a welcome
change, as each venue has its own aesthetic.

for Kristy and Eric's wedding we took a long drive into what seemed like a
very rural part of the state, only to see it open up into the idyllic and
stately Old North State Club in New London.

Kristy looked beautiful in the pre wedding portraits we did, and Eric
gave us all a surprise at the end of the evening with a fireworks display
over Lake Badin!

Vendors:
Carolyn Shepard Design Group
Tizzertsw
In Full - Band
J Majors

Savannah's "Senior" shoot, Sweet Briar College, VA

2011-06-13T06:33:00.000-07:00

Savannah's not a High School Senior just yet but we went ahead and did a pre-Senior shoot :) We did the whole shoot at Sweet Briar College in Virgina. We did a few outfit changes (one including an old prom dress) and walked around the campus looking for the perfect spots.
Thanks Savannah for being an awesome model! You are gorgeous!!

Jessica & Townsend's Wedding, Kings Mountain, NC

2011-05-31T15:18:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes: I slacked off a bit on writing photographer's notes with my blog posts but I'm back at it! I remember when Jessica first wrote in to Indigo. I was SO excited to be available for her date! We photographed Jessica's sister's best friend, Megan and Megan's sister, Jessica Kearny. So when it was Jessica's day, I felt so comfortable and was greeted by Jessica's grandma who said..."So you're the famous photographer!"... :) Backing up a little bit, I really got to know Jessica & Townsend on their engagement session in December. We started the session at a Christmas tree lot and then headed to Southend. The love they have for each other is amazing. It was one of those days where I felt like I had the easiest and best job in the world. It was the same thing on their wedding day. Jessica was glowing and Townsend was calm and cool and worked the camera like he did on their e-sess day. ;) It was a perfect (but hot) day in May. We found some shade near the church and did most of the pre-ceremony photos there. Then at the Country Club, we took the golf carts out and hopped out when we saw a good spot. I almost ran into Jessica & Townsend a couple of times b/c I'm the worst golf cart driver ever! My 2nd shooters can attest to that........ Congratulations Jessica & Townsend! Thank you so much for sharing your day w/ us!
Ceremony: First Baptist Church of Kings
Reception: Cleveland County Country Club

Jaclyn & Adam's E-sess, Charlotte, NC

2011-05-26T14:28:00.001-07:00

photographer's notes - "a return to the Selwyn Pub (apparently a favorite
watering hole for our Indigo brides and grooms) for our opening series
with Jaclyn and Adam, our adorable October couple.

after finishing with our series in Myers Park, we met up again late in the
afternoon for a shoot by the Lynx rail line in the south end. i thought
the bracket of images we shot on the tracks had a wistful urban feel to
them, the shot where Adam is leaning over the fence to give Jaclyn a kiss
really feels evocative of 'young love'."

Katie & Kyle's Wedding, NC Museum of Art

2011-05-24T06:54:00.000-07:00

photographer's notes - "its always such a pleasure and an honor to work
our craft with families that we've known from previous events. i met
Katie several years back when i photographed the wedding for her brother,
Kevin and his wife Holly. since then i've chronicled additional moments
for the families and feel i'd gotten a chance to get to know them all.

Katie and Kyle chose the North Carolina Museum of Art for their
reception...a unique and beautiful location. Katie did her bridal
portraits there earlier this spring, and i think they really
came out amazing..."

Emily & Jarrod's Wedding, Raffaldini Vineyards

2011-05-19T12:56:00.000-07:00

Raffaldini Vineyards was the perfect backdrop for Emily & Jarrod's wedding. It's now one of our most favorite places to shoot! Congratulations Emily & Jarrod! Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your beautiful day!

Erin & Adam's Wedding, Charlotte, NC

2011-05-18T09:10:00.000-07:00

Ceremony: Christ Episcopal Church
Reception: Mint Museum
Flowers: Crawford & Company
Cake: Wow Factor
Band: Cookie Band
Catering: Chef Charles Catering
Event Planner: Dina Berg Blazek Events

Jesscia & Patrick's E-sess, Charlotte, NC

2011-05-15T17:05:00.000-07:00

How cute are Jessica & Patrick?! We lucked out with a gorgeous cool overcast evening in Charlotte.. We were going to do their shoot at Freedom Park but there were a million people there! So we made our way to the Greenway just down the street. It ended up being the perfect spot! Thanks Jessica & Patrick! Can't wait until your wedding day :D :D But first, can't wait until Jessica's bridal session!!!!!

New reviews!!

2011-05-14T05:34:00.000-07:00

THANK YOU to our amazing clients for the new reviews on The Knot and WeddingWire!!

Here's a little sneak preview of what's up next!

Erin & Adam's Wedding at The Mint Museum

Emily & Jarrod's Wedding at Raffaldini Vineyards

Jenny & Ed's Wedding!, Charlotte, NC

2011-05-09T13:17:00.000-07:00

Ceremony: Avondale Presbyterian
Reception: The Omni Hotel
Flowers: Flowers from the Cellar
Cake: Cake Lady Jill

Congratulations Jenny & Ed!!! Thank you so much for letting us be a part of your day. We had a blast getting to know the two of you!