Charlotte Wedding Photographer » Kristin Vining

Meet Sarah + Ron…

“Feels Like Home”

August 28th…what a sweet-summery day.  As Sarah and Ron were married amongst the rolling hills of Pine Island Country Club this past Saturday, I had to take a step back during the processional and take a deep breath.  It was moving.  It was the moment.  He could not take his eyes off of her.  There was something in his eyes that reminded me of ‘why I do what I do’.

Simply put…”I’m in love with love!”

Thank you so much Sarah and Ron for sharing your day with me.  Hugs!

Oh – and if you didn’t get a chance to check out their engagement session.  It was “Buttery” hot!! 

Meet Marisa + Neal…

“Dreamy and Enchanting…”

Back-to-back weekends at The Ritz-Carlton Charlotte.  What more could a girl ask for?

This amazing design comes to us from the sensational Dina Berg Blazek Events.  Dina’s attention to detail is unparallel!  It is incredibly refreshing to work alongside of so many incredibly, talented professionals..and Marisa + Neal’s wedding brought out a superstar A-list team.  I am remarkably grateful to have been included!!

Congrats to you, Mr. & Mrs. Deaton.  I love you to pieces!!

Love these Welcome Bags!

Ahhhhh-mazing bouquet brought to us by Crawford and Company Florists

Heading to meet her groom…

(Utterly in love with her Carolina Herrera gown purchased at Kleinfeld’s in NYC!)

“Bridesmaid Style!”  Thanks, Angela…you are a beauty!

Delicious programs by Salutations.

Daddy has one more look.  I adore this image!

Cocktail hour in the Pre-function area of The Ritz.  Notice the custom placed carpeting.  WOW!!

And who could resist the mouth-watering Cakes by Jill!

Another amazing touch…the linens!!  All made custom for the event by, Party Tables!

Reception Time!  WOW…Todd Crawford!!  You knocked this one out of the park my friend!!

Ummm…hello!!  Love the chameleon chairs!

Okay…LOVE…LOVE…LOVE…the ghost chairs even more!!

Yes, ladies and gentlemen…you are seeing this one correctly.  The view looking up from the lighted dance floor.  Thanks, Party Reflections!

Amazing light.  Amazing First Dance!

Not a dry eye to be found!

Ice Cream Bar?  Yes, please!!  Ice Sensations rocked this design out!

Let’s party!  The entertainment of the evening was provided by Audio to Go and Noel Friedline Quintet.

A few other special ones to recognize… My 2nd shooter, Steve!  Matt Francis with Dreamlight Films,  Trolley’s Inc, Executive Car Service, Swank, Christ Lutheran Church and Pastor Scott!

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And here is a quick glance at Marisa’s portrait session early this month at her parents South Carolina home.  Mmmmm…delicious!

Hair and makeup (portrait and wedding day) by the oh-so-talented, Jami Svay!

Meet Grace + Sean…

“Puttin’ on The Ritz…”

Engagements.  Bridals.  Boudoir.  Wedding.

What a journey!

As Grace and Sean bask in the Turks & Caicos sun, we have been busy little post-production bees.  Many of those who know me, know that I am a bit OCD when it comes to getting behind in my work.  It is a fantastic feeling to know that this wedding story has been pieced together, uploaded, viewed by the happy couple (all within a week of their wedding)…and their book design is near completion (thanks, Liz!!)!!

I hope you enjoy this little snippet of this delicious wedding!

Be sure to see (below) the long list of amazing professionals involved in making this event spectacular.

Diamond cuff by Skatell’s Jewelers.

A little boudoir surprise!

In the words of Sean, “It’s not a Stoli it’s a Roli.”

The First Look…

There are countless photographs of Grace laughing…so contagious!!

The Urban Garden

Delicious details by Tiffany Ratliff with Weddings and the City

The Ritz-Carlton Charlotte

Gorgeous details by The Place For Flowers + Three Little Birds Stationery.  OMY – Chocolate Menu/Favors!  Delish!

So many sweet moments…

They partied…hard!  Until the dance floor SPLIT!! 

And to Grace, Sean and my WATC girls – THANK YOU!  What an amazing way to celebrate my 36th!  I’ll never forget it!  The cake was a delicious surprise!

Love you.  Adore you.  Cherish you.

xoxo~k

Amazing Professionals:

Steve Michael (my amazing 2nd shooter!), The Ritz Carlton Charlotte, Weddings and the City (planning/design), J Majors Bridal, Kymm McLean (makeup/hair), Classic Party Rentals (Rentals), Extravaganza Depot (Linen), The Place for Flowers, Split Second Sound (DJ) and Three Little Birds (Paper).

Meet Shannon + Matt…

Pretty in Pink..

One word.  Seamless.  I honestly cannot remember the last wedding that I attended that flowed as smoothly as Shannon + Matt’s.  It was butter!

As you can see, Shannon loves pink!  And clean, modern lines.  For the last year, Shannon and Tiffany (with Weddings and the City) collaborated on design and implementation.  What an amazing work of art they created together!

Congrats to Shannon and Matt!!  They are freshly back from their Bahamian honeymoon.  Ahhhh….

Oh – and in case you forgot – their ‘oh-so-cute’ engagement session was photographed earlier this year!

A very special thank you to the following vendors:  Weddings and the City (planning), Ballantyne Resort (venue), Three Little Birds (paper), Kymm McLean (hair/makeup), Carolina Strings (trio), Place for Flowers, Jill Delmastro Cakes, All You Can Treat (candy bar), Starlight (lighting), Ice Sensations and Hot Sauce (band), Lindsey Regan Thorne (bridal party styling), Classic Party Rentals, Penguins Tuxedos and NY Bride.

Rockin’ some “Bridesmaid Style!”