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Ariel Shot Bridal Portraits at The Durham Hotel by Richard Barlow Photography
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The Modern Bridal Portrait Session

Bridal Portraits at The Durham Hotel by Richard Barlow Photography

Taking bridal portraits is a wedding tradition that brides have practiced for hundreds of years. Before cameras, families would commission oil paintings of their daughters to commemorate their departure into married life. For many people, the only picture that they have of their grandmother when she was a young woman is her bridal portrait.

Modern bridal portrait sessions are tailored to the brides’ unique style … Read More

Bride and Groom Sparkler Exit Keegan and Shamir's Wedding at The Meadows at Firefly Farm Preserve Branch
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Modern Farm Wedding

Keegan & Shamir’s Wedding at The Meadows at Firefly Farm Preserve

On March 19, 2021, high school sweethearts Keegan McCall and Shamir Sykes tied the knot at The Meadows at Firefly Farm Preserve. Shamir met Keegan at their high school Halloween football game, where Shamir and Keegan’s friends were determined to set the two up. That football game marked the beginning of their love story. 

Keegan and Shamir have celebrated many life milestones together, including … Read More

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Magic at The Maxwell

An Inside Look at The Maxwell Raleigh NC Wedding Venue 

It’s hard not to be in awe when you first step into the Great Room – an event space filled with natural light, the sound of a roaring fireplace and sparkling statement chandeliers. Welcome to Raleigh’s newest luxury wedding venue, The Maxwell, where wedding dreams become reality. 

Venue owner Chelsea Hand invited Jillian Knight Photography, Gilded Bridal and a team of local wedding … Read More

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