allie miller

The joys of love - knowing that you are in the best possible company and nothing matters! Amanda and James met a few years back, if you can remember the movie: 'Must love Dogs' then you would know exactly what I am talking about. Their pups made the love connection and they have never been apart. They wanted to have a great celebration and gathering with friends from close and afar. Their very happy day was unlike any other Friday wedding - all was truly grand and stil

Forsyth Park is a large city park that occupies 30 acres in the historic district of Savannah, Georgia. It is almost impossible to not fall n love with its views and surrounding areas, specially its historic fountain and all the moss covered trees. Savannah has many beautiful fountains, but none is so striking nor memorable as the one in Forsyth Park. The view of Forsyth Park’s fountain – seen at the end of a wide walk lined with moss-hung oaks – is one of the best-known sig

We love ALL that involves weddings and these are engagement sessions as well as bridals! Sometimes, our travel schedules and planning timelines does not allow us to develop these sessions right away, so we do the best next thing, We incorporate these quick settings while finishing our first looks or after ceremony and right after formals without interrupting our timelines for the day! With Rachel, we wanted to do something simple, romantic that exposed the lovely rees and pa

When approached with the thought of participating in this beautiful day with Steve and Alexandra at Indian Beach, NC in April, little did we know that an extraordinary team of local friend-vendors were partaking in this lovely day. We had Vicky with Swanky Sweets [located in Swansboro, NC] who designed the delicious artisan wedding cake, along with the grazing tables which had all the great edibles. Also, participating was Meg's creative team at Sweet Carolina Collecti

It is never too late for true love, this is what the day was for Tracey and Raymond as they celebrated a very intimate ceremony by the ocean, under the bluest Carolina sky at The Gathering Place one early Sunday afternoon in October - The rental residence is located in Emerald Isle, NC - What a great idea to have a little time away to celebrate your love for each-other! Tracey a school teacher and Raymond, he is retired - what a great week on the beach, spending time with c

#shesaidyes! Sunday was a great day and we spent the afternoon with Jacob and Julia, needless to say ... it was phenomenal - Jacob had her grandmothers ring resized and re-set to Julia’s specs - after the happy surprise and the tears... they enjoyed a glass of champagne along with delicious charcuterie [ Julia's favorite ] The newly engaged couple FaceTimed with her parents who toasted along with them and they both had a little time together before while the sun was setting .

Meet Jordan and Lee - their love for horses is everything - Jordan rides horses and trains with horses, and she is done this since early age. Lee met Jordan 5 years ago and well, the rest is history - Jordan wanted to integrate her horses in their session and they were super stars - They stole the show - and they are absolutely photogenic - You can see them roaming randomly and staring straight at our camera, they just knew. We had to do a little bribing with mints in order

It was a wonderful day for a wedding - When Lexi booked her day with us, she was in the middle of a cross country move with her extraordinary fiance Chris for a new amazing adventure in the west coast. This lovely pair met while in college - love at first sight? YES! and the rest is history. Chris proposed beach side and so they decided to have their ceremony near the ocean at the Islander in Emerald Isle, NC in June. The wedding was wonderful - Gorgeous florals by Dream

Tammie and Chad said I do in front of family and friends in June at the beautiful Celebration Cottage in Atlantic Beach. Their first date was out on the beach riding their bikes, and you will see the extraordinary time had reliving these moments their day of their wedding. The planning team with Knot a Second Thought made sure everything was perfect for our couple. Chef Denise took care of all catering preparations, including the gorgeous cake. The weather cooperated, h

Star Wars Day, May 4, celebrates George Lucas' Star Wars. It is observed by fans of the media franchise. Observance of the commemorative day spread quickly through media and grassroots celebrations. Friday the 4th was the rehearsal dinner for Ryan and Brittany celebrated in Morehead City at Bistro By The Sea - in their Red-Room - The Start Wars theme expressed much of what the couple enjoys and even Milky Ways were found at every table. A movie-like introduction, much like th

Their Story: It was the brides sophomore year of college, and the grooms freshman year. Bride's best friend Shannon [ Maid of Honor), invited her to a party. Shannon, suggested that Kaitie find someone to talk to and she picked out Jared! It was instant chemistry and instantly hit it off. After three and a half years later, Shannon still remind herthat she is the reason we are together ;) - How blessed for best friends! The Proposal: She had a pretty good idea that he was g

Congratulations - You are engaged, and with this amazing milestone comes one of the most important life changing moments in one's world... Your weddings - You will become a wife, a partner and soon a mother and your own family will grow! First things first, make sure you find a beautiful venue and great vendors [ a professional photographer, of-course!] to orchestrate the perfect day! That said, your gown and bridal accessories [ shown - accessories - headpiece and earr

Although Taylor and Andy have already tied the knot in May - We were able to finally grab images for bridals and formal couple portraits. They both have the busiest schedule, Andy being military there is no saying when we could do certain things, Taylor's gown was not ready at the time that bridals were schedule before her big day in May. We offer and honor after the day bridal and portrait sessions up to 6 months after the wedding day! We understand busy lives! Gown an

Great time spent with friends and family - On a very intimate ceremony- Oceanside on a weekday at the beginning of fall. When Jill and Donald came to see us - there was no doubt - Our email exchanges were so fun - Jill called herself the 'crazy haired bride' - even on her first email to inquire about services. Six months later we were celebrating love along the ocean shore - the way Jill and Don had dreamed of - The Flame catered the meal for the evening. Laughs and g

"Cake By The Ocean" - Craig and Nancy said I do at The Celebration Cottage in Atlantic Beach, NC We met Nancy while traveling to NYC Spring of 2016 and instantly we connected, how small and the biggest of coincidences, she was engaged to Craig and the resided part time in Atlantic Beach, NC just a block away from The Cottage. Immediately I told her that I knew this really pretty venue right on the beach, and close to them... well the rest is history - in the summer all was

Very loving and sweet - this is how we will always remember T.J and Lindsay - Summer was a wonderful time to celebrate love! Lindsay and T.J were married in a gorgeous ceremony during the Fourth of July weekend at the Country Club of the Crystal Coast T.J and Lindsay met while attending UNCW in Wilmington, NC - While out with friends - T.J was very interested in Lindsay and after many tries, finally she accepted to have a first date - the rest is history - Their love has en

Our couples are nothing but extraordinary - I believe, that every wedding is different and all couples are different - They all share one common thing tho, LOVE! After meeting Jerad and Andrea, we just knew that little 'I-have-to-work-with-them' emotion kicked in and so it was - We planned our times for engagement session and we had the chance to spend time with both of them - Andrea is sweet and goes with the flow - Jerad, is definitely her knight in shining armor... They

Very excited to start the season in 2016 with Heather and James. They had one incredible day at the Country Club Crystal Coast. This fun couple first met less than 2 years ago, it was instant reaction - two hearts that just knew they belonged together - When you know, you know! Heather is easy going, and James is just the same - They enjoy running and exercising together - They both are happy people and enjoy all that life offers. Their families are exceptional, at re

Has there ever been a sweeter time than this. I loved being there to see all the happiness - theirs and everyone else's. It was a beautiful day - Under blue Carolina skies. No better way to celebrate, by the ocean with its breeze. Our month of May was inaugurated with incredible couples. Kendal and Alex were the first couple to inaugurate the operational opening for The Celebration Cottage in Atlantic Beach, NC. Their wedding was held on a sunny and gorgeous Friday after