The Best Wedding Photographers in Black Mountain, NC

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1000+ Wedding Photographers in Black Mountain, NC

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The Lovelight Archive 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

My name is Ashton. I’m drawn to the things that can’t be recreated: a glance across a crowded room, a hand held a little tighter, the feeling of knowing your life is about to change. My work is rooted in documenting those moments as they unfold, without performance or pretense. I believe the most meaningful photographs are the ones that feel honest. The ones that transport you back not just to how it looked, but to how it felt. Through a blend of documentary storytelling and refined imagery, I create photographs that become part of your history. Artifacts of love, connection, and the people who made it all matter.

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She is AMAZING!! Did my elopement photography and we will cherish our photos FOREVER!
Maegan, 4 years ago
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Nick Levine Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

I’m an Asheville-based photographer and lover of the great outdoors, home cooked meals, hot summer days, and going on adventures. I’m weird (aren’t we all?), but I’m unapologetically myself, and I am obsessed with my job and this life I am so blessed to live. I've worked with some awesome couples, and maybe you're the next!

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Nick is a gem!! We are so thankful that he photographed our wedding. My partner and I had a lot of requests, and Nick accommodated them all while never making us feel difficult. He listened carefully to what was important to us - for my husband it was not stopping the party to take pictures and for me it was LOTS of candids of our loved ones. Somehow Nick made it happen!! We got gorgeous photos of the two of us just being ourselves with each other and amazing dance floor shots of our guests having the best time! With no posing!! The colors in the photos are fantastic -- even though Nick does AMAZING work outdoors he makes indoor photography feel just as special. Nick made a special effort to take a lot of photos of my grandparents and our parents specifically which we will treasure in years to come. Our friends said that the photos "look like how the day felt" which felt so right. We were amazed by how many micro moments between guests Nick captured!! Reliving the day via the photos is now my favorite past time. To top it all off, Nick was incredibly kind and calm throughout the day. Everyone in our families raved about how nice our photographer was. He worked with our coordinator for our timeline to run on schedule without ever making us feel rushed. We got to be fully present all day long. It was the exact energy you want by your side throughout your wedding. If we could change one thing it would have been having Nick for more time!!
Fiona K., 2 years ago
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Erin Jay wedding Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Erin Jay Wedding Photography brings 13+ years of expertise to your special day. Based in Asheville, we specialize in local and destination weddings, focusing on capturing the unique essence and emotions of each couple. Our passion is crafting timeless, beautiful photographs that tell your love story. Whether in the quaint streets of Asheville or a dream destination, we promise to encapsulate the joy and intimacy of your wedding, leaving you with memories to cherish forever.

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Erin Jay provides beautiful photos of your special day. She was able to capture the greatest highlights.
Asheton C., 2 years ago
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Nathan Rivers Chesky Photography and Film 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Do you highly value photography and want to remember your day with the added touch of movement and sound through video? If so, you're in the right place! For couples seeking one vendor for both, your search is over. Streamline your planning with one full-time wedding creative. Your wedding album and video will share a cohesive, beautiful aesthetic. You'll be in great hands with Nathan Rivers Chesky, who will guide you through the entire process and stand by your side on your wedding day. If you value a balance of subtle direction and real, candid moments, inquire now! :)

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Choosing the right photographer is a big deal—truly one of the decisions that can make or break your entire experience. We met Nathan at the very beginning of our journey, during our engagement shoot at the Biltmore Estate. We were both nervous, awkward, and completely unsure of what to expect. Then Nathan arrived, and everything changed. Within minutes he had us laughing, relaxed, and genuinely enjoying ourselves. That was the moment we knew he wasn’t just talented—he was special. So when it came time to choose someone to capture our wedding in Sedona, we took a chance and asked if he would fly out. Honestly, we thought it was a long shot… but he immediately said yes. And thank goodness he did. I will never forget the moment he walked into the room on my wedding day. I had just started feeling that wave of nerves while finishing my hair, and the instant Nathan stepped in, I felt completely at ease. How does he do that? He has this quiet magic about him—an ability to ground you, hype you up, and disappear into the background all at once. His passion is infectious. His eye for intimate, meaningful moments is unreal. And somehow, while capturing every single one of those moments, he manages to remain practically invisible. When we received our gallery, we both laughed, cried, and sat there in awe. It felt like reliving the day, but through the lens of someone who truly understood us. To put it simply: Nathan is gifted. Exceptionally, unmistakably gifted. We even showed our engagement photos to another top-tier photographer, and her reaction was: “Book him immediately. His editing is some of the most incredible work I’ve seen—I want to talk to him myself!” If you're reading reviews trying to decide who to trust with your memories, stop here. You’ve found the one. Nathan exceeded every expectation we had—and then ten more we didn’t even know we should have. He is the best of the best.
Misha J., 7 months ago
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Wilder Weddings Collective 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Wilder Weddings Collective is a dedicated team of elopement and wedding photographers passionate about capturing wild love and real emotion. Based in Western North Carolina, but willing to travel anywhere, we’re leading a revolution in wedding photography, bringing the focus back on couples, their commitment, and the whole experience of the day.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about working with Carolyn and Jake as our wedding photographers! From the very beginning, they were kind, professional, attentive, and incredibly easy to work with. They made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, captured the most genuine moments, and somehow managed to document the entire day so beautifully without ever feeling intrusive or forced. Our photos are everything we hoped for and more. They perfectly captured the joy, emotion, details, and atmosphere of our wedding day—looking through the gallery feels like reliving the entire day all over again.
 Beyond the incredible talent, what stood out most was how calm, organized, thoughtful, and reassuring they were throughout the day and days following the wedding: My husband’s grandma (Mamaw) unexpectedly passed away just days after we got married, which means some of Mamaw’s last moments were captured on camera at the wedding. Carolyn went out of her way to hand-select every photo she took of Mamaw and send them to us as soon as she heard the news of her passing, along with the most heartfelt email extending her condolences. All that to say—they are not only incredible photographers, but the most compassionate and incredible humans as well! You will be in fantastic hands with Wilder Wedding Co!
Kalyn S., 19 days ago
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SJC Productions & Media 
Rating: 4.9 (11 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

SJC Productions & Media is a wedding photography company based in Western North Carolina, serving couples throughout NC and across the United States. My approach is timeless, real, and intentional, capturing genuine moments and meaningful details as they naturally unfold. Every couple receives a wedding questionnaire, planning guide, contract, invoice, and posing inspiration to help make the experience seamless and stress-free. Professionally edited images are included with every package, and videography is available as an add-on. For custom collections, visit sjcproductionsandmedia . c o m

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Stacie with SJC productions photographed our wedding on 10-11-25 and we could not recommend her enough! She was so easy to work with, so kind, prepared, on time, and such a joy to work with. She went out of her way to meet with me at times at which I was available, which sometimes was late at night, and truly goes above and beyond for her clients. She captured some of the best moments of our lives, and I’m so glad I entrusted her with our wedding photos! I cannot recommend her enough! Thank you Stacie!!
Rachel T., 7 months ago
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Wayward Wanderess Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Hi! My name is Jacqueline and I've been in the photography industry for almost a decade. I believe that when I pick up my camera, I am there to tell a story. On your wedding day, I am there to document a new chapter of your love story. I capture all the intimate moments of your day, and then some!

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From the first phone call to my wedding day, Wayward Wanderess Photography was simply wonderful to work with. Their communication was always timely, understanding, clear, and incredibly helpful. The quality of their work is truly extraordinary - their photos captured the magic and beauty of our special day in a timeless way. They were extremely helpful with keeping us on schedule and wrangling everyone, all while maintaining a calm and relaxed presence that was a joy to be around. I could not recommend Wayward Wanderess Photography more highly!
Lauren B., a year ago
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MountainWed Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

I’m Andy Wickstrom and I’ll help you bring your wedding day adventure to life, but document it all in a style that feels authentic, modern and full of emotion. With over 40 five-star Google Reviews, and more than a decade of photography experience documenting adventurous couples and outdoor athletes, I’m stoked and ready to find creative ways to tell the story of your epic day.

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Trust me when I say, Andy is without a doubt the guy you want photographing your wedding. From the moment I saw the first of his portfolio, I knew he was the perfect fit. He showed how valuable and professional he is from the very beginning. I forgot to confirm our initial meeting, but Andy made it work anyway, a sign of adaptability that we greatly appreciated. He is easy to talk to, makes you feel comfortable, and is very helpful in explaining options and posing. I am extremely picky about photos, so I looked at many portfolios before choosing to interview anyone, and Andy has the best eye I’ve seen by far. His photos are timeless, artsy, and just downright beautiful. You will get an amazing variation of photos: movement, perfect lighting, details, posing (with his help, thankfully!) and THE BEST candid photos. We had never been to a wedding like ours, but Andy gave great advice and really helped us visualize and plan our day. We got married shortly after Hurricane Helene so we couldn’t get to our original adventure session hike, but Andy had a whole album of back up hikes for us to choose from, all of which were just as stunning as our first choice. We had the best time spending our day with Andy, we truly could not be happier with our photos. We’re only a year out from our wedding and I’m already scheming for an anniversary shoot! Choose Andy, I promise you’ll never regret it!
Shelby R., 2 months ago
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Amy Weits Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Hey there! John & Amy here, the husband and wife team behind the cameras. We’re both adventurers, daydreamers, and you guessed it wildly in love. Fun fact, we’re actually highschool sweethearts and have been together for 10+ years. We are currently based in NC and are transitioning to WA in 2022. We love to travel and are down to adventure throughout the US & Beyond. We both have a heart for exploration and love working with couples who share this adventurous spirit. Genuine smiles, hearty laughs, spontaneous adventures, that’s what we’re all about.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are over the moon with our photos and videos from Amy and John. The quality is incredible, and the quantity is unbelievable. They delivered an incredible amount of photos so quickly, and our friends and family have commented several times that it looks like our wedding was featured in a magazine spread because the quality is so impressive. We’ve been looking through them nonstop, and every time we see some new gem. They captured so many big and small moments throughout the weekend. It is incredible that they were able to capture so much without us or our guests feeling like there were cameras everywhere. They blended seamlessly, and it truly felt like we were just hanging out with them all day. They were so kind and lovely to work with and directed us beautifully, while allowing us to be ourselves and capturing genuine and authentic moments. They both brought such a calm presence. We can’t believe they captured so much content and so many angles when we don’t even remember them doing that - we mostly remember them being by our sides and talking and laughing with us. So many of our guests have said similar things. They truly impressed everyone and have given us so many incredible photos and videos to remember the weekend. Hiring them was such a great decision. We would 100% do it again and recommend them wholeheartedly.
Lily A., 6 months ago
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Michael Freas Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Documentary wedding photographer based in Asheville, NC. I photograph couples who want to stay present and end up with photos that feel like the day actually was. No shot lists. No posing pressure. Real moments, honest color. Fearless Awards, WPJA Top 150, ISPWP. Published in Destination I Do. Sneak peeks in 3 to 4 days. Full gallery in one month. Photography from $3,800. Photo + Video from $7,800.

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To any couple considering Michael: book him, trust him, and let him do what he does best. He captured our day with so much beauty, intention, and care. We left our wedding experience not saying goodbye to Michael, but “see you later,” because we genuinely hope to use him for all of our family photo sessions in the future. We found Michael Freas by Googling Pretty Place Chapel photographers, and we were immediately blown away by his talent, his style, and the breathtaking photos he had captured for other couples. From the very first inquiry, Michael was incredible. He responded the same day, shared full galleries from other Pretty Place Chapel couples, and spent the entire day communicating with me to help us choose a date that worked well for both him and us. We basically let Michael pick our wedding date, and little did we know that would be the first of many decisions we would happily trust him with. Looking back, giving Michael full creative control was one of the best choices we made. The day of our wedding was truly the best day of our lives, and so much of that is because of Michael. From well before dawn to well after dusk, he took on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure with us and turned it into something we will never forget. He was on time, prepared, thoughtful, calm, and somehow delivered in ways that completely surpassed every expectation we had. Just a wedding photographer? No way. Michael planned, guided, encouraged, organized, and executed our entire day in the most seamless and meaningful way. Even though we eloped, Michael made us feel like we had everyone we needed right there with us. He brought such a steady, joyful presence, and by the end of the experience, he felt much more like a friend than just our photographer. And the photos… WOW. They are breathtaking, awe-capturing, emotional, and beyond anything we could have dreamed of. Michael stunned us with a huge sneak peek and then delivered our full gallery in under one month. Everyone who has seen the photos has had the same reaction: stunning, beautiful, amazing, breathtaking. People keep telling us how happy and beautiful we look, and how incredible the landscapes are. We feel so blessed to have had Michael as our photographer and so much more.
Mallory K., a month ago
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Eugene Svirhun Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

I started photography in 2017 and after being a part of many weddings, engagements, and family sessions, I still love what I do and I am deeply dedicated to serving my clients. I consider myself a storyteller and love capturing the little details, the half-smiles, and the simple motions. For me, it is about seeing the real, the lovely, and the messy moments, the everyday magic that tells the stories of our lives. Each wedding and session has its own unique story to tell and I challenge myself to capture those stories through my camera as best as I can and would be honored to capture yours too!

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I can’t even begin to say how spectacular Eugene’s work is. He puts so much love into his craft and creates stunning photo stories for a variety of occasions. Eugene goes above and beyond to get unique and beautiful shots. He was an absolute dream to work with! I instantly felt a genuine connection with him—it felt like we were friends for years. Eugene made my husband and I feel confident throughout the entire process! If you want top-quality, thoughtful work, go to Eugene! He truly loves his work, and it shows. Eugene was everything you want in a photographer—easy to work with, very responsive, with great ideas, and of course, extraordinary photos! We were so lucky to find him and are happy with how our photos turned out. I would recommend Eugene to anyone. If you want an experienced photographer who can capture emotional, beautiful, breathtaking photos, Eugene is your guy. You will NOT be disappointed.
Alex K., 2 years ago
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JCM Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

We are a husband and wife team serving the entire US but we are based out of Asheville, NC and Jackson Hole, WY! We believe in enjoying the experience of your wedding day as much as enjoying your images afterwards so we're big about making sure our couples have fun!

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Joe and Jenny were absolutely perfect for our wedding!! When we saw their work and their unique shots and use of light we knew they were for us! They were so much fun to work with on our engagement shoot and wedding day! We cannot be more happy with our photos and are so glad we picked them to capture our big day!! If you are thinking about going with them we can’t recommend them more!!
Lauren G., a year ago
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Asheville Elevated Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

At Asheville Elevated Photography, I approach each wedding with an eye for timeless beauty and genuine connection. My style blends an editorial feel with natural storytelling — so your gallery is filled with images that are both artful and deeply personal. Whether you’re exchanging vows on a misty mountain overlook, celebrating under the canopy of an old oak, or gathering loved ones in a charming Asheville venue, I’m there to capture it all — from the big moments to the small ones that often mean the most.

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Hiring Carly as our wedding photographer was the best investment we made! She set up an engagement shoot for us which allowed us time to get to know her and get comfortable having photos taken and the results were incredible! We used these shots on our wedding website and were some of the best photos we have taken as a couple. She asked me what was important to capture from our wedding and made suggestions prior which helped with organizing our wedding day too. The day of she showed up promptly, made me feel at ease and comfortable and got the most GORGEOUS shots without us even registering she was there! Delivery of the photos came in less than a month. :) The suggestions she made for creating a wedding album gave us the best prints. I not only feel 100% assured we got the BEST photographer for our wedding, but I also feel like I made a friend. :) THANK YOU CARLY!!!
Susannah H., 3 years ago
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Laren Rose Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

I believe your photos should have a timeless feel, full of your real emotions. I’m here to guide you every step of the way for a stress free experience. All the way from timeline planning to guiding you behind the camera, I’m here for you. 🌿

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What initially drew us to reaching out to Laren to be our photographer for an intimate, 14 person wedding ceremony was obviously her stunning, timeless and romantic photographs. But what somehow stood out even more than the beautiful photographs she delivered to us (and with a relatively short turnaround!) was what an absolute pleasure it was to work with her, from communicating to figure out if it was a good fit initially, to planning a wedding day adventure session, to ensuring everyone at the ceremony got the photos they wanted. Throughout the initial coordination and planning process, she was very helpful with providing feedback on our ideas and crafting it into a clear plan for the day. She was flexible in allowing us to split coverage between an early morning adventure session in the mountains and time later at the venue for the formal wedding ceremony. She provided recommendations for other vendors and drafted timelines to help us organize the activities for the day. Leading up to the day, she provided us with regular updates about the weather, proactively providing alternate options if it did not cooperate. For the adventure session, it ended up being a frigid and windy morning, which could have been a miserable experience but because of her warmth, energy and positivity ended up being really fun despite us being freezing! She was always offering alternate ideas to make sure we had opportunities to warm up and even spent a good amount of time at the beginning helping us learn how to tie a bowtie. Since it was so cold and windy in the morning that we cut our hike short, she offered to come earlier in the evening (which was so kind) and shows her commitment to having the whole day really be about her clients, even if the coverage is split into two sessions! Working with her for the ceremony felt so natural and it really showed in the heartfelt, genuine and joyful photos that she took. We highly recommend Laren -- her skills would shine for capturing any event!
Sandia, 2 years ago
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Jeremy Russell Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Hi! I'm Jeremy. I provide timeless wedding photography for couples who embrace moments unscripted. I've been a photographer based in Asheville, available everywhere, for over a decade. I am a relentless advocate for my clients' to have the best photography and wedding day experience possible from the very start of their planning to the very last sparkler.

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Jeremy was the perfect choice for our wedding photographer. From the start, his communication style was consistent, kind, and connecting, which helped put us at ease during the stressful planning process. The quality of his work is truly exceptional - his artistic, professional, and beautiful photos captured our wedding day in stunning detail. Throughout the day, Jeremy was a calm, knowledgeable presence, remembering our shot list and joking with us to keep the mood relaxed, even when it looked like it might rain. His familiarity with our venue and the Asheville area allowed him to find beautiful photo spots we hadn't even considered. I am beyond thankful that we have these gorgeous pictures to look back on with joy - they truly reflect the perfection of our wedding day.
Morgan D., 2 years ago
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Payton Teffner Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Payton Teffner Photography is a luxury wedding photography experience based in the mountains of Asheville, NC. With 11 years of experience and 6 years specializing in weddings, Payton brings a refined, artful approach to capturing modern love stories. She holds a BFA in Photography from RMCAD and is known for blending timeless elegance with natural, emotive storytelling. From intimate mountaintop ceremonies to elevated weekend celebrations, Payton works closely with her couples to thoughtfully plan every detail—creating seamless wedding days and imagery that feels effortless, romantic, and uniquely you.

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Payton was a hidden gem that I found through an intense Instagram/Facebook search for a wedding photographer. I was starting to get discouraged with the outrageous pricing of some of the big name photographers in the Birmingham, AL area and disappointed with the gallery examples of some of the cheaper options. When she messaged me back, her rates are so reasonable and affordable and her Instagram really shows how vibrant and dreamy her previous galleries have turned out. I felt like I could really trust her with capturing our special memories, I was right. Prior to the wedding, she sent out a questionnaire asking about our photography priorities and mindset. Also recently she started including an engagement session when you book her for a wedding package!! A steal! We couldn’t be happier with our photos and our experience with a Payton. She also is a traveling queen, so if you’re not in Birmingham, AL, don’t be discouraged!
Sara B., 3 years ago
SSS Studio LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Scott S. Smith is an award-winning photographer with over 20 years of experience. He and his team are dedicated to capturing every moment of your wedding and providing exceptional, unique photography and films.

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Scott Smith photographed both our engagement proposal in St. Augustine and our wedding in Seffner, and I honestly can't say enough good things about him. From the get-go, he felt like someone I'd known my whole life — easy to talk to, warm, and completely genuine. He made the entire process effortless and even suggested shots we never would have thought of ourselves. Every one of them turned out amazing. What stood out most was that he was never in a rush. He took his time and made sure everything was right. He even traveled all the way from St. Augustine to Seffner to photograph our wedding, and that kind of dedication meant the world to us. Both he and his associate, Lynn, were incredibly professional from start to finish. If you're looking for a photographer who's talented, patient, and just a genuinely great person to work with, Scott is your guy. I wish him all the best and highly recommend his services.
Sergio L., 3 days ago
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Jessica Merithew Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

I love being a wedding photographer in Asheville. Spending time with couples one on one to develop a personal connection and make them feel comfortable is what I love! I want everyone to feel like they are in their comfortable and natural environment when they are with me. Capturing people’s natural emotions and connections with those they love is why we take photographs, right? So let’s get comfortable and make the process stress free! When you hire me you get me. I will always be the person that you work with, from the first email, through your future sessions. No outsourcing photographers here!

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Organized, professional, and gorgeous photos! Working with Jessica was hands-down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! She shot both our engagement session and our wedding day, and we could not be happier with the results. From the very beginning, Jessica was an excellent communicator—extremely organized, punctual, and effortless to work with. She made the entire planning process seamless and stress-free. She has a wonderful gift for making you feel completely relaxed in front of the camera while still providing excellent direction. She kept us laughing the entire time, which made everything feel natural and joyful. The final photos are absolutely stunning. She captured a perfect mix of gorgeous posed portraits and candid moments that will be treasured memories for the rest of our lives. If you want a photographer who is both talented and a consummate professional, hire Jessica! Thank you, Jessica, for capturing our memories so perfectly. ️
Katherine C., 2 months ago
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Juan and Emily 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Soon after Juan and Emily got married in 2018 Juan began his photography career as a light technician in LA. Juan studied journalism for his undergrad, and this is when he was gifted his first camera and his interest in photography was sparked. Emily's childhood dream was to be a photographer, and after working for years as an ICU nurse she is able to do just that alongside Juan. We are energized by the creativity that photography brings, and the light and joy we experience from meeting couples.

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Juan and his wife Emily took the most BEAUTIFUL photos of my fiancé and I in Asheville, NC. His style is classic with a modern twist. He captures movement shots that look like we were sprinting off to a romantic getaway. His wife helped capture images as well and provided some great input on several shots. Both so kind, patient, and good at their job. I am so thankful to have such priceless photos. I recommend Juan and Emily for any event that you want to capture the memories via photo.
Caitlin & A., 3 years ago
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Maddie Kay Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

6 years of full time wedding photography in Asheville and over 500+ weddings documented. We offer both photography and videography in one team to make wedding days stressless. Now offering film in both photography and video (Super 8).

Maddie was such an obvious and easy choice for us when it came time for is to pick a wedding photographer and she is such a joy to work with. We had Maddie take engagement photos for us a few months before the wedding. This was a great idea for us as we weren’t used to being in front of a camera and a little shy. Maddie made it fun and easy, we absolutely adored the process of our engagement shoot and the photos, meeting Maddie made is even more excited to have her shoot our wedding. Maddie and Tyler exceeded our expectations at our wedding.
Carolyn, 4 months ago
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Darrell Cassell Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Passionate about this earth and the humans that reside within it. Striving to tell a story with every photo I take and every moment recorded. I love capturing people in their most candid and natural moments and creating unique and marketable content for businesses and brands. When i’m not shooting weddings, you can find me traveling or out on the town with my wife Kaitlyn.

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Brian and I will be grateful forever that we chose Darrell & Kaitlyn Cassell for our wedding photography and videography. Until we received the pictures and videos back, we thought the best part of choosing them was the wedding day experience with them. I loved their approach and energy that day. They guided us seamlessly from one moment to the next, offering gentle direction when needed, but allowing everything to unfold naturally. Nothing ever felt forced or overly posed. Their calm, relaxed presence set such a peaceful tone for the entire day. When we got the photos and videos back, our gratitude skyrocketed. The images are absolutely stunning and I’ll let them speak for themselves. I have never felt more beautiful, and it feels like the joy of the day leaps right off the screen. I’m still blown away by how they managed to capture not just how everything looked, but exactly how it felt. I would choose them over and over and over again. I could not recommend them more and wish I could relive it again and again. The incredible highlight video is the closest I'll get to that and it's perfect. Everything was perfect.
Mollie R., 9 months ago
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Laura Sparks Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Hey there! I'm Laura Sparks, an elopement photographer based in Asheville, NC. I help couples have a wedding day that is unique and stress-free! Providing epic and heartfelt photography for couples who love the outdoors. Make the mountains of Western North Carolina and Tennessee your backdrop as you say "I do!". LGBTQ+ owned and operated. All are welcome here!

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Let me count the ways that Laura is the best...and you would regret not having her capture your day. From the first moment you reach out to her she will take time to get to know you, your ideas you have for your day, go over options that may also fit your dreams that you may not have thought of, and give you the best quotes and jokes from start to finish. She makes you feel comfortable and at ease with the day and is always willing to go with the flow....and the weather in western NC is always all over the place so that's always a fantastic trait to have. Laura keeps up with her communication, gives amazing vendor recommendations if you're missing something, and can offer the best options for places to have your ceremony and additional pictures if you want a change of background scenery. Long story short, Laura is simply the best...movie quotes and all.
Vanessa Allen LaRotonda, 5 years ago
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Jules and Conrad Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Hi! We're Julie and Rad. We met in Vietnam in 2016, and have lived in eight countries together since then. During our time abroad we've had plenty of adventures, seen incredible wildlife, eaten a lot of wonderful food, and honed our photography skills. We also got married in 2020! Planning a wedding during a pandemic involved an unusual set of challenges. Although our guest count was a little smaller than we originally anticipated-- the day could not have been more perfect. This was made possible only because we hired and trusted the right people. We try to instill the same trust so you can enjoy your day!

Awarded Best of Zola
Simply Amazing! We had our engagement shoot at the Biltmore estate and it was nothing short of magical. Julie was able to capture exactly what I wanted the pictures to look like. She is a joy to work with and helped us feel relaxed and at ease. I can’t stop looking at my pictures and everyone that lays eyes on them is OBSESSED! They take your pictures and capture who you are but also make it look like a beautiful piece of art. I simply cannot say enough good things!
Holly T., 2 years ago
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Lainey Claire Photograpy 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Hey friends! My name is Lainey and I’m the owner and operator of Lainey Claire Photography. My passion is capturing authentic, timeless, and romantic images for you to look back on for years to come. Whether is your engagement, wedding, or just because photos - I’m here! I'm a strong believer that God has blessed me with this passion and I can’t wait to meet you all and capture your love story. 💕

Lainey has been doing my photos for years now. She’s captured everything from graduating college, engagement, bridal portraits, wedding, to baby announcements! Soon she’ll be able to newborn photos for our baby boy! I can always rely on her to get the best, most creative shots for me and my family. Lainey puts all of her time and energy into making sure her clients are satisfied and most importantly happy! Let Lainey cover your next photography needs!
Taylor G., a year ago
Renee Leigh Photography, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Hi, I'm Renee Leigh, a wedding and portrait photographer based in Asheville, NC. I'm passionate about capturing real, candid moments and all of the beautiful details that make your love story unique. As a destination wedding photographer, I have the joy and experience of photographing couples all across the U.S., and I'm always ready to travel wherever your love takes you. My goal is to make you feel comfortable, confident, and truly seen on your wedding day. I look forward to creating something timeless together!

Renee Leigh Photography, LLC was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding! Their communication style is best described as "let's do this!!" - they were incredibly responsive, enthusiastic, and proactive throughout the entire process. Renee and her team were also highly attentive and detail-oriented, capturing all the special moments of our day with beautiful, high-quality imagery. Without Renee, I wouldn't have been able to pull off such a seamless wedding. I would recommend Renee Leigh Photography to any couple looking for a talented and dedicated photography team to help make their big day truly unforgettable.
Landon S., a year ago
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Just Love (Elope in Asheville, NC) 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Contact us through our web page elopeinashevillenc com We love fun and UNIQUE wedding ceremonies! We have a variety of packages and locations for any budget and style. We value sustainability and keeping things simple and stress-free. Our motto is Nothing Fancy, Just Love! Your wedding day should be about the love you share & the commitment you are making. We strive to help make that happen here in the magic of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

We love working with Elopement Asheville. The elopement photography is indescribably beautiful and they do an amazing job capturing each special moment. We love everything about this crew and use them for all our events here.
Hidden Flower Tiny Farm, 4 years ago
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Shannon's Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

My business means everything to me, and I truly love working with such incredible people who puts every ounce of trust into my work. When I get behind my camera and begin shooting, I am truly immersed in my creative element. Out of thousands of lifestyle + wedding photographers, I've been chosen to be the one for so many people, and that means the entire world to me.

Awarded Best of Zola
We loved working with Shannon! She is a creative and professional individual, which makes for a great photographer. You can easily tell she loves what she does because it's so easy to feel comfortable in front of her camera. She's confident and fun to work with!
Aaryn and M., 5 years ago
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Light Shifter Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Black Mountain, NC

Hello! My name is Bryce and I'm thrilled to connect with you and share the story of my photography business, Light Shifter Studios. Building meaningful relationships with my clients is at the heart of everything I do, and I believe that getting to know each other is the key to unlocking truly exceptional work. So, let me take a moment to share a little bit about myself. As a travel photographer turned Asheville Wedding photographer, I'm humbled by the opportunity to tell the stories and preserve the memories of others. We have been in business for 13+ years and photograph Weddings, Engagement, Elopements, and Proposal Sessions.

Awarded Best of Zola
Light Shifter Studios was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding photography. From our very first interaction, they were attentive, thoughtful, and easy to understand, making the entire process stress-free. Their work was simply amazing - the photos they captured are fantastic and truly showcase the joy and love of our special day. They were so easy to work with, and made everyone in our wedding party feel completely at ease in front of the camera. We are thrilled with the final results and cannot recommend Light Shifter Studios highly enough to any couple looking for an incredible wedding photography experience.
Emily K., a year ago