Wilkesboro Farm Wedding | Olivia and Dylan

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Olivia and Dylan’s Wilkesboro Farm Wedding at Fussell Estate was a bright, colorful start to the summer wedding season.

There are some people you meet in life and they make you immediately feel at ease. That is Dylan and Olivia. Dylan has a strong, steady presence that is matched perfectly by Olivia’s sweet spirit. We enjoyed every step of the process with them, from their consultation, to their engagement session, and even beyond their wedding day. They have been absolute dream clients for us! That is why I am taking a moment to look back at their beautiful wedding from last summer.

The setting for this day was Fussell Estate – the perfect back drop in Wilkesboro for their rustic farm wedding. I asked Olivia, “Why did you choose Fussell Estate as your wedding venue?” and she responded:

“It had the outdoor space and guest count accommodations that we were looking for. It is a good mix of mine and Dylan’s style, plus the river and the granite rocks are unparalleled to any other venue. We also really got along with the venue owner, Vickie.”

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The Color Inspiration

When asked about her design inspiration for the wedding, Olivia said, “We are going for a happy, clean, fresh feel. Naturally, I picked my colors by which flowers I liked the most (coral charm peony, coral poppies with yellow centers, free spirit rose and ranunculus).”

The flowers were incredibly important to Olivia, as she studied horticulture in college. She chose flowers that would fit her vision and fill the space with color. The florals for this Wilksboro Farm Wedding were designed by Dish Garden Art. The bouquet is almost identical to the one she used for her Bridal Session.

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The Moments

The best part of the wedding day? All of the beautiful little moments we were able to capture for them! There were so many bear hugs and happy tears!

How were they able to squeeze in so many amazing moments for their wedding day for us to capture? Here are a few things Olivia and Dylan chose to do that made their day go so smoothly and gave them. lots of images of their day:

  • They chose our collection of two photographers with at least 8 hours of coverage. This was a benefit for two reasons – two photographers are able to capture double of what only one photographer can. Also, we can literally be in two places at once and not miss any angles! The second reason is that we were there for 8 hours – they were able schedule so many things during that time that we would be able to photograph.
  • Everything was on-site. This was a large venue to be sure, but the bride and groom were able to get ready, get married, and host their reception all on the same party. Traveling between venues can be a real time suck!
  • Olivia prioritized what was most important and scheduled into the day. The photos below were not a random coincidence. The couple knew that both sets of grandparents would be present and they wanted to create a special time with just them. They gave each grandparent and parent a special gift and they shared words of wisdom and blessings for their marriage.
  • Olivia and Dylan chose to do a first look. You can read more about If a First Look is Right for You? HERE, but let me explain why it worked for them. Olivia created a special memory with her dad by doing a first look with him first. She then did a first look with Dylan, who can be very shy. This was a beautiful moment between the two of them. They created a new wedding tradition for the family. They even exchanged personal vows privately, before the official vows during the ceremony. Because of this, they had more time together on their wedding day and got way more photos of the two of them and their wedding party.
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We're Josh & Alisha

Just two lovebirds, enjoying everyday life.

Photographers. Artists. Creatives. Parents to two. Nerds. Foodies. Lovers. Friends.

We have been friends since 2006, married since 2008, and capturing memories through photography since 2010. The years of experience in all three make us uniquely qualified to tell your budding love story. If the years have taught us anything, its that fulfilling, long-lasting marriages have a foundation of friendship, and are built with joy - and perhaps quite a few carbs! 

We strive to help you feel confident during your big day, and not awkward or stressed - so you can look back on joyful memories that tell your love story.

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Hi! I'm Alisha!

I'm so excited you're here! 

In addition to being a lady-boss photographer, I am a wife, a mom, a teacher and a follower of Jesus. Those things are the center of everything about who I am, what I do, and how I do it. That means I believe in how important family is, whether you are just starting your own, or are celebrating all of those special milestones. Josh and I have been married for over 12 years and photographing weddings and families for over 10 of those years. Our style has evolved over time, but we love capturing images that are bright, colorful, and tell the most important story - yours!

When we are not shooting, I love going on adventures with our two beautiful girls, trying new recipes, or catching up on my favorite shows with my hubby.

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Hi! I'm Josh!

I want to capture your day!

Having the opportunity to live in a town as beautiful as Kernersville, NC is great. Being able to be here with Alisha is even better. I've been married over twelve years to the love of my life and for most of that time we have worked closely as wedding photographers. Because of this, we have a unique outlook on the wedding experience. Having the opportunity to find the joy and love in that special day and share it with you and your family and friends is the best thing about what I do. That's why I never miss getting a photo of the groom's face when he sees his bride for the first time.

When I don't have a camera in my hands, I enjoy coffee dates and car-sushi with my bride, board games before bed, and binge watching Netflix.

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