Real Weddings Gallery
Wedding Day
Hillary Muelleck Photography
The Oak Amphitheater ceremony site
The Oak Amphitheater
Lakefront gathering spot
Here comes the groom!
Here comes the bride and her father!
Portraits on the lawn
Waterfront portraits
Reception in the Boulder Room
Evening ambiance
First Dance
Send-Off!
Let's have some fun during send-off!
Fall Wedding
Golden Hour
Musically Yours- Live Ceremony Music
Wedding Ceremony
First Dance on the Jasmine Terrace
Chandelier Events
Introductions!
Jasmine Terrace
Catawba Falls Events-front entrance
Exterior view of a brick building with wooden beams under a gabled roof, two lion statues at the entrance, and potted plants on either side of the doorway, under clear blue sky.
Ceremony Cross
Wedding wedding cross decorated with flowers and pampas grass outside near trees and a body of water.
Sunset
Special Send-off
Cocktail Hour
People dancing and mingling at an outdoor evening party with string lights, chandeliers, and high-top tables on a brick patio surrounded by trees.
Reception
Brick building with black framed doors, outdoor wall lanterns, large flower pots, and a wooden triangular gable roof with string lights.
Ceremony on the lawn
Wedding Ceremony
Bride and Groom Portraits
Dressing Room
Wedding reception table decorated with a floral centerpiece and candles, with a wedding cake on a barrel in the background. The room features wood-paneled walls, lantern-style wall sconces, and rustic decor.
Sweetheart table- Boulder Room
December Wedding
December Ceremony
December Reception
Bride and groom holding hands walking on a path in a wooded area decorated with string lights, dressed in wedding attire.
Private Last Dance
A festive indoor banquet hall decorated for Christmas with long tables covered in white tablecloths, red napkins, garlands, and candles, a Christmas tree, and a stone fireplace with holiday decor.
Dressing Room
Final Touches
A bride in a white wedding dress sitting on a cream-colored armchair in a room with white walls, a wooden door, a large mirror, and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.
Bride in a wedding dress sitting on a chair, smiling, with her bridesmaids in blue dresses reflected in a large mirror behind her.
A bride wearing a white wedding gown holding a bouquet of white flowers standing outdoors on a paved walkway surrounded by greenery and rocks.
Beautiful Blues
Walkway to Ceremony
Bride walking down the aisle with a man in a light gray suit, surrounded by green trees and string lights in an outdoor setting.
Outdoor wedding ceremony near a lake with bride and groom exchanging vows, surrounded by wedding party and guests seated on benches. The setting is lush with trees and greenery, and the ceremony is officiated by a person in a suit.
A wedding ceremony taking place outdoors in a lush green setting near water, with the bride and groom exchanging vows, surrounded by bridesmaids and guests seated on benches, and trees providing shade.
A wedding ceremony outdoors by a lake with trees, featuring the bride and groom holding hands and exchanging vows, surrounded by bridesmaids in blue dresses and groomsmen in gray suits, with guests seated nearby.
Outdoor wedding ceremony by a lakeside, with guests seated, officiant, couple exchanging vows, surrounded by trees and greenery, daylight.
A wedding party walking outdoors among trees, with the bride and groom holding hands and smiling at each other, surrounded by bridesmaids in blue dresses and groomsmen in gray suits.
Bride and groom standing on a wooded path, gazing at each other, bride holding a bouquet, ignoring bright sunlight in a lush outdoor setting.
Bride and groom walking through a lush forested area, with the bride wearing a white wedding gown and holding a bouquet, and the groom in a gray suit, near a rustic wooden swing.
A bride in a white wedding dress and veil walking through a wooded area, holding a bouquet of flowers, with a man in a gray suit assisting her.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss on a dock by a lake, the bride holding a bouquet, during sunset.
A bride and groom standing on stairs outside, exchanging a loving look, framed by a brick archway with potted plants, in a garden setting.
A bride and groom dancing in a rustic wedding venue with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and a chandelier. Guests are seated at tables in the background.
Private last dance on the patio
A bride and groom sharing a dance at their outdoor wedding reception at night, with string lights hanging overhead and surrounded by trees and outdoor furniture.
A bride and groom share a kiss outdoors at night, surrounded by wedding guests holding sparklers, celebrating their wedding.
September Wedding
Bride in white wedding gown with seven bridesmaids in rust-colored dresses holding bouquets, standing outdoors on brick pavement with trees and string lights overhead.
A group of eight men standing in front of a brick building with wood accents, dressed in formal attire with matching white shirts, blue pants, orange ties, and boutonnieres. They are smiling and posing for a photo outdoors.
Group of men in suits and ties playfully running and chasing each other outdoors on a brick path, with green trees and a partly cloudy sky in the background.
A bride and groom standing back to back against a brick wall on their wedding day, holding hands behind their backs, with the bride smiling at the camera and the groom facing away.
A wedding ceremony outdoors with groomsmen in suits and ties, a woman in a dress holding a floral bouquet, and an officiant with a book, all standing among trees.
A wedding ceremony outdoors with a bride and groom holding hands, surrounded by groomsmen in coordinated outfits.
A wedding ceremony outdoors by a lake with a bride and groom holding hands, a officiant reading, and bridesmaids in matching orange dresses holding flowers, all under trees.
Dock Photos
Swing Portraits
A bride and groom walk hand in hand in a lush green forest with string lights overhead.
A wedding couple in formal attire stands close together in a wooded outdoor setting with string lights hanging overhead.
A wedding reception in a banquet hall where guests are holding white ribbon wands, creating a tunnel effect over the couple as they kiss at the end of the aisle.
Bride and groom dancing in a rustic wedding reception hall with long banquet tables, wooden walls, a brick fireplace, and a chandelier.
Bubble Send-off
A man in a gray suit is sitting on a woven outdoor chair and adjusting his brown dress shoes on a gravel patio surrounded by greenery.
A bride with dark hair and a white lace wedding dress laughing while holding hands with an older man in a black suit inside a rustic room with wooden doors and a mirror.
Outdoor wedding ceremony with a couple exchanging vows under a wooden triangular arch decorated with flowers, surrounded by seated guests and trees near a body of water.
Bride and groom walking hand in hand on a paved pathway surrounded by autumn trees with red and green leaves.
November Wedding Day
Wedding party walking outdoors during autumn, with bridesmaids in green dresses, groomsmen in gray suits, and a bride and groom in wedding attire, surrounded by colorful fall foliage.
Bride in white wedding gown celebrating with six bridesmaids in green dresses outdoors surrounded by autumn foliage.
Bride walking down outdoor wedding aisle, escorted by an older man, with guests standing on both sides, autumn trees, brick pillars and large pots in the background.
Outdoor wedding ceremony near a lake with a wooden arch decorated with flowers, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage. The bride, groom, officiant, bridesmaids in green dresses, and groomsmen in gray suits are present, with guests seated in front.
A wedding ceremony is taking place outdoors by a lake, viewed through an archway with brick columns and greenery. The bride and groom are standing under a wooden triangle arch decorated with flowers, exchanging vows. Guests are seated on benches on either side, and trees with autumn foliage are visible in the background.
Wedding ceremony outdoors by a lakeside with trees and autumn foliage, across a body of water, attendees seated facing the bride and groom.
A bride and groom holding hands and walking on a paved path outdoors during autumn, with colorful fall foliage and a lit outdoor lantern in the background.
A bride and groom walking hand in hand on a paved path through a forested area with autumn leaves, during sunset.
A couple dances at their wedding reception under a rustic brick and wood pavilion with string lights, surrounded by seated and standing guests.
A bride and groom stand close together on a tree-lined pathway, holding hands and touching foreheads, with colorful autumn leaves in the background.
Dean' s Duets - live music
Private last dance (outdoors)
A bride and groom share a kiss during their wedding reception in a rustic venue with brick walls and wooden beams.
Bridal Portraits
A bride in a white wedding gown and veil standing on a grassy area in a lush green outdoor setting
Bridal Portraits
Bride in a white lace wedding dress and long veil standing outdoors on a sunny day with green trees and rocks in the background.
Sisters
Bride in white dress and veil looking at five bridesmaids in dark pink dresses outdoors with green trees in the background.
Waterfront Photos
A bride and groom embrace outdoors by a lake, with trees in the background. The bride wears a white wedding gown and veil, holding a colorful bouquet. The groom is dressed in a blue suit and brown shoes. They are leaning their foreheads together affectionately.
A bride and groom walking on a wooden dock, holding arms, with stairs and trees in the background.
Cheers!
Getting ready for the first look with Dad!
A bride and an older man, likely her father, hugging outdoors on a wedding day. The bride is in a white lace wedding dress with a long veil, and the man is dressed in a blue suit. They are surrounded by green trees, and the moment appears emotional and joyful.
A black-and-white photo of a bride and groom holding hands and smiling at each other outdoors, near a decorated cross, with trees in the background.
Boulder Room
Wedding reception hall with a long banquet table decorated with flowers, chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, a stone fireplace with pink uplighting, and a grand piano in the background.
A man in a teal suit at a decorated reception table with glasses, in front of a large stone fireplace and chandelier in a rustic-style room.
A bride and groom stand back-to-back in a rustic wedding reception venue with a large stone fireplace and a chandelier decorated with flowers and greenery hanging above them. A long table with glassware and candles is set in front of them.
November Ceremony
A wedding ceremony taking place outdoors near a lake, with a bride and groom exchanging vows. The bride wears a white lace wedding dress and the groom in a green tuxedo. Bridesmaids in colorful dresses and groomsmen in dark suits stand nearby, with a large floral arch behind the couple and yellow autumn trees in the background.
A wedding ceremony taking place outdoors near a lake with trees in the background. The bride and groom are exchanging vows under a circular floral arch decorated with pink, white, and red flowers. The bride is wearing a white lace wedding gown with a veil, and the groom is in a dark green jacket. A woman officiating the ceremony is standing behind them, holding a book. Three men, dressed in suits, are standing to the right, with one woman seated in the foreground. The setting is during the daytime, with sunlight filtering through the trees.
Outdoor wedding ceremony set on a wooden platform by a lake, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage, decorated with floral arrangements and a large hoop arch.
Young man in a military uniform standing against a brick wall in a hallway.
First Touch
Five young men dressed in formal suits standing outside a brick building with a gabled roof, decorated with red bows and greenery, in a lineup with one in a military uniform in front.
Group of five young men in formal suits and one in a military uniform smiling and posing together outside a brick building decorated for the holidays
Two young men in U.S. Coast Guard uniforms hugging and smiling in front of a brick building.
A bride in a satin wedding gown with a veil, standing by a window with brick walls and wooden doors, looking contemplative.
April Wedding
Just Married!
A bride and groom kiss on a wooden dock by a calm lake, overcast sky, scenic landscape in the background, romantic wedding moment.
Sunset Photos
Locust Swing Photos
Bride in white wedding dress sitting on the ground in a wooded outdoor setting with rocks and greenery, holding a bouquet of white flowers, beside a rustic wooden swing made of logs and rope, with string lights overhead.
Bride in a white dress holding a bouquet of white and blush roses, with long wavy blonde hair and pearl earrings.
A group of twelve women, including a bride in a white gown and eleven bridesmaids in matching beige dresses, celebrating with smiles and raised bouquets in front of a brick wall and black door.
A bride and groom standing closely together on a wooden dock extending into a calm lake at sunset, with a scenic, tree-lined shoreline in the background.
Black and white photo of a wedding dress bride sitting on a chair, fastening her an embellished high-heeled sandal.
Bride and groom kiss in the center surrounded by wedding party outdoors, with bridesmaids holding bouquets and groomsmen celebrating.
A newlywed couple holding hands and smiling outdoors near a brick patio with potted plants, trees, and a lake in the background.
A bride and groom holding hands on a dock during sunset, with the bride in a white wedding gown and veil, and the groom in a black suit, by a calm body of water.
A bride and groom dancing on a wooden dock extending into a calm lake at sunset.
A bride and groom share a kiss while holding sparklers at their wedding reception, surrounded by guests in celebration.
Elegant banquet hall with round tables adorned with large floral centerpieces and gold Chiavari chairs, set for a formal event.
Reception- using banquet tables
POV from sweetheart table
Elegant banquet hall with long arranged tables, decorated with white tablecloths, floral centerpieces, and place settings. The room features exposed brick walls, large windows, and a high ceiling with chandeliers and hanging lights.
A wedding ceremony outdoors with a floral arch, a bride in a white dress and veil, a groom in a suit, and a minister reading from a book. The couple is playing with black dogs.
Our dear pets...
A bride and groom exchanging vows at an outdoor wedding ceremony, with officiant standing behind them, surrounded by trees and rocks.
A bride in a white wedding dress with floral embellishments is holding hands with an older woman, likely her mother, while they smile at each other. The scene is reflected in a mirror, capturing a touching moment before the wedding.
A couple getting married outdoors by a lake, with bridesmaids and groomsmen standing beside them, surrounded by trees.
Beautiful Fall Colors
Bride in a wedding gown sitting on a swing in a wooded outdoor setting, with a man leaning over her, holding the swing ropes, surrounded by trees and greenery.
A bride and groom dancing outdoors in a wooded area, holding hands and smiling.
Bride and groom smiling as they cut a wedding cake decorated with flowers, standing next to a table with champagne glasses, in a rustic venue with wooden walls and large windows.
A bride in a white lace wedding dress with a long train touches the shoulder of a groom in a blue suit, who is standing with his back to her in an outdoor brick corridor.
Bride and groom exchange vows under a brick archway, with the bride in a white lace wedding dress and the groom in a blue suit holding a bouquet, during an outdoor wedding ceremony.
A group of six men wearing matching blue suits, white shirts, and red ties, with floral boutonnieres, standing arm-in-arm on a brick patio under a wooden-covered archway, smiling at the camera.
Bride in a white lace wedding gown holding a bouquet outdoors in a wooded area.
A bride and groom walking down the aisle during their outdoor wedding ceremony, with an officiant behind them, under a black cross decorated with flowers, in a wooded area with sunlight and fallen flower petals on the ground.
A newlywed couple sharing a kiss outdoors during their wedding, with string lights hanging above them and a forest background.
A bride and groom standing close on a wooden dock by a lake, embracing each other, with the groom holding a bouquet of flowers and the bride wearing a white lace wedding gown.
A newlywed couple sitting on a wooden swing in a forest with lush green trees and ferns, sunlight filtering through the leaves.
Bride and groom celebrating their wedding, raising their hands together in front of a decorated indoor venue with stone and wood walls, floral arrangements, and candle candelabras.
A bride and groom dancing at their wedding reception in a rustic venue with a large stone fireplace decorated with flowers and candles in the background.
White lace wedding dress hanging on a wooden hanger in front of a large mirror in a room with a chandelier and a white tufted armchair.
Decorative stone fireplace with floral arrangement and candles on the mantel, mirror above the hearth, and lanterns on the hearth.
Indoor wedding reception venue with a tall stone fireplace adorned with floral arrangements, a large chandelier hanging from the ceiling, and banquet tables set up with white tablecloths and dark wooden chairs.
Black and white photo of a wedding party standing in front of a brick building with wooden beams and lantern-style lights. The bride is in the center in a wedding dress holding a bouquet, flanked by the groom and bridesmaids in long dresses holding bouquets, and groomsmen in suits.
Group of five men in black suits and ties, one seated and four standing, in front of a brick building with lanterns and potted plants.
Five men dressed in black tuxedos with bow ties walking outside a brick building, smiling and talking to each other.
A bride and groom kissing on a wooden dock by a lake, surrounded by trees, in black and white.
Bride and groom embrace in a decorated wedding reception hall with floral centerpieces and gold chairs.
A groom carrying a bride in a white wedding dress along a wooded path by a river, with sunlight filtering through the trees.
A wedding table decorated with a large arrangement of white roses and other white flowers, draped with a shiny white cloth, and a gold circle decorative piece in the background against a stone wall.
A tall, white, multi-tiered wedding cake decorated with cascading white and pale pink roses and peonies, placed on an ornate gold stand against a wooden wall background.
Elegant wedding reception with round tables and a long rectangular table, decorated with white tablecloths, crystal glasses, and floral centerpieces. A large floral arrangement with white flowers and greenery hangs overhead. The room features exposed brick and wooden walls, decorative chandeliers, and large windows, creating warm and inviting ambiance.
Elegant table setting with champagne-colored napkins on plates, glassware, silver cutlery, and a menu on each plate, ready for a formal dinner.
Elegant wedding reception table decorated with white flowers, candles in glass holders, and gold accents. The table has a center card labeled 'Table 4' with names and date. Place settings include white napkins, glassware, and menus.
Elegant wedding reception table with white floral centerpieces, tall candles in glass holders, and gold circular-back chairs, set in a rustic wooden venue.
Elegant table setting with candles, floral centerpieces, pink napkins, and gold chairs in a decorated indoor venue.
Elegant wedding reception table with gold-rimmed plates, pink napkins, crystal glassware, gold votive candle holders, and a large floral centerpiece of white roses and hydrangeas. There is a table number sign indicating table 7 for Jemimah and Ariel's wedding on May 28, 2022.
Elegant banquet table with white tablecloth, gold accents, tall glass candle holders with floating candles, floral centerpieces, and place settings for a wedding reception or formal event.
Elegant indoor space with a rustic stone fireplace, wooden walls, a grand chandelier with cascading white flowers and candles, and a table with white flowers and drapes.
Elegant wedding reception hall with round tables decorated with white flowers and napkins, large floral centerpiece, and hanging chandeliers, featuring a high ceiling with brown accents.
Wedding seating chart on a mirror with a gold frame, decorated with a large bouquet of pink and white roses and greenery at the top. It displays table numbers and guest names. A glass of water is in the foreground.
A newlywed couple, dressed in wedding attire, holds hands and walks through a celebration with guests clapping and taking photos. The bride wears a white lace wedding gown, and the groom is in a black tuxedo with a bow tie. The background features a brick wall, decorative lighting, and guests dressed in formal suits.
A bride and groom dancing at their wedding reception in a rustic venue with wood walls and fireplace, surrounded by bridesmaids and groomsmen.
A wedding reception scene in black and white shows a bride and groom dancing and smiling, with a person in a jester or clown costume in the background. The bride is in a lace wedding dress, and the groom is in a tuxedo. They are making a high-five gesture. Decor includes a decorated table, a fireplace, and two abstract sculptures.
View of a brick terrace with black benches, green plants, and a decorative archway made of intertwined branches and leaves overlooking a body of water surrounded by trees.
Wedding ceremony taking place outdoors under a tree arch with brick columns, with guests seated on benches, and the bride and groom standing before officiant.
Bride in white wedding gown holding a bouquet of flowers, smiling at groom in navy suit with orange tie, during outdoor wedding ceremony in a wooded area.
A newly married couple walking hand in hand on a forested wedding venue trail, with string lights overhead, the bride in a white lace gown and veil, and the groom in a navy suit with a red tie, holding a colorful bouquet.
Sweetheart table
Reception
Let the fun begin!
Silhouette of a bride and groom on a dock by a lake during sunset, touching foreheads.
Post wedding group photo
A wedding ceremony takes place in a rustic indoor venue with a high ceiling, wooden walls, and a large stone fireplace at the center. The bride and groom stand facing each other, holding hands, with the officiant between them. Bridesmaids in pink dresses hold bouquets on the left, while groomsmen in black suits line up on the right. Guests are seated and watching the ceremony, with a reflection visible on the polished wooden floor.
A bride and groom kiss during their wedding ceremony in front of a stone fireplace, with bridesmaids in pink dresses and groomsmen in black suits and bow ties, in a rustic indoor setting.
A wedding ceremony with the bride and groom standing in front of a minister, exchanging vows in a rustic indoor venue. Bridesmaids and groomsmen are lined up on either side, and guests are seated at tables watching the event. The venue features a large stone fireplace, wooden walls, and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.
A bride and an elderly man hugging during a wedding ceremony inside a rustic venue with a large stone fireplace, floral decorations, and a chandelier.
A golden retriever wearing a pink flower collar sitting beside a person, with a bouquet of flowers and a white fabric backdrop in the background.
Outdoor wedding ceremony with bride and groom in the center, officiant, bridal party, guests seated on benches, surrounded by trees and greenery
Photographs above by:
Hillary Muelleck Photography;
Rainsford Photography;
Lauren Faith Photography;
Lavender and Light Photography;
Anna Duncan Photography;
Amy Ellis Photography;
Amanda Somerville Photography;
Cynthia Ndelo Photography;
Moving Mountains Studio;
William Avery Photography;
Erika Melson Photography;
Heidi Bee Photography;
Click Away Photography;
Crystal Cofie Photography;
Chris Kruger Photography;