The Emporium Knoxville Wedding - Lily + Thomas
In the heart of downtown Knoxville, The Emporium, features an open gallery space with string lights perfect for a romantic and urban feel. The art center and gallery showcases many art pieces from local artists. Lily and Thomas couldn’t have picked a better Knoxville Wedding Venue.
Venue: The Emporium | Ceremony Music: Oak Ridge High School Orchestra Boosters | DJ and Lighting: @godjogle | Floral: @swankfloral | Caterer/Bartender: @rosascatering | Cake: @publix | Dress Shop: @southernbellerose_ | Dress Designer: @watters | Suits: @regaltuxedoknox | Transportation: Regal Carriages | Rentals: Campbell Party Rentals | Officiant: Jake Morrill | Hair/Makeup: @orangeblossomartistry | Wedding Coordinator: @AbsoluteweddingPerfection | Film Lab: The Find Lab
Spence Cabin "River Lodge" Wedding at Elkmont - SarahBeth + Josh
An adventurous couple who loves the great outdoors and special DIY details made up Sarah Beth and Josh’s big day at Spence Cabin in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. You may remember these two from their amazing foggy sunrise engagement in the sunflowers, but their wedding in such a gorgeous natural setting was just as memorable.
Surrounded by her sisters throughout the day, Sarah donned a gorgeous ivory gown with her grandmother’s pearls, and her adorable flats served as a practical “something blue.” She even added an additional element that embraced the natural setting with her free flowing flower crown. We loved the choice of stone blue accents with the bridesmaids dresses and adored that these were super flowy to evoke an ethereal vibe.
The riverside ceremony was emotional and personal, and joy absolutely radiated from Sarah , Josh, and their families. Sweet touches like a crafted windowpane timeline, old fashioned milk jug glasses, and handmade paper cranes greeted guests, and they even gave a nod to their careers as field researchers through books about wildlife and copies of National Geographic as decor. The reception also included a huge announcement that the two would be relocating to Alaska to start their journey together.
Nature is what brought these two together, and they wanted their day to feel like a culmination of that. The national park setting in Elkmont couldn’t have been more perfect for these lovebirds, and we are excited to share so many memories from this rustic celebration of the natural world. Mr. and Mrs. Monroe are gracing the blog today with their eco-friendly, river lodge wedding. Enjoy!
Venue: Spence Cabin and Appalachian Clubhouse | Place Settings: Unique Settings Rentals- Knoxville | Dress: Justin Alexander from Tradesy | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Lulus | Floral: Melissa Timm Designs | Floral: Kroger Oak Ridge | Dessert: Duck Donuts | Cake: Kroger Oak Ridge
Sun Dance Farm Wedding in the Sunset Garden | Kelsie + Daniel
You would never know by looking at this gorgeous day with these perfect details that Kelsie and Daniel planned their wedding in a mere twenty-eight days. This super outdoorsy and adventurous couple got engaged on a camping trip at Max Patch in October and decided that they didn’t want to wait an entire year to have a fall wedding. Although the planning was self-described as a whirlwind, Kelsie and Daniel’s Sun Dance Farm wedding was an intimate and sentimental affair.
Sun Dance Farm is an actual working farm and event center located in West Knoxville. The venue offers multiple ceremony and reception sites for up to 200 guests including a beautiful hidden garden, stable-side options, and even a garden pond for smaller weddings. Kelsie and Daniel’s ceremony was held in the sunset garden area under the expansive arbor draped with flowing white fabric and crystal chandeliers that glistened in the dimming light. Elegant floral garlands lined the aisle along with wooden and metal lanterns and natural elements like pine cones. One concern for the couple was to keep their wedding as eco-friendly as possible, so they chose a non-traditional guestbook with an oh too cute carving of their initials and date, and they even opted for biodegradable plates for serving the cake. The sweetest touch, however, was the spruce favors that guests were encouraged to take home and watch their love grow.
Kelsie and Daniel opted to forgo a wedding party to make the day about what was truly important, their union, and decided to have only their closest loved ones in attendance. The two were married by their minister, and the ceremony incorporated a tying of the knot inspired by a bible verse to symbolize their unity, which we thought was a great reminder to display in their home of their marriage and this special memory. Kelsie and Daniel stopped midway down the aisle as husband and wife so that their guests could pray over them and their marriage, and we were so glad to capture this sentimental moment for them.
Couple’s photos lakeside were a must for the two, and they brought along their dog, Ronix (who also participated in their ceremony), for a family photo as well. We loved that Kelsie opted for her cowgirl boots so that we could add a little movement to their photos while they playfully jogged down the narrow road together (which turned out to be some of our favorites). Their whole day was about their love for each other and for God, and we are nothing short of ecstatic to share more of their wedding with you today. This Sun Dance Farm wedding may have been one of our last for 2017, but it was definitely a memorable one. Enjoy this glimpse of Kelsie and Daniel’s day!
Venue: Sun Dance Farm and Event Center | Dress: David's Bridal | Flowers: Kroger | Suit: Coachman Clothiers | Catering: Gavino's | Videography: Rellek Films
Cooper's Cove at Heritage Park Wedding - Megan + Cody
If rain is a sign of good luck on a wedding day, then this couple is the luckiest we know! Megan and Cody’s wedding at Cooper’s Cove at Heritage Park may have started with rain and ended with rain as well, but their day was such a memorable one for so many reasons. The most striking aspect for us was their attitudes about it all. Throughout the day, we didn’t hear one complaint or see one tear shed other than those of true happiness. We were so impressed with how Megan and Cody took everything in stride and stayed focused on what really mattered—their union.
We utilized the cabin for many of the photos throughout the day, mixing things up with the cool wall of lockers for some shots of the groom and placing a couch on the covered porch for Megan’s stunning bridals (seriously, our fave). Their first look was full of raw emotion, and we can't even explain how we felt when watching Cody's sweet reaction to seeing his bride for the first time. An oh so brief break in the clouds gave us about 15 minutes to capture the moments under the gorgeous archway on the path leading to the reception site as well as the memories of the two strolling together hand in hand.
Heartfelt speeches from Megan’s sister and Cody’s best friend set the party off right, and we loved that all the guests were out on the dance floor. Although plans were changed from the anticipated outdoor ceremony site to the barn for both the exchange of vows and reception, this wedding was filled with nothing but joy and celebration. We so loved spending the day with these two and their amazing bridal party as well as getting to know their families. We hold a special place in our hearts for this awesome couple, and we hope you feel the love from Megan and Cody's fall wedding today.
Venue: Coopers Cove at Heritage Park | Florist: Cache Pot Floral & Garden | Catering: Sweet P's Barbeque and Soul House | Cake and Desserts: Gail's Custom Cakes | Dress Shop: White Lace and Promises | Dress Designer: Essense of Australia | Hair and Makeup: Bat N Rouge | DJ: Zeb Furst | Alcohol: The Pour Guys | Invitations: Minted | Suit: Regal Tuxedo
The Mill and Mine Wedding in Downtown Knoxville - Kristina + Ben
The Mill and Mine is a one of a kind industrial venue located in the heart of Downtown Knoxville. With original brick walls, private spaces for getting ready, a covered patio with an adjoining lawn, and string bulb lighting in the indoor space, The Mill and Mine brings an urban vibe with all the amenities needed for a beautiful wedding. That’s why this was the perfect space for Kristina and Ben's ceremony and reception, both held in the large main event space.
Their ceremony was traditional and meaningful, as their home church worship leader served as the officiant, which was incredibly special for the two. Beautiful worship songs accompanied by guitar made their ceremony unique as all their guests joined in and sang along. They shared their vows and communion alongside a gorgeous wooden cross adorned with large florals that was built and decorated by Matthew Smith of Echelon Florist. It was the perfect backdrop for these two as they became husband and wife.
We utilized the expansive courtyard for most of the bridal party photos as well as the indoor spaces with sliding wooden doors and the outdoor metal wall, but we couldn’t resist taking the two on a stroll through the Gay Street area of downtown for some stunning sunset photos along the bridge. The one thing that we have always noticed about Kristina and Ben is their fun loving spirits, and that really came out at the reception, when it was revealed that Ben has some killer dance moves, much to our surprise and joy. Their reception even included a dance off of sorts between Ben and some of his groomsmen, but Kristina, a swimmer at Southern Illinois University where the two both attended college, had her team there as well to show off their skills.
The love between Kristina and Ben is evident to anyone who encounters them, and we were honored to capture all the memories from their fall wedding. Journey downtown with us today through these images. We are wishing a huge congratulations, again, to Mr. and Mrs. Patton.
The Mill and Mine | Absolute Wedding Perfection | Echelon Florist | Bradford Catered Events | Sammy Scott of Ogle Entertainment | Roses and Lace Makeup Artistry | Ethan Brewer of Hairpeace | Dustin Keele | Event Rentals by Rothchild | Nate Betts
Mill and Mine Wedding - Sarah Beth + Matt
I remember meeting these two at Technology Student Association conferences when I was a club sponsor and high school teacher in what I now refer to as my previous life. Matt was volunteering as a former TSA member, and I noticed immediately how friendly and outgoing he was. His counterpart, Sarah Beth, was a high school student and committed member to the organization as well; she's always been the sweetest most caring individual, and I was instantly impressed by her personable nature. Little did any of us know that years later, Sarah Beth and Matt would be walking down the aisle of their home church together and celebrating their union at an awesome downtown Knoxville venue with 400 of their closest friends and family.
Wallace Memorial Baptist Church was the obvious choice for this couple's nuptials as Matt is a Student Ministry Director there, and Sarah Beth's dad serves as an administrator for the church. The ceremony site was so meaningful to the couple, and that just made this traditional sharing of vows even more special for all involved. Their reception took place at the super modern Mill and Mine in the heart of downtown Knoxville. This industrial venue provided getting ready spots for the two, and the expansive event space was perfect for a large wedding such as Sarah Beth and Matt's.
Three very special first looks were part of this couple's big day-- one with Sarah Beth's dad, another with the bride and bridesmaids, and the final one with Matt. We love an emotional first look, and choosing to do one gives a couple a truly intimate moment together, allowing us to spend more time capturing the reactions and initial interactions of a couple. Matt's first glimpse at Sarah all dolled up in her beautiful gown did not disappoint, and his tearful reaction conveys just how happy and stunned he was to see his bride for the first time and also the pure love he has for Sarah Beth. From dancing at the beginning of the day to choreographed dances at the reception, personal touches like the arbor made by Sarah Beth and her grandfather for the ceremony, and gorgeous shades of blue and crisp white florals, Sarah Beth and Matt's day was nothing short of spectacular. With traits of loyalty, dedication, and fun loving spirits, these two are destined for a marriage full of happiness and love. Join us in wishing these two lovebirds a huge congratulations, again, and take a trip downtown with us today through these images.
Reception: Mill & Mine | Ceremony: Wallace Memorial Baptist Church | Dress shop: White Lace & Promises | Bridesmaid dresses: Azazie | Hair: Styles Etc | Makeup: Samantha Lambert | DJs: Ogle Entertainment | Video: Nate | Catering: The Original Louis' | Rentals: Campbell's Tent and Party Rentals | Dessert: Roberto's Italian Ice | Floral: Lisa Foster Floral Design | Second shooter: Erin Morrison Photography | Coordinator: Micki Duncan | Bridesmaid shirts and hats: Sew Happy TN | Film lab: The Find Lab
