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Welcome to the blog - a place for cinematic wedding and elopement stories, thoughtful planning advice, and location guides inspired by wild landscapes and remarkable moments. Each post is created to help you imagine what’s possible, plan with confidence, and craft a day rooted in meaning .

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Experience the magic of a rainy engagement session on Max Patch Mountain near Asheville. Explore the beauty of mist-covered mountains that makes your day special despite the weather!

A Rainy Mountaintop Engagement Session Near Asheville, North Carolina

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I’m Shelby, the photographer behind the lens and the calm presence guiding you through the day! With nearly a decade of experience, my work centers on intentional storytelling - blending cinematic imagery with a calm, supportive approach to help couples feel grounded and fully present on their day.

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Shelby is an intimate wedding and elopement photographer rooted in the North Georgia and North Carolina mountains and is drawn to the beauty of wild places. She photographs couples with intention and care, creating imagery that feels cinematic, honest, and deeply connected to the landscape.

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