Ali + JB's Blue Ridge Mountain Wedding at Grandfather Golf and Country Club | Boone NC Photographer

“Where could it be?!” Ali wondered. “When were you last wearing it?!” one of the bridesmaids questioned as we attempted to solve this conundrum.

We were all perplexed as we retraced her steps to the ceremony site. Somewhere along the way Ali’s veil blew off and it was nowhere to be found.

Since we were so clueless, I ended up looking back through the wedding pictures to see when I photographed her wearing it last. I confirmed that she had it on while making her way to the altar but it disappeared before she walked down the aisle.

The mystery of the lost veil didn't last long, though, because once we got to the reception location it was waiting for her. Surprisingly, that was the only mishap that was experienced the entire day!

Everything was in sync and on-time for the most part which almost never happens on a wedding day, but Ali and JB had lots of folks taking care of them to ensure there was nothing to worry about.

A lot of family & friends came together to celebrate the union of Ali and JB. Many of them pitched in to help make things run smoothly!

I knew that family is extremely important to this couple and that they were expecting a big bunch, 250+ guests, in fact. It was incredible to witness the love this tight-knit crowd felt for the couple.

They chose to have a destination wedding here in the blue ridge mountains because they both grew up spending a lot of time here.

Ali & JB both love the mountains and have been visiting the Grandfather Golf and Country Club since they were kids.

If you happened to read their engagement story, you’ll discover that they bonded over their affinity for this high country haven, and it’s also where JB proposed to Ali last October.

Click here to read the story behind their engagement photo adventure. 

I found this scenic little nook a short distance from the house they rented. It was such a pretty spot for Ali's bridal portraits prior to the ceremony. She looked like a doll in her lacey wedding dress.

Her beautiful all white bouquet of roses was created by the talented Desi's Floral and Design Studio.

Their heartfelt ceremony took place just a few days before summer was officially over. It might have poured the night before but the skies were blue and the sun was shining for their wedding day!

The temperature was a perfect mix of summer and fall, you couldn't have asked for better weather for a high country wedding!

I think someone was excited to be walking down the aisle!

I was getting emotional because it was so sweet to watch him tear up as he give his little girl away.

Grandfather Mountain made for a stunning backdrop for their wedding day! Don't you think?

The arbor was decorated and delivered by Shady Grove Gardens & Nursery.

CONGRATULATIONS to Ali & JB! You’re MARRIED! YAYAYAYAYAYAYAY! I wish you two newlyweds epic adventures in life and love, and I hope that your marriage will only grow stronger as continue this journey together!

Thank you so much for choosing me (and my sidekick—Cody) to capture your high country wedding, it was so much fun being a part of your big day!

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Hi! My name is Jessica a.k.a. Wayfaring Wanderer and I reside in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains here in Boone, NC. I'm a free-spirited wedding, engagement, and lifestyle photographer who loves working with couples, families, and individuals who are committed to travel, adventure, and laid-back lifestyles. If you think we might be kindreds, I invite you to join the WW tribe by signing up [ HERE ] for weekly updates & get connected to the [ WW Facebook page ] to join the conversation! | Website www.wayfaringwanderer.com

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» Ceremony & Reception | Grandfather Golf & Country Club
» Floral Designer | Desi's Floral & Design Studio
» Catering & Cake | Grandfather Golf & Country Club
» Ceremony Arbor | Shady Grove Gardens & Nursery

» Band | ATL Groove Factory

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Ali + JB's Engagement Adventure at Grandfather Golf & Country Club | Boone NC Photographer

“Hold on now! We wouldn't want you to fall off the golf cart!”, Ali hollered.

Meanwhile, I have a death-grip with my left hand on the cameras and my right was white knuckling it on the—pardon my French—“oh shit!” bar (that’s what it’s called, right?! hahaha) while he whizzed us around the course!

JB was obviously very familiar with the terrain and seemed to know this course like the back of his hand. I wasn't really scared, I knew I was in good hands. I’m just being dramatic for effect. Did it work?

The three of us got cozy right away and sandwiched three-deep on the bench seat of the club car before we set off on our adventure around the golf course for their engagement pictures.

Ali knew she wanted to have their engagement photos made at the Grandfather Golf and Country Club from the very beginning because her and JB both love this beautiful place and have spent a lot of time here together during their four years of dating.

After all, it’s also how they started their relationship, bonding at a ball game over how much they both love the GGCC. It’s one of their favorite places.

We attempted to schedule their engagement photography session back in February during the wintertime because she wanted snow photos but we didn't get any the weekend they came up so we decided to wait since the landscape look so drab. 

The two lovebirds live in Charlotte but come to visit JB’s parents’ mountain house every opportunity they get. The end of the summer was the earliest that we could all get together because of wedding planning craziness, theirs and mine, but I’m so glad I was able to meet Ali and JB before their wedding day.

JB and Ali got engaged in late October of last year on a gorgeous fall day decorated with vibrant colors of autumn and a sprinkling of snow on the ground.

 

He asked her to go for a walk on the fairway of the first hole. She stopped to snap a picture, JB took a knee, and when she turned around he asked her to marry him.

I don’t think there was any doubt in JB’s mind as to whether or not the answer would be “YES!” because Ali had no qualms about letting it be known that she was ready to take things to the next level.


What made this spot even more special was the fact that it was the place where Ali and JB shared their first kiss! Seriously, how romantic is that?! Nice job, JB!

We gallivanted around the golf course and visited different holes based on what had a view of the mountains and the most significance to them as couple and what looked cool! It's a gorgeous golf course, I had no idea how pretty it was back there. 

They are both BIG sports fans and enjoy going to and watching games together, but Ali doesn't play golf like JB does.

In fact, she has no desire to learn and he doesn't have any plans to teach her, which I thought was funny, but couples don’t have to do everything together!

Ali and I were on weather watch that day because clouds were looming and the forecast was calling for rain. But this is Boone so things can change in an instant, so we stayed hopeful and had a back-up plan just in case!

Thankfully, the storm held off and the sun shined brightly for a bit before the clouds quickly rolled in at the very end of our engagement session.

It got dark really fast so we made our way back to the clubhouse as quickly as we could to get some shots on the bridge before the sun set completely.

I really loved Ali’s white Lily Pulitzer dress. She looked adorable in the delicate lace and floral motif paired with her gold peep toe wedges that are also her wedding shoes.

The accessories that she added to the ensemble for some pops of color were super cute as well. I thought that her and JB coordinated their outfits nicely. Did you notice his NC Tar Heel belt?

While Ali loves having pictures taken, JB hates them, although he was willing to do it because he loves her, of course. She told me she just wanted one good picture of the two of them and that they've never had professional pictures taken together so she didn't know what to expect but she was extremely excited!

We had a lot of fun on our engagement adventure, but it also gave them a chance to see how I work before their wedding day and also showed JB that having your pictures made is not all that painful when you’re enjoying yourself! He admitted to having fun afterwards! WIN! ;-)

My goal as an engagement photographer is to ensure that having your engagement pictures made is a fun experience for everyone. That's why I like to focus on creating new memories with an adventure that is made just for you!

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Simply send me an email at wayfaringwanderer@gmail.com or message me through my website contact form and I'll get you on the schedule ASAP! Availability is limited, only 10, 8, 5, 3 spaces left for engagement photos in 2014!

Hi! My name is Jessica a.k.a. Wayfaring Wanderer and I reside in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains here in Boone, NC. I'm a free-spirited wedding, engagement, and lifestyle photographer who loves working with couples, families, and individuals who are committed to travel, adventure, and laid-back lifestyles. If you think we might be kindreds, I invite you to join the WW tribe by signing up [ HERE ] for weekly updates & get connected to the [ WW Facebook page ] to join the conversation! | Website www.wayfaringwanderer.com

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