Some of my favorite photos from our spring minis in Raleigh, NC Last June in 2023, I had the pleasure of photographing a large group of families that Oceanaire Realty’s Brandon Yopp worked with to find their perfect

Raleigh Rose Garden Spring Mini Sessions

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If you haven’t heard of Oxbow Estate yet, keep reading because you’re going to want to learn all about it. I think this is going to be one of the more popular venues in North Carolina simply because there is nothing quite like it.

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Planner: Charlotte Fete Venue: 220 North Tryon at Foundation for the Carolinas Floral Collar, Bouquet, and Reception Florals: Narcisse Greenway Design Rentals and Linens: Party Reflections, Old South Vintage Rentals, CE Rentals, BBJ Linen, Southern Vintage Table, Nuage Designs Disco Ball and lighting: Eye Dialogue Caterers: Best Impressions Caterers DJ: Bunn DJ Company/Brandon Alley Invitation […]

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Venue: Wrightsville Manor Planner and Florals: Diving Inspirations Weddings Make Up: The Posh Palette Artistry Hair: Jessica Horsley DJ: Mike of Raise the Roof DJs Dress: Wildflower Bridal Ceremony Music: Dockside Strings

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I’ve been so excited to share this wedding with you for a few reasons. Kelly and Brian are such a sweet couple who’ve been sweethearts for years. They got married amidst some big life changing milestones and they decided to do it in a place that I have been obsessed with for years: Sherrill’s Inn. […]

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This was one of those weddings that you knew was going to be amazing long before everything was put together. Sarah has always had an artistic eye, and Travis is a woodworker, and together they made a wedding day blew me away. They put care and craft into everything. EVERYTHING. With the help of their […]

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This wedding definitely deserves to be shown off. Stephanie and Chris are such sweet and relaxed people – I had so much fun photographing them on top of Craggy. Their vision for their wedding incorporated blue stones and breathtaking, colorful florals, and if was perfect for their fall wedding. Separk as a backdrop is everything, […]

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I typically use this space on my blog to let you know what amazing and hard working vendors helped make the wedding day a great success. It’s a little odd to be typing here to tell you that the only vendor besides me at the wedding was a caterer, and an incredible one at that! […]

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Lydia and Derek’s Mint Museum Randolph wedding is won of my favorites. I’m so excited to share this wedding with you! I visited the Mint Museum at Randolph many times as a child but I’ve never seen it magically turned into a picture perfect wedding venue. I loved bonding over coffee with Lydia before the […]

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This wedding. It has a special place in my heart. Catie and Zach contacted me two weeks before their wedding, and I’m so so glad I was available to be a part of it. They were in search of a storyteller because as actors, they too are storytellers, and beautiful ones at that. They got […]

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You have a beautiful story worth telling. My mission is to tell that story while being a trusted and calming presence. You’ll find me buddying up with grandparents and taking in the little details and moments, all while keeping a watchful eye on you so I don’t miss a thing. I’m here to capture your day as it is and highlight what's most important - Connection. Just be you and get excited to soak in the good stuff, I’ll take care of the rest.

Welcome! I’m Amy Ellis, 

North Carolina
Wedding & Lifestyle Photographer

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It's time to sign up for spring mini session! These 15 minute sessions are perfect for families, couples or you and your doggo. I'm currently offering these sessions in April, may, and june in charlotte, raleigh, and chapel hill. click the link below to see how you can sign up.

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