married :: gina+matthew :: winston-salem wedding photographer

This past weekend, I had the honor of photographing Gina and Matthew's beautiful wedding at St. Leo Catholic Church in Winston-Salem. These two are such a fun loving couple and their wedding day was one joyous celebration, filled with lots of smiles and laughter.

I love these special father-daughter moments on a wedding day... there's nothing sweeter.

After the ceremony, we all headed over to Bermuda Run Country Club for one heck of a party...

Matthew+Gina :: Thank you so much for allowing me to share in your celebration! Wishing you decades of love and adventure! xoxo

Ceremony Venue :: St. Leo Catholic Church
Reception Venue :: Bermuda Run Country Club
Cake Artist :: Twin City Hive
Ceremony Musician :: Dr. Alan Hirsh
Hair and Makeup :: Glass Door Salon and Spa
Dresses :: David's Bridal
Men's Attire :: Men's Wearhouse

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anniversary trip to san francisco :: bay area photographer

Coit Tower. Shot with Fuji X100.

If you follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter, you may already know that last month, Josh and I headed to the West Coast to celebrate our five year anniversary. I don't know how it took us so long to take a real vacation - we haven't had more than a long weekend of non-working vacation since 2009 - and it was pure bliss.

Since we'd never been to California and just knew we'd love it, we started planning our trip to San Francisco. We filled our days with beautiful scenery, new adventures, and amazing food. After a 5 a.m. flight across the country, we kicked off our trip with a stroll through Chinatown and a Dim Sum lunch...

San Francisco Chinatown. Shot with Fuji X100.

Dim Sum at Great Eastern Restaurant via Instagram.

Shot with Fuji X100.

Shot with Fuji X100.

On our second day in SF, we took the ferry to Alcatraz. We're not usually ones for tours and such, but this one was incredibly fascinating.

Alcatraz. Shot with Fuji X100.

Alcatraz via Instagram.

Alcatraz. Shot with Fuji X100.

... and it had some of the most beautiful views of the city.

View of San Francisco from Alcatraz. Shot with Fuji X100. Processed with VSCO.

Pier 39. Shot with Fuji X100. Processed with VSCO.

Bourbon and Branch via Instagram.

Coit Tower and Haight-Ashbury. Shot with Fuji X100. Processed with VSCO.

Of course, one of my main goals was to see Rainbow Row from Alamo Park and pay homage to the beloved Tanner family... if this scene isn't forever and fondly engrained in your memory, we might not be friends anymore...

Rainbow Row from the opening credits of Full House. Shot with Fuji X100.

Mural. Shot with Fuji X100.

The Japanese Tea Gardens in Golden Gate Park were absolutely lovely. So serene and a nice break from the energetic pace of the city.

Japanese Tea Gardens in Golden Gate Park. Shot with Fuji X100.

After spending a couple of days getting acquainted with the city, we rented a car via Getaround and headed up the Pacific Coast Highway to Point Reyes. I've never seen such a stunning ocean view in my life. California - I love you.

Pacific Coast Highway. Shot with Fuji X100.

Barbecued Tomales Bay oysters at the Marshall Store via Instagram.

After a cheese tasting at Cowgirl Creamery and some oysters straight from Tomales Bay at the Marshall Store, we drove through cattle country to get this quaint little lighthouse.

Point Reyes Lighthouse. Shot with Fuji X100.

Lighthouse at Point Reyes National Seashore. Shot with Fuji X100.

Shot with Fuji X100.

Thanks to the advice of one of our Uber drivers earlier in the week, we skipped Muir Woods, and instead hiked a bit of the less busy Steep Ravine Trial in Mount Tamalpais to see some of the giant redwoods...

Steep Ravine Trail. Shot with Fuji X100.

... and finished a full day with an amazing sushi dinner in Sausalito.

Sausalito. Shot with Fuji X100.

View from the top of Lombard Street. Shot with Fuji X100.

In case you haven't caught on, as with any of our vacations, food was a VERY important part of this trip, and Chile Pies & Ice Cream did not disappoint...

Lemon Buttermilk Pie and Green Chile Apple Pie Milkshake at Chile Pies & Ice Cream. Via Instagram.

The Golden Gate Bridge. Shot with Fuji X100.

Needless to say, we LOVED our vacation and are already ready to plan our next trip. Follow all of our adventures on Instagram! 

Ferry Building and Cable Car. Via Instagram.

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part two :: inspiration shoot giveaway :: high point wedding photographer

Yesterday, we announced our inspiration shoot feature on Every Last Detail and launched part one of our incredible inspiration shoot sweepstakes, which will run through June 10th with 10 prizes at a total value of more than $500! Be sure to visit this link, leave a comment, and enter for your chance to win one of the gorgeous items we're giving away.

Today, we're thrilled to announce part two of the giveaway featuring Calligraphy by Carole, Ashley Elise Designs, Cake & All Things Yummy, Kerri Leigh Weddings + Events, Bellissima of Salisbury, Grand Rental Station, and us, Glessner Photography. This one includes over $800 in prizes from our local North Carolina contributors, so it's perfect if you live in or are getting married in our great state! Just check out the prizes, leave a comment with the top three you'd like to win, and complete your entry using the box below. Don't forget - you can enter both giveaways!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Additional terms:

• Complimentary Engagement or Romance Session with Glessner Photography: Up to 90 minutes. Includes edited collection of resulting digital images. Does not include print products. May be a dating, engaged, or married couple. Must take place Monday through Thursday, and subject to photographer's availability. Session must be redeemed by September 14, 2014. Travel expenses may be incurred for sessions taking place more than 30 miles from High Point, NC. 

• $200 Gift Certificate toward Bridal Gown Purchase at Bellissima of Salisbury: Expires December 13, 2014. Excludes sample sales.

• $100 Gift Certificate toward Wedding Stationery Suite Design by Ashley Elise Designs: Expires December 13, 2014. Design only - does not include printing or materials.