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Modern Art Museum | Charlotte Wedding Photographer

May 10, 2023

Jillian and Zach’s modern art museum wedding was in October. They got married at the Mint Museum Uptown, which is one of my favorite Charlotte venues. We had the opportunity to get some incredible portraits at the museum, and then their ceremony was on the rooftop! 

The day started off with the couple getting ready separately at the venue. They wanted to go for a “moody, modern romance” vibe (Jill’s own words!) and used a jewel-toned color palette. Bridesmaids were decked out in emerald green velvet dresses, and the groomsmen looked sharp in black tuxedos with emerald green bow ties. Once they were ready, I was able to get some really great detail shots (which are my JAM!) around the museum. There is some spectacular architecture and, of course, stunning art installations that are perfect for detail photos. 

Jillian and Zach chose to do a first look just outside a gallery. I LOVE the shots we got of them with art pieces all around. Afterward, they exchanged private vows. This was a really unique and personal part of their day. They took some time together, just the two of them, and read each other their handwritten vows on the rooftop before their ceremony. This was such a tender and sweet moment in the day, and I love how they made space for just them. 

 The rooftop ceremony overlooked the city and fit the moody, modern romance vibe perfectly! They wed in front of a simple gold arch decorated in their jewel-toned florals. Candles and even more gorgeous flowers lined the aisle. Immediately following the ceremony, we headed off for portraits. The city is an especially good place for photos because you don’t have to walk far to get a completely different look, and that’s just what we did for Jillian and Zach. The surrounding neighborhood gave us plenty of incredible locations for portraits. 

It was finally time to party and celebrate the couple! Their reception was filled with SO much dancing and incredible food. The guests were such a fun bunch and were down to celebrate! The drinks were flowing, the food was great, and the dance floor was open! They shared traditional dances with their parents and their first dance as a married couple before guests joined them to dance away the rest of the night. 

I had a great time at Jill and Zach’s modern art museum wedding, and I was so excited to be able to shoot again at one of my favorite venues in North Carolina. I would love to help you capture your moments as you celebrate. If you’re looking for a wedding photographer, I would love to connect and get you on the books!  

gown hangs from railing near glass installation at modern art museum ceremony
bride and bridesmaids get ready together by Charlotte wedding photographer
bride puts on gown and fixes hair by The Hazel Club
groom gets ready at modern art museum
bride and groom stand before being wed showing off attire by Charlotte wedding photographer
man and woman have first look on balcony overlooking art by The Hazel Club
couple shares personal vows at modern art museum
bride and groom read vows to each other by Charlotte wedding photographer
man and woman stand together in front of bright tapestry installation by The Hazel Club
couple exchanges vows at modern art museum
bride and groom hold hands and look at each other at the altar by Charlotte wedding photographer
man and woman walk down aisle smiling at each other by The Hazel Club
couple walks together in wooden stairwell at modern art museum
bride and groom hold hands on steps of museum by Charlotte wedding photographer
man and woman stand on balcony overlooking city buildings by The Hazel Club
couple stands on rooftop overlooking city at modern art museum
bridesmaids hold bride's dress on steps outside building by Charlotte wedding photographer
groomsmen stand together with groom on steps and in front of art by The Hazel Club
bridal party throws hands in the air on steps of modern art museum
groom dips bride and kisses her in an elevator by Charlotte wedding photographer
man and woman walk on brick sidewalk lined with trees by The Hazel Club
reception cake, drink, and table details at modern art museum
bride and groom dance and kiss at reception
guests dance and toast at reception party by The Hazel Club
couple walks down stairs with hands in air as guests cheer at modern art museum

Vendors

Venue – Mint Museum Uptown, Charlotte, NC

Event Planner – Magnificent Moments

DJ – Split Second Sound 

Florist – Narcisse Greenway Design

Rings – QC Custom Jewelers

Dress – Bluebird Bridal

Dress Designer – Kenneth Winston

Caterer – Best Impressions Caterer

Rentals – Creative Solutions Special Events

Tux – Michael Kors

finally- not an official vendor, but I wouldn’t make it through long wedding days without my Cole Haan sneakers. and I have to shoutout an article I just contributed to about some bucket list things to do/see in Charlotte- perfect for sharing with visiting out of town guests! you can see that article here.

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