Weekend Update || And that's a wrap for my 2016 Wedding Season!

Guys. This weekend wrapped up my 2016 Wedding Season! My 12th wedding in a row through the Fall weekends, and wedding #25 for 2016! I am so thankful I had a cut off at 25 this year, it really helped me ensure each of my brides got the full wedding experience and my full attention!  This weekend was so much fun and the epitome of balance between family and work balance! I was so thankful to be able to join Emmie and her class for a "play date at the park" on Saturday morning, and spend Sunday with my family talking about our dreams and the future! 

Saturday's wedding was so gorgeous! The temps last week ranged from 86 degrees and dropped down to the 40s over the weekend! We've been waiting for these Fall temps all year, so having them for my last wedding was amazing! We bundled up and enjoyed the day at The Craddock Terry Hotel & Event Center! This couple was so sweet, had such a special no-peek moment before the wedding, cried through their vows, and the reception dances! So basically, this couple made ME cry all day!! 

I cannot wait to share more from their big day this week!!! 


Craddock Terry Wedding in Downtown Lynchburg, Virginia || Central VA Wedding Photographer || Fall Wedding in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Ashley Eiban is a wedding & portrait photographer based in Central Virginia. Serving couples in Lynchburg, Charlottesville, Farmville, Bedford, Richmond, Roanoke, and surrounding areas.  Available for travel world-wide.  Currently booking a limited number of weddings for 2017! Contact us today for additional information! 

Historic Riverview on the James Wedding ||

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The rain was pouring, the winds blowing, and the river flooding the ceremony location.  Nothing was as it was originally planned, but that wasn't going to hinder Austin & Caitlin from celebrating with their friends and family.  Austin & Caitlin said their vows while their guests huddled together for a short and sweet ceremony while the rain fell.  Then everyone headed over to the tent and danced the night away with their amazing band, the Jangling Reinharts! 

While their day wasn't what they initially thought, it truly was one of the most fun wedding days I've been a part of.  Everyone was so thrilled to be there with them, to be celebrating, and to be warm and dry under the big tent! It truly was a beautiful & special day, wedding dresses with rainbows, mimosas and laughs with friends, surrounded by intimate moments under the umbrellas.  

 

Thank you to the awesome vendors that braved the weather and made this wedding so AMAZING!! 

Hair and Makeup: Avenue 42 from Richmond, Virginia 

Flowers: Irvington Spring Farms in Lynchburg, Virginia 

Venue: Historic Riverview on the James in Madison Heights, VA

Coordinator: Sarah Proctor from Lynchburg, Virginia 

Officiant: Randy Hillman from Winston-Salem, NC

Ceremony Music: Peter Richardson from Charlottesville, Virginia

Bridal Gown: Designer Sally Eagle, purchased at Schone Bridal in Brooklyn, NY

Bridesmaids Dresses: LuLu's

Caterer: Red Hub Food Co. from Charlottesville, Virginia

Band: The Jangling Reinharts from Richmond, Virginia 

Cake: Magnolia Foods in Lynchburg, Virginia 


Historic Riverview on the James Wedding || Rainy Wedding Day in Central Virginia || www.ashleyeiban.com

Ashley Eiban is a wedding and portrait photographer based in Central Virginia. Serving Charlottesville, Lynchburg, Madison Heights, Forest, Danville, Richmond, Roanoke, Farmville, and surrounding areas.  Available for travel world-wide. Ashley is a firm believer is charing your dreams and doing what you love. Because of this, she has been serving couples for over five years.  Ashley is incredibly thankful for each and every client and considers it a privilege to cultivate genuine relationships built on mutual understanding, trust, and lasting friendship to create memories you will cherish forever.  Currently booking a limited number of weddings and portrait sessions for 2016 and 2017.  Contact us today for additional information.  

 

Blue Ridge Mountain Wedding || Lynchburg, Virginia Wedding Photographer

When I dream of a gorgeous backyard wedding, THIS is exactly what I dream of! A backyard on a mountaintop, overlooking the entire city of Lynchburg, surrounded by gorgeous greenery, friends and family! Such a beautiful day from start to finish! Barrett & Isabelle's wedding was gorgeous! They got married at their childhood home nestled in Lynchburg, Virginia with THE most amazing views of the city that you've ever seen! 

One of the things that Isabelle loves most about Barrett is that he can always make her laugh- and goodness could you tell on their wedding day.  They were both so happy and carefree, it was such a blast! 

Thanks so all the amazing vendors that helped so much with this gorgeous wedding! 

Hair: Carol at Classic Hair & Tan in Lynchburg, Virginia 

Florist: Meg Laughon 

Venue: Basten family home

Bridal Gown: Celebration Bridal in Lynchburg, Virginia 

Bridesmaids Dresses: Celebration Bridal

Band: Dragonfly in Central Virginia

Catering: Avenue Foods in Lynchburg, Virginia

Cake: Kissed Cupcakes

 


Charlottesville Wedding Photographer || Ashley Eiban Photography || www.ashleyeiban.com

Ashley Eiban is a wedding and portrait photographer based in Central Virginia.  Serving Lynchburg, Charlottesville, Richmond, Roanoke, Farmville, Winchester, Hampton Roads, and surrounding areas.  Available for travel world wide.  

Ashley is passionate about serving her couples, creating genuine relationships built on mutual understanding, trust and lasting friendship.  Currently booking a limited number of weddings and portraits for 2016 and 2017.  Contact us today for additional information! 

A weekend update || Lynchburg, Virginia Photographer

Happy October!! Tis the season- for layers, and open windows, and fall photo sessions! It's no secret that I love summertime and the sunshine, but by the end of September, I can't wait to wrap up in a soft, cozy blanket and photograph that gorgeous glowy light that Fall brings with it! This weekend did not disappoint- the weather was seriously fantastic, the rain held off, and I photographed a gorgeous mountain top wedding and was finally able to meet baby Logan after photographing the Wall family's maternity photos a few short months ago! 

Barrett & Isabelle had a gorgeous, backyard wedding at her family's home in Lynchburg.  These two had us laughing all night! Everything was perfect for their big day- it was so fun celebrating with them! 

On Sunday, it was such an honor to be invited into Mike & Meghan's home to document their sweet little family! I loved photographing their maternity session, and to be invited back again now that little guy is here! So much fun!! 

Can't wait to share more this week!! Hooray! 


Lynchburg Family Photographer || Ashley Eiban Photography || www.ashleyeiban.com

Ashley Eiban is a wedding and portrait photographer based in Central Virginia.  Serving Lynchburg, Charlottesville, Farmville, Richmond, Roanoke, and surrounding areas.  Available for travel world-wide.  

Currently booking a limited number of weddings and portrait sessions for 2016 and 2017.  Contact me today for additional information! 

Columbia, Virginia Backyard Wedding || Central VA Wedding Photographer

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I love when the venue holds a special place in the bride and grooms heart- and Hunter & Robyn's wedding was the sweetest! They got married at Hunter's childhood home- in the backyard, with the pond he fished in growing up as the back drop for their ceremony! Michael and I got there early to explore the property a bit- and I'm so glad we did! It was the perfect location and we loved getting to explore and hear stories about him growing up.  

I loved all of Robyn's details- seriously I love starting out a wedding day capturing the special details a bride picks out for her big day! And Robyn's 'Hunter boots' were so unexpected- but seriously SO adorable under her gorgeous dress! She made such a stunning bride and their first look was just the sweetest!! Totally had me tearing up as I was capturing their moments!! 

Their first look was so so so sweet!! I love when couples choose to take a few moments to spend some time together, by themselves on the wedding day like this! 

 A big thank you to the wonderful vendors that made this wedding so awesome!! 

Venue: Family's Private Home

Hair and Makeup: Charlottesville Makeup Artist, Anne Kibler

Florist: Cville Blooms

Invitations: By Invite Only

Bridal Dress: Bella Rose

Bridesmaid Dress: Anthropology

Groom & Groomsman: Hugo Boss

Catering: Sharper Plate

Dj: Coria RVA

Cake: Ukrops Bakery


Charlottesville Wedding Photographer || Central VA Wedding Photographer || Ashley Eiban Photography || www.ashleyeiban.com

Ashley Eiban is a wedding and portrait photographer based in Central Virginia.  Serving Columbia, Farmville, Richmond, Roanoke, Lynchburg, Charlottesville, and surrounding areas.  Available for travel world-wide.  Currently booking a limited number of weddings and portraits for 2016 and 2017.  Contact me today for additional information!