A Biltmore Estate Engagement Session in Asheville, North Carolina

It was happening—I was finally going to THE BILTMORE in Asheville, North Carolina for engagement photos with my absolutely sweet couple, Jordan and Kevin. WHAT A DREAM!! From the moment Jordan reached out about their 2026 wedding, we instantly clicked, and I just knew this was going to be such a special journey together. As we started planning their engagement session, I could feel the excitement bubbling. I love when couples bring me into their vision early on, and Jordan did just that. She sent over her Pinterest board and, I kid you not, it was almost identical to the one I had shown my husband ten times already (bless him for listening). It was elegant, romantic, full of thoughtful touches—and I was so ready to bring it to life.

Jordan had all the best ideas—champagne, florals, dreamy outfits—and every time she texted me with another idea, I had to stop myself from squealing. I always try to let my couples lead the vision (with a little help from my engagement guide, of course!), but from the beginning, it was clear we were totally in sync. The day of the session, we arrived at the Biltmore on a picture-perfect sunny Sunday, and stepping onto the estate felt like walking into a real-life fairytale. The massive lawn, the peaceful fountain, and that jaw-dropping estate view—it all took my breath away.

We kicked things off at one of my favorite architectural spots: the two-tiered viewpoint to the left of the estate entrance. It's the perfect place for those full-frame shots with the Biltmore standing proudly in the background. From there, we made our way toward the "house" itself and wandered around all the tucked-away corners filled with charm and history. It’s one of those locations where every turn is a photo opportunity. As the sun started heating up, we took a break from the direct light and headed to the shaded gardens. On the way, we passed a koi pond, garden statues, and all the dreamy little details that make this place so magical.

The view from the top of the two-tiered estate viewpoint.

Mid-May was peak bloom season, and the floral garden did not disappoint. It was overflowing with color and texture, the perfect backdrop for Jordan and Kevin’s soft, romantic vibe. As we moved through the session, I got to know them even more—and I can honestly say, they are just the sweetest pair. Kevin is so gentle and thoughtful with Jordan, and the way she lights up around him made every shot feel so genuine. You’d never know they’d never had professional photos taken before—they were total naturals with just a little guidance.

We wrapped up our time together with a champagne toast on the lawn (with full permission from the events team, of course!), and it was the perfect way to end such a beautiful day. We hugged, said our goodbyes, and couldn’t stop talking about how excited we were for their wedding next year. These are the moments that remind me why I love what I do—getting to celebrate real love stories in magical places with the most incredible people.

Jordan and Kevin, thank you from the bottom of my heart for trusting me with your memories and for giving me the dreamiest Biltmore experience. I’m already counting down the days until your wedding, and I feel so honored to be the one documenting your journey. Let’s do it all over again next year (but with even more champagne)!