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Biltmore Estate Wedding, Asheville, North Carolina: Congratulations Katie and John!

May 29, 2024

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Biltmore estate wedding, Invitations: Dominique Alba 
Bride’s Dress: Ines Di Santo, Alexia’s Bridal Boutique
Bride’s Dress: Ines Di Santo, Alexia’s Bridal Boutique

Preparations began at the private cottage on the Biltmore Estate. Katie had help from her mom, bridesmaids and her flower girl, her adorable dog, Lady, the Cavapoo. It was said more than once during the wedding day that Lady knew that John was the one before Katie knew.

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Bride’s Shoes: Bella Belle
bride pajamas and champange toast
wedding cavapoo
bride getting ready, Biltmore cottage
Florist: Flora Botanical Living, asheville
Biltmore bride, , Jessica Schmitt Photography
biltmore beaded purse
wedding watch

John’s watch was a gift from Katie. “Forever 5.11.24” was custom engraved on the back.

John’s cufflinks, displaying the family crest, were a gift from his mom. The groomsmen’s cufflinks were gifts from John.

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biltmore inn first look
biltmore inn first look
biltmore inn first look
biltmore inn first look
Biltmore inn, wedding photography
Biltmore Estate best wedding photography, Jessica Schmitt Photography
Biltmore Estate wedding photography
Biltmore Estate house wedding photography
Biltmore Estate wedding photography
Biltmore Estate house
Biltmore Estate wedding photography
Biltmore Estate wedding photography, spring

The Biltmore is an amazing place full of history. George Vanderbilt first visited Asheville, North Carolina, in 1888. Captivated by the area’s natural beauty, he ending up purchasing land for his country estate, which became the Biltmore.

There are over thirty acres of gardens surrounding the Biltmore House, all designed by America’s foremost landscape architect, Frederick Law Olmsted. He is also known for designing New York City’s Central Park in 1857 and Washington DC’s United States Capitol Grounds in 1874. The landscape design of the Vanderbilt estate in 1895 was Olmsted’s crowning achievement.

The Biltmore is full of many gorgeous photo opportunities. We made the most of the Lower High Lawn, the Rampe Douce, the Front of the House, the Library Terrace and South Terrace, the Gardens and the Conservatory.

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Biltmore Estate wedding photography, house
Biltmore Estate wedding photography, columns
Biltmore Estate wedding photography with view
Biltmore Estate beautiful wedding photography, Jessica Schmitt Photography
Biltmore Estate beautiful wedding photography
Biltmore Estate beautiful wedding photography, columns, terrace
wedding cavapoo
wedding cavapoo
wedding cavapoo

This wedding was so incredibly special for two reasons: Katie is like a part of our family and shooting at the Biltmore is a photographer’s dream.

Katie was my son’s babysitter in NYC and we became very close. She has come to visit us in Denver and continually quotes some of Ollie’s crazy toddler sayings! Seeing her find her person and have a perfect wedding day was really exciting!

I have been lucky to photograph some destination weddings, but none at quite such a dramatic and gorgeous location. Photographing a wedding at the Biltmore is a highlight of my career. Katie and John, thank you for trusting me with your memories!

Biltmore Estate beautiful wedding photography, vines
Biltmore Estate beautiful wedding photography, vines

Choosing the Biltmore as their wedding venue was an easy decision. The bride shares, “We love Asheville and the Biltmore! John proposed in Asheville and getting married at the Biltmore was a fairytale dream for both of us that became a reality!”

Katie adds, “We had the most perfect day! We were surrounded by so many people who love us, we had the most beautiful venue, the weather was gorgeous, it could not have gone more perfectly. It was truly magical! We want to give a huge thank you to Jessica and Eric. They made everything run so seamlessly and comfortably. And we had so much fun with them! We love you guys!”

Thank you, Katie and John! We love you back!

biltmore grounds
Biltmore conservatory wedding photography
Biltmore conservatory wedding photography

Sam did a great job as the ring bearer! Sam’s dad, Ezer, is in residency with John at UNC and he and his wife were Katie and John’s first friends when they moved to North Carolina.

Biltmore conservatory wedding photography
Biltmore conservatory wedding photography
Biltmore conservatory wedding photography
Biltmore conservatory rose garden wedding photography

The ceremony and reception took place at the Biltmore’s Deerpark Restaurant.

Biltmore, Deerpark, wedding photography
Biltmore, Deerpark, wedding photography, String Trio: Allegro Music
Biltmore, Deerpark, wedding photography
Biltmore, Deerpark, wedding photography
Biltmore, Deerpark, wedding photography
Biltmore, Deerpark, wedding photography
Biltmore, Deerpark, wedding photography

Katie shares, “Our favorite moment was after we said “I do” and walked down the aisle as husband and wife. We had a moment just the two of us in the bridal suite. We were able to take a breath, take it all in and enjoy those first few moments as a married couple!”

Biltmore, Deerpark, wedding photography
Biltmore, Deerpark, wedding photography
Biltmore, Deerpark, wedding photography
Biltmore, Deerpark, wedding photography

Congratulations Katie and John!

Check out their engagement session at Duke Gardens in North Carolina.

Special thanks to the team:
Venue and Catering: The Biltmore 
Coordinator: Tamara Heston, Belle Soiree
DJ: Mitch Fortune, Remix Weddings 
Music, String Trio: Allegro Music
Florist: Flora Botanical Living
Invitations: Dominique Alba 
Seating Chart: Sierra Hollar, Freckles + Ink
Makeup: Blush Asheville 
Hair: Katie Manselle 
Rings: Raleigh Diamond 
Bride’s Dress: Ines Di Santo, Alexia’s Bridal Boutique 
Bride’s Shoes: Bella Belle 
Bridesmaid Dresses: Bella Bridesmaids 
Groom’s Suit: Jos A Banks 
Videographer: Timm Young Films 
Photographer: Jessica Schmitt Photography with Eric Swartz

To Asheville couples: All of the vendors were wonderful, but I had the pleasure of working alongside Tamara of Belle Soiree and Timm Young of Timm Young Films. They were fantastic and I highly, highly recommend them!

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