Franny’s Farm was founded in 2012 by Jeff, Frances, Zach & Blue Tacy. The farm is located in Leicester, North Carolina only 10 miles from downtown Asheville. They are dedicated to family, sustainability, ethical business and offering an organic farm for visitors to celebrate, learn, explore, relax and have a memorable time. Franny’s Farm is at the core an organic, sustainable farm that is home to many animals such as chickens, turkeys, sheep, goats and a donkey. There are vegetable, fruit, flower, bee and pollinator gardens as well as a u-pick blueberry hill. They serve as an event venue and host farm weddings and festivals such as Hemp X & Asheville BARNAROO. The facility is available for public and private events, educational opportunities, and getaways.
Biltmore Estate Weddings
With its stunning natural beauty and long tradition of hospitality, there is perhaps no more perfect place to say “I do” than Biltmore. Our experienced staff is eager to work with you to design the Asheville, NC wedding ceremony of your dreams. - Biltmore
I have been photographing weddings, engagements, proposals, and portraits at the Biltmore for over a decade. It is the crown jewel of Asheville and worth discovering over and over again.
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The Fields of Blackberry Cove
THE FIELDS OF BLACKBERRY COVE
The Fields, on 21 rolling acres, awaits you at the end of Reems Creek Valley. We are minutes from Vance Birth Place, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and downtown Asheville, NC. More Photos
Magnolia Inn, Hot Springs North Carolina
Named a Top 10 North Carolina Historic Venue
By The Knot, Mountain Magnolia Inn is located just 35 miles from Asheville in the North Carolina Mountains. The Inn is an immaculately restored 1868 Victorian estate in a beautiful park-like mountain setting.... Read More
NC Arboretum
Located just outside Asheville on the Blue Ridge Parkway at milepost 393, The North Carolina Arboretum is nestled in the Southern Appalachian mountains--one of the most botanically diverse areas in the world. With more than 65 acres of cultivated gardens and 10 miles of forested hiking and biking trails, the Arboretum shows how plants are important to our world. The Arboretum property and facilities offer excellent lessons in sustainability through green architectural practices, sustainable garden areas, natural products, water conservation and recycling.
The staircase of Castle Ladyhawke
Magnolia Inn, Hot Springs North Carolina
Love at UNC-A Botanical Gardens
Beautiful Wedding at the Farm in Candler, NC
Asheville Weddings at The Farm are so memorable! The Farm has rustic charm, hardwood floors, a huge fireplace and wrap around porches that are designed for use winter and summer. Imagine declaring your wedding vows at sunset in the gazebo, a romantic spot nestled in the trees with the Western North Carolina mountains as a backdrop and our lawns for your guests to enjoy the serenity.
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Castle LadyHawke
The wedding of Lindsey and Tyler took place on August 15th 2015 at the majestic Castle Ladyhawke. The bride and groom were lucky enough to have a perfect day at the castle, with blue skies, mild weather, and gorgeous views into the evening as guests danced the night away with music by A Bride's DJ. Catering by Harrison's of Sylva, NC. Floral design by Ray's Floral, cake by Magda's Cakes, videography by West Mint Media, and hair/makeup by Phas3.
Crest Center Pavilion - Asheville, North Carolina
Hawkesdene House
Hawkesdene is a private mountain estate located in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Nestled in a private cove on 33 acres, the entire estate is available for your perfect destination wedding, family reunion or special group retreat.
With the main house and five cottages, the estate has a total of 23 rooms and can accommodate up to 68 lodging guests in elegant accommodations; and dining is available for up to 125 event guests. Upscale amenities, beautiful landscaping, fabulous gardens and impeccably maintained grounds ensure a memory-making experience.
Botanical Beauty
If you are a photographer in Asheville, at one time or another you have relied on the beauty of the UNC-A Botanical Gardens. Conveniently located in North Asheville, this natural setting provides photographic opportunities at every corner of its public space. The photo above presents itself as a serene off the beaten path location, but in reality, the male subject is actually blocking two kids playing in the creek, while cars buzz by just to the right of the creek.
Sonny's Transformation
Sonny Cell is a screenwriter and actor from Marshall, North Carolina. He has written several scripts for CSI and is hoping to be an extra during their filming in Louisiana. The "dirt" on his face is actually a mixture of coco powder and dust. Five weeks of beard growing and a couple of shots of Cuervo Gold completed the transformation.
Matt and Jamie
Postcards from NYC
Downtown Asheville, Fourth of July with Junior Brown and Joe Lasher Junior
Junior Brown and his invention the Guit-Steel.
Another legendary performance by a guitar wizard!
Joe Lasher Jr
Head shots? Time to get current!
Some of you might prefer the traditional studio version of a head shot and others would rather take it to the outdoors. Whatever your preference might be, I will be happy to assist you in your needs. Ryan Bumgarner Photography is located in the Historic Biltmore Village for your convenience. Call today to set up your photo session!
Angelica
Dean Ween Band
I've been lucky enough to see Ween in Asheville multiple times over the years in different Venues as they grew in popularity. Since their break-up, Claude game to the Emerald Lounge with his group Amandala, and Gene came to the Orange Peel with his band. This past weekend, Dean followed suite and brought The Moist Boys to the Asheville Music Hall. He played classic tunes like Tears for Eddie, With My Own Bare Hands, Gabrielle, and It's Gonna Be a Long Night. It was an absolute honor to see legend such as Dean in such a small setting. Maybe a reunion tour could happen, but if not, I feel blessed to have been able to enjoy their live shows over the years.