Tara & Ryan ~ November Wedding

It is during the Fall season at Hawkesdene and throughout the mountains of Western North Carolina when the treetops change color from summer green to deep browns, reds, yellows and shades in between. Visitors from all around flock to these mountains…

Kristy & Nick ~ March Wedding

We never know where our inspiration will come from for our Hawkesdene Opus Newsletter, but when we saw Kristy's pale pink chiffon and lace dress we knew it was the picture of spring! The perfect color to match with the blooms on the trees and…

Anna & Jason ~ December Wedding

As lovers of color ourselves, we thought this wedding really took color coordination to a memorable level. The hues perfectly complimented the colors of the scenic views around them. And Vesic Photography was quite the savvy choice to deliver…

Alexis & Jared ~ October Wedding

For our Fall edition of Hawkesdene Opus we already  knew we would feature Alexis & Jared. They brought many cool elements to their 'spooky season' October wedding. Beginning with Alexis' gorgeous black gown, partnered with highlights of…

Monica & Matthew ~ June Wedding

When we received Monica & Matthew's gallery we knew right away we had to share it on our Hawkesdene Opus blog & newsletter. While most weddings are wonderful and memorable in familiar ways, with themes based on bright, bold colors, this…

Emily & Andrew ~ May Wedding

Our featured wedding for Spring is perfect for the season ~ full of pastel flowers, pale pink gowns, and lovely smiles all around! Emily and Andrew personify joy with their infectious laughter and unforgettable passion for each other, their…

Sanita & Narcis ~ February Wedding

It's February and we’re highlighting the wonderful winter wedding of adorable Sanita and her handsome husband, Narcis. It was last year, at this very time, that they exchanged vows with family & friends in attendance. The Hawkesdene estate…

Lauren & Jake ~ September Wedding

This past September Hawkesdene was transformed into the Scotch-Irish Highlands for Lauren & Jake's fall wedding celebration. Despite some rain, it was a beautiful affair of music, dancing, love and authentic clothing & wedding rituals.…

Emery & Brian ~ August Wedding

Aaahhh, summertime weddings ~ the season of love in the lush green mountains of Western North Carolina has begun! And in the case of our featured wedding couple, Emery & Brian, much love was shown in the form of, well, books! Yes, this loving…

Give the Gift of Books!

We fell in love with this idea Emery and Brian had for their guests. Not only was it personal, but we loved the green-ness of it. Emery explains how the idea came to be. One day, about three weeks before the wedding, we were in Greenville,…