Anne Elliot + Matt

Elegant Golf Course Wedding

A Southern Black-Tie Celebration at Duck Woods Country Club

Outer Banks Wedding Photographer for Classic, Refined Celebrations

Anne Elliot and Matt’s wedding at Duck Woods Country Club was the very definition of timeless Southern elegance — a black-tie affair infused with family, tradition, and impeccable design.

Set on one of the most beautiful golf courses on the Outer Banks, their wedding day unfolded beneath clear blue skies on a warm summer afternoon. From the moment guests arrived, it was clear that this celebration had been thoughtfully curated with love, legacy, and style at its heart.

Anne Elliot wore an elegant gown paired with a cathedral-length veil, and Matt looked classic and polished in a tailored black tuxedo. As a couple, they radiated effortless sophistication — truly one of the most striking pairs I’ve ever had the pleasure of photographing.

The ceremony was surrounded by sweeping greens, and later, we captured golden hour portraits across the course — glowing sunset photos that highlighted not only the couple’s connection but also the warm beauty of the landscape. The light was soft, golden, and southern in every sense of the word.

With a huge wedding party, the day was full of energy and celebration — yet it always returned to intentional moments shared with loved ones.

Inside the ballroom at Duck Woods Country Club, guests were welcomed into a space that exuded warmth and elevated design. The tables were set with scalloped plates and custom scalloped napkins, each monogrammed with the couple’s initials — a subtle yet stunning nod to personalization.

Candles with glass chimneys flickered softly among arrangements of white tulips and dainty blue florals, creating an atmosphere that felt both refined and inviting. Every detail was designed with intention — from the soft textures to the floral palette that mirrored the season.

As an Outer Banks wedding photographer who specializes in documenting formal, East Coast weddings, I’m always drawn to events where tradition and beauty intertwine. Anne Elliot and Matt’s celebration was more than just a wedding — it was a heartfelt gathering of family, legacy, and enduring love.

If you’re planning a classic black-tie wedding in the South and value thoughtful design, timeless photography, and meaningful celebration, I’d be honored to be part of your day.

Christine + Corey

A Candlelit Black-Tie Wedding

The Black Stallion | Corolla, NC

Outer Banks Wedding Photographer for Elegant East Coast Celebrations

Winter weddings on the Outer Banks have a quiet magic of their own — especially when they’re designed with this level of romance and sophistication. This black-tie wedding at The Black Stallion event home in Corolla, North Carolina, was a stunning reminder that elegance doesn’t need to be extravagant in scale — just deeply intentional.

Set in the heart of Corolla, the couple hosted an intimate celebration that embraced the season with warmth, glow, and just the right amount of grandeur. The entire event felt like a private, candlelit retreat — effortlessly chic, deeply personal, and perfectly in tune with the coastal winter landscape.

The reception space at The Black Stallion was transformed into something out of a dream. Over 1,500 lit candles lined the tables, mantels, staircases, and ledges — casting a soft golden glow over every inch of the venue. The result? A setting that felt enchanted, intimate, and undeniably elevated.

Christine & Corey chose a black-tie dress code, which brought a refined formality to the otherwise relaxed setting of a private estate. Guests arrived in elegant eveningwear, welcomed into a space that balanced warmth and luxury with quiet sophistication. Every detail felt curated to match the tone — from the lighting to the textures to the organic flow of the evening.

Though the guest list was intentionally small, the experience was anything but simple. Each moment was designed to make guests feel immersed in something special — a celebration that honored tradition while embracing the intimacy that comes with a winter gathering.

As an Outer Banks wedding photographer with a deep love for intentional, high-touch East Coast weddings, these are the stories we’re most drawn to. The quiet ones, the glowing ones, the ones that unfold slowly and beautifully — where the style is refined, the setting is layered with meaning, and the experience is centered on connection.

Planning a winter wedding in Corolla or along the Outer Banks? Whether your vision is grand or intimately scaled, we offer a guided, luxury photography experience that brings clarity, elegance, and confidence to every step of your day.