People often ask, “What makes McAlister-Leftwich special?” And y’all, there’s a list a mile long about what makes this space so special. But, one of our favorite answers is the Bridal Suite. On site, spacious, BEAUTIFUL, and there’s a room dedicated to timeless photos? Yes, please.  This space has been a project of love. Cheryl […]

In October of 2018, just a few months after we closed and before we started renovations, we put together a mini bridal shoot for marketing images for the venue. And I have to say, these are some of our favorite photos – even a year later! This was the first time we ever saw a bride […]

Written by Hillary Muelleck, Wedding Film Photographer in North Carolina   Ever wonder how couples get all those beautiful detail photos of their wedding invitation, rings, shoes, etc.? Well let me tell ya, this is something that prepped way in advance before the wedding day. The secret is a… Bridal Bag! This bag contains all your […]

We’re beginning the week on a beautiful note! This stunning boudoir session is filled to the brim with both inspiration and flowers – what’s not to love!? We were so honored when Melissa Blythe reached out and shared her vision for this shoot. Her team drug a mattress up into the Bridal Suite (yep, those […]

We always get so excited when people want to use McAlister-Leftwich House for their bridal portraits! Why? Because we believe they are a special and precious time in the planning process for the bride. It is a chance to see your whole look put together for, what is most likely, the first time. This is […]

While renovations only took us about 6 months it felt like forever! Probably because we were so excited to get the place decorated and open it up for people to enjoy. One of the projects we had the most fun with was decorating the Bridal Suite! The McAlister House was moved about 20 years ago […]

We love hosting bridal portraits! We’ve had the opportunity to host numerous brides and each time is so exciting. We love the joy that radiates from a bride who sees herself as a bride for the first time. It’s magical! Kristen was absolutely stunning with a gorgeous bouquet created by Abba Design and photography by Liz Grogan. […]