Wilmington NC wedding photographer // the brooklyn arts center


Becca and Jacob's spring wedding at The Brooklyn Arts Center in downtown Wilmington, NC felt like something out of a dream you didn't know you were holding onto. Downtown Wilmington was just waking up for the season - dogwoods blooming, the river moving slow and sure - and in the middle of it all, they promised forever. The old church-turned-venue held this soft, sacred quiet, like it knew how important the day was. Light poured through the old glass windows, warm and golden, and for a second it felt like time stood still. There was something so gentle about the way they looked at each other, like they were already home.


If you're planning a wedding in Wilmington, NC and dreaming of a romantic, story-driven day full of emotion and timeless charm, The Brooklyn Arts Center is one of the most unforgettable wedding venues in the area. As a Wilmington wedding photographer, I specialize in capturing the quiet in-between moments - the ones you'll come back to for the rest of your life. From downtown Wilmington's historic streets to soft Spring light spilling across your ceremony, I document each part of your day with intention and heart. Whether you're searching for Wilmington, NC wedding photography, Brooklyn Arts Center wedding photographer, or romantic wedding photos in North Carolina, I'd love to help you preserve your story in a way that feels both cinematic and deeply personal.

Wedding invitation with floral design lies on hexagonal tile with coral rose boutonniere and blue fabric accents.
Wedding invitation on gray backdrop with peach-colored roses and geometric tile pattern visible in composition.
Wedding rings displayed on hexagonal blue and grey marbled plate with gold trim.
Makeup artist applying cosmetics on client seated in white chair in bright, modern room with fireplace.
A white wedding dress hangs in front of a glass door with natural light streaming through the sheer curtain.
Woman in white silk pajama set drinking from glass in bright modern bedroom space with hardwood floors.
Group of women in blue dresses smiling and celebrating in a bridal boutique dressing room.
Bridesmaids in dusty blue dresses help button up a white wedding gown with delicate details.
Wedding party members share a joyful moment together wearing coordinated blue and white dresses.
Bridesmaids in dusty blue dresses help secure buttons on a fitted white wedding gown in a bright dressing room.
Someone helping button up the back of an elegant white wedding dress in a getting ready scene.
A group of bridesmaids in blue dresses sharing a joyful moment with the bride in white during wedding preparations.
Wedding party members in blue dresses share a joyful candid moment together during celebration.
A group of women in blue and white dresses looking at a reflection in a bridal dressing room mirror.
A person in a white bathrobe gets ready in front of a mirror while others stand in background of an elegant room.
Bridesmaids in blue dresses help fit wedding shoes while assisting with the bride's elegant white gown.
A candid moment of laughter during wedding preparation in a light-filled room with grey furniture.
Two women in elegant black formal dresses stand in a doorway next to a white staircase.
A tender moment during wedding preparations as final touches are made to the bride's ensemble in a bright room.
A bride in a white off-shoulder wedding gown with balloon sleeves prepares in a dressing room.
Wedding preparation scene with a white bridal gown and a formal black dress in a bright interior space.
A touching moment between two women in formal attire during wedding preparations.
Two people share an intimate embrace during a wedding, one wearing a white gown and the other in navy blue.
An elegant white wedding gown with off-shoulder sleeves and flowing train photographed against a textured wall with ivy.
An elegant bride in a white off-shoulder gown with flowing train poses against a textured wall with ivy.
A bride in an elegant white off-shoulder wedding dress and veil poses in a garden setting.
A flowing white wedding dress with long train and veil photographed in a beautiful garden setting.
Bride in elegant off-shoulder white wedding dress holds pastel bouquet with blue and peach flowers in outdoor garden setting.
Person in off-shoulder white wedding dress holding colorful bouquet in garden with ivy-covered walls.
Wedding party poses under blooming purple flowers on a brick mansion porch with white columns.
Wedding party wearing dusty blue bridesmaid dresses hold floral bouquets while posing together on a porch.
Wedding party wearing coordinated blue bridesmaid dresses pose together on porch steps with floral bouquets.
Bridal party in light blue dresses holding colorful bouquets poses together outdoors.
A bride in a white gown and bridesmaid in blue dress hold pastel floral bouquets outdoors.
Two people pose together on wedding day holding matching bouquets with peach and blue flowers.
Two attendants in wedding attire hold vibrant pastel bouquets in front of rustic wall.
Two attendants in white and blue dresses hold beautiful peach and blue floral bouquets in a garden setting.
A bride and bridesmaid pose together holding vibrant floral bouquets in a garden setting.
A bride in a sleek white gown poses on a white railing walkway surrounded by brick walls and foliage.
A delicate bridal bouquet features peach roses, blue hydrangeas and white flowers against a white wedding dress.
A bride in an elegant white gown holds a colorful bouquet while standing beside a brick wall and white railing.
A romantic bouquet of pink roses, blue wildflowers, and mixed blooms against a brick wall backdrop.
Bridesmaids in light blue dresses share a candid moment of laughter while holding pastel bouquets at an outdoor wedding.
Wedding party wearing blue bridesmaid dresses holding colorful pastel floral bouquets with pink and peach blooms.
A bride in a white dress walks behind two men in formal tuxedos at an outdoor wedding ceremony setup.
Groomsmen in black tuxedos stand in front of white ceremony chairs in an outdoor wedding setting.
A formal wedding party gathers on brick steps of a historic building with guests in black suits and formal attire.
Wedding party gathers around steps of brick building with groomsmen in black tuxedos watching ceremony moment.
A small group gathers outside a brick church during an outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white folding chairs.
A bride in a fitted white wedding dress with flowing veil stands against a historic brick church with gothic arched windows.
A bride in a flowing white wedding dress poses gracefully outside a historic brick church with Gothic windows.
An elegant white wedding gown with flowing veil stands out against rustic brick walls on a sunny day.
A bride in a flowing white wedding dress stands silhouetted against a large arched Gothic window with city buildings visible outside.
A white wedding dress viewed through a stone archway in a historic chapel with wooden floors and arched windows.
A person in a white off-shoulder wedding gown sits elegantly in a room with arched windows and rustic architecture.
An elegant bride in a sleek white gown poses thoughtfully by a window in a historic building with architectural details.
An elegant wedding dress with off-shoulder sleeves and a strapless neckline in a rustic indoor setting.
A bride in a flowing white gown sits by large windows in a historic building with arched features and exposed brick walls.
A bride in a classic white dress with buttons down the back and flowing veil sits on a bench in an elegant room.
Gold calligraphy wedding vows booklets with his and her text and wedding rings displayed against textured background.
Hands pin a peach and white rose boutonniere onto a black tuxedo lapel during a wedding preparation.
A person in a black tuxedo gets their boutonniere pinned by someone wearing navy on an outdoor porch with palm fronds.
An emotional mother-son dance moment captured on a rustic wooden porch with exposed brick backdrop.
A group of groomsmen in black tuxedos pose together against a wooden fence backdrop.
A group of six groomsmen in black tuxedos and bowties standing casually together against a wooden fence.
A group of groomsmen in black tuxedos gather for a candid photo against a rustic wooden fence and trees.
Five groomsmen in black tuxedos walk together down a landscaped outdoor path.
Wedding party members in tuxedos share a candid laughing moment outdoors.
Two well-dressed men in black tuxedos and bow ties stand together outside on a path near trees and buildings.
Two groomsmen in matching black tuxedos with bow ties stand together outdoors on a garden path.
Two men in black tuxedos and bow ties stand together outdoors next to a tree on a garden pathway.
Two individuals in formal black tuxedos and bowties standing together outdoors near trees and a wooden fence.
Two groomsmen in black tuxedos and bow ties stand together outdoors next to a tree during a formal event.
Person in a black tuxedo and bowtie standing outdoors next to a wooden fence with climbing vines.
Groom in classic black tuxedo poses on brick pathway beside white porch railing with flowering trees.
A groom in classic black tuxedo smiles while standing by a brick pillar on a front porch.
Groomsmen in formal black tuxedos pose together on wooden stairs of a rustic brick house with balcony.
Couple standing back to back in an elegant church window setting with gothic arch and sunlight streaming in.
A bride and groom share a private first look moment by a large window in a rustic indoor setting.
A bride in a stunning off-shoulder white gown reads from a card while groom stands behind her in a rustic indoor setting.
A couple at their wedding ceremony reads from a book while standing near a wooden storage bench.
Groom wearing classic black tuxedo with bow tie and boutonniere stands in elegant venue by window.
Two people stand in a rustic indoor venue while one reads from a small book, wearing an elegant white gown.
A bride and groom stand back-to-back in front of a dramatic arched gothic window in an elegant indoor setting.
A loving couple embraces in a romantic moment inside a historic church with elegant arched windows and dark wooden details.
Elegant scene of a formal wedding first look moment by tall windows in an historic church building.
Groom in black tuxedo reading from a small book by a large window.
Wedding first look scene showing a bride in white gown reading a note by sunlit windows.
A wedding couple poses in a historic building with large arched windows and rustic brick walls.
Classic wedding moment captured by large windows as formal attire is worn in historic church setting.
Wedding processional walking down an outdoor aisle with guests seated on white chairs.
Wedding party members in formal attire including navy dresses and black tuxedos walk together during outdoor ceremony.
Wedding party members walking down outdoor aisle at brick venue with white chairs.
Wedding party members walking down outdoor ceremony aisle decorated with floral arrangements.
Wedding processional on brick pathway with attendants in formal attire walking past seated guests.
Wedding party members walking down outdoor aisle lined with white chairs at brick venue.
Two people share an emotional hug during an outdoor wedding ceremony as guests look on in a garden setting.
A wedding processional shows an elegantly dressed couple walking down an outdoor aisle lined with seated guests.
Flower girls in floral dresses walking down aisle carrying baskets at outdoor ceremony.
Young children outdoors in white floral dresses carrying woven baskets during a springtime gathering.
Wedding ceremony entrance at historic brick building with wooden stairs and porch.
A couple descends brick stairs at a charming historic venue with a brick exterior and wooden balcony.
A line of groomsmen in black tuxedos and bow ties stand under a white draped arbor during an outdoor wedding ceremony.
A wedding party walking down an outdoor garden path decorated with white chairs and floral arrangements.
A groom in a black tuxedo stands smiling under white fabric draping at an outdoor ceremony.
Wedding party members walking down an outdoor pathway in front of a Southern-style house.
Wedding guests gather outdoors with white chairs and floral decorations visible in the background.
Wedding party gathered outdoors shares joyful moment with bride holding floral bouquet in natural setting.
A wedding ceremony takes place under a floral arch with white draping fabric and pink flowers.
Outdoor wedding ceremony under white draped arch with floral arrangements and guests seated on white chairs.
Wedding ceremony taking place outdoors under trees with guests seated on white chairs watching couple at floral arch.
Outdoor wedding ceremony with floral arch decorations and white draping.
Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white chairs, floral arrangements and wooden arch.
A beautiful outdoor wedding ceremony with guests seated in white chairs under a blooming tree.
Groomsmen in black tuxedos gathered during outdoor wedding ceremony.
Wedding ceremony under white draped arch with floral decorations in garden setting.
An outdoor wedding ceremony under a floral arch with guests seated on white chairs.
Wedding ceremony moment under flowing white fabric and floral arch outdoors.
Outdoor garden wedding ceremony under a wooden arch adorned with white fabric and pink floral arrangements.
Outdoor wedding ceremony under white draped arch with floral arrangements.
Newlyweds celebrate under floral arch decorated with white fabric during outdoor garden ceremony.
Newlyweds celebrate joyfully under white draped wedding arch decorated with pink and white floral arrangements.
Couple shares first kiss at outdoor wedding ceremony under floral arch with white draping.
Newlyweds walking down aisle beneath floral arch as guests celebrate during outdoor garden ceremony ceremony.
A celebratory wedding ceremony exit with joyful guests seated on white chairs along an outdoor garden aisle.
A romantic outdoor wedding kiss moment surrounded by guests and floral decorations.
Wedding ceremony setup with white chairs and wooden arch decorated with peach and white flowers.
White folding chairs line a garden path leading to a wedding ceremony arch in an outdoor venue with brick walls and trees.
A wedding party stands together for a formal group photo outdoors under a large tree with a wooden fence backdrop.
A formal wedding group photo under a floral arch with white fabric draped across wooden beams at an outdoor venue.
Wedding party poses under floral arch with elegant draping fabric in outdoor garden setting.
Wedding party in light blue bridesmaid dresses and black tuxedos poses together under white arch and trees.
Wedding party celebrates joyfully under autumn trees with bridesmaids in blue dresses and groomsmen in black suits.
Wedding party in blue dresses and black tuxedos strikes fun pose together in garden courtyard.
Wedding couple walks down a garden path with bridesmaids in blue dresses and groomsmen following behind.
Wedding party walks and laughs together on stone path with bridesmaids in blue dresses and groomsmen in black suits.
Wedding party in formal attire posing together outdoors while laughing and embracing with colorful bouquets.
A wedding party in formal attire poses together outdoors, with bridesmaids in blue dresses and groomsmen in black suits.
A bride and groom share an intimate moment outside a historic brick church with gothic windows and bare trees.
A wedding ceremony at a historic brick church with Gothic architecture features elegant floral arrangements in peach and blue.
Couple shares a tender moment on wedding day with colorful peach and blue floral bouquet in garden setting.
Newlywed couple shares intimate moment in garden setting with birch trees and spring floral bouquet.
A bride in a flowing white wedding dress and veil poses on a sidewalk while her groom stands behind her.
Two people in wedding attire having their first formal meeting on a pathway outside with lush garden landscaping.
A romantic moment between newlyweds embracing on a walkway beside a white porch and garden wall.
A carefree couple on their wedding day walking and laughing together on a garden path outside a white building.
A joyful moment captured between a bride in an off-shoulder white gown and groom in classic tuxedo outdoors.
A wedding couple shares a romantic moment on a brick-lined walkway with flowering trees and greenery in the background.
A couple shares a romantic moment on a brick porch with blooming flowers and trailing bridal gown.
A romantic wedding couple shares an intimate moment against a brick wall with flowing veil and formal attire.
A couple shares a romantic moment under a flowing veil against a brick wall with pink flowers nearby.
A tender wedding moment shared under a veil against a brick wall with autumn foliage and white columns in the background.
A dreamy wedding scene with a flowing veil blowing in the wind against a brick wall backdrop.
A romantic wedding moment captured under a delicate white veil with soft lighting.
A portrait with flowing white fabric against a brick wall creates an ethereal and romantic atmosphere in soft lighting.
A happy couple in wedding attire share a joyful moment together on a path outside a house with a white porch.
A romantic wedding portrait of a couple in formal attire posing against an ivy-covered wall outdoors.
A couple in wedding attire standing in front of a grand arched brown wooden door at a brick church entrance.
A romantic wedding couple embraces and kisses in front of a grand brown arched wooden door at a brick church.
A couple in formal wedding attire pose together against a rustic brick wall and brown wooden door.
Wedding couple stands in front of arched wooden door at historic brick church with vintage lanterns and stone accents.
A newly married couple sits on church steps in front of burgundy doors, sharing a joyful moment with wedding flowers.
Newlywed couple in formal wedding attire sit together against rustic brown door for romantic portrait.
Newly married couple sits together on brick church steps with colorful wedding bouquet.
Bride in white gown and groom in tuxedo sitting on church steps with colorful floral bouquet.
A couple shares a romantic moment in front of a large gothic arched window during their winter wedding ceremony.
A romantic couple shares an intimate moment against a grand arched window in an elegant church-like interior setting.
A wedding couple viewed through an arched stone doorway in a historic building interior with a long bridal train.
A couple shares a romantic moment framed by a rustic stone archway in an old historic building with dark moody lighting.
A newlywed couple sits together by a window in a historic church venue with gothic architecture and natural lighting.
A romantic wedding scene with a couple in formal attire posing by an arched church window.
Newlyweds pose by a gothic window in historic venue with bride in white gown holding coral bouquet and groom in tuxedo.
Elegant wedding reception table setting with tall glass candle holders and floral centerpieces on light blue tablecloth with table number 8.
Light-filled historic church venue with elegant arched windows and blue reception tables set for a wedding celebration.
Gothic arched windows illuminate an elegant reception venue with light blue chairs and rustic stone walls under a chandelier.
Elegant wedding reception table with white linens and a lush floral arrangement featuring peach and blue blooms against brick walls.
Elegant wedding reception table set with light blue linens, white plates, and delicate floral centerpieces with glowing candles.
Elegant dessert table with cupcakes and floral arrangements displayed against a rustic exposed brick wall.
Reception table set with dusty blue linens, white plates, and glowing candle centerpieces in an industrial venue.
Elegant wedding reception tables with dusty blue linens and white chairs set in historic church venue with Gothic windows.
A couple poses elegantly in a historic brick venue with blue chairs and floral arrangements at their wedding reception.
Gothic church wedding venue with arched windows and elegant table settings in blue and white decor.
Elegant reception table with tall glass candle holders and delicate floral centerpieces on light blue linens.
Elegant wedding table decor with white candles, anemone flowers, and delicate floral arrangements on a pale blue tablecloth.
Wedding dessert table with chocolate and vanilla cupcakes decorated with delicate spring flowers against brick wall.
Elegant wedding table setting with dusty blue linens, white napkins, gold flatware and delicate floral centerpieces.
Wedding guests gathered outside a historic brick church with Gothic architecture.
Wedding guests gather outside a historic red brick church with Gothic architecture and a quatrefoil window.
Vintage red brick church tower with decorative circular window and ornate medallion detail in rustic architectural style.
Wedding guests dancing enthusiastically at a reception in a rustic brick venue with white chairs.
A celebratory dance moment at a wedding in a historic brick venue with arched windows and white chairs.
Cheerful couple in formal attire celebrating in historic brick church venue with arched windows.
Wedding couple making grand entrance through rustic brick archway with wooden floors and tall windows.
Celebratory moment during wedding reception in historic venue with exposed brick and arched windows.
A couple shares their first dance at a wedding reception in a historic venue with arched windows and brick walls.
A bride and groom share their first dance at their wedding reception in a venue with arched windows and blue decor.
A romantic slow dance moment between newlyweds in a rustic church venue with tall windows.
A couple shares their first dance as newlyweds in an elegant reception venue with brick walls.
A joyful first dance featuring playful twirls in a converted church wedding venue with gothic windows.
A couple celebrates during their first dance in a historic venue with Gothic windows and white reception decor.
A couple shares their first dance in a historic venue with Gothic arched windows and watching guests at round tables.
Happy guests dancing and laughing together during a wedding reception in an elegant indoor venue.
A reception table setting with glassware and candles in a rustic brick-walled venue.
A couple shares a romantic dance in a rustic ballroom with brick walls and large windows.
Speaker giving a wedding toast at an elegant candlelit reception dinner.
A formal dinner reception with candlelit tables in a rustic brick venue with elegant decorations.
Guests at a reception dinner raise their glasses in a celebratory toast at a long banquet table with blue linens.
Wedding guests at a long reception table raise their glasses in a toast within a rustic brick-walled venue.
A buffet line with chafing dishes set up in a historic venue featuring gothic archways and exposed brick walls.
Wedding guests in blue dresses serve themselves food from elegant buffet stations at a reception.
Wedding guests fill their plates at an elegant buffet line with chafing dishes in a vintage-style dining room.
Someone in a blue dress gives a heartfelt speech during a wedding reception at a rustic brick venue.
Wedding reception speech moment with guests seated at elegantly decorated tables in rustic brick venue.
Wedding reception at rustic brick venue with dining party seated at decorated table during speech or toast.
Wedding celebration scene at rustic brick venue with decorated dining table and elegant candle centerpieces.
Wedding guests laugh together at reception table while someone delivers a speech at an industrial-style venue.
A wedding guest gives a heartfelt toast at an elegant brick-walled reception venue while others listen attentively.
People seated at an elegant wedding reception table with candles and decor in a venue with exposed brick walls.
Couple in elegant formal attire stand together at a rustic brick venue cutting their wedding cake at the dessert table.
A couple dances together during their first dance in an elegantly lit ballroom reception venue with arched ceilings.
Bride and groom share drinks at their wedding reception table decorated with candles and floral arrangements.
Couple sharing a joyful moment during wedding reception toasts in rustic brick venue.
Wedding reception guests dancing and celebrating on a dance floor in an elegant venue with pink uplighting and high ceilings.
A lively dance party scene in a venue with purple uplighting illuminates guests celebrating on the dance floor.
People dancing and socializing at an elegant event venue with arched architecture in warm evening lighting.
Wedding guests dancing at an indoor reception with colorful pink and purple lighting effects.
A wedding reception celebration in full swing with guests dancing joyfully on the dance floor.
Wedding guests dance and celebrate on a dimly lit dance floor illuminated by purple uplighting in a rustic venue.
Wedding guests dance and celebrate with raised hands in a rustic venue with atmospheric blue lighting.
Wedding guests dance and mingle at an elegant reception venue with high ceilings and romantic lighting.
Wedding reception dance party in a grand historic venue with ornate architecture and purple uplighting.
A wedding guest book table setup with floral frames, signage, and votive candles on a gray surface.
Memorial display at wedding reception with framed photos, burning candles and in loving memory sign on table.
Wedding guests dancing and celebrating at an indoor reception with brick walls and warm lighting.
A group of wedding guests dancing and having fun at an energetic reception party with blue accent lighting.
Wedding guests dance energetically on a dance floor while wearing formal attire and casual footwear at an indoor reception.
Party guests strike playful poses while celebrating at an indoor historic venue with brick walls.
A couple performs a dip dance move during their wedding reception while guests look on in a brick venue with pink lighting.
A couple shares their first dance in an elegant venue with gothic arches and purple uplighting illuminating the space.
Newlyweds walk through a sparkler exit tunnel as wedding guests cheer and celebrate.
A newlywed couple dancing and celebrating with guests holding sparklers at their wedding reception.
Wedding celebration with guests holding sparklers creating a magical tunnel exit for newlyweds on their special night.
A person in formal evening attire sits in the backseat of a black car at night near a brick building.
Inside view of a black SUV at night showing passengers through window reflections.
A black car parked on a dark city street at night with street lights in the background.
Elegant wedding dessert table with tiered white cake, chocolate cupcakes and floral arrangements on display.
Memorial display with photo frames, candles and handwritten journal on light blue surface.
Memorial photo display with vintage framed photographs and open book on light blue tablecloth by window.

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