Emily & Christopher {Nashville Elopement Photographer}

Hey, did you know I photograph weddings and elopements, as well? I had the privilege of photographing Emily and Christopher’s elopement at the Top of Woodland Weddings. While they couldn’t bring their fur babies this wedding venue IS dog friendly. I look forward to doing many more elopements with pups and their people there!

I first met Emily and Christopher with their pups during a mini session at The Farm at Natchez Trace in fall of 2019. Since I am a Pets and Their People Photographer, and their pets couldn’t make the elopement…I snuck a few pics from this session below so you could meet Oti and Mandy also!

Oti, a 12 year old pug, has been a part of Emily’s life since she graduated college. He absolutely hates skateboards, but he loves to eat dirt, snore, and is the bravest little thing. Oti really has no idea how small he actually is! Oti comes from Shakespear’s Othello, but that was quite a mouthful, so it was shortened.

Mandy is a two year old Blackmouth Cur/Hound Mix. She was an unplanned rescue from PetSmart. She is the sweetest, most sensitive hound pup. Because of her intuitiveness and understanding of human emotion, she has been a huge emotional support for Emily, especially during COVID. Being a big snuggler probably helped, too! Mandy loves to run super fast and chase the tennis ball, but the things she hates the most are fire alarms and oranges. Mandy is shortened from her original name “Mandalay”. The rescue organization named all the pups in her litter after casinos. So happy Mandy won the jackpot in finding Emily, Christopher, and Oti!

Enjoy some of my favorite pics from their elopement and mini session!

~Mandy

Nashville Elopement Photographer
Nashville Elopement Photographer
Nashville Elopement Photographer
Nashville Elopement Photographer
Nashville Elopement Photographer
Nashville Elopement Photographer

Vendors:

Wedding Dress: Anthropology presents BHLDN

Engagement Ring and Her Necklace: Pippin Vintage

His Wedding Band and Pocket Watch: Pippin Vintage

Her Wedding Band: Walton’s Antique and Estate Jewelry

Flowers: The Merry Stem in Franklin


Contact an Elopement Photographer in Nashville, TN!

Mandy Whitley Photography is Nashville's premiere pet photographer. Mandy Whitley creates fun and playful photographs with pets and their people. She photographs portrait sessions, family sessions, couple portraits, and weddings - as well as just pets! To inquire about booking a photo session, contact Mandy!


Puppy-Filled Wedding Inspiration at Riverwood Mansion {Nashville Wedding Photographer}

I am so excited to share this springtime Riverwood Mansion wedding inspiration! This was my first ever styled shoot and I loved partnering with the lovely ladies at Riverwood Mansion in East Nashville. Of course I couldn't do a wedding styled shoot without filling it with as many dogs as possible! We had 7 in total, of all shapes and sizes. The star of the shoot was Etta from East C.A.N. At the time of the shoot, Etta was looking for her forever home. She has since been adopted! The rest of the pups came with our weddings guests and the mansion's staff members! 

We incorporated our love of animals with a casual and eclectic wedding on Riverwood's front lawn, right under a 200 year old magnolia tree. I honestly can't think of a more fun way to get married! There was even a mini fenced-in dog park fenced where the pups could play.

A huge thank you to all the wonderful local vendors and models who made this possible - it was so much fun working with all of you! Make sure to scroll to the end of the post to see all the vendor information!

~Mandy

Riverwood Mansion Styled Shoot with Dogs | Mandy Whitley Photography
Riverwood Mansion Styled Shoot with Dogs | Mandy Whitley Photography
Riverwood Mansion Styled Shoot with Dogs | Mandy Whitley Photography
Riverwood Mansion Styled Shoot with Dogs | Mandy Whitley Photography
Riverwood Mansion Styled Shoot with Dogs | Mandy Whitley Photography
Riverwood Mansion Styled Shoot with Dogs | Mandy Whitley Photography
Riverwood Mansion Styled Shoot with Dogs | Mandy Whitley Photography
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styled wedding shoot with dogs
Riverwood Mansion Styled Shoot with Dogs | Mandy Whitley Photography
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VENDORS

Venue: Riverwood Mansion

Rentals: Grand Central Party Rentals and Riverwood Mansion Event Rentals

Photographer: Mandy Whitley Photography

Cinematography: Yanay Films

Designer: Megan Sanders with Riverwood Mansion Designs

Paper Goods: Casey Todd with Riverwood Mansion Designs 

Boutique Rentals: Artisan East

Hair & Make Up: www.wonderfullymadebeauty.com

Wedding Dress:  Fabulous Frocks in Franklin, TN

Bow Ties: Otis James

Models: Gabbrielle Sutton, Darrin Nelson, Molly Wilson, Asher Wilkinson 

Alcohol: Pickers Vodka

Catering: 8 Lavender Lane

Local Pet Boutique: The Dog Spot

The rescue group who brought our star, Etta: East CAN 

Officiant: Sue Davies-Rephan with www.elopeinnashville.com

Contact a Premier Wedding Photographer in Nashville, TN!

Mandy Whitley Photography is Nashville's premiere pet photographer. Mandy Whitley creates fun and playful photographs with pets and their people. She photographs portrait sessions, family sessions, couple portraits, and weddings - as well as just pets! To inquire about booking a photo session, contact Mandy!