Asheville Wedding Photography
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Nathan Rivers Chesky is an Asheville wedding photographer and videographer documenting weddings and elopements throughout Asheville, Western North Carolina, and destination celebrations worldwide. His work blends candid storytelling with editorial photography, creating natural images that reflect the atmosphere and emotion of the day.

These real wedding galleries feature celebrations at venues such as Biltmore Estate, Twickenham House, Castle Ladyhawke, The Omni Grove Park Inn, and other distinctive locations across the state.

korean couple engagement session at biltmore estate in asheville nc

Scenes from a film: The Biltmore Estate Proposal and Engagement Photography

There’s something timeless about the Biltmore Estate—a place where the light moves slowly through the gardens, and the architecture feels like it belongs to another world entirely. For proposals and engagement sessions, it’s one of my favorite places to photograph. Every story here feels cinematic. The rolling Blue Ridge Mountains, the quiet corners of the […]

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Asheville Wedding Venues Featured on the Blog

Continue to the older posts below to see more or jump straight to a gallery to find examples of full galleries from your wedding venue:


• Biltmore Estate weddings
• Twickenham House weddings
• My Beloved Homewood weddings
• Omni Grove Park Inn weddings
• High Hampton weddings
The Vineyards at Betty’s Creek wedding

Lake Eden Retreat Wedding 
• Camelot Meadows weddings
Douglas Ellington House Weddings
Hawkesdene weddings
The Restoration Hotel wedding
The Farm: A Gathering Place weddings

Bride and Groom walk through a field at Sunset with the Mountains in the background.

The Farm, A Gathering Place Wedding Photographer

There’s something timeless about weddings at The Farm, A Gathering Place. Nestled in the rolling hills just outside of Asheville, this venue feels equal parts elegant and relaxed. The barn doors open to sweeping mountain views, and the warm wood interiors make every moment feel golden. It’s a place where stories unfold naturally—where the quiet […]

An indian bride dances with her family outside her wedding at The Biltmore Estate

A Three-Day Indian Wedding at The Biltmore Estate | Wedding Video

As a Biltmore Estate wedding videographer, capturing this event meant honoring both the estate’s elegance and the cultural richness of the couple’s heritage. Every frame told a story: from the regal arrival to the Baraat procession, to the soft candlelit moments of the Sangeet, and finally to the breathtaking ceremony and reception beneath the sweeping […]

A still frame of a couple at The Biltmore Estate Asheville Wedding Video.

Biltmore Estate Wedding Videographer | Editorial Asheville Wedding Video

Experience the elegance of a Biltmore Estate wedding through this cinematic wedding video. If you’re dreaming of a wedding at the iconic Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina, you’re not alone — it’s one of the most stunning and sought-after venues in the country. As a wedding videographer, capturing love stories at the Biltmore is […]

asheville wedding photographer A bride and groom in traditional attire participate in a wedding ceremony; the groom showers the bride with flower petals as they smile joyfully under a decorated canopy, captured beautifully by an Asheville wedding photographer, with guests watching in the background.

A Serene Spring Indian Wedding at Douglas Ellington House | Asheville Wedding Photographer

Planning a wedding that honors tradition while embracing natural beauty? A spring Indian wedding at the Douglas Ellington House in Asheville, NC offers a soulful, picturesque setting—especially for early morning ceremonies rooted in cultural significance. As an Asheville wedding photographer, I had the joy of documenting a Telugu Hindu wedding here this spring, and the […]

asheville wedding photographer Light blue floral high heels, jewelry, a pear, an artichoke, green grapes, and a wristwatch are artfully arranged on a green surface with white fabric—styled to perfection by an Asheville wedding photographer. Hands’ shadows appear in the background.

The Providence Cotton Mill: A Charlotte Wedding Photographer’s Dream Venue

A Wedding Photographer’s Guide to The Providence Cotton Mill — A Hidden Gem Near Charlotte As a wedding photographer and filmmaker serving the Charlotte area, I’ve photographed love stories at countless venues across North Carolina—but none quite like The Providence Cotton Mill. Located just under an hour from Charlotte in the quiet town of Maiden, […]

asheville wedding photographer A bride and groom walk hand in hand indoors, with the bride’s flowing dress captured in motion. This black and white image by an Asheville wedding photographer creates a dramatic, romantic atmosphere as light shines through windows in the background.

Wedding Photography at The Omni Grove Park Inn During a Hurricane? Yes, That Happened.

Asheville Wedding Photography at The Omni Grove Park Inn during Hurricane Helene If you’re searching for a wedding photographer at The Grove Park Inn in Asheville, NC—first of all, you’ve got excellent taste in venues. Second of all, let me tell you about the time I photographed a wedding there… during a literal hurricane. Friday, […]

Bride and Groom overlooking downtown Asheville in Wedding Attire

Why You Need a Day-After Wedding Photography Adventure Session in Downtown Asheville

So, your wedding day has come and gone—a whirlwind of love, laughter, and maybe a few happy tears. But let’s be real: between the ceremony, the guests, and making sure you actually eat a piece of that incredible cake, the day flies by. That’s where a day-after adventure session comes in. If you would like […]

a couple at the Grove Park Inn spinning after a surprise proposal

Proposing at The Omni Grove Park Inn – Hidden & Private Spot with Downtown Asheville View

Let’s Talk about the best game plan for proposing at The Omni Grove Park Inn hotel overlooking downtown Asheville and the Blue Ridge Mountains. With TWO amazing options of where to propose. After photographing countless proposals at these two spots, I have a tried and true walkthrough just for you. First, no matter which spot […]