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.

There’s something magical about winter weddings in the mountains — the quiet air, twinkling lights, candles glowing indoors, and families gathering close. A Christmas-time micro wedding at Douglas Ellington House feels exactly like that: warm, nostalgic, and deeply personal. As an Asheville wedding photographer, I love when couples choose intimate weddings where the focus is […]

ndian weddings in Asheville feel different — vibrant, intimate, and grounded in meaning. This celebration at the Douglas Ellington House was no exception. As an Asheville Indian wedding photographer, I’m always struck by how deeply personal these weddings can be, even when the guest list is small. There’s a tenderness that sits underneath all the […]

Film vs. Digital Photography Why Choose 35mm Film for Your Wedding Photography? In a world dominated by digital, there’s something undeniably special about the timeless look of 35mm film for weddings. The rich tones, organic grain, and nostalgic feel create wedding photos that are both artistic and emotional. If you’re considering film for your big […]

Garden Party meets black tie wedding in the mountains First, let’s take a photography tour of a wedding at Douglas Ellington House. A historic estate in Western North Carolina just minutes from Downtown Asheville. This unique property was entirely hand-built. Remarkably, the home was constructed without a blueprint, utilizing architectural remnants from Mr. Ellington’s notable […]
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