Carly & Christian | The Rickhouse Durham
Wedding at The Rickhouse Durham NC
Fancy This Photography partner Sarah Martin fabulously documented Carly Speight and Christian Poveromo's wedding at The Rickhouse Durham NC on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. Sarah used a Sony A7RIII and Sony A7III and was supported by Sarah Gillie as second shooter.
Carly and Christian’s wedding weekend embodied a classic Durham vibe while paying homage to their alma mater, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Festivities began with a welcome party at Bull McCabe’s Irish Pub in downtown Durham. The events were coordinated by local wedding planning company A Swanky Affair.
The bride and groom got ready at 21c Museum Hotel Durham. This historic gem is known for its ever-changing art exhibits and delicious fare at Counting House restaurant. Sarah snapped swaggy pictures of Carly and Christian getting ready with their closest loved ones in 21c’s mid-century modern hotel suites.
Duke Memorial United Methodist Church in downtown Durham set the tone for a stunning traditional wedding ceremony. The family dog, Louie, happily served as “Dog of Honor.” Reception celebrations continued at The Rickhouse, where friends and family toasted to the newlyweds.
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Durham NC Wedding Captured by Fancy This Photography
Fancy This Photography partner Sarah Martin loved the thoughtful details in Carly and Christian’s wedding day. Bride Carly wore a beautiful getting-ready robe made from the fabric of her mother’s wedding dress—a heartfelt way to incorporate something old into her special day. Fancy This Photography prioritizes highlighting sentimental and traditional details in a couple's wedding photos.
Carly and her wedding party had their hair and makeup done by Wedded Kiss, an award-winning North Carolina-based beauty team known for excellence and kindness. Both wedding parties looked stunning for this black-tie optional wedding at The Rickhouse in Durham.
Wedding Ceremony Duke Memorial United Methodist
Carly and Christian shared their vows at Duke Memorial United Methodist church in downtown.
The church is naturally gorgeous and the perfect place for a ceremony. Fancy This Photography loves to take first look and portrait photos outside of the church. “They always look great,” says Sarah.
Wedding photographers must respect specific rules about where and what can be photographed for many ceremonies. At Duke Memorial United Methodist Church, wedding photographers must remain at the back of the church throughout the ceremony (either at the entrance doors, or on the upper balcony).
Fancy This Photography always observes and follows photography rules set by religious establishments. Sarah’s high-quality long camera lens let her capture stunning images of Carly and Christian’s ceremony from start to finish. Local musicians, Arioso Strings, played lovely live music throughout the wedding ceremony.
Wedding Decorations by North Carolina Artists
Floral arrangements by Tre Bella decorated both Duke Memorial United Methodist Church and The Rickhouse for Carly and Christian’s wedding. Tre Bella used timeless white and green blooms for the bridal bouquets and to adorn the event space entrances and tables. Fancy This Photography’s team has so much respect for fellow wedding vendors, artists, and creatives. We understand the passion, time, energy, and skill that go into every aspect of a wedding, including the decorations.
At the reception, guests were greeted by chalkboard art by MW Calligraphy at the entrance to The Rickhouse. If you look closely, you’ll spot Carly and Christian’s Dog of Honor, Louie, featured in the chalk mural.
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Wedding at The Rickhouse Durham NC
With years of experience in North Carolina, Sarah Martin has photographed numerous weddings and events at The Rickhouse in downtown Durham. In addition to weddings, Sarah has captured a celebration of life and a Bar Mitzvah at The Rickhouse. She emphasizes the importance of mastering off-camera lighting at this unique local venue.
“The ceilings are very dark, and window light is only good for a two-hour span, so bouncing flash is limited,” Sarah explains. “I really enjoy the layout of this venue. The various setups I've seen are very diverse yet always highlight the main attraction, whether it's a raised stage or dance floor, the couple's head table, or a beautiful centerpiece floral design.”
One of Durham’s Favorite Event Venues
The Rickhouse is located at 609 Foster St., overlooking the famed Durham Athletic Park, the original home of the Durham Bulls. Couples are drawn to this wedding venue’s prime location in the Central Park district of downtown Durham, nestled between bars and coffee shops steeped in soul. Inside The Rickhouse, guests can watch Liberty and Plenty, a locally- and female-owned distillery, create gin, whiskey, rum, and vodka.
The Rickhouse can accommodate up to 300 guests for a seated reception and even more for cocktail-style events.
Dancing & Dessert
Carly and Christian invited friends and family to the dance floor for a night of entertainment by Irresistible Groove after sharing dinner and toasts. With over a decade of success, Irresistible Groove has become one of the most sought-after live wedding bands in North Carolina. Featuring a horn section, six vocalists, a full rhythm section, and a massive, diverse song list, it’s easy to understand why.
For dessert, guests enjoyed a delicious wedding cake by Donovan's Dish. Based in Raleigh, Donovan's Dish serves the Triangle area and beyond.
Fancy This Photography would be stoked to document your upcoming wedding or event at The Rickhouse in Durham NC. For more inspiration, check out these classic real Durham weddings!
Photography // Fancy This Photography
Coordinator // A Swanky Affair
Getting Ready Venue // 21c Museum Hotel Durham
Ceremony Venue // Duke Memorial UMC
Reception Venue // The Rickhouse Durham
Caterer and Desserts // Donovan's Dish
Florist // Tre Bella
Ceremony Music // Arioso Strings
Reception Music // Irresistible Groove
Lighting and Draping // Get Lit Event Lighting
Rentals // American Party Rentals
Hair and Makeup // Wedded Kiss
Chalkboard Art // MW Calligraphy