A Secret Intimate Elopement At Dixon Art Gallery + Gardens In Memphis, Tennessee | The Hatches Photography

Secret Garden Elopement at Dixon Gallery in Memphis, TN

Mr + Mrs Del Casino - November 3, 2022

Ryan and Jasmine live in Nashville but were visiting Memphis one weekend in October of 2022 to see one of their favorite bands at a locally known favorite bar, Growlers. You can find this hidden gem on Poplar Ave, across from Brooks Museum and The Memphis Zoo. The band they were seeing was also a favorite of ours, Real Friends. While we didn’t get to see the show with them, they did manage to hang out with me on a rooftop downtown for some celebratory engagement photos.

We had been discussing their elopement prior to their engagement photos, but the kicker was that no one else knew about it except their parents. Now we had to keep this HUGE secret until November 3, 2022 where they tied the knot in a beautiful and intimate garden ceremony at The Dixon Art Gallery and Gardens. I had the incredible pleasure to witness their union as well as work alongside the incredibly talented videographers, Cine Garden Films. This was my first time working with Rob and Adalynn and I hope its not the last time, they were absolutely phenomenal!

We started out at this cute little airbnb that was located in the Midtown area. Not too far from Cooper Young District. Jasmine was getting her hair and makeup done by Kimberly Yasmine, a luxury makeup artist, when I arrived to the house. Ryan was safely tucked away in a back bedroom getting ready as well. At this point they had not seen each other yet so they were getting all the excitement of knowing they were about to see each other, finally!

Once they both were ready and mic’d up, we were all set for the first look. You could see the pure joy start to flood their faces as we were getting everyone in their places. We stepped outside into the backyard of this adorable AirBNB and let Jasmine and Ryan set the whole mood.

What a blast we were having already and we hadn’t made it to Dixon, yet!

After we arrived at The Dixon Art Gallery + Gardens, we walked through the pathway to get to the Bowlin Stage. Taking in their surroundings and swaying across the path together, I could tell right away that this was something truly special to witness. The way they were so comfortable around each other and truly being present when they spoke to each other was simply awe-inspiring. I was overwhelmed with gratitude and creativity but I could not have made this magic by myself if I tried.

Jasmine and Ryan : I wish you nothing but the best in life and all of its adventure that it will take you both on. I hope you hold hands like its your first date; every day. Thank you so much for allowing me to witness your incredible love story and for trusting me to document it with lovely photos. I hope you look at these forever. I sure am! <3 Congratulations Del Casinos!

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Venue : Dixon Art Gallery + Gardens | Memphis, TN

Photography : The Hatches Photography

Videography : Cine Garden Films

Hair + Makeup : Kimberly Yasmine

A Lively and Modern Wedding at Annesdale Mansion | Memphis Tennessee | The Hatches : Wedding + Elopement Photographers

A Lively and Modern Wedding at Annesdale Mansion

Kaley & Wes had known of each other for a while through Kaley's brother but one day when Wes came over to Kaley's house to hang beams from her ceiling, something clicked. She kept finding new things for him to come over and fix and then one day, Wes asked Kaley on a date. 

Fast forward to when I met Kaley and Wes at a Starbucks and we hit it off SO well. We bonded over Katy Perry and our love of things old. Speaking of KP, Kaley is actually Katy's first cousin. Yuh, THE Katheryn Hudson now known as Katy Perry. 

How FREAKING cool, right? 

We met again to tour Annesdale, because we had never been to this venue before we definitely wanted to see the venue and get familiar with the grounds. Annesdale is one of THE most beautiful venues here in Memphis and we were completely blown away at all of the detail and history inside! 

On their wedding day, Kaley got ready to all the albums of Katy Perry, even though Katy couldn't be there for family, we kept her there in spirit ;) Kaley was relaxed and enjoying the morning with her girl friends and awaiting the anxious moment of becoming Mrs Belote. <3

Jacob and I were so honored to have been able to witness Kaley and Wes's marriage with their closest family and friends. We are beside ourselves that this is our job and that we get to see joyful moments like this just about every weekend! 

Here are some of our favorites from their STUNNING wedding! Congrats Mr & Mrs Belote! 

Venue: Annesdale Mansion

Photographer: The Hatches

Caterer: CFY Catering

Cake: Cakes by Mom and Me

Flowers: Lynn Doyle Flowers

Hair: Tiffany Wilson

Makeup: Mallory Burnett

Band: The Sensations Band

Officiant: Chad Hampton

A Rainy Intimate Backyard Wedding | Lauren and Jon | Kentucky | The Hatches Wedding and Elopement Photography

LAUREN + JON AUTRY

Where do I even begin with this couple? Lauren and Jon have the type of love they write books about. Jon was attending a small town festival and Lauren was on her way when she was told there was someone she HAD to meet. 
When they met, it was as if everything had fallen into place in that exact moment. They instantly became enthralled with each other. 

"then we were we" - Lauren Crowder

Lauren is a singer from Nashville and wrote that lyric about their life together. She had it engraved in Jon's ring for their wedding day. 

Their love was ethereal from the day they met. And it continued to grow in that aspect as they decided to become one. They spent their wedding day with their closest family and friends on Jon's family farm in Central City, Kentucky. The property was insanely beautiful and held so much sentimental meaning to both Lauren and Jon. 

Hurricane Nate was brewing the week of their wedding and graced his presence later into the night but the rain held off long enough for their ceremony. Tents went up just in case the rain snuck in. Their ceremony was meaningful and invested. Their vows to each other created this ambience of romance and intimacy that sent goosebumps down your spine. Lauren entered on a horse drawn carriage just after dark. The ceremony was supposed to take place right at sunset but with the storm clouds and scattered rain, it was pushed back just a bit. Honestly, it felt even more surreal to have it in the dark. So romantic.

The details from this wedding were impeccable! Jon had custom made feather bow ties from over seas made just for his groomsmen and Lauren gave each of her bridesmaids a special broach that reminded her of them. Their plates for reception were all distinctive and vintage yet subtle and intricate. Lauren had stephanotis flowers in her hair and laid out in various places throughout their wedding venue because it was the flower that meant "marital bliss". Talk about putting some thought into the smallest details. *holds back tears*

They spent their reception under the tent, as the rain came pouring in. They even did their first dance as husband and wife in the rain. My heart was overjoyed at the closeness shared between them and their guests. Backyard weddings have a special place in my heart as they are more sentimental to the couple which always makes for those emotional images that make hearts skip beats. 

Jacob and I were so honored to have been chosen to photograph this affectionate wedding for Jon and Lauren. This is just a small preview from the day but we hope you enjoy!

Congratulations Mr & Mrs Autry. <3

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A Cozy Lighthearted Fall Engagement | Payton and Canaan | Memphis Tennessee | The Hatches Wedding and Elopement Photography

PAYTON + CANAAN

I first met Payton when she helped me with a Prom Photoshoot and was one of my models that attended. We then met up again at my cotton sessions I held one fall. Naturally when she got engaged to Canaan a little while later, she reached out to me again about their wedding! I was beyond honored that she decided to come back and work with me because she was so incredibly sweet and so much fun to work with. 

We talked about their engagement and their engagement shoot and their upcoming wedding in November. Which we are SO thrilled to be a part of!

I didn't realize how much time has passed and I got excited all over again, when I noticed it was October. I went back to the day of their session with me and just smiled from ear to ear as I remembered how much we laughed this day. 
The weather was perfect and we made the most of that cloudy morning by cozying under my trusty ole blanket. (it's my fave blanket, ever)

Payton and Canaan are two of the sweetest souls. She sends me cards, notes and little gifts in the mail. The most recent being the cutest freaking onesies I've ever seen for our newest little Hatchling, Forrest Gabriel, that we welcomed to our little family back in September. Payton has always been so thoughtful towards me and my family and I appreciate her beyond words for that. <3

I loved the laughter and cozy moments as we went through their engagement session, and we got a ton of them. They are so precious together and their love radiated in each photograph. We cannot wait for their wedding next month as it quickly approaches. 

I had a hard time narrowing them down but here are some of my favorites. Congratulations you two! 

<3

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