Harlem Renaissance Styled Shoot (North Carolina)

“I wanted to create a modern take on the Harlem Renaissance era. So we brought in bold colors and a mixed a bit of old with the new in order to create that feel. The altar backdrop is one of the main focal points for this shoot, it is an antique vanity covered with flowers. We used the runner to tie in a poem written by Langston Hughes during that era, called “Jukebox Love Song”, so we put the last line of the poem on the runner. The building used was built in 1923, so we took to the 6th floor of the building with it’s exposed brick walls to host this session. The girls were dressed in pearls and sequined gowns to resemble a more Hollywood glam look from that era. I also loved the contrast between the unfinished walls and sequined gowns.”

Get inspired and check out this amazing styled shoot below, as beautifully captured by Casey Hendrickson Photography.

Venue: Piedmont Renaissance Center
Photographer: Casey Hendrickson Photography
Bakery: Queen’s Sweets
Tuxedo and Mens Attire: Simply Elegant for You
Linens and Coverings: Linen Loft
Jewelry: The Bead Lady
Bridesmaid Dresses: Impressions Bridal and Prom
Makeup Artist: Lucy B Makeup Artistry
Cake Designer: Sky’s The Limit Bridal Sweets
Cinema and Video: Bollinger Images
Invitation Designer: Davis Designs
Floral Designer: pink petunia designs
Caterer: Bistro Catering and Events
Hair Stylist: Be Saucy
Event Designer: RoShel Events