Business Details
21 Years
experience
Professional Wedding Photography & Videography in Asheville
Founded in 2005 by Jen and Brian Allen, Wildwood Media is a husband-and-wife-led creative team specializing in wedding photography and videography. With over 16 years of combined experience, we combine cinematic storytelling with a personalized approach to capture authentic moments of love and connection. Our services extend beyond weddings to include real estate media, engagement sessions, and family portraits, all delivered with a commitment to quality and artistic vision. As FAA-certified drone pilots, we incorporate aerial perspectives to enhance our storytelling capabilities.Based in Waynesville, NC, we serve Asheville, Knoxville, and surrounding regions while maintaining the flexibility to travel for destination events. Our work has earned a five-star rating on Wedding Wire, reflecting our dedication to client satisfaction. We prioritize creative freedom by limiting our annual bookings, ensuring each project receives meticulous attention. All editing is done in-house without templates, guaranteeing a unique final product tailored to each client's story.
Services
Wedding Videography
Wedding Photography
Elopement Packages
Real Estate Media
Engagement Sessions
Family Portraits
Drone Cinematography
Custom Editing
Destination Coverage
Payment Plans
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 16+ years of combined experience in wedding cinematography
- FAA-certified drone pilot for aerial storytelling perspectives
- All editing completed in-house without outsourcing
- Five-star rated on Wedding Wire with verified reviews
- Custom payment plans available for all service packages
Associations and certifications
- FAA Part 107 Drone Certification
What people say
Responsive to questions
Absolutely gorgeous photos
Cherish forever
Flexible and accommodating
150% effort
Services
Wedding Videography
Our wedding videography captures your special day with cinematic storytelling and artistic precision. Using professional-grade equipment and FAA-certified drone technology, we create emotional narratives that preserve your vows, celebrations, and candid moments. Each video is fully edited in-house without templates, ensuring a unique final product that reflects your personal style and story.
Wedding Photography
Timeless wedding photography combining journalistic documentation with posed portraits. Our approach prioritizes natural light and authentic moments while ensuring coverage of all key events. With 16 years of experience, we deliver high-resolution images edited to match your wedding's aesthetic, delivered within six weeks of your event date.
Elopement Packages
Specialized coverage for elopements and small weddings, available Monday-Thursday. Our packages include both photography and videography options starting at $1,350, with flexible timelines to accommodate mountain settings and unique venues. Ideal for couples seeking authentic documentation of their private commitment.
Real Estate Media
Professional real estate photography and videography services showcasing properties through high-quality visuals. Our offerings include drone footage, interior/exterior photography, and virtual tour creation starting at $350. Designed to highlight architectural features and property amenities for effective marketing.
Engagement Sessions
One-hour engagement photo sessions capturing couples in natural settings. Priced at $550, these sessions provide valuable practice for wedding day comfort while creating shareable content for invitations and social media. Available Monday-Thursday evenings in Asheville/Waynesville areas.
People
Jen Allen
Lead Photographer/Videographer
Founder with 16+ years experience, FAA-certified drone pilot, former Fox News camera operator, and Gardner-Webb University graduate. Specializes in emotional storytelling and natural light photography while maintaining creative control over all editing processes.
Brian Allen
Cinematographer
Music industry professional with 7 years of videography experience, Western Carolina University graduate, and expert in capturing live events. Complements Jen's photography with dynamic video coverage while managing technical aspects of production.
Stephanie Webb
Second Shooter
Jennifer's sister and lead assistant with multiple years of experience. Handles secondary video coverage, editing support, and web development. Recognized by Weddingrule.com as top videographer in Asheville and Gatlinburg, with expertise in family event documentation.
Questions
Do you offer combined photo and video packages?
Yes, our bundled packages start at $7,800 for 6 hours of coverage, offering significant savings while ensuring cohesive visual storytelling.
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend booking 6-12 months ahead, especially for peak seasons, as we only accept a limited number of weddings annually.
Can we select music for our wedding video?
Yes, we provide a licensed music selection link prior to your wedding for personalized soundtrack choices.
Do you travel for destination weddings?
Yes, we serve locations beyond Western NC including TN, FL, and GA, with travel fees based on distance.
What's included in your real estate packages?
Starting at $350, our real estate services include professional photography, drone footage, and virtual tour creation.
How long for final product delivery?
Photos deliver in 6 weeks, videos in 8 weeks, with optional raw footage available for $250.
Videos
