Joshua Maples Wedding Officiant

07/01/2024

TN574
It feels like a longer week. It's not the HEAT, it's the HUMILITY. 🤣.
Putting in the work in writing personalized wedding scripts and trying to post something to social media at least once a day.
I worked again with Celeste Martinez aka Captured By Celeste and her son flying the drone in Piney Flats for Hyder & Kannikas hilltop wedding. They have been fantastic to work with and will hopefully continue to pair up with them often for any elopements or weddings.
Another shout out to Kaley Wilson Photography She was peacefully paced, sooooo personable, and humble to Maraiah & Rocco's wedding in Fairview, NC. I can't wait to see some sneaks in a few days. Also live music with aka www.Ashevilleweddingmusicians.com

***If you're looking for an professional ordained officiant, I still have some openings for 2024 and booking 2025. I'll drop my link here. Check out my portfolio. I'd me more than happy to chat about your wedding, elopement, my twin five year old daughters, my new pet opposum, and exactly what I can do for you to finalize your wedding plans. You can finally relax now. Call me.
East TN/Western NC/ Southwest/Va
https://g.co/kgs/5bu14Ur

(423) 503-1200

06/29/2024

I wish I were for this!!

06/27/2024

Bwahahahhawhawhaw

There’s room for both of you at The Carriage House ❤️

06/25/2024

TN574 (Western NC / East TN / SW Virginia

What a phenomenal week! I worked along side with some new vendors and had the privilege of joining forces with some fantastic, fun, and professionals that I've worked with before! From cupcakes, to rattlesnakes, road trips & mix tapes, to couples coasting on cuddles. These are just a few pictures that couldn't do justice to the artistic and acoustic talent with coordination to help bring it all together this week.
Burke Lawrence Photography aka Asheville Engagement I HIGHLY suggest his knowledge and recognize his hard work & talent
Mary Kate Wyatt Wedding Coordinator with
Bells with a View Events Personable and fun to work with
Kirk Dj Drew in Asheville NC
He's just a fun guy to DJ a wedding party at circa29avl Smiles all around!
I had a great time with Nunn Photography at Viking Mountain in Greenville Tn buuut can't post any amazing pictures of the bride and groom for another few weeks.
Big hiking trips to Black Balsam K**b
and a big shout out to Rocky Knoll Farm to work with Candice Yates Candid Marketing and Media and Hannah with HLM Weddings
I'm blessed to have such a remarkable profession.

06/23/2024

Ok. I may have overused this camera booth tonight.

06/22/2024

Handfasting Tutorial

06/22/2024

I may now pronounce you as husband and wife. You may now commence with the high fives...

06/21/2024

She adores that he thinks think that he's 80 years old and only listens to Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash & George Strait.
He loves her awesome cooking. It keeps him around, no doubt.

06/18/2024

TN574
🌟 Hello and Happy Vendor Monday! 🌟

Are you ready to create unforgettable memories in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains? I'm your dedicated officiant based in Johnson City, TN, serving couples across East TN, Southwest Virginia, and Western North Carolina!

🎉 Picture this: I specialize in crafting unique, personalized wedding scripts that reflect your love story. Whether you prefer religious, non-religious, or spiritual ceremonies, I ensure every moment is filled with joy and laughter. From intimate cabin elopements to grand celebrations in stunning venues, I make your dream ceremony a reality.

💖 Let's make your day stress-free and magical. I'll guide you through obtaining your wedding license and create a ceremony that's authentically YOU. No matter the size of your gathering, every detail is designed to be cherished forever.

Ready to start planning? Message me now to check my availability and let's begin crafting your perfect wedding experience!
www.joshuamaplesweddingofficiant.com
423 503 1200
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06/15/2024

You never know what to expect at a wedding. Getting married in the Great Smokey Mountains might just invite a bear to eat your cake. This isn't the first time or the last! Heather Landry Photography

06/13/2024

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06/11/2024

TN574
It's been a very long week atop high mountain elevations and also normal flat land weddings. Happy Vendor Monday again folks. It seems like we've had MORE than only two weeks of spring this year. I LOVE it!
Let's start of with traveling up a 1.6 mile hike up to Hawksbill Mtn with Christian and Cynthia. They came all the way from Florida to check out these scenic mountains and I frightened them at how close to the edge I got.
Chrissy Ann Photography LLC got some of the best angles across that whole mountain!
Katie and Bill Howard were so much fun to marry at the The Poarch Manor where Lisa, the venue owner went above and beyond. The couple said that his crazy matched her crazy. Photos by Natalie Rutherford
One of my favorites this week had to be Sydney and James Dollar at the Roan Mountain Balds. Wow! We quoted movies, my wedding script almost blew away in the wind, they let me write whatever I wanted into the script, we laughed, and the photographers were so personable! All of us had such a great time. I absolutely look forward to working with Arabella Tolley Photography and Gabby again. They made magic happen for our couple!
June 8th was a big day! I worked with some A Game players in Sevierville. I can't wait to see more photos from Heather Landry Photography Kelly and Michael Brewer had some vows that blew everyone away! This man was Legendary.
Next on the list is a couple I could never forget. Amy and Bill Morris. She was dancing down the halls counting the hours before her wedding. Bill was calm and collected but couldn't keep his smile down. They hired Joseph Nance Photography and flew him from Guatemala and his professionalism showed. He was getting all the right shots. Didn't miss a beat. We had The Jaystorm Project DJ and he had such a great playlist, I couldn't leave! Once again, Amy hired an A-Team.
Yesterday was Alexis and Josh. Ready for anything! During the ceremony, the pizzas that were ordered arrived! It still made for great photos. took care of that. She whisked them off into Gatlinburg for more personal photos. I'll get them in the sneak peek soon. You have some co workers that you only see once in a while, some never again, but it's always a special time.

06/05/2024

TN574
Not just a Wedding Officiant

06/03/2024

Love is like a mountain with many peaks and each new passion brings in a different view. Don't be afraid to love again and again... there are better horizons waiting.
Climb until you find your perfect sky.
Chrissy Ann Photography LLC

06/01/2024

Emma adores that Clay comes home from work with hot fries and Reese's cups for her. Clay says says “he can't believe he's with the most beautiful girl in the world.”

I had the pleasure to work with some fantastic people as well as a couple that was only wanting to celebrate with friends and family!

Introducing Mr. and Mrs. Stewart!

I was lucky to work with a fantastic photographer again, Brooke Seale Photography and a long time DJ friend for over 15 years, Bryan Davis!

06/01/2024

A beautiful mountain top sunset wedding.

05/29/2024

Wedding of the day! Happy forever day Heather and Ryan!

05/28/2024

More photos from Kyle and Jessica Zinkand!
May 18th 2024
Jessica respects how very brave Kyle is and knows that no matter what, he will always be there to protect her.
Kyle says Jessica gives him a purpose in life and a heart that he can call home.
Kasey Free Photography Thank you for such professionalism!

05/27/2024

As I stand, I hear the trees and wind in the air. No nose pollution, just the sounds of the trees sushing the breeze as it escorts us to the ceremony.
Thank you Chestoa View. You didn't let us down. Congratulations Rickey and Rachel.

05/27/2024

Happy super one year anniversary to some close and personal friends, Robert and Maggie Phipps You keep the world spinning!

05/25/2024

Meet the Faerbers!

05/21/2024

TN574
Hi Facebook family! This week is different type of Vendor Monday. It's not a promotion for myself but to all of the moving parts of a wedding that collaborate the hands, eyes, sweat, and energy that gets put into every wedding.

This is called Vendor Connection.

I'm going to mention Photgraphers, Videographers, DJ'S, Coordinaters, and Venues that not only did an excellent job, but especially even set aside time to exchange our info into our own vendor network.
I want to thank
Asher with Asher & Emily Photography and
Lisa with Amplified Mobile DJ at the The Millstone
Brooke with Brooke Seale Photography
Redwine Entertainment
Lilly at Margaret Claire's Weddings & Events LLC
Celeste Martinez with Captured By Celeste
Brittany Ritterr with Urban Soulance
Travis with Tri-Cities Entertainment
Jeff with Jeff Payne Photography
Chloe with Captures by Chloe
Of course, Kinkead Performance & Events, LLC
Maura at ML Celebrating Forever
Shaundra with Shaundra Olson Photography at Heartland Meadows
Dee with Adventure Awaits Photography + Videography
Mike and Victoria with Johnson City Aerial Photography LLC at Avalon Farm - Wedding & Event Venue
And Kasey with Kasey Free Photography at Valley View Venue
Alex with Alex Travers playing the violin today at Redstone Mansion
And the many many more to come. Thank you all for everything you do!

05/18/2024

05/13/2024

Mark your calendars 📆 . The Sevier County Courthouse and the Sheriff's Administrative Offices will be closed to the public on Friday, May 17th for staff training and preparation of the Bloomin' BBQ Music & Food Festival.

All offices will open at the normal time on Monday, May 20th.

For more information on the Bloomin' BBQ Music & Food Festival, please visit their website: https://www.bloominbbq.com

05/12/2024

I am so excited for my summer weddings! So far, all of them have been fantastic. I MEAN IT!

Clouds passed and rain held off. The sunshine has been perfect (except once yesterday when the sun came out full force and the bride yesterday borrowed my sunglasses to read her vows 🤣 pics to come) and I've received so many genuine hugs!

For the next week May 13th-May17th 2024, I'll be visiting Charleston, Isle of Palms, and Sullivan Island. If you're wanting to elope or if your officiant cancels, I would be honored to write your personalized wedding script and step in to marry you!

Although my favorite season is usually fall and winter, summer absolutely has my heart!
The longer days, warm weather, flowers, and greenery. It's absolutely incredible!
I have a few weddings this summer by the water, and it has me even more excited to celebrate and serve amazing couples.
It's my goal for a beach destination wedding. I'll leave my info here! I hope to hear from you this week!
https://linktr.ee/maplesjoshua

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05/12/2024

Happy one year anniversary Julienne and Clay Weikel! Handfasting is just one of the services I offer! I offer many other things like sarcasm and a sense of humor too! 🤣
This was such a great couple. I also had the chance to work with Kinkead Performance & Events, LLC

05/09/2024

This was such a great wedding!

05/08/2024

UPDATE:
I just found this morning out that the couple I was going perform a wedding for, postponed their date.

Friday, May 10th is now available!

Call me, message me, send me a carrier pigeon!
Unfortunately, I turned down so many couples over the past few months for May 10th but maybe there's a couple out there that is in a pinch for an officiant this weekend.
Tell a friend!
Www.joshuamaplesweddingofficiant.com
Picture so this doesn't get lost