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Guides, North Carolina, Uncategorized, Weddings

November 25, 2025

The Most Enchanting Wedding Venues in North Carolina

If you’re searching for a wedding venue in North Carolina that feels legend‑worthy but deeply personal, here are some of my favorite picks: a mix of historic estates, cozy cottages, elegant chapels, modern venues, and lush gardens.

Big news—I’m moving! After four and a half amazing years in Montana, where I grew as a photographer, met my husband, and fell in love with so many beautiful stories, we’re packing up and heading east. Winston-Salem, North Carolina, here we come! While Montana will always have a piece of my heart, we’re so excited to plant our own roots in North Carolina, near family, and start connecting with couples and families in this beautiful region.

Elopements, Families, Maternity, Newborns, North Carolina, Uncategorized, Weddings

November 19, 2025

Hello, North Carolina: Kira Rideout Photography is Moving to Winston-Salem

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May 20, 2025

Early Spring Bridal Session in the Hills of Missoula, Montana

There’s something incredibly magical about a bridal session in the Montana hills, especially in early spring, when the grass is just starting to come back to life and the golden tones of winter still linger. This session took place just outside of Missoula, and even though it was a bit chilly, the setting and the stunning gown from AW Bridal made it completely worth it.

Welcoming a new member into the family is always a magical experience, and capturing those precious moments is a privilege I never take lightly. I recently had the joy of photographing baby Finnley, just a week old, in his cozy home nestled in the heart of Missoula, Montana.

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December 21, 2023

Baby Finnley’s Lifestyle Newborn Photoshoot

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