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Hey there! Iβm Cameron, a wedding photographer based in Charleston, SC. Here on the blog you can see my latest weddings and portrait sessions, read the sweetest wedding day stories, and get all of my best tips for the wedding day and beyond. Grab a coffee and enjoy!Β Β
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The Gadsden House is such a gem, hidden right in the heart of Downtown Charleston. Even though it’s surrounded by the city, the courtyard feels like a private oasis. This historic home can complement
Man it’s hot outside – is anyone as sick of the summer as I am? I can at least pretend it’s cooler out today because I’m taking a look back at Chris and Morgan’s
There’s just something about a Wadmalaw Island wedding that gives me heart eyes. All of the beautiful oaks with spanish moss and the marsh views that are so close you can almost touch them
Cypress Gardens is such a gorgeous venue for weddings, engagement sessions, or really any type of photography! This beautiful place has been the backdrop for many movies, including the boat scene in The Notebook. The
Hello lovely brides and grooms-to-be! Communication is key for your marriage but also for your wedding day and wedding vendors. Your wedding photographer is no exception! We work so closely with you on your
Jess and Scott’s Creek Club at I’On wedding was such a sweet and joyous occasion. Having eloped during the pandemic, the Boston residents decided to invite their closest friends and family to Charleston for
Oldfield River Club has been on my venue wishlist for a LONG time and the first time I worked there, it was everything I could have dreamed of. This romantic garden wedding venue offers
Michelle and Austin hosted a colorful spring wedding at the Gadsden House this April. After their scenic downtown Charleston and Folly Beach engagement photos, I couldn’t wait to see what they had in store
Alex and Ian traveled all the way to Savannah, GA from New Jersey for their Forsyth Park elopement. Chatting with Alex over the phone prior to wedding day, I just knew this would be
French Huguenot Church Wedding Details Over the summer I got to photograph a wedding at the French Huguenot Church in Downtown Charleston for the first time. The wedding day was so classic and they
Dogwood Downs is located just 20 minutes outside of Charleston and the natural beauty of this property is totally worth every second of the drive! This outdoor Charleston wedding venue is surrounded by huge
Chris and Christine got married last August in an elopement at Cypress Gardens on the most perfect summer day. They traveled all the way from New Jersey with their closest family and friends to
Earlier this year I got to assist at a gorgeousΒ Legare Waring HouseΒ wedding! What could be better than a beautiful ceremony under the avenue of oaks and cocktail hour by the river? This wedding day
Madi and Chase got married in September at Chande Pines. They decided on an elopement to keep their wedding day intimate and it was without a doubt the most beautiful wedding day! This was
Ansley and Christian got married at Boone Hall Plantation this November. Even though their wedding day was cold and rainy, Ansley and Christian did not let it get them down! They made the very
Taylor and Garrett got married at Bay Creek Park on Edisto Island in early October and it was the most beautiful, relaxed Edisto wedding day. The day greeted us with gorgeous sunny skies and
Michaela and Josh got married in an intimate ceremony at A Whitehouse Wedding on Wadmalaw Island this September. They came all the way from West Virginia to get married under the Spanish moss draped
Whitney and Tim got married in an intimate Cypress Gardens wedding last month and it was the most beautiful day, even though we had to dodge some rain. Their simple, yet romantic wedding day
Chelsea and Justin got married in an intimate Dogwood Downs wedding last month and it was the most beautiful day, even with the rain. When chatting with them a few weeks before the big
A few days ago I was working in my local Starbucks and I overheard someone talking about their wedding plans. They were on the phone with someone and said, βI honestly canβt tell the
I first met Jeff and Dena last January before they were engaged. Jeff had contacted me to gift a couples session to Dena for Christmas and when the time came for their session, I
When Rachel messaged me on Instagram to inquire about photography for her Hampton Park elopement coming up that weekend, it just seemed like it was meant to be. I was boarding a plane back
Kristin and Matt traveled all the way from Michigan to get married at Folly Beach, one of their favorite places. They were married this June in a “no shoes, no ties” ceremony with the
The Island House is the perfect venue for a laid back Lowcountry wedding with that romantic Charleston flare. This gem is nestled on a private island on the banks of the Stono River, just
There’s nothing better than starting a wedding day by styling and photographing bridal details. Styling the rings, shoes, invitations, and dress really get my creativity flowing. I enjoy photographing details so much, I recently
It’s almost the 4th of July and that’s got me thinking about fireworks and sparkler exits. Here in Charleston, sparkler exits are one of the most popular send offs and it’s no secret why.
Every time I walk up to the Legare Waring House, I can feel that old Southern charm exuding from every nook and cranny of the property. This historic home is located on the beautiful
Lacey and Kyle had the sweetest elopement at A Whitehouse Wedding and it was all planned in just 3 DAYS! Can you believe it? Lacey even found her beautiful gown in that time and
I am so glad to have been invited to be part of Cayman and Kumar’s wedding at Goldbug Island! These two are so incredibly sweet and spent their amazing wedding day surrounded by the
There’s a ton of wedding day advice out there and let’s be honest, it’s all relatively the same. I wanted to write out a few wedding day tips you may not have heard before
I love going to weddings as a guest! Theyβre always so much fun and I am always excited to see how the couple chooses to celebrate their marriage. As a wedding guest, I always
While hanging out in my house during quarantine last year, I had the idea to compile a list of South Carolina wedding venues A-Z. I jotted it down to remember later and now here
Last month I talked about some questions you should ask your wedding photographer. One of those was making sure they have a good backup system for your photos after they’re taken. This is SO
Brides spend so much time picking out their wedding details leading up to the big day. From their bridal accessories to their wedding stationary, these details can pull together the wedding day look and
Your bouquet is one of the best bridal details to invest in on your wedding day. A great bouquet adds so much to your wedding photos and can level up your detail shots. Plus,
3 Questions to ask a wedding photographer (and how they should answer) If you’ve found your way to this page, you’re probably recently engaged and are now navigating the wide world of wedding planning.
After their wedding day was postponed for the second time, they decided they didn’t want to wait any longer to get married. These two decided to plan a secret elopement on Folly Beach and
We’re just 52 days away from the first day of Spring! While I know there are so many Spring weddings being rescheduled and reformatted right now, Spring weddings will come back again and they’ll
When I was newly engaged and starting to plan my wedding, I initially decided I wouldn’t use a wedding planner. I had been to so many weddings as a guest and behind the scenes
In early December I got to attend a styled shoot and capture this romantic elopement at Oldfield Club, a venue that’s been on my wish list for a long time! Oldfield Club is the
Hooray! You’re engaged and planning a wedding with your favorite person in the whole wide world! As you’re navigating the sea of wedding planning and planning your budget, you may start to wonder if
At the beginning of December I participated in a styled shoot by The Shootout Society and finally got to work at Oldfield River Club. Oldfield has been on my venue wishlist for a LONG
Mallory and Josh’s Upstairs at Midtown wedding was my last of 2020 and I couldn’t think of a better way to wrap up the year! Their intimate Charleston wedding day was filled with so
I first met Katie when we were sorority sisters at the College of Charleston and we later shared a cubicle at my first post-grad job. When she reached out to me to photograph her
Elopements have become quite the norm in 2020 and I can’t say I’m mad about it. Elopements are so special and I love that they truly focus on the most important aspect of your
When selecting a photography package, one of the questions brides ask most is βDo I need a second photographer?β I offer a second photographer as an option in most of my wedding photography packages
I’m so glad to have been invited to photograph Tara and Aaron’s Wildberry Farm Wedding! Like many couples, Tara and Aaron’s original wedding day plans were derailed by COVID-19 leading them to find mostly
Chloe and Tyler came all the way to Savannah, GA from Illinois for their elopement in Forsyth Park. Chatting with Chloe over the phone prior to wedding day, I just knew this would be
2020 has been the year of elopements. Before this year, elopements were something I photographed only every once in a while but of course with COVID came a change of plans for many couples. Rather
Jessica and Arnaud’s story began when they met in Africa while working at a Safari resort together. Ever since, they’ve been adventuring around the world together and recently moved to Charleston before the pandemic
You know how they say if you put your dreams out into the universe, they might come true? Well, here goes nothing. It’s a little scary to just put this out there but everyone
I’m so excited to have been able to share this Forsyth Park elopement in Savannah with Ellie and Tyler. Like a lot of other couples, their original wedding plans were derailed by COVID. Originally
Fall is my favorite season for a wedding and well, I’m a little biased because I was a November bride myself. Kyle and I chose a fall wedding because we wanted a romantic, cozy,
It’s no secret that weddings have been scarce this year, thanks Rona! So today I’m reminiscing about all of the gorgeous details from Sara and Ian’s fall wedding at Dataw Island Club. It seems
During COVID many couples have opted to elope and have a big celebration later when family can join them instead of completely giving up their wedding day. While I’m sure this isn’t exactly what
Recently I got to help out with this Belfair wedding in Bluffton, SC and it was so gorgeous, elegant, and perfect in every way. While the original ceremony plan got re-routed because of rain,
Not too long ago, I got to assist at aΒ Magnolia Plantation weddingΒ and it was the most perfect day! The portrait time with the bride and groom had to be my favorite part.Β We took
Like a lot of 2020 couples, Emily and Jackson’s wedding day plans were altered by coronavirus. Instead of a large celebration with friends and family, these two decided on a Folly Beach elopement on
Right now thereβs a lot of rescheduling going on due to the very rude interruption of COVID-19. While youβre considering new dates, donβt rule out a winter wedding! There are so many perks to
Hey there! Your wedding day is approaching and youβre dealing with something that seems pretty daunting.. your wedding day timeline! How do you schedule time for all of the wedding day events AND have
1. Location, Location, Location Choose a getting ready location with lots of natural light and with plenty of room for everyone to get ready together. Keep an area near the window clear of clutter
Newly engaged and wondering how to make your wedding day the best it can be? Here I’ve compiled a few helpful tips for brides to be from my experience as a wedding photographer and
Β Back in February I got to photograph my cousin’s wedding day! Jonathan and Victoria were married at the Green Barn at Carnes Crossroads on Leap Day surrounded by their closest family and friends. Photographing
Cocktail hour is an essential part of the wedding day. In this time, right after the ceremony, I normally take family portraits and “just married” bride and groom portraits. The time taken for photos
Stuck at home because of COVID-19? Now is a great time to get some of that wedding planning checked off your list. While you can’t go anywhere or meet any vendors in person, there
Some of my very favorite Charleston wedding venues are hidden gems. The places I don’t really get to visit as often as the more well-known venues. There are so many more amazing venues than
Usually when we talk about getting ready tips, weβre talking to the bride and bridesmaids and the groom gets left out. Often times Iβve found that the groom and groomsmen really donβt know what
“What are your thoughts on first looks?” This is something I get asked all the time and the answer is, it’s totally a personal choice! My clients are not required to do a first
Maybe you have family and friends coming in from all over the country to celebrate your wedding day or maybe you’re having a destination wedding and want to create a truly Charleston wedding reception.
A while back I was able to assist at this Pine Lakes Country Club wedding in Myrtle Beach, SC. It was my first time working at this venue and let me just say, wow! This venue
I have been visiting this place for years so when I was asked to photograph Lauren and Corley’s Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site wedding ceremony in December, it was an enthusiastic yes! Lauren and Corley were
Whitley and Chad got married at The Barn on Summers Drive in October in a family focused affair and I love the way they laughed together during the entire day! This was the sweetest day and
Elopements are a true testament that there is no right way to get married. Some people have big, elaborate weddings, some have an elegantly styled ceremony, and some have a sweet and simple ceremony
One of the big photo events on your wedding day will be taking family photos with your grandparents, parents, siblings, and any other close family members. While this isn’t always the most fun part
Rosey and David’s Seibels House Wedding in Columbia, SC was a total winter wedding dream. This couple is so sweet and I had a terrific time photographing them and getting to know them. Rosey
Britany and Bryton’s Spring wedding at The Island House was so beautiful and perfect. These two are such sweet, down to earth people and I’m so glad they chose me to capture their special
Kaitlin and Drew’s Pepper Plantation wedding this winter was so cozy and elegant. Even though the day was windy, cold, and rainy Kait and Drew made the very best of the day and never
Brittany and Jimmy were married on a beautiful October day at North Charleston United Methodist Church in North Charleston, SC. After the ceremony and family photos on the church steps, they headed over to
Blair and Jason’s Cypress Trees Plantation Wedding was a Lowcountry dream. Located on Edisto Island, Cypress Trees Plantation’s gorgeous marsh views created the perfect atmosphere for Blair and Jason’s simple but elegant wedding day
Kayli and Will are two of the sweetest people and I’m so glad to have had the chance to photograph their wedding at Somerset Point! These two didn’t stop smiling the whole day and
The getting ready portion of the wedding day is one of my favorites. That moment when you’re hanging out with your besties, sipping mimosas, and finishing up your hair and makeup. I love to
In November, I took a trip down to Beaufort for Sara and Ian’s wedding at the gorgeous Dataw Island Club and gosh, what a beautiful place. When I first met this couple for their
Grace and Tom’s Wadmalaw Island wedding was absolutely perfect. The day was so full of southern charm with Rockville’s Spanish moss draped trees lining unpaved roads. This place is the Charleston wedding day dream!
Let me start by saying, WOW! Kate and Timere’s Hampton Lake Wedding was so joyful and so much fun! These two came all the way from New York state to get married in Timere’s
As soon as I got engaged, I could not wait to start dress shopping. Like so many girls, I’ve dreamed about my wedding gown since I was young but little did I know how
What can I say about Cat and Steve’s Lowndes Grove wedding? Such modern elegance! I’m so glad to have been a part of their relaxing summer afternoon wedding. First off, Lowndes Grove Plantation has
Elisabeth and Matt’s Unitarian Church wedding was elegant, joyful, and filled with so many great friends and family. The day included many smiles, laughs, and maybe even a few happy tears. They started their
When I think of Jenny and Brandon’s Cassina Point wedding all I can think is joy, joy, joy, joy, joy. The anticipation in both of theirΒ faces as they got ready, watching them exchange vows
Your wedding guests are there to love, encourage, and celebrate you on your wedding day. Congratulating, dancing, and “ooing and awing” are all typical wedding guest duties but one group of guests is particularly
Complete with a gold, sparkler topped cake, metallic decor, and a timeless bridal lookΒ Emily and Jared’s Upstairs At Midtown wedding was one classy Charleston soiree. To start the day, I met Emily and Jared
If you’re anything like me, you probably overanalyze every single line in your emails. As I’ve started contacting venues, photographers, and other wedding professionals to plan my wedding the thought of sending an email
Surrounded by close family and friends, Courtney and Joey were married in an intimate ceremony at the White Point Garden gazebo. The park made for a beautiful and serene backdrop for this young couple
You can’t go wrong with a Magnolia Plantation Conservatory wedding reception. It’s like having a secret garden party but inside, with air conditioning. The conservatory is filled with tons ofΒ tropical flora and potted orchids.
Thinking about having your bachelorette party or bachelorette weekend in downtown Charleston? In my opinion, there’s no better place. Brimming with history, beautiful secret gardens, and booming night life, there’s never a dull moment.
This backyard wedding in Charleston, SC has me swooning. What a perfect way to hold a summer shindig. Megan and Chris sure do have that coastal, casual style which made for a relaxing and
I first met Stephanie and her sweet daughter Eleanora at the Southern Bridal ShowΒ last summer. This April, Stephanie and Jeremiah tied the knot at Snee Farm Country Club in Mount Pleasant. They had an
This Magnolia Plantation engagement session is one for the books! As one of my sorority sisters, I was thrilled when I heard that Shelli was engaged and she asked me to take her engagement
After a few vacations to Charleston, Mike and Sheila decided to return for their very own White Point Garden Wedding. Before their ceremony, I met up with this couple at St. Philip’s Church. The
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