Tag: wedding planning

Venue Spotlight | Cypress Gardens

Venue Spotlight | Cypress Gardens Bride and groom in rowboat at Cypress Gardens

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 park features gorgeous cypress trees, a moss covered blackwater swamp, breathtaking natural spaces, and a picturesque stone bridge. Can you imagine […]

5 Things You Should Tell Your Photographer BEFORE Your Wedding Day

5 Things You Should Tell Your Photographer BEFORE Your Wedding Day wedding elopement at Cypress Gardens

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 wedding day to capture every detail and moment. To help the process run smoothly, there are definitely some things you should […]

Recently Engaged? Here Are Your Next Steps!

Recently Engaged? Here Are Your Next Steps! Hampton Park engagement photos

Did you know that Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day are 4 of the 5 most popular days of the year to get engaged? So if you’re sporting around a sparkly new rock, you’re not alone!  If you got engaged over the holidays, CONGRATULATIONS!!! This is such a special and […]

What Should I Look For In A Wedding Photographer?

What Should I Look For In A Wedding Photographer? white orchid bouquet - Wedding at Goldbug Island, Destination Gold Bug wedding venue in Charleston, SC

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, “I honestly can’t tell the difference between some photographers”. As much as we all try to stand out, I have to say she was accurate. A […]

My Top 3 Places For Bridal Portraits in Charleston

My Top 3 Places For Bridal Portraits in Charleston Wedding in downtown Charleston

One of my very favorite things is taking bridal portraits! Whether it’s on wedding day or at your bridal session, I love taking the time to capture the bride and all of her lovely details. Photographs that will be displayed for generations and fawned over by future daughters and granddaughters.  If you’ve chosen to book […]

3 Questions To Ask A Wedding Photographer (And How They Should Answer)

3 Questions To Ask A Wedding Photographer (And How They Should Answer) Pine Lakes Country Club Wedding in Myrtle Beach, SC

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. Congratulations! This is going to be so much fun! I’m here to help you in your search for a fabulous wedding […]

5 Reasons You Need A Second Photographer At Your Wedding

5 Reasons You Need A Second Photographer At Your Wedding wedding at Oldfield River Club

When selecting a photography package, one of the questions brides ask most is “Do I need a second photographer?” I offer a second photographer as an option in most of my wedding photography packages because having a second photographer can be extremely helpful in capturing all the special moments of your wedding day and keeping […]

Why a Winter Wedding in Charleston is Actually the Best

Why a Winter Wedding in Charleston is Actually the Best Pepper Plantation Wedding

Right now there’s a lot of rescheduling going on due to the very rude interruption of COVID-19. While you’re considering new dates, don’t rule out a winter wedding! There are so many perks to getting married in the winter months. Below, I’ve listed some reasons why a winter wedding in Charleston is actually the best! […]

The Wedding Day Timeline: Planning Time for Beautiful Wedding Photos

The Wedding Day Timeline: Planning Time for Beautiful Wedding Photos

Hey there! Your wedding day is approaching and you’re 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 time to take beautiful, magazine worthy portraits? Don’t worry, I’m here to help! Below I’ve constructed an ideal wedding day timeline […]

Getting Ready Tips For Brides + Bridesmaids

Getting Ready Tips For Brides + Bridesmaids

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 for putting on your dress! 2. Your Bridesmaids Should Get Dressed First Make sure your bridesmaids know to get ready before […]

4 Ways To Entertain Your Guests During Cocktail Hour

4 Ways To Entertain Your Guests During Cocktail Hour

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 after the ceremony can be shortened slightly if you’ve opted for a first look! But how can you entertain your guests […]

7 Things to Add to Your COVID-19 Wedding Planning Checklist

7 Things to Add to Your COVID-19 Wedding Planning Checklist

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 are so many things you can do online from your couch.   Here are a few things to add to your COVID-19 […]

Off The Beaten Path Wedding Venues near Charleston, SC

Off The Beaten Path Wedding Venues near Charleston, SC Wedding at Goldbug Island, Destination Gold Bug wedding venue in Charleston, SC

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 listed below, but here are a few of my favorite, off the beaten path wedding venues near Charleston.    1. Runnymede […]

5 Ideas for a Truly Charleston Wedding Reception

5 Ideas for a Truly Charleston Wedding Reception Charleston wedding reception oyster knife favors

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. These 5 ideas can help make it happen! 1. Go al fresco  In Charleston we are so lucky to have nice […]

Tips For Stress Free Family Photos on Your Wedding Day

Tips For Stress Free Family Photos on Your Wedding Day stress free family photo

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 of the day, these are some of the photos that you will cherish for generations. They will be some of the […]

Why An Engagement Session is SO Worth It

Why An Engagement Session is SO Worth It Couple under avenue of oaks at Hampton Park engagement session in Charleston, SC

Are you rocking a brand new engagement ring and wondering if you should book an engagement session before your wedding? You might be like me and feel awkward in front of the camera or maybe you just don’t see why you need engagement photos. Today, I’m sharing the reasons why engagement sessions are so worth […]

How To Date Your Fiancé | Charleston Wedding Photographer

How To Date Your Fiancé | Charleston Wedding Photographer Couple at Magnolia Plantation in Charleston, SC during their engagement photography session

He’s proposed, you’ve got the ring, and now the wedding planning begins. The day you’ve been dreaming about since you were young is now finally coming to life but until it does, it seems to consume your every thought. So how do you date your fiancé? How do you keep planning from getting in the […]

How To Email Wedding Vendors Like A Pro

How To Email Wedding Vendors Like A Pro Wedding rings at a Charleston SC wedding

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 to inquire about their services overwhelms me. I thought sending emails to my fellow wedding pros would be a piece of cake […]

Oh Hey October!

Oh Hey October!

As we’re awaiting the arrival of Hurricane Matthew here in the Lowcountry, I can’t help but reminisce about the recent sunny, warm September days. This post will be mostly personal as September was pretty slow for my business. September held some very exciting personal moments and the trip of a lifetime. The most exciting part, […]