Bringing some summer party inspiration to the blog this Friday! These images were taken for Spoleto Festival USA’s Orchestra Party at a private residence in Downtown Charleston. I’m in love with the yellows and oranges used throughout the space and the luxe garden party vibe curated so beautifully by Gregory Blake Sams Events.
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 […]
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 […]
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 swoon worthy views everywhere you look. Imagine a ceremony by the river, al fresco dining, and a beautiful sunset on the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 grounds of Charles Towne Landing and sits at the edge of the most majestic, Spanish moss draped avenue of oaks. 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 and will help level up your wedding day! 1. If you want to do a first look but still want that […]
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, you can repurpose your bouquet after your ceremony and portraits by using it as a reception centerpiece. Couples typically place their […]
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) 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 […]
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 and felt like I knew how things worked. The farther I got into my planning journey, the more stressed out I […]
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 […]
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! […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 as a bride myself. These tips will help to make your wedding day go off without a hitch! 1. Make a […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
“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 look but, I want to share the benefits a first look because I want my couples to have all the facts! […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 daunting it would feel to get ready for my first appointment. While every bride has anxieties when they are looking for their […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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