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Trends for a Wedding Day change all of the time! I love seeing each Bride bring their own unique flair to their wedding day. While some may stick with the more traditional look there are always other ways to show your own touch on the big day. Some brides choose stunning shoes or fun hair […]

Choosing a Veil or No Veil

August 23, 2024

I spent a fabulous weekend with the new Mr. and Mrs. Crocker and when I say weekend I was there to capture every step of the way. Their Rehearsal Dinner was stunning in The Zone at Williams Brice Stadium. I love attending wedding where the couple includes all of the things they love and show […]

The Full Wedding Experience

July 19, 2024

One thing we’re certainly not lacking in Fall 2021 is COLOR! A major trend this year is rich, colorful, wedding pallets. Courtney and Taylor’s day took place at Tin Roof Farms, a stunning venue local to South Carolina in Saluda that boasts 75 acres of land with a barn, reception hall, Chapel, patio, and bride […]

3 Stunning Fall Weddings

October 12, 2021

As your photographer, I’ll tell you right away that I love love love first looks. But, this is definitely a decision you and your spouse have to agree on together. I totally understand and respect the tradition of waiting until you see each other walking down the aisle. But for today, I’ll share my own […]

Should I do a first look?

October 7, 2021

I’ll never forget the first conversation I had on the phone with Katherine. I felt like I had known her for years. I think we talked about everything but wedding details! Within minutes of talking, I was struck by the same thing that must’ve caught Ryan’s attention the first time he met Katherine, too: her […]

Venue at the Cotton Press in South Carolina

December 30, 2020

I was thrilled when Emily asked me to second shoot for her because she is so fun and extremely talented. Plus, who doesn’t love a Charleston Wedding?! Everything about the Acree’s wedding day was simply perfect. From Allison’s classic, form-fitting white dress to her gorgeous bouquet, she looked stunning. I loved her simple curls with […]

Simply Stunning Charleston Wedding

October 21, 2020

This year has not been easy for any of us, but my heart especially breaks for all the engaged couples who have had their wedding plans impacted. Despite all of the COVID-19 craziness, Patrick and Abby embraced all the changes, restrictions, and inconveniences and had a beautiful wedding day! Everything about The O’Brien Wedding was […]

A Classic, COVID Wedding in Columbia, South Carolina

August 24, 2020

They stood at the alter. Surrounded by their closest friends and family. Blush dresses. Black tuxedos. Katie and Jake said their vows and became husband and wife. This stunning chapel was perfect from start to finish. A place Katie had always dreamed of being married in since she was little. What originally started out as […]

Black Tie Southern Wedding In Rock Hill

June 17, 2020

Katie standing beside her husband in her elegant wedding gown and Jake snuggled into his bride wearing his black tux

I met Olivia when we both worked together at Columbia Skin Clinic and we became really great friends. While Olivia was living and working full time in South Carolina, Brandon was traveling around the world working as a Fighter pilot with the United States Air Force! Thank you Brandon for your amazing service! A few […]

Charleston Military Wedding in South Carolina

March 25, 2020