the journal

Addie and Sidney’s hometown wedding in Columbia, SC was truly stunning, with their ceremony in their local church. South Carolina had a rare snow stormed that happened the night before. That did not stop everyone from celebrating Addie and Sidney. Guest danced the night away in the history venue 701 Whaley  with the beautiful couple!    

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 […]

My cheeks hurt from smiling so much watching all of Taylor & Clint’s friends & family celebrate them. This sweet couple has been together for years and because of COVID-19, they had to push their wedding back to May 2021. However, their stunning day was well worth the wait. It was an absolute honor to […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Christian and Lexi’s beautiful June wedding took place at The Seclusion in Lexington, Virginia. One of my favorite things about this venue was the stunning view during their outdoor ceremony. From the gorgeous floral arrangements to the mountains in the background, it was a picture perfect spot. Lexi looked incredible in her lacy, sheer back […]

When I booked this wedding, I knew a destination trip was exactly what we all needed! Sitting down at a local Starbucks one evening, I felt like I had know Paul and Suzette for years. They were so laid back and fun to chat with, that I could not wait until their wedding in Hilton […]

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 […]