Mara & Charles // A Governor Thomas Bennett House Wedding, Charleston SC

I'll walk halfway around the world
Just to sit down by your side
And I would do most anything, girl
To be the apple of your eye
Well troubles, they may come and go
But good times, they're the gold
And if the road gets rocky, girl
Just steady as we go

-'Steady As We Go' by Dave Matthews Band

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Vendors:

Venue: Governor Thomas Bennett House
Wedding Planner: Alison McMaster of Masterfully Planned
Photographer: Lindsey A Miller Photography
Florist: Sarah York Grimshaw Designs
Hair Artist: Lindsey Johnson with Blushing Brides
Make-Up Artist: Blair Mathis with Blushing Brides
Caterer & Sweets: Cru Catering
Ceremony & Reception Music: The Emerald Empire Band
Rentals: Snyder
Lighting: TEC
Invitations or Printing: Kleinfeld Paper
Officiant: Rabbi Lebow
Wedding Dress Designer: Alvina Valenta
Bridesmaids Dress Designer: Alfred Angelo
Groom and Groomsmen Suits: Combatant Gentlemen
Videographer: Adam Siegel Films
Guest Transportation: Coastal Limo
Getaway Transportation: Charleston Pedicab

jessica & andrew // a goldbug island wedding in charleston, sc

I believe in memories
They look so, so pretty when I sleep
Hey now, and when I wake up,
You look so pretty sleeping next to me
But there is not enough time,
And there is no, no song I could sing
And there is no combination of words I could say
But I will still tell you one thing
We're better together.

-'Better Together' by Jack Johnson

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This day would not have been possible without these amazing vendors:

Ceremony & Reception Site: Goldbug Island
Cake Artist: Charleston Cakes Etc
Florist: 1-800 Flowers in Mt. Pleasant
Caterer: Jim N' Nicks Community BBQ
Music: Two Three Ways, Other Brother Entertainment
Rentals: Hughes Rentals
Officiant: Richard Bennett, www.mobilemarriage.com
Hair & Make-Up Artist: Jessica Cantey, Strawberry Blonde Salon
Wedding Dress & Bridesmaids Dresses: Jean's Bridal
Groom and Groomsmen Suits: Jean's Bridal

Marissa & Andrew // A Charleston Harbor Resort and Yacht Club Wedding

And so I'm sailing through the sea
To an island where we'll meet
You'll hear the music fill the air
I'll put a flower in your hair
Though the breezes through the trees
Move so pretty you're all I see
As the world keeps spinning round
You hold me right here right now

- "Lucky" Jason Mraz

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This day would not have been possible without these amazing vendors:

Ceremony Site: The Beach at Charleston Harbor Resort
Reception Site: The Yacht Club at the Fish House Restaurant
Cake: DeClare Cakes
Florals: Out of the Garden
Caterer: Charleston Harbor Resort
Music: Pinnacle Light and Sound
Hair and Makeup Artist: Vanity Salon
Wedding Dress Designer: Stella York From The Crystal Bride
Bridesmaids Dresses: Bill Levkoff
Groom Suit: Tasso Elba
Groomsmen Suites: Tommy Bahama
Videographer: Chap Fowler

Kelly & Brent // A Charleston Harbor Resort Wedding

I don't dance, But here I am
Spinning you round and round in circles
It Ain't my style, but I don't care
I'd do anything with you anywhere
Guess you got me in the palm of your hand
Cause, I don't dance

-'I Don't Dance' by Lee Brice

The beach will always be a destination - for travelers, for families and for lovers.  At the beach, time moves slower, food tastes sweeter, and memories last a lifetime.  It's no wonder so many of my brides and grooms come to the beach to celebrate their union.  

Kelly and Brent traveled from North Carolina to be married on the beach, surrounded by their closest family and friends on a gorgeous day in May.  Kelly is one of the most genuine and sweetest people I have ever met and it was so obvious that she is loved dearly by her family and friends.  All her sweet girlfriends kept dropping by the hotel room to say hello and catch a glimpse of her before the ceremony.  Her adorable niece and nephew stole the show with their playful cuteness.  But nothing could compare to the gorgeous bride in her striking Kelly Faetanini dress.  I'm sure Brent thought the same as he watch Kelly walk down the beach towards him.  There was nothing but smiles.

After their ceremony, Kelly and Brent boarded the Fate sailboat for a dreamy sunset cruise on Charleston Harbor.  The sailboat cruise was so special for them because it is the same boat they sailed on the weekend they were engaged in Charleston!  This classy couple rocked all of their portraits on the boat and made my job effortless.

 The rest of the evening was spent laughing, dancing and making memories with all those who came to celebrate with the bride and groom in Charleston.  I was so happy to be a part of this wonderful celebration.  Thank you Kelly and Brent!!  :)

Special thanks to my second photographer Jen Baltgalvis for all of her hard work!

This day would not have been possible without these amazing vendors:

Ceremony Site: The Beach at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina
Reception Venue: The Sunrise Terrace at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina
Wedding Planner/Day-Of Coordinator: Kerri Leigh Weddings + Events
Cake or Sweets Artist: The Cake Stand
Florist: Out of the Garden
Caterer: The Fish House
Reception Music: Dj Adam Andrews
Officiant: Rev. Mike Gates
Hair Artist: Stephanie Shropshire
Make-Up Artist: Bryn Golob of Bryn Makeup Artistry
Wedding Dress Designer: Kelly Faetanini from Bellissima Bridal Boutique
Bridesmaids Dresses: Monique Lhuillier from Bellissima Bridal Boutique
Groom Suit: H. Freeman
Transportation: Fate Sailboat of Charleston Sailing Charters

Jessica & Chris // A Charleston Society Hall Wedding

Baby
We've come a long way
And baby
You know I hope and I pray
That you believe me
When I say this love will never fade away

Oh, because
You are the best thing
You are the best thing
You are the best thing
Ever happened to me

- "You Are The Best Thing" Ray Lamontagne

I was so excited to be a part of Jessica and Chris’ spring wedding earlier this year.  I photographed Jessica as a beautiful bride at her bridal session and I could not wait for Chris to see her on the wedding day!  

Their wedding day was full with family and friends, love and smiles.  The ceremony was held at Lutheran Church of the Redeemer and afterwards, the couple and the wedding party made their way downtown for portraits on the beautiful historics streets of Charleston.  The celebration continued at Society Hall in true southern style.  Jessica and Chris were announced as husband a wife and wowed us all with a beautifully choreographed dance, complete with a twirling bride and swooning dip.  As the sun set on a beautiful Charleston evening, delicious food was shared, loving words were spoken and kisses were stolen on the dance floor.  After a night of memories created, Jessica and Chris bid farewell to their guests and depart via one of my favorite Charleston getaways - a wedding day pedicab!  Thanks so much to the fantastic couple for allowing me to celebrate this amazing day with them and their families and friends.

Special thanks to my second photographer Jen Baltgalvis for all of her hard work!

This day would not have been possible without these amazing vendors:

Ceremony Site: Lutheran Church of the Redeemer
Reception Venue: South Carolina Society Hall
Wedding Planner: Cathy Amende
Florist: Charleston Blooms
Cake Artist: Gala Desserts
Caterer: Cafe Catering
Ceremony Music: Katie Holland
Reception Music: DJ Mateo with OtherBrother Entertainment
Rentals: Snyder Events
Printing: Howell Printing
Officiant: Pastor Ryan Lyles
Hair Artist: Katie Jones at Grace Salon
Wedding Dress: Victoria Nicole
Bridesmaids Dress: J.Crew
Groom and Groomsmen Tuxes: Men's Wearhouse
Transportation: Charleston Pedicab

Lydia & Baird // A No. 5 Faber Wedding in Charleston, SC

Well you send my life a whirling
Darling when you're twirling
On the floor
And who cares about tomorrow?
Girl, what more is tomorrow?
Than another day.

When you swept me away
Yeah you swept me away
Yeah you swept me away

-'Swept Away' by The Avett Brothers

The new year is all about starting something new and what a perfect time to have a wedding!  Lydia and Baird are an amazing couple, so in love, and so happy to get married.  On their January wedding day, they were surrounded by amazing family and friends, all celebrating their love and the new year.  It was such an incredible day!

After spending the morning with friends and family, the couple saw each other for the first time as a bride and groom at the Old Pitt Street Bridge in Mt. Pleasant. Baird's reaction to his beautiful bride was priceless and all he could do was hug his beautiful lady.  The couple and their handsome wedding party gathered for photos in the gardens of the always beautiful St. Luke's Chapel in downtown Charleston.  After their ceremony in the chapel, the entire celebration moved to the brand new No.5 Faber for dinner and dancing and memories.   The Charleston Wedding Band kept everyone on their feet all night until the couple departed on the cobblestones under a shower of lavender petals.  The entire day was a wonderful celebration for an amazing couple.  I am so happy I was able to be a part of their special day!  Congrats Lydia & Baird!

Special thanks to my second photographer Adam Chandler and assistant Kelsey Miller for all of their hard work!

This day would not have been possible without these amazing vendors:

Wedding Planner: Maryann Hoyt with The Event Cooperative
Ceremony Site: St. Luke's Chapel
Reception Venue: No.5 Faber
Cake Artist: Publix
Florist: Suzie Lombardo with Statice Floral Couture
Caterer & Bar Service: Trae with Granville's Catering
Ceremony Music: Classical Charleston
Reception Music: Charleston Wedding Band
Rentals: Snyder Rentals
Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas
Officiant: Ben Caldwell
Hair Artist: Janie at Canvas Salon
Make-Up Artist: Erika Grace Powell
Wedding Dress Designer: Watters
Bridesmaids Dresses: Jenny Yoo
Groom and Groomsmen Tuxes: Joseph A Banks
Transportation: Kamatta Express