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LEEANN - rocks her dress! Columbia, SC bridal portrait photographer

We see a different bride almost every weekend, but some things never change.  One of those things is that moment, right before you see the bride.  It's the moment when you either get what you expected or are surprised.  Either way it is always exciting to see each brides dress, especially for her bridal portraits.  One great thing about doing a bridal portrait session is that you get a chance to get ready just like you would on your wedding day.  You get to test out not only your hair and makeup, but your alterations, shoes, the list goes on.  It's really a great opportunity to get beautiful photos of you in your dress, and give everything a test run.  We loved working with LeeAnn for her portrait.  Here are some favs! 

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JESSICA + BRIAN - wedding at Senate's End : Columbia, SC wedding photographers

Jessica and Brian are old souls.  Everything they had to offer was just a bit different.  They had their own flair and we loved every minute of it.  As a photographer, sometimes brides ask you very specific and pointed questions.  Questions you are not really sure how to answer because in an instant you see two outcomes.  One good, and one bad.  Jessica, was always the good outcome.  While she was getting ready, excitement was just buzzing through her and around the room, she turned to Aaron and said "Does my dress make you think of the little mermaid?"  How to answer that question?!  I (Aaron) smiled, and said, "It looks lovely.  Very different from anything I've yet to see."  Jessica responded proudly "I love it!  It reminds me of the Little Mermaid mixed with White Christmas!"  (a sigh of relief :)  )  That really set the tone for the whole day for us.  Jessica couldn't have been happier with any aspect of her wedding day....and it showed. I say Jessica and Brian are old souls because of the wonderful thought and detail put into their wedding day.  Jessica wore a silver pendant on her wrist.  A gift from her grandfather to her grandmother.  She even wore her grandmother's veil.  She had a style all her own, and everything had a wonderful elegance to it. We had the wonderful opportunity to do a first look with Jessica and Brian.  Brian was so excited he turned a whole 20 feet too early, but it was just as sweet and memorable :)  Their mass was beautiful and full of their personality.  You'll see one of our favorite photos of Jessica, turned around during the ceremony to give her parent's a wink and thumbs up!

 

The reception was an elegant affair with a first dance that brought the house down.  Another thing we love at weddings are surprises during the father daughter dance.  Jessica and her dad did not disappoint.  With elegant details and fun all around, their reception was a night to remember.  We loved being there.  We hope you enjoy some of our favorite memories from their day.

Be sure to check out vendor love below!

 

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MADISON + CHARLES - fairy-tale wedding at Hopeland Gardens and the Rye Patch

Madison and Charles really did have a fairy-tale wedding :) Everywhere you looked, there was something beautiful hanging, placed, or arranged.  From glass teardrop vases hanging from the trees, to the chandelier in the middle of the garden, their details were everywhere!  We loved Madison and Charles wedding not only from the outward beauty of the details, but from the wonderful love that Madison and Charles share for each other.  It is a love that seems to put a smile on everyone's face, and brings people together.  We loved working with everyone at their wedding.  One of our favorite elements of their wedding as the favors.  We were sure to include photos of them below.   Each guest was sent home with a bible.  They each had library cards with their parents signatures letting their guests know the importance of God in their relationship.  It was so sweet and such a unique favor for all of their guests.  Their love and laughter was everywhere, and enjoyed by everyone.  Even through the rain mid-ceremony, Madison and Charles were able to see the wonder in all parts of their day.  Charles was so excited to be married to Madison, he went in for the kiss not once, not twice, but three times before the officiant could get to the end :) We hope you enjoy some of our favorites from the day!

A huge and special thanks to everyone who was a part of this amazing wedding:

Gayle Crapps

Denise Bouknight (Mother of the Bride/Florist  extraordinaire) of ByDesign

Parkland Cakes

Rob Elwood of Partytime DJ's

Lexie (hair)

Carolina Couture

Ambient Media

All Star Rentals

Justin Smith - Minister

Adam Cullman - piano

 

Madison and Charles getting ready at Rose Hill Estate

Madison and Charles Wedding at Hopeland Gardens

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Madison and Charles Wedding at Hopeland Gardens

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