Leah and Rob’s wedding in Mountville, SC

Last weekend, we traveled 3½ hours outside of Charleston for Leah & Rob’s wedding in Mountville, South Carolina.

View their full album design here: http://charlestonwedding.com/#/wright/

Their wedding took place on Leah’s grandparents’ land, and I surely see why! Their wedding was well planned, uniquely decorated, and so much fun!  I truly enjoyed escaping Charleston for the day and photographing the rolling hills, tall trees and blooming dogwoods. Also, Leah and Rob’s family and friends are lighthearted, fun people to be around!

Here are a few of my favorites from their day. (We couldn’t have asked for better weather!) 

Second shooting Leah and Rob’s wedding with me was Charleston photographer Kip Bulwinkle from Karson Photography! Though he is way overqualified for the job as 2nd shooter, his creative eye and fun personality added a unique dimension into Leah & Rob’s wedding photography…and kept me on my toes!

The Diary of Anne Frank at Palmetto Christian Academy

Recently, I had the honor of doing a character photoshoot for Palmetto Christian Academy’s performance of The Diary of Anne Frank (starring Abby Pascutti!) 

View the slideshow of ALL of the images from the character shoot here: http://charlestonportrait.com/#/annefrank/

Get your tickets now…because every performance is already almost sold out! 

Palmetto Christian Academy Prom 2009

I had so much fun hanging out & photographing portraits for the Palmetto Christian Academy’s pre-prom party this past Friday evening! What a great looking bunch! (Seriously!)

I continue to be impressed with everyone I’ve met (students and faculty) at PCA. I recently photographed a character shoot for their upcoming performance of Diary of Anne Frank.

Remember….our studio does rocking senior portrait sessions! ALSO we are looking for senior models for our 2010 marketing….so, the next 5 PCA Seniors (or seniors-to-be) to call our studio get a FREE portrait session (just mention that you read our blog!)

http://charlestonportrait.com/#/pcaprom/

Wendy & Eric’s Wedding Album!

Wendy and Eric’s wedding album design is now online!

(Wedding and reception at St. Luke’s Chapel and the Francis Marion Hotel)

Also included in their album are photos from their prewedding portrait session at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens!

To see it, click here:
http://charlestonwedding.com/#/buck/

Kadie and Mark’s Wedding at Dunes West Country Club, Mt. Pleasant, SC

UPDATE:  The Album design is now available to view online!

I am particularly happy with some of the reception shots at this wedding!  The DJ (Complete Music) brought a phenomenal dance lighting setup (lasers and all!), and the Videographer had a video light that enabled some great non-flash opportunities for dance and toast pictures.  We discovered a new angle for the bouquet and garter toss, as well!

Dunes West, of course, offers endless opportunities for portraiture on the grounds.  We had a bit of challenge at this wedding due to heavy overcast and lots of April gnats.  But, as usual, adverse situations yield more creative results, as I have to think outside the box.

Shannon and Joel’s Wedding at Pelican’s Watch, Folly Beach, SC

UPDATE:  The Album design is now available to view online!

Shannon and Joel have some great stories from their wedding day–and the best ones won’t be in the album. (long story!)

This was my first full fledged wedding and reception at Pelican’s Watch, and I really liked it!  Dress it up, add friends and family, a spectacular sunset (Folly Beach has the best ones), perfect temperature, and no bugs, and it definitely it’s a great place for your wedding day!

Wendy and Eric’s Wedding at St. Luke’s Chapel MUSC and the Francis Marion Hotel

UPDATED: View the wedding album design here: http://charlestonwedding.com/#/buck/

It’s official!

Friday, April 17th, Wendy and Eric finally tied the knot at one of my most favorite Charleston venues, St. Luke’s Chapel at MUSC. The stained glass windows, porcelain tile floor and wood truss ceilings are perfect for weddings (and photography!) With the wholehearted support and excitement from all of their family and friends, their reception was in the Colonial Ballroom of the Francis Marion Hotel on King Street.

Here are a few of my favorite images from Wendy and Eric’s wedding:

 

Congratulations, you two!!!

 I’m working on Wendy and Eric’s album design now, and will be posting it soon!

Brent and Katherine’s Wedding Album!

 

Ta-daaa, Brent and Katherine’s wedding album is now online! 

Click here to view the slide show! http://charlestonwedding.com/#/bailey/

The Family Circle Cup on Daniel Island!

It’s April…time again for the Family Circle Cup at the Family Circle Tennis Center on Daniel Island!

This past Saturday, I had the pleasure of attending Day 1 of the qualifying rounds for the tournament. It was such a beautiful day to be outdoors!

Here are a few of the many photos I snapped for fun while sitting in the stands with my Canon 5D, 16-35 f./2.8 and 70-200 f/2.8 IS:

Click here to view the slideshow of ALL of the pictures!

Mashona Washington on the Gibson Court under I-526

Alison Riske

Abigail Spears

Mashona Washington

Last but not least, one of me!
(photo taken by my friend Doug Aumont)

The tournament will continue now through Sunday, April the 19th.
Still to come are matches with champions Elena Dementieva, Venus Williams, Vera Zvonareva, Nadia Petrova & many others!

For more information, visit http://familycirclecup.com/

Dustin, Ellis and Jackson’s Family Portraits at Blackbeard’s Cove in Mt. Pleasant

This was a fun shoot–  Dustin, Ellis and Jackson came out to Blackbeard’s Cove for a family portrait shoot.  It was a blast!