THE JOURNAL

Every once in a while, life reminds us just how small the world can be. That’s exactly what happened when I received an inquiry for an engagement session from Nich. The email began with, “I’m sure you remember me,” and went on to explain that he and his girlfriend would be visiting Charleston. By coincidence, […]

Capturing a one-year-old’s cake smash session is one of the most fun and chaotic experiences in children’s photography! These sessions aren’t just about the mess, but about celebrating your baby’s first birthday and the incredible milestone it represents. For this session, we took on a surfer theme—perfect for a little boy who loves the beach! […]

Charleston has long been a favorite for destination weddings, and it’s easy to see why. In fact, Charleston has once again been named Travel + Leisure’s ‘Best U.S. City’ for the 12th year in a row! It’s no wonder that Brooke and Matthew wanted their classic engagement session in downtown Charleston and their wedding in […]

In the South, as the summer heat intensifies, weddings tend to slow down. It’s during this season that photographers like myself have the opportunity to travel, explore new places and participate in styled wedding events. Recently, I had the pleasure of attending a styled wedding event at the stunning Caledonia Golf and Fish Club in […]

Planning and capturing a surprise proposal is always a fantastic adventure. So, when Brad reached out via my website’s contact form regarding a surprise proposal, I was immediately excited and ready for something special. We scheduled a consultation phone call to iron out details on the location, my role during the proposal, and how we […]

I first met Samantha MacMartin when she contacted me to photograph her youngest son’s first birthday celebration. A year later, Samantha contacted me again, but this time it was to document the entire MacMartin family. Meeting the rest of Samantha’s family and spending a beautiful evening at Hampton Park in Charleston was wonderful. Hampton Park […]

Imagine a scene where your little one is surrounded by delicious donuts, ready to dive into a world of sugary fun. As a photographer, these moments are pure joy, capturing the sweet delight and playful mess of a donut-themed cake smash session. Join me as we explore the magic of a donut cake smash, where […]

Planning a family photography session is always exciting, especially when it’s a surprise for Mother’s Day. Patrick contacted me with the idea of capturing family moments at the Isle of Palms Beach in South Carolina. The plan was to surprise his wife, Sarah, while they were vacationing there. However, Patrick soon realized that packing his […]

Surprise Proposal The surprise proposal session began at the base of the Acropolis Hill and Parthenon in the Plaka residential district of Athens, Greece. Backdrops of Plaka The backdrop scenery shifted from the rustic charm of historic homes and ruins to soft pastel tones of pinks and blues. The couple walked and found a European […]

Imagine a scene straight out of a childhood dream: a little one, covered in swirls of creamy ice cream frosting, their laughter ringing out as they dive into a delightful ice cream cake for their first birthday. As a photographer, these moments are pure magic. Capturing the sweet joy and messy fun that comes with […]