When love is in the air, Charleston is the perfect place to breathe it in. With its cobblestone streets, oak-shaded gardens, and slow Southern rhythm, this city doesn’t just host weddings; it inspires love stories. For travel-loving brides, a weekend getaway in or around Charleston offers the perfect balance of romance, history, and discovery. Whether…
When you’re newly engaged, every date feels like a little celebration. And if you’re planning your wedding in Charleston, you couldn’t ask for a more romantic backdrop. This city isn’t just about cobblestone streets and sunsets on the water. It’s a place where culture and cuisine come together in the most unforgettable ways. If you…
A heart-to-heart conversation for the bride who values what truly matters I see you there, beautiful bride-to-be. You’re juggling career demands, family expectations, and endless wedding planning lists that seem to grow longer each day. You’re craving something different – a celebration that feels authentically you, not a Pinterest board come to life. Let me…
Planning a wedding can be beautiful, but it can also feel like a lot. The endless decisions, shifting timelines, family input, emails, budgets … it’s no wonder that so many couples feel overwhelmed, even when they’re deeply excited. If you’re in that place right now, you’re not alone. And I want you to know this:…
No two love stories are the same and your wedding photography shouldn’t be either. At Leigh Hayward Photography, I believe your wedding gallery should feel like you. Not like a styled shoot. Not like someone else’s Pinterest board. But like a reflection of your story, your people, and the quiet moments that matter most. My…
When you look through your wedding gallery years from now, what do you want to feel? Not just what your dress looked like or how the flowers were arranged, but something deeper. The way your grandmother’s ring felt on your hand. The note your partner wrote that morning. The piece of lace sewn into your…
Many couples see their engagement session as a sweet bonus – a way to capture this exciting season or perhaps get a few photos for the save-the-dates or their wedding website. But what many don’t realize is that your engagement session is actually one of the most valuable investments you can make for your wedding…
One of the most heartwarming proposals I’ve had the honor of photographing unfolded along a quiet stretch of beach during golden hour. With the soft rhythm of the waves in the background, champagne on ice, and rose petals catching the breeze, it was a scene straight out of a love story. But what made this…
Many couples quietly worry about one thing leading up to their wedding day: What if I don’t feel like myself in front of the camera? It’s a completely normal feeling. You’re not alone, and you’re not expected to be a model. In fact, the most beautiful wedding photographs often come from moments that are unposed,…
One of the most unforgettable moments I get to witness as a photographer is a proposal and Charleston truly knows how to set the stage for magic! With its historic charm, golden sunsets, and skyline views, it’s no wonder that rooftop proposals in the Holy City are becoming a favorite for couples ready to say…