Your wedding day is so much more than a series of events – it’s the beginning of a new chapter in the story of your life. A collection of fleeting glances, quiet anticipation, joyful laughter, and deeply meaningful moments that deserve to be remembered with care and intention. Honest, tasteful, and intensely personal storytelling is…
Featuring Jennifer & Aaron’s Elegant Celebration at Dunes West Country Club A timeless love story is one that grows and lasts with the people who experience it. I feel honored to document not just beautiful wedding days, but meaningful beginnings. This series is a celebration of real Charleston couples whose stories are as heartfelt as…
For the bride who values refined beauty, thoughtful details, and a deep sense of place, Charleston offers something extraordinary. Its historic charm isn’t just about grand architecture and cobblestone streets. It’s about atmosphere. At Leigh Hayward Photography, I’ve had the privilege of capturing love stories among Charleston’s most treasured landmarks. Here, I’ve gathered favorite locations…
Planning an intimate wedding in Charleston is one of life’s most beautiful journeys. This city, rich with history and charm, invites couples to celebrate love in settings that feel both timeless and deeply personal. But crafting a wedding day that reflects your unique story takes more than a pretty backdrop. It takes a planner who…
Where tradition meets elegance, and love stories are made timeless. Charleston, South Carolina, offers some of the most romantic wedding venues in the world. Its rich history, charming streets, and breathtaking landscapes make it the perfect place for the modern bride seeking a wedding venue that blends classic elegance with contemporary flair. Whether you dream…
Your wedding day will be filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories, but if you’re not intentional, it can also fly by in a blur. As a Charleston wedding photographer with over two decades of experience, I’ve seen how fast the hours go once the day begins. The good news is that there are ways…
An engagement session is so much more than just a photo shoot. It’s an opportunity to capture the essence of who you are as a couple. As a Charleston wedding photographer, I’ve seen firsthand how meaningful engagement portraits go beyond just pretty pictures. They reflect your journey, passions, and the little details that make your…
Your wedding day unfolds in a beautiful blur of emotions, laughter, tears, and fleeting moments that pass almost too quickly to absorb. While the perfectly posed portraits will always have their place in your wedding album and on your walls, it’s often the unscripted, candid wedding photographs that become the most treasured over time. As…
Your wedding day is one of the most memorable moments of your life, and naturally, you want those memories captured beautifully. Yet, many brides feel nervous about being photographed all day. As a Charleston wedding photographer with over 20 years of experience, I’ve helped countless brides overcome camera anxiety and shine on their special day….
As a professional photographer, I’ve been photographing weddings in Charleston since 2001. There’s nothing quite like capturing a couple’s special day in this gorgeous city. After all these years behind the camera, I’ve developed some definite favorites when it comes to romantic wedding venues in Charleston. Legare Waring House The Legare Waring House is incredible….