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  • Outdoor Charleston Wedding | Old Wide Awake Plantation | Megan + Rich

    “Leigh was an absolutely amazing photographer, she is so easy to work with and her energy is fun to be around. I feel like she could turn anyone into a model with her creative posing and uncanny ability to capture your best angle and lighting. She photographed my bridal portraits and wedding and pays such…

  • The Gadsden House Wedding | Kristen + Clayton

    Classic Southern Wedding at The Gadsden House I’m super excited to share the photos I took of Kristen & Clayton’s classic Gadsden House wedding in Charleston, SC. Read on to learn more about why this venue fits them and their love story perfectly! The couple knew they wanted to get married in Charleston, South Carolina…

  • Bridal Suite Tips for a Stress Free Wedding Day

    Tips for the Bridal Suite from a Seasoned Photographer Why the Bridal Suite Matters It’s no secret that the bride is the focal point of a wedding day, and it all begins in the bridal suite. Whether your wedding is taking place at a huge venue with hundreds of guests or is a more intimate…

  • Luxury Charleston Garden Wedding

    Charleston Garden Vision Wedding This editorial luxury Charleston garden wedding was planned by Baylye Burnette of Burnette Events. She chose the historic Governor Thomas Bennett House because it exemplifies a true Southern old-world sophistication. Wedding Party The day began with the model brides getting their hair and makeup professionally done. Once the bride’s dresses from Gown…

  • How to Create a Wedding Day Timeline

    Ensure your dream day runs smoothly with a wedding day timeline A well-organized wedding timeline is a must for your wedding day! Either your photographer or wedding planner can help you create a wedding day timeline to execute your dream day. More than likely not everything will go as planned and that’s completely normal when…

  • You Booked Your Dream Wedding Photographer; Now What?

    Hello there, engaged friend! So, you booked your dream wedding photographer; now what? 1. SCHEDULE AN ENGAGEMENT SESSION I include an engagement session with my wedding packages because it’s a win-win for both my clients and me. This session will make a HUGE impact on your wedding day.  I will arrive already knowing how you two…

  • Brandon + Michele’s Romantic Charleston Proposal | Charleston Proposal Photographer

    “Leigh was awesome! She made both Brandon and I feel very comfortable during the photo shoot. The pictures came out amazing and everyone has complimented them. Leigh does a wonderful job! I would recommend her to anyone. Thank you for your beautiful work, Leigh!” MICHELE Romantic Charleston Proposal I recently was booked to photograph a…

  • Eloping in Charleston: A Beautiful and Intentional Choice

      Why Choose to Elope? Eloping is a beautiful choice—an intentional decision to focus on what truly matters: your love and commitment to each other. As a Charleston elopement photographer, I am deeply inspired by couples who take a less traditional approach, choosing to celebrate their wedding day in a way that feels most authentic…