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  • Charleston SC Wedding Photographer: Hi! I'm Aly Greer, a wedding photographer for Charleston and worldwide. I share love stories, wedding tips, and photoshop magic. I love my family, coffee, donuts and dogs! Do we have anything in common?

    Photography in the Modern South: What does the "modern south" mean? For me, it means tradition with a twist. Think front porches, comfort food, bowties, nice manners...meets urban farming, pinterest projects, thrift store shopping, breaking the rules...and top it off with a little splash of "bless their heart." I live in Charleston (definitely the modern south), but am also available to travel worldwide.

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Lowndes Grove Bridal Session: Hilary

Now that Hilary and Wil are married, I can finally share her lovely bridal session at Lowndes Grove Plantation. This venue is one of my favorites for bridal portraits since it has beautiful indoor and outdoor options. Hope you enjoy this Charleston bridal session and stay tuned for their wedding on the blog next week!

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Venue: Lowndes Grove

Dress: Monique Lhuillier

Hair and Makeup: Slate Hair and Makeup

To see Hilary and Wil’s engagement session, click here. 

Charleston Engagement: Sara & Wesley

This Charleston engagement shoot was extra special because it was for some dear friends! While working through these photos I could not get over just how joyful Sara and Wesley look. We laughed so much during the shoot that it didn’t even feel like work!  Despite having to duck under some windowboxes to escape a quick rain shower downtown, the rain was totally worth it since we lucked out with a rainbow and gorgeous sunset at the end of the shoot. Can’t wait for their wedding at Boone Hall next year!

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Charleston Engagement: Catalina & Corwin

Happy Monday! Its been about a week since I photographed Catalina and Corwin’s engagement session and I’m still so happy that they included their love for oysters (and a fun stop at The Darling Oyster Bar) in their shoot! Incorporating personal details into your engagement photos is such a fun way to make them unique. 🙂 These two are getting married at the Legare Waring House next year and I can’t wait to photograph them again under the lovely oaks there! Check out more of their Charleston Engagement session below:

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Charleston Engagement Session: Jessica and Brooks

Last weekend was full of engagement sessions, and photographing Jess and Brooks at her alma mater added such a fun personal element to their shoot! C of C’s Cistern Yard is a gorgeous spot for photos and it didn’t disappoint. These two have known each other for years, and the level of comfort they have with each other was so fun to document. Can’t wait for their wedding next year at William Aiken! Hope you enjoy this Charleston engagement session!

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Francis Marion Wedding: Victoria & Austin

Victoria and Austin had a sweet ceremony at St. Luke’s followed by a reception at Francis Marion last weekend. These two not only gave each other really thoughtful gifts but they wrote their own vows! When Austin finished his with “I can’t wait to grow old with you,” I don’t think I was the only one wiping away some tears.  Their reception had an amazing dance party along with lots of fun surprises for their guests…a chocolate fountain, corn hole, and late night pizza! Hope you enjoy this Francis Marion wedding – happy weekend friends!

Photo by Melissa Griffin
Photo by Melissa Griffin

Venue: Francis Marion Hotel

Ceremony: St. Luke’s

Dress: Anne Barge from Bridals by Jodi

Bridesmaids: Morning Lavender

Paper Goods: Invitations by Dawn

Florals: Forever Flowers Charleston

Cake: Cakes by Kasarda

DJ: Island Sound