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If you’re searching for a Sullivan’s Island proposal photographer to capture your heartfelt beach engagement, you’re in the right place. I’m a Greenville, SC based couples photographer who frequently travels to the Charleston coast, including peaceful Sullivan’s Island, to photograph candid, romantic proposals that feel totally “you.” Whether you’re planning a surprise or dreaming up […]

Sullivan’s Island Proposal Photographer’s Guide to Beach Engagements

Sullivan’s Island proposal on the sand

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Adventure elopement photography is all about choosing meaningful moments over busy scenes and capturing your love in beautiful, authentic places. Whether you’re exchanging vows on a mountaintop or planning a spontaneous couples session just outside of town, the Upstate has so many dreamy spots for your story. If you’re searching for scenic, meaningful locations near […]

Adventure Elopement Photography Spots Near Greenville, SC

Adventure elopement photography on Bald Rock with couple dancing in front of Pretty Place cross

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As a Greenville SC couples photographer, I always aim to create sessions that reflect the true spirit of each couple. When it came time for our own engagement photos last summer, I treated them the same way I do for my clients—with intentionality, emotion, and all the meaning. We chose Black Balsam Knob, a breathtaking […]

How to Plan an Intentional Couples Session (From a Greenville, SC Couples Photographer Who Did Her Own!)

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Piney Grove Ranch offered an ethereal, lush backdrop for Marlee + Cameron’s wedding day. Even with light drizzle here and there, their celebration felt magical from start to finish. From clear umbrellas that added a whimsical touch to the seamless teamwork of all the vendors, the entire day flowed beautifully. I’m so thankful for a […]

Piney Grove Ranch Wedding | Marlee + Cameron

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When planning for Corey and Cody’s shoot, I knew a Grace Church Downtown engagement shoot in Greenville, SC was the way to go. There are so many Downtown Greenville SC photo locations, but Corey’s inspiration board called for white pillars. One of the few options in Greenville with just that vibe is Grace Church Downtown […]

Grace Church Downtown Greenville Engagement Shoot | Corey + Cody

Poinsett Hotel Downtown Greenville SC Couples Photo in front of the iconic clock

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They say at the Trevi Fountain in Rome, Italy, that if you throw a coin into the fountain, the city will bring you back once more. I guess that’s what happened 5 years later after I studied art abroad in college! Except this time (September 2023), I walked around the city with a low-grade fever, […]

Rome Photography

rome photography film emulation

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🌤️How often do you notice the sky? I feel like I only really started admiring the sky over the last few years.. I think after coming home from being surrounded by the ocean last summer, it made me view the sky as “my ocean”. I don’t have the endless sea to notice God’s balance of […]

You are valued (Luke 12:22-24)

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I love capturing each Furman University engagement session. They are some of my favorite sessions to photograph year round! My first ever paid couple’s session ($25 in 2018?!) was actually at the Furman University Rose Garden. (The couple found me through Facebook, I had no idea who they were, and I drove over to Furman […]

Furman University Engagement Session Spots for Photos

Furman University engagement photos by Greenville engagement photographer. Woman with short blonde hair flirts with fiancé touching him with a tennis racket.

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Charleston Instagram spots are fun to find—especially when you live in Greenville, SC, only 3 hours from this beautiful historic city!  I’ve visited this quaint city at least 5x (for day trips, CEO trips, spring break, summer holiday, and even when I won Hope Taylor Photography’s senior session giveaway!!). Its charm never gets old. It’s […]

Charleston Instagram Spots (Top 10)

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OOh, you finally booked that Greenville engagement session with me using this questionnaire. I’ll figure out a perfect spot for you guys based on all your answers. Let’s prepare for your session to get the most out of the day! Location This will depend on your questionnaire answer! I always love finding new spots with […]

How to Prepare for Your Greenville Engagement Session

Reedy River Falls Engagement Session