Do you need a second shooter? This is such a common question I get, and it truly depends on your needs and your wedding day timeline. However, here are a few things that make adding on a second shooter completely worth it. And it may not be for the reasons you think.

Why storytelling throughout your relationship makes your wedding photos even more meaningful. Walking through working with Megan and Cal from Megan’s grad photos to their perfect December wedding day at the Poinsett Club in Greenville, SC.

Gracie and Sam’s relationship through the years. From couples photos, to their proposal to their stunning wedding day at the Barn at Sitton Hill.

What is documentary style photography and how does it affect the timeline of your wedding day? Documentary style allows for more flexibility and allows your timeline to unfold naturally.

If you’re worried about feeling uncomfortable in front of the camera on your wedding day, you’re not alone. Thankfully, as a photographer, it is my job to make you feel comfortable and like you can be yourself, even with the camera around.

Documentary vs Editorial Wedding Photography: Which Style Is Right for You? A reflection on Gracie + Sam’s wedding day and how documentary and editorial style went perfectly with their timeline.

A wedding day has so many moments that I just LOVE. Hence why I am a wedding photographer haha. Here are a few moments that are my absolute favorites!

So many photographers market themselves as either editorial or documentary, but why can’t you be both? I love leaning into both styles to allow your wedding gallery to feel full.

Detail flatlays are one of my favorite things to photograph. They just add so much beauty to your gallery and encapsulate all the little details that make your day special. No two flatlays are the same. Here is my advice for how to make the most of these photos and what to include in your box.

Sometimes there are those sessions that just stick with you. This evening spent with Meagan and her boys was one of them.

Having a solid timeline is so important to making your wedding day run smoothly. A good photographer and planner will both help you to create timelines that ensure enough time for everything. Here are a few things to keep in mind when talking through it with them.

Sarah and Liam’s love story is a testament to faith, perseverance, and commitment even across the world. I am so happy to got to spend the morning in Downtown Greenville with them capturing their love.

It is so important to consider what to wear to your photography session. Tacky logos, hats, etc can make a beautiful photo look off right away. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when deciding what to wear for your engagement photos.

As someone who has shot in seemingly every spot in Upstate South Carolina, these are a few of my favorite locations that are sure to give you beautiful engagement photos.

Chris and Evan’s proposal was so meaningful to me personally because they are my friends. But apart from that, it was so personal and beautiful. The rain tried to change our plans, but we made it work anyway.

A stunningly perfect wedding day at the Poinsett Club in Greenville, South Carolina. Megan and Cal’s wedding was tastefully Christmassy with amazing personal touches and so much heart.

Hope and Killian’s wedding day at Charlyn Farms was the epitome of autumn perfection. Perfect weather, beautiful sun through the trees, and one of my favorite receptions ever. Their family brought the fun, and I will be thinking of this one for a long time.

Choosing your wedding venue is so important for ambiance and how your photos turn out. Considering things like natural light, the backdrop the venue is set against, and the vibe it gives off can make or break how your photos turn out.

You don’t have to have an elaborate wedding to have a beautiful marriage. So many more couples are now opting for eloping. Here is how you can still make that a beautiful reflection of your love.

Kayleigh Kamienski, a documentary and editorial style wedding photographer with true to tone editing, reflects on what she believes truly makes a luxury wedding and how you can have one too.