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At the heart of George and Rachel’s relationship is a beautiful friendship. They truly are each other’s best friends and strongest supporters. While they enjoy shared activities, they also like their individual hobbies. Their bond of almost five years is filled with laughter and mutual respect, and they are eager to start a family of their own and begin their lives together. It was so sweet to capture this precious season with Rachel and George as fiances with Greenville engagement photos!

About Rachel & George

One of their favorite pastimes is watching TV together. Early on in their relationship, they created a long list of TV shows and movies to watch. They are still working through that list today! Their weekday ritual includes watching Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy during dinner. They also love outdoor activities, particularly long bike rides on the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Over the years, they’ve embraced “at-home” date nights and love trying out new recipes together. Traveling is another passion of theirs, even though Rachel admits she’s not the biggest fan of flying.

How They Met

Rachel and George’s journey began back in middle and high school, where they shared mutual friends. But the funny thing is, these two really didn’t hang out back then. It wasn’t until they both moved back to Greenville after college that they reconnected at George’s annual birthday bonfire in 2018. Since then, they’ve navigated the highs and lows of life together. From job layoffs and the loss of George’s grandparents to buying a house and witnessing the birth of George’s identical twin nephews, their experiences have only strengthened their connection as a couple.

George’s love for outer space adds a unique touch to their story. Every year, on the anniversary of his brother’s passing, they visit the planetarium at Roper Mountain Science Center. This tradition honors his brother’s memory and brings George joy on a difficult day.

Despite their differing personalities—George being an introvert and Rachel more outgoing—they find a fun balance in their relationship. They’re homebodies who cherish social interactions but also value their alone time to recharge. I loved getting to know them and their personalities better at this session!

George and Rachel’s Greenville engagement photos capture the essence of their love story. It’s a story of friendship, resilience, and unwavering support. Keep scrolling for all the fun photos from their session!

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Emily and Stocks love exploring new distilleries and breweries, so it made perfect sense to have their wedding at Southern Bleachery. This venue is right next to their favorite brewery, 13 Stripes. More on this later. Emily and Stock’s wedding day was full of laidback fun, and I’m so excited to share it with you on the blog!

The Ceremony

Emily and Stocks opted out of a first look because they wanted the first time seeing each other to be when Emily walked down the aisle. But Emily did share a super sweet first look with her dad that had us all in tears! Stocks and Emily met as camp counselors, and the alter backdrop displayed a verse from the camp song which is called “Carolina Gave Me You.” Plus, we made sure to get the newlyweds a private moment after the ceremony, as they shared a little walk across the street to 13 Stripes Brewery to grab a beer together.

The Reception

When I asked what Emily was looking forward to most about her wedding day, she described, “Dancing with Stocks. Celebrating with our friends. We don’t normally dress very formally, so I’m excited for the excuse to dress up and dance to be honest.” And Emily looked stunning in her gown! Just wait to see.

Emily and Stocks’ thoughtfulness was evident throughout every single detail and decoration piece. They chose Southern Bleachery for it’s rustic and industrial feel. But they also liked that they could add their own touch with decor to personalize this space. Their love for breweries showed up in the centerpieces being repurposed whiskey and scotch bottles! Aside from the open bar, the couple created a custom cocktail, “Bourbon Peaches” too!

Stocks is very close to his fraternity brothers, so the reception was full of dancing and fun with this lively bunch! To add to the fun twists of the day, Emily and Stocks planned a “breakfast for dinner” theme with a dessert table, no cake. Instead of the traditional wedding cake, they surprised their guests with donuts! And not just any donuts. Krispy Kreme were delivered as a late night snack, and everyone was happy about that (including me!).

Vendor Team

Wedding Planner: Bluebird Events
Venue: Southern Bleachery
Hair: Nomadic Beauty
Makeup: Reagan Michele MUA
Flowers: DIY by the bride!
Band: 1st Generation Band
Catering: Chef 360

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Halle and Collier’s relationship is built on a foundation of friendship. They are each other’s best friend! Through their Hotel Domestique engagement photos, I really wanted to focus on the love, humor, and playfulness that’s infused into their relationship. Halle and Collier joke around, exchange playful insults, and love to show off our friendly sassiness. It adds an extra layer of fun, and I was all about it!

Beyond all the fun & games, Halle and Collier share core values of their faith in Jesus. They are committed to following His direction in their relationship, marriage, and future family. And these two said, “Whether it’s during our lowest or highest points, we’re always there for each other.”

When I asked about their love story, Halle and Collier told me they met through their mutual friend, Caitlyn, when they were 19! They broke up after 7 months and never saw each other or spoke to each other for a little over one year. Eventually, though, God had bigger plans, and these two found their way back to each other. They started dating again in August of 2022. And they are recently engaged in December 2, 2023! (Fun fact: Caitlyn is Halle’s maid of honor!)

“We can’t keep surprises from each other!!” Halle said. “For instance, I knew about Collier’s proposal in advance.” She says that her knowing about it still added an element of excitement and anticipation to the moment. She felt like she was more nervous than he was!

I’m so excited to share more of these two and their beautiful Hotel Domestique engagement photos on the blog today! Contact me today about your engagement session.

I have the most incredible sailboat proposal for you! This one is extra special, because a very special person was involved- my sister, Taylor. On October 22, I was packing up my camera gear getting ready to leave Hannah & Hunter’s wedding when my phone buzzed. It was Collin (my sister’s boyfriend), and I knew from that very moment why he was calling me. You see, I had told him if he was going to propose that I’d better know about it. And I’m certainly glad he listened! 🙂

Fast forward almost a month later, on November 18, and it was finally the day that we would remember forever! My family was staying at the amazing Villa in Folly Beach. What my sister, Taylor, didn’t know was that we were keeping a little secret. Funny enough, we kept the secret from my mom until the day before too!

Collin chartered a boat, and my husband, Bryce, and I both got to photograph the proposal, hiding just below deck. Y’all! When I tell you, no lie, my heart was racing at 120 beats per minute while we awaited the signal- the captain tapping on the door. Just call us undercover spies I guess!

It was unseasonably warm for November. And in true fairytale-like fashion, there was a pod of dolphins swimming around the boat. Talk about a perfect moment! After we captured Taylor’s enthusiastic “YES!” we told her we had to leave quickly to go pick up our kids from my in-laws house. However, we we were back up to the shenanigans again! In reality, we were racing back to the house to prepare for the surprise celebration to come.

Collin told Taylor they were stopping by a family friend’s (Keri) house in Folly to tell her the news. When they arrived there were 50 of their closest friends and family ready to celebrate! Collin’s mom had arranged for an amazing bbq dinner, and we laughed and talked the night away. It was the best day celebrating my baby sister who is so special to me!

We will remember this night forever, and I’m so excited to relive it with you on the blog today!

Boat: Water Music Charters

Catering: Lewis BBQ

Sheridan and Parker tied the knot at a private residence that is very meaningful to their family. It was the most gorgeous blush pink wedding in Taylors, SC. I cannot wait to share more from this wedding with you on the blog today!

Choosing to celebrate their special day in this intimate setting allowed highlighted their love for family and tradition. Sheridan’s vision for her wedding day was “effortlessly put together, romantic, and simple with antique/thrifted decor.” She definitely accomplished this vision! The prettiest hues of blush and light pink were all around, and I was obsessed with the setup!

Kind Words from the Couple

Here is what Sheridan and Parker had to say about their experience with me as their wedding photographer:

“You were confident. The photos didn’t feel awkward or too posed. You gave great direction when needed but also stepped back to capture the perfect candids and emotion shots. You were so very kind and created a space that felt comforting and safe on a day that could be stressful. Also, the photographs turned out beautifully and true to life on that day.“

I’m not crying, you’re crying! Getting sweet feedback like this from my couples is just the best! I don’t ever take it lightly that my job is to preserve lasting legacies for my couples. And it’s just a cherry on top when they have such kind things to say about the experience.

Keep scrolling for all the pretty images from their blush pink wedding in Taylors, SC. And a big congratulations, Sheridan and Parker!

Vendor Team

Flowers: Petals and Company
Cake and Food: Publix Catering

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When I asked Rachel and Jackson to describe their relationship, they told me, “We are best friends and our truest selves around each other.” And if that statement doesn’t also perfectly describe their Max Patch engagement session, I don’t know what does! We ventured to the gorgeous Blue Ridge mountains for an evening of flirty touches, sweet kisses, and a celebration of the love these two share!

One thing about my style as a photographer: I’m fully invested in your love story and what makes it unique. When my couples put a fun, new twist on a classic engagement session, it makes my photogrpaher heart so happy! After all, I’m in the business of capturing you just as you are, in this moment together. And in the hustle and bustle of wedding planning, it can be easy to get caught up in the planning and forget to stop and soak in the moments. That’s why engagement sessions are so important to me. They give my couples a chance to take a breather and connect. And even get away to a fun location like Max Patch.

A Unique Love Story

The unique little details for Rachel and Jackson’s photos included a sweet little picnic, complete with charcuterie. And as the sun started to dip in the sky, Rachel and Jackson began to write love notes to each other that they would later read on their wedding day. I’m not crying; you’re crying!! You see, letters are extra special for this couple. After they first met, Rachel and Jackson were separated just four weeks later. Jackson was headed for a 6-month Army training, and their only communication was through pen and paper.

Here’s what the couple said about “going back in time” with their first communications as a couple. “It was very challenging to have so much distance and so little communication after only knowing each other for a matter of weeks. But we knew that this was something special and neither of us ever questioned the other’s commitment.” As soon as Jackson returned, their connection picked up right where it had left off. And they attribute that success to trusting God’s plan and turning to him together, for ultimate peace.

From heartfelt picnics to panoramic views, every element of their session spoke volumes about their deep bond. I was so honored to capture such a special and fun-filled connection. Enjoy more from Rachael and Jackson’s Max Patch engagement session on the blog today!

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