Maura & Andrew's Isle of Palms Wedding

Charleston is one of my favorite cities– especially in the fall when the temperatures are just about perfect and the humidity isn’t quite as powerful. Maura and Andrew had this perfect weather at the beginning of November for their wedding! Their big day was at Wild Dunes Resort on the Isle of Palms, right outside of Charleston. This venue served as the perfect backdrop for these two, especially since Maura grew up coming to Wild Dunes on family vacations. Not only were they both gorgeous, they also were the sweetest, and I felt so honored to capture their big day!

All images shot for Sam Stroud Photography

Venue- Wild Dunes

Charleston Styled Shoot (part two!)

For the second part of the styled shoot, I focused on the details. I loved this color palette. It’s extremely vibrant, yet slightly muted at the same time. Also if you scroll down you’ll see the amazing tree/flower installation. I’ve never seen anything like it before, but it definitely pushes the boundaries with where you would normally see florals being used, and I love it.

Planner- Kim Newton, Flowers- Petal Flower Co., Ring- Suzie Saltzman,

All images shot for Sam Stroud Photography

Charleston Styled Shoot

I’m excited to post something outside of normal weddings or engagement sessions! Almost a year ago now I was part of styled shoot in Charleston, S.C. The first part of the shoot we took portraits by the ocean, and for the second part I took detail shots at a plantation (I’ll post those separately!) I don’t know if it’s possible to take bad photo during golden hour at the beach. I’m a minimalist at heart, so I love the simplicity and subtle beauty in these images.

Planner- Kim Newton Weddings, Flowers- Petal Flower Co, Hair- Deirdre Jean Hair

All image shot for Sam Stroud Photography

Laura & Everett's Beachside Charleston Wedding

Laura & Everett couldn't have picked a better day for a wedding. There was a perfect ocean breeze all day, and almost no humidity (rare for Charleston). Their beautiful beachside wedding was held right before sunset, which gave the whole ceremony a beautiful glow. I love the relaxed but elegant vibe these two went for. 

Venue- Wild Dunes Resort, Shot for Sam Stroud Photography

Loved the fact that these two were willing to kick their shoes off and go into the ocean for me! Congrats Laura & Everett!