Weddings

Ashlee + Troy

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In the wedding business, there’s a unique brand of problem-solving that thrives under pressure. Tight timelines, unexpected hiccups, and last-minute improvisations are all par for the course. But every so often, a wedding comes along that pushes everyone involved to new creative heights .

This past fall, I had the honor of capturing Ashlee and Troy’s wedding at the stunning Sea Pines Resort on St. Simons Island. The coastal Georgia setting was perfect, but there was one major twist: Hurricane Helene had swept through just days before, leaving the entire island without electricity.

Despite this massive challenge, Ashlee, Troy, vendors, and the resort team came together with ingenuity and determination to make magic happen. With no power to rely on, the kitchen staff sourced a food truck to serve as their workstation. The DJ turned a golf cart into a mobile sound system, ensuring music filled the air. Bridesmaids got creative, using a pickup truck to power beauty tools for hair and makeup. And with the on-site ballroom being pitch-black, the team transformed a beautiful green space into the perfect reception site.

Each workaround added a layer of intimacy and charm to the day, making it clear that everyone involved was fully invested in creating an unforgettable experience. As if to reward their efforts, Mother Nature offered the most breathtaking sunset as the evening unfolded, casting a pink and blue sky over the celebration — sort of a quiet nod to the resilience, craftiness, and patience that brought the day to life.

While no one could have planned for the challenges that arose, Ashlee and Troy’s wedding stands as a testament to the power of teamwork and adaptability. It was a day that proved even when plans are turned upside down, there is still no stopping the true heart of a wedding day: the people, the love, and the unshakable will to celebrate.

Venue | Sea Palms Resort
Coordination | Heather Marshall at Island Weddings DOC
Entertainment | CPM Event Services
Floral | Jacksonville Flower Market
Hair/Makeup | Ivana & Laney at Studio Bride
Videography | Rene Visuals

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Erin + Ben

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Ahhhh the joy of shooting weddings in my own backyard…Well not literally, but just about as close as it gets. Ever since I moved to Florida I’ve been (im)patiently waiting to shoot a wedding at Casa Marina, just about a mile down the road from me in Jacksonville Beach.

Erin & Ben’s beachfront wedding can be summed up in a few phrases. Dogs? Yup! Happy tears? Gallons. Unforgetable experience? Absolutely!

Please enjoy this selection of photos from Erin & Ben’s wedding day at the Casa Marina Hotel.

Getting Ready | Margaritaville Beach Hotel
Venue | Casa Marina
Second Photographer | David Pérez

 

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Annie + Andrew

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In general, Charleston serves as a perfect backdrop for wedding photography that is both elegant and upbeat. Nestled directly off of the hustle and bustle of King Street, the William Aiken House offers a wedding experience that is uniquely Charleston. Historic charm is dripping from the interiors of every room, each seemingly more stunning than the next. However, one of the most amazing aspects of this venue is its ability to seamlessly transition from indoor elegance to the natural beauty of the courtyard for a continued celebration beneath the open sky. Take a beautiful setting like this and pair it with the breadth of emotions and moments a wedding day has to offer…pure magic.

Thank you so much Annie & Andrew for having me capture such an incredible wedding day. It is surely one that I, along with your wedding guests will never forget.

Venue | William Aiken House
Planning | Brand Bars & Events
Entertainment | Bunn DJ
Floral | Pretty Petals of Charleston
Cake | Tenacious Tart
Hair/Makeup | Lashes & Lace
Rentals | Curated Events
Second Photographer | Megan Madaris

“I can’t recommend James enough. He was amazing to work with and got such incredible shots from the details to candids to portraits. I’ve been so obsessed with looking at our photos pretty much every day since we got them.”
— Annie + Andrew

from the couple…

"I can't recommend James enough. He was amazing to work with and got such incredible shots from the details to candids to portraits. I've been so obsessed with looking at our photos pretty much every day since we got them. I can also be a little picky about photos of myself so I wanted to have lots of options and James was SO flexible and accommodating about spending more time on portraits to make sure we had all the photos we wanted."

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Kelsey + Evan

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Kelsey & Evan wanted me to really lean into the documentary approach to their wedding weekend. Beginning with a rehearsal dinner at Leon’s Oyster Shop and ending with a New Orleans-style second line to a roaring after party at Baba’s on Cannon…and of course with the nuptials in between. Approaching wedding photography with no expectations and solely focusing on capturing genuine moments is a beautiful and authentic way to document a couple's special day. This allows me to create a more spontaneous, emotional, and candid record of the wedding, often resulting in some of the most meaningful, heartfelt, and personal photographs. Personalities are damn near leaping out of the image in some of these photos, and that’s what I love more than anything in a photograph.

Please enjoy this selection of photos from Kelsey & Evan’s rehearsal dinner, wedding day, and after party in Charleston, South Carolina.

Rehearsal Dinner: Leon’s Oyster Shop
Wedding Day: Cannon Green
Planning: Tara LeClaire Weddings
Entertainment: Emerald Empire Band
Cake: Tenacious Tart
After Party: Baba’s on Cannon

 

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Katie + Zach

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When imagining a southern dream wedding, I feel what most envision is precisely what Middleton Place delivers. Massive oaks draped in Spanish moss, elaborate gardens, historic structures, animals freely roaming the property, and absolutely breathtaking views along the Ashley River.

Katie & Zach hosted brought their closest family and friends together in Charleston for a wedding day that was not only a celebration of their love and devotion to each other, but an amazing experience immersed in the all of the beauty and scenery of the lowcountry.

Please enjoy this selection of images from Katie & Zach’s wedding day at Middleton Place.

Venue | Middleton Place
Planning | Bouquets & Bowties
Ceremony Music | Palmetto Strings
Florist | Pretty Petals of Charleston
Hair & Makeup | Silhouette on Site
Rentals | EventWorks
Entertainment | Bunn DJ
Second Photographer | David Perez

“James is so easy to work with and really took the time to get all different kinds of shots of the wedding, including so many I wouldn’t have thought to get...You cannot go wrong with James! He is a gem!””
— Katie + Zach

from the couple…

“Wow wow wow! This about sums up our experience with James at James Brindley’s Camera. From our engagement shoot to our wedding day James created a comfortable environment and we loved our time with him! James is so easy to work with and really took the time to get all different kinds of shots of the wedding, including so many I wouldn’t have thought to get. Our reception pictures are some of our absolute favorites! So many family members and wedding guests have commented how personable James is, and he was never too in your face with the camera. Sometimes we didn’t even know he was there! You cannot go wrong with James! He is a gem!”

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Melissa + Thomas

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Where do I even begin with this wedding!?

Melissa & Thomas invited their closest friends and family out to Isle of Palms for their absolute smash of a beach house wedding. With the lowcountry’s finest weather in full effect and Thomas’s Volkswagen acting as a self-serve bar for guests, there was no doubt that everyone had an amazing evening ahead of them.

After an beautiful poolside ceremony, the sun began to set and just WOW. Lasting well over an hour, this was perhaps one of the most relentless sunsets I’ve ever witnessed. Add some live music, great people, and a killer spread by the Charleston staple, Home Team BBQ - what was there not to love about this wedding?

Against the backdrop of a flawless South Carolina beach day this wedding was intimate, romantic, and without hesitation blossomed into a raging house party. Please enjoy this selection of images from Melissa & Thomas’s beach wedding in Isle of Palms!

Hair + Makeup | Lashes & Lace.
Food | Home Team BBQ
Dessert | BKedshop
Entertainment | Green Levels Band.

“James executed our vision perfectly. He is extremely professional and he is also an incredibly cool person who fit right in with our group and made everyone feel comfortable working with him. He was communicative throughout the entire process and could not have been more prepared. The day of our wedding he was very flexible and rolled with anything that we threw his way.”
— Melissa + Thomas

from the couple…

“From the moment we met James we knew we had to choose him to capture our big day. James executed our vision perfectly. He is extremely professional and he is also an incredibly cool person who fit right in with our group and made everyone feel comfortable working with him. He was communicative throughout the entire process and could not have been more prepared. The day of our wedding he was very flexible and rolled with anything that we threw his way. When it got chaotic he kept his cool and orchestrated all the moving pieces and people. We woke up the next day to a handful of the most beautiful photos that he sent along as a preview and we cannot wait to see the rest. We are beyond pleased!”

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