Business Details
16 Years
experience
Affordable Wedding Photography in Charleston, SC
We are a Charleston-based wedding and portrait photography studio founded in 2010 by Leslie, delivering high-end visual storytelling with a focus on affordability and personal connection. Our team specializes in capturing weddings, engagements, family portraits, and business photography across South Carolina and destination locations. Recognized with awards like The Knot's Best of Weddings and Couples Choice Award, we combine a documentary style with bold, modern imagery to preserve authentic moments.Our approach emphasizes client relationships, offering personalized planning resources and same-day timeline creation to ensure a stress-free experience. We distinguish ourselves by including videography services in many photography packages, eliminating the need for separate hires while maintaining artistic integrity and attention to detail.
Services
Wedding Photography
Videography
Family Portraiture
Engagement Sessions
Bridal Portraits
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- Affordable Wedding Photography with premium results
- Included Videography Services in photography packages
- Experienced Charleston-based team since 2010
- Award-winning documentary-style photography
- Personalized planning resources and timeline creation
What people say
Professional and fun
Stunning video quality
Responsive and reliable
Exceeded expectations
Perfectly captured memories
Services
Wedding Photography
Our Charleston-based wedding photography captures every moment from proposal to reception. We specialize in documentary-style coverage with vibrant, artistic compositions that preserve genuine emotions and details. With packages accommodating various budgets, our experienced team ensures seamless coordination and timely delivery of fully edited galleries. Clients receive full copyright permissions for personal use and printing.
Videography
Custom wedding day videography services capture emotional moments in cinematic quality. Included in many photography packages at no extra cost, our videos feature multi-angle coverage and curated soundtracks. We specialize in condensed highlight reels and full-length documentaries that preserve vows, speeches, and spontaneous interactions. All videos receive professional color grading and audio enhancement for lasting quality.
Family Portraiture
Professional portrait sessions for families, newborns, maternity, and seniors with natural, joyful compositions. Our approach blends candid interactions with gentle posing guidance to highlight authentic relationships. Sessions include location scouting assistance and wardrobe consultation. We provide edited digital galleries with print-release permissions for cherished family memories.
Engagement Sessions
Two-hour photography sessions capturing couples' unique relationships at preferred locations. Our team offers location recommendations and styling guidance to create personalized backdrops. Sessions emphasize natural interactions with minimal posing, resulting in 50-75 edited images. We provide same-day digital previews for immediate sharing needs.
Bridal Portraits
Specialized bridal photography sessions focusing on wedding day details and personal moments. We coordinate with venues and vendors to create timeless images showcasing attire, flowers, and accessories. Our posing guidance ensures flattering compositions while preserving the bride's individuality. Clients receive 30-40 edited images with print-resolution files included.
People
Leslie
Owner and Lead Photographer
Founder of Southern Tide Photography since 2010, Leslie specializes in wedding and portrait photography with a documentary style. Recognized for combining high-end quality with affordability, she brings over 15 years of Charleston-based experience. Committed to personalized service, she offers extensive planning resources and has photographed hundreds of weddings with a focus on authentic storytelling.
Questions
What wedding photography packages do you offer?
We provide tiered collections from 8-hour coverage with two photographers to full-day packages including videography. All include digital galleries, print rights, and post-production editing.
Do you offer standalone videography services?
Yes, while included in many packages, we now offer standalone videography with highlight reels, full ceremony coverage, and cinematic editing available upon request.
How long does post-production take?
Clients receive sneak peeks within 48 hours and complete galleries within two weeks. Wedding videography is delivered within three weeks with private online access for sharing.
Can you accommodate destination weddings?
We photograph destination weddings globally with customized pricing based on travel requirements. Packages include pre-wedding consultations and location scouting assistance.
Do you provide engagement sessions?
All wedding packages include one engagement session. We also offer standalone sessions with location guidance and styling recommendations for 1-2 hour shoots.
What equipment do you use?
We use professional-grade Canon mirrorless systems with full-frame sensors, prime lenses, and backup gear. All equipment is maintained with redundant batteries and storage for uninterrupted coverage.
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Reviews (1)
Hannah Nester
Dec 23, 2021
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Leslie is the absolute BEST!! When planning my wedding finding the BEST photographer/videographer was huge for me because I knew they would be the one to capture all our special moments so we could reflect on them for the rest of our lives. When I first reached out to Leslie she was booked on my date and I was super bummed. After searching for a couple months I just couldnt find another photographer/videographer that in my eyes compared to Leslies work! She emailed me and let me know she became available on our day and I booked her right then! I couldnt have imagined our day being as perfect
