Charleston, South Carolina was somewhere I had never traveled before being invited to photograph Michelle & Joey’s April wedding at the Historic Rice Mill. I am always up for a road trip, and was so excited to capture all of those special moments on their big day. This year is just going to be the year of catching up on all of my long overdue blog posts! Hair & Makeup artists from Salon Couture in Charleston, South Carolina worked their bridal magic and Michelle was an absolutely beautiful bride! She wore a gorgeous lace gown from Something Blue Bridal Boutique in Bradenton, Florida. Michelle’s sunflower & white rose bouquet could not have been more perfect, provided by Tiger Lily Florist in Charleston, South Carolina.

Michelle & Joey decided to do a First Look before their ceremony. The backyard had such beautiful natural light and provided the perfect backdrop for this sweet moment.

The Historic Rice Mill in Charleston, South Carolina is a beautiful property with beautiful views of the Ashley River and both indoor & outdoor venue spaces. The ceremony took place in the Marina Room which boasts beautiful wooden floors & floor to ceiling windows with docks & sailboats as far as the eye can see. Joey’s expression when he saw Michelle & her mother walking down the aisle was so full of love. So happy for these two!

After the ceremony, we gathered her guests for photos before heading outside for a little one on one time with the newly married couple! How adorable is the littlest wedding guest? So cute!

Short & sweet, elegant and classic, Michelle & Joey had such a lovely wedding. I was so happy to be part of it!

Joey & Michelle, I hope you two have a wonderful life together. I hope the love I witnessed on both of your faces stays at the forefront of your marriage. You two had a beautiful wedding from start to finish. Congratulations and many, many years of happiness to you two!