This is one of my favorite photos of 2016, albeit simple, you cannot deny the love Ansley and Chip have for one another. I have not encountered many happier brides then Ansley was on her wedding day. In this simple moment of the bride and grooming embracing, their true personalities emerge. That is always something we are striving for in our wedding photography.
This sepia tone photo highlights the emotion in the image. I prefer the warm look of sepia photographs and feel they fit the decor of most people's homes better than a cold black and white. The technical aspects of the photo that draw your eye to the couple is the backlighting from the sun that illuminates bride's veil and creates a rim of light around the snuggling couple. You can even see a glimmer of sparkle in her engagement ring on her hand as she pulls her groom closer to her.
This image was taken at the battery in downtown Charleston, SC. The bride and groom were married at Stella Maris Catholic Church on Sullivans Island and held their reception in the Cedar Room at the Cigar Factory in downtown Charleston. The bride's stunning dress is by Essence of Australia, and a special thanks to coordinator Haley Kelly from A Charleston Bride for pulling off this flawless day!