Intimate wedding at Folly Beach // Madeline & Nathan

Couple laughing on the dune path at Folly Beach as the bride wears a denim jacket

Imagine Folly Beach colored by the sunset… Peaceful nature, gentle wind in the bride curls. Madeline and Nathan chose this splendid place for their intimate wedding. As a Charleston wedding photographer I was truly pleased to be invited to this event. 
Take a look at these wonderful pictures. Everything is so natural, the neutral navy and blush colors perfectly fit the beach and the bent landscapes. Our beautiful couple decided to have their wedding with the most loved people, you can find them in the photographs. All the dearest people have come together to hold the hands of the newlyweds and to fill their hearts with true love. 
Nathan and Madeline started as best friends. They had a mutual friend group and always hung out as a big group. After a year of relationships they decided to tie a knot. 

Woman buttoning the back of the bride’s lace gown
Bride with bridesmaids in blush dresses in a bright room
Pink roses, earrings and a ring on a blue box
Bride with bridesmaids in champagne dresses on the grass
Older woman pinning the groom’s boutonniere
Groom in a navy suit standing among palms
Groom and groomsmen in navy suits on the lawn
Groom laughing with his groomsmen on the lawn

Love and care are the main features of this couple. Both of them describe each other as the most loving and caring person they have ever met. Nathan treats his beautiful lady as a queen, he always makes sure she is taken care of. Madeline in her turn puts her love into everything she does. Nathan and Madeline are not just a couple, but a true team. Each of them wants the best for their beloved one and for their future family. In 5 years they plan to grow together as a family and as professionals. 
The newlyweds and the guests came from Tennessee. Charleston has always held a very special place in the hearts of Nathan and Madeline. Besides it is located not so far from Tennessee, so the wedding became a great getaway and a sort of vacation for both families. 

Father walking the bride down the aisle
Bride smiling at the groom under the wooden arbor
Close up of the couple holding hands as the officiant reads
Couple kissing under the wooden arbor by the marsh
Guests standing as the couple walks up the aisle
Group photo of guests and family on the lawn
Guests cheering with raised arms in the group photo
Couple under the wooden arbor by the marsh with the sky behind
Couple raising their arms in celebration under the arbor
Couple touching noses in a close up

This wedding was small, but at the same time so touching. The nearest and dearest people shared the joy together. As I was a small wedding photographer I had a chance to enjoy the atmosphere of that special day. The beautiful decorations and flower design did their part and we got absolutely amazing pictures. Marshy area and beautiful pier made the wedding look like a truly lowcountry. 

Couple standing by the water holding a greenery bouquet
Couple embracing on the dock over the water
Couple walking on the dock toward a covered pier
Couple kissing on the dock under the covered pier
Flower girl carrying a basket among wildflowers
Console table with a painting, candles and framed photos
Guests seated together at the reception table
Couple embracing on the lawn by the water
Couple standing by the marsh at sunset
Couple touching foreheads by the marsh at golden hour
Couple cutting the wedding cake indoors
Couple seated at the sweetheart table with Mr and Mrs chair signs

The before sunset lighting worked for the Folly Beach wedding photographer benefit, and now you can see the beauty of the lowcountry nature and the brilliant couple of Nathan and Madeline.
Venue | Folly Beach 
Officiant | Kani Cassons
Rental company | A Tailor Made Event
Floral Design | Tupelo Honey Flower Shop & Co.
Wedding Dress | Blue Willow Bridal
Hair + Makeup | Shae-lyn Margaux Makeup Artistry
Bride’s Shoes | Jack Rodgers
Bridesmaids Dresses | Free People
Men’s Attire | Jos. A. Bank
Catering | Kelleanne Jones
Cake | Sweet Rhi

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